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1 India Buildings, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 2EX
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Next to the Royal Mile
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Located nearly 5 minutes on foot from The Real Mary King's Close, the 5-star smoke-free Virgin Hotels Edinburgh has a terrace. There is a train station near this Edinburgh hotel, and guests can easily reach the National Museum of Scotland which is only 400 metres away.

Location

The hotel is approximately 10 minutes on foot from the Scottish National Gallery and 2.8 km from Arthur's Seat. From Virgin Hotels Edinburgh it will take just 13 minutes to walk to the Museum of Edinburgh.

Edinburgh bus station, allowing a good connection throughout the city, is in proximity to the accommodation.

Rooms

There are 222 allergy-free rooms featuring a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a mini-fridge-bar and a kettle for self-catering. The private bathroom is fitted with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet.

Eat & Drink

Guests can have dinner at Commons Club restaurant, which serves Scottish cuisine. Drinks are available at the coffee bar. You can visit a café situated close by and taste Scottish cuisine.

Leisure & Business

At the Virgin Edinburgh, guests can also benefit from fitness classes provided at a fitness room.

Must-do experiences

  • Taste haggis at The Scotch Whisky Experience for a true local dish.
  • Visit the Camera Obscura for stunning views and fun optical illusions.
  • Stroll through Stockbridge Market on Sundays for local crafts and foods.
  • Explore the hidden Dean Village along the Water of Leith for peace.
  • Discover Scottish art at the Modern Two Gallery in Raeburn Place.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Chamber King Balcony
2 persons
260 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Chamber King Terrace
2 persons
260 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 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
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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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
Makars Gourmet Mash Bar
700 ft
12 N. Bank St
Howies Victoria
200 ft
10-14 Victoria Street
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
Dundee Airport (DND)145 min  ·  60.0 mi
Train
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station8 min  ·  2000 ft
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
is available in 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
Check-in
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