New Town Hotel

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.5

Fully refurbished in 2025, and based in the heart of Edinburgh city centre, the historical New Town Hotel is an elegant Georgian hotel. The shops of Princes Street and George Street are just a few minutes’ walk away. Each room has a TV and tea and coffee making facilities. The front desk team are available for any queries 24-hours a day. Waverley Rail Station can be reached in about 5 minutes’ walk, and Edinburgh Castle is a 15-minute walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Edinburgh, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.5

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish

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Availability

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Joanne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location of the property was close to the main market area which was the reason for our visit. The room was more like a suite in size and the breakfast was freshly cooked and very enjoyable.”
Keith
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location was great for a visit to Edinburgh but the room - it was HUGE and beautiful. I wouldn't hesitate to stay there again.”
Carolina
Spain Spain
“We stayed 4 nights and we loved it. It was quiet and cosy. You have everything you need”
Maricelia
Peru Peru
“Beautiful dorm and espectacular views! We love the comfort and the staff was really nice. The location is just perfect! A great place to stay in the city.”
Shantanu
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The New Town location is excellent. The room (including bathroom) was exceptionally spacious. A bonus and a rarity in Edinburgh. Comfortable and civilised with nicely restrained decor.”
Cassandra
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“What a hotel! A fantastic hotel which I already can't wait to return to. Firstly, staff, super friendly and since this is a grade a listed building without a lift, offered to carry our luggage up to our room. Cleanliness, absolutely spotless & our...”
Laura
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location was great easy access to everything and the airport tram was just across the road. Staff friendly and helpful. The bed was lovely and cosy, top tier pillows :)”
Julie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location is fantastic, the rooms are clean and welcoming”
Carol
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent room, huge and very comfortable. Breakfast was brilliant, good choice of cooked/cereal/ continental , included in room deal - really good value. Very helpful, attentive staff. Location was excellent, a few minutes easy walk to the...”
Felix
Malaysia Malaysia
“Excellent location. Just 5-10 minutes away from Queen street and 15 minutes away from old town. The tram station was also very near. So, airport transfer was very convenient. Spacious and comfortable room with fabulous bathroom. (I think we were...”

Hotel surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Fabulous breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$22.71 per person.
  • Cuisine
    Full English/Irish
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House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

A prepayment deposit will be charged prior to the stay.

As a Grade A listed building, the property do not have lifts in the hotel, but rooms on lower floors will be allocated where possible when requested.

Do not hesitate to contact the hotel reception regarding problems with mobility or with climbing stairs.

Please note that the New Town Hotel will take a £100 preauthorisation on check in for security

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.