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Novotel Edinburgh Centre

4.0 star property
Hotel with a sauna, 6-minute walk to Grassmarket

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Daily full breakfast (GBP 18 per person)
Indoor pool
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service

Explore the area

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80 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 9DE
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 296 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(67 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (Castle view)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (Castle view)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)
  • 296 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, Novotel Edinburgh Centre is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Grassmarket and University of Edinburgh. This 180-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like an indoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Princes Street Gardens - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Grassmarket - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Princes Street - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 15 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 16 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cloisters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪West Port Oracle - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lovecrumbs - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Maison de Moggy - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Mill - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Novotel Edinburgh Centre

Hotel with a sauna, 6-minute walk to Grassmarket
Guests staying at Novotel Edinburgh Centre enjoy an indoor pool, a gym, and a sauna. Self parking is available for GBP 22 per night. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with luggage storage, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a conference center.
55-inch TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include minibars, coffee makers, and laptop-compatible safes. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking within 0.3 miles (GBP 22 per day); discounts available
  • Self parking on site (GBP 22 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The TAP Bar & Kitchen

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center (786 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 15 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 22 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 22 per day (1640 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers limited parking, along with discounted offsite parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 10 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Novotel Edinburgh Centre
Novotel Hotel Edinburgh Centre
Accor Edinburgh Centre
Edinburgh Novotel
Novotel Edinburgh Centre Hotel Edinburgh
Novotel Edinburgh Centre Scotland
Novotel Edinburgh Centre Hotel
Novotel Edinburgh Centre Hotel
Novotel Edinburgh Centre Edinburgh
Novotel Edinburgh Centre Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

Novotel Edinburgh Centre provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

As of Dec 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Edinburgh Centre on Dec 8, 2025 start from $146.68, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

This hotel is situated in Edinburgh City Centre within a short 13-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle and also 6 minutes on foot from Grassmarket. You'll also find Princes Street and George Street less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 22 per night.

Does Novotel Edinburgh Centre have a casino?

No, Novotel Edinburgh Centre doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 7 AM and 10 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Novotel Edinburgh Centre have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does Novotel Edinburgh Centre feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Novotel Edinburgh Centre serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The TAP Bar & Kitchen.

Does Novotel Edinburgh Centre allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Novotel Edinburgh Centre for a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night.

Does Novotel Edinburgh Centre have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How close is the airport from Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

The closest major airport to Novotel Edinburgh Centre is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 7.5 mi away (25 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Novotel Edinburgh Centre.

Reviews

Novotel Edinburgh Centre Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 513 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1014 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rhett E.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great overall
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parikshit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, with well furnished rooms and breakfast options.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Having a toilet separate to the bathroom is silly...as there iant a basin in the toilet cubicle. Also, grouting between tiles in shower was mouldy...bathroom probably needa a deep breakfast good and location concenient for fringe shows....only 10 - 15 minite walk to most venues
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Disappointed in Edinburgh Centre

Although the hotel is modern and eclectic the aesthetics lost functionality in our room. The spout for water in the bathroom was maybe 4 inches from the basin bottom making hand washing difficult. Check in was person was frosty at best. Had to call front desk but was never able to reach anyone despite following directions in the room and on the card key jacket. Also left two email messages that went unanswered.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

Central hotel, rooms spacious and comfortable. Had a problem booking in as room not ready after asking I was offered a different room on different floor from friends. But Edinburgh very busy at the moment.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
What is the point of the hotel’s detailed and mandatory pre-registration questionnaire that asks (among other things) for expected time of arrival? We specified that we would arrive before 12pm (one of the options given) and arrived around 11:30. Nevertheless, we were still made to wait over 3 hours for our room to be ready.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They could up their game on the food, but the location can't be beat. I also really like the staff. They were friendly and responsive.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

david

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Disappointed

We stayed in a executive room At a cost of £460.00 a night with Breakfast the hotel is desperately in need of renovation the rooms are dated and have no AIR CONDITIONING at the price we paid it is unacceptable, breakfast is average and has the worst toaster of any hotel I have ever stayed in including so called budget hotels definitely will not stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandeep, Redmond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very modern, clean, close to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rowena

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay very much and all staff was friendly enough. However on arrival at reception we were just handed over our room key with no directions. I had to ask which floor we were in and looked around and spotted the lifts ourselves. On entering the lift we wasn't told to tap the key to the special part. We didnt go anywhere for 5 mins until someone entered the lift and explained to us what to do! I think this could have been explained to us when we were handed our key at reception.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Raxitkumar, madison heights

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Rooms were ok. Toilet and bathroom were separate which was advantage though no sink in toilet. Not sure how to wash hands after using toilet if someone is using shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was unseasonably hot while we were there…appreciated the fan they provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hi, Everything was very nice overall, and I truly appreciated the hospitality. However, I did notice that the gluten-free options at breakfast were quite limited — mainly just white bread and cereal, and the selection remained the same each day. Additionally, there were no clear labels indicating which products were lactose-free. As dietary needs like gluten and lactose intolerance are not uncommon, it would be wonderful to see a wider variety of gluten-free and lactose-free options, clearly marked, in the future. Thank you again for the otherwise pleasant experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yeneisy

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super bien
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dharm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicity

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ron

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

I love the location, the pool, and the staff have always been good here. Breakfast is okay. Rooms are decent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only issue we had is that the room was too warm at night. It was better after we open the windows.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room size and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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