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Virgin Hotels Edinburgh, Edinburgh

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About the Hotel

1 India Buildings, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 2EX
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Virgin Hotels Edinburgh offers a modern and stylish experience in a beautifully restored 19th-century building. This 5-star hotel features 222 air-conditioned rooms, free WiFi, and multiple dining options. Amenities include a fitness center, room service, and pet-friendly accommodations.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh feature a patented lounge bed, flat-screen TV, mini-bar, and a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries. Some rooms also offer a balcony and terrace, providing beautiful views of Edinburgh's Old Town. The hotel houses a total of 222 rooms designed for modern travelers.

Dining Options

Dining options include the upscale Commons Club, featuring innovative dishes and craft cocktails, and Eve, which specializes in Italian cuisine. Guests can also enjoy lighter fare at the intimate Funny Library coffee and wine bar. Several restaurants and bars are available for various dining experiences.

Leisure & Services

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh offers 24-hour gym access, providing fitness equipment for guests. The hotel also features event spaces for both business and leisure, accommodating up to 300 guests in its historic church setting. Evening entertainment is available in the hotel's bars, including late-night options at Eve.

Location & Transportation

The hotel's location places it within a 5-minute walk from major attractions such as Edinburgh Castle and the National Museum of Scotland. Public transportation options, including the Victoria Street and The Hub bus stops, are just 2 minutes away on foot. Edinburgh Airport is approximately 30 minutes away by taxi.

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Virgin Hotels Edinburgh offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Family King Suite
2 persons
390 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Junior Suite
2 persons
475 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Grand Chamber King
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Chamber King Terrace
2 persons
260 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
9.1/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Virgin Hotels Edinburgh Location

1 India Buildings, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 2EX
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1 India Buildings, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 2EX
Nearby
Museum
National Museum of Scotland
1200 ft
Royal Mile
Royal Mile
1200 ft
High Street 2 Warriston's Close
The Real Mary King's Close
1200 ft
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
1200 ft
Monument
Scott Monument
1200 ft
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
1200 ft
Museum
The Writers' Museum
1200 ft
Museum
Gladstone's Land
1200 ft
Nicolson Street
Surgeons' Hall Museums
1200 ft
Museum
Museum of Childhood
1200 ft
Museum
John Knox House
1200 ft
2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)
Brass Rubbing Centre
1200 ft
53 Princes Street
Princes Street
1200 ft
Gallery
City Art Centre
1200 ft
Church
Mercat Cross
1400 ft
Cemetery
The Robertson Mausoleum
1200 ft
Restaurants
The Witchery by the Castle
500 ft
The Royal Mile 352 Castlehill
Maison Bleue
0 ft
Kinnells House 36-38 Victoria Street
Hanam's Middle East Restaurant
400 ft
3 Johnston Terrace Near Edinburgh Castle
The Grain Store
100 ft
30 Victoria Street 1st Floor
Ondine
500 ft
10 Cambridge Street (1st Floor
Howies Victoria
200 ft
10-14 Victoria Street
Makars Gourmet Mash Bar
700 ft
12 N. Bank St
Maxies Bistro & Wine Bar
400 ft
5B Johnston Terrace
The Castle Arms
400 ft
6 Johnston Terrace
Bertie's Restaurant & Bar
200 ft
9 Victoria Street
Nok's Kitchen On The Castle
100 ft
5A Johnston Terrace
Getting around
City Centre
Edinburgh6 min  ·  1700 ft
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI)20 min  ·  8.1 mi
Glasgow (GLA)133 min  ·  54.8 mi
Bus
Bus stop3 min  ·  700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation might be needed) at GBP 45 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP25 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Spanish, Portuguese, Bulgarian
Number of floors:
10
Number of rooms:
222

Reviews and Ratings

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Review score
Based on 3700 verified reviews
8.9/10
Great
89%
Recommend
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Comfort
9.4/10
Facilities
9.1/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.8/10
Location
9.7/10
Staff
9.4/10
Value for money
8.2/10
Guest reviews
based on 5469 reviews
9.1/10
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