voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG

4.0 star property
Georgian hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

Map
18 Royal Terrace, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH7 5AQ
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Royal Mile
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street. This 99-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal Mile - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 14 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 14 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Valvona & Crolla - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jeremiah's Taproom - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mamma Roma - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Down the Hatch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Joseph Pearce - ‬7 min walk

About this property

voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG

Georgian hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and wedding services.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. Electric kettles, free local calls, and safes are also available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 1 mile (GBP 15 per day)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 19.50 for adults and GBP 9 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Terrace Restaurant
  • The Lounge Bar

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,873 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Georgian architecture
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 30 per accommodation, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (79 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 19.5 for adults and GBP 9 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 15.00 per day (5249 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.
  • 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

voco Edinburgh Royal Terrace an IHG Hotel
voco Edinburgh Royal Terrace an IHG Hotel
voco Edinburgh Royal Terrace an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG?

Voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG?

As of Jul 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG on Jul 26, 2025 start from $291.13, 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's there to see near voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG?

This hotel is situated in Edinburgh City Centre within a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street. You'll also find Royal Mile and George Street less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG include a casino?

No, voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like slippers as well as a bar and a restaurant with al fresco dining.

Are there hot tubs at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Terrace Restaurant.

Will voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG for a fee of GBP 30 per accommodation, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG?

The closest major airport to voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 8.7 mi away (42 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG.

Does voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG have a wedding venue on site?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 352 out of 779 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 779 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 779 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 779 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 779 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

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

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, Chatham

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff at the property were fantastic. Front reception headed by Zerala was A .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

lesley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an upgrade which was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

City break

Excellent hotel, great location to get into the city. Gorgeous bookshop at the end of the road, big John Lewis’s and lots of local food and drink places. 20 mins walk to the station. Lovely views
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet and clean hotel. Staff very helpful, within walking distance to all shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were lovely. Breakfast very good. Room clean and comfortable. Great view of the Forth from our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennabeth

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

Transfer

Great property. There are quite a bit of hills/stairs between train station and property. If traveling with heavy luggage, would highly recommend Uber.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay. Amazing buffet breakfast. Staff extremely friendly and helpful. About a 10 minute walk into town and the tram stop is just around the corner for getting to and from the airport. Would definitely stay again and recommend to other people.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Steve

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
If you could open the windows I'd review a lot higher, the ability to air rooms would mean a much better environment in the hotel, otherwise breakfast and the building are lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

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

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel great room great location what more could you want ...
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had 2 nights at the property recently and loved our stay. I need a quiet sleep and Voco Royal Terrace delivered. While only an easy 15 minute walk from most of the sights, it’s completely outside of the hustle and bustle, on a quiet street. We also thought the room was brilliant with high ceilings and plenty of space. We look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

A decent stay at Voco!

Older style hotel that Volvo have down up to a decent standard. Lobby area and bar fantastic. Rooms are okay, beds are rather small and bathrooms haven’t been refurbished so they are looking tired. Good breakfast offering, very bad coffee machines… these need changing! Service overall from Voco team was welcoming and warm.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yulia

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Expedia failed to advise the property of my booking which caused a lot of stress at check-in. That said, the staff was helpful and friendly to still get us a room. Property is on a hill which can make getting there with luggage challenging, but the property itself is easy to find and elevator makes room access easy. Room was clean and a nice place to use as a base to explore Edinburgh. Sink faucet was bit wobbly when used, but otherwise a fantastic stay for the price.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Leonard

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Why is the heat in the lobby cranked as high as possible at night? Hot dry air. Awful. I'd never have dinner in such conditions.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Not what we expected ….

We were in Room 9 which looked very worn, and not the cleanest. Extractor Fan in bathroom hasn’t been cleaned for a very long time, grout was starting to mould and bath requires replacing. Shaving Mirror also had rust. No bedside table between beds (only outside of beds), no power socket near mirror for wife to straighten her hair. USB sockets next to bed didn’t work either. Sad to say but don’t think I would stay here again. Only positive is the hotel is in a great location for the city centre
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAREN J

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel within east reach of Edinburgh centre. Breakfast was quite chaotic and food wasn’t particularly warm which was disappointing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A perfect stay- lovely hotel, walkable to all things, quiet, friendly staff

10/10 Excellent

Tracie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025