Known as one of Edinburgh's best kept secrets, this traditional yet contemporary hotel is set in the very heart of Edinburgh, providing stylish accommodation in a historic setting.
The property was built in 1879 as a maternity hospital, Simpsons, one of the first hospitals in Britain. Today, the hotel provides a bright, contemporary restaurant and a cosy but stylish Snug Bar and reception lounge. Staff are very friendly, professional and obliging.
Ideally set for both business and leisure trips, the hotel is close to all key business districts, the Convention Centre, Princes Street, the Castle, rail and bus stations and all major attractions.
Rooms: 52
Hotel Chain: Best Western
Availability
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Hotel Facilities
General
Restaurant –
Bar –
24-Hour Front Desk –
Newspapers –
Non-Smoking Rooms –
Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests –
Elevator –
Heating –
Luggage Storage –
Gay Friendly –
All Public and Private spaces non-smoking
Services
Room Service –
Dry Cleaning –
Breakfast in the Room –
Fax/Photocopying
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Hotel Policies
These are general hotel policies. As they may vary per room type; please also check the room description.
Check-In
14:00 hours
Check-Out
11:00 hours
Cancellation
If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
Children and extra beds
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All children under 5 years stay free of charge for extra beds.
All older children or adults are charged GBP 20.00 per night and person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Extra beds and baby cots are upon request and need to be confirmed by the hotel.
Supplements will not be calculated automatically in the total costs and have to be paid separately in the hotel.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted credit cards
- American Express
- Visa
- Euro/Mastercard
- Diners Club
- Maestro
- Solo
- Switch
- Other
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Hotel information
The Best Western Edinburgh City hotel combines old and new in a Victorian building which has been tastefully decorated giving it a modern feel. The hotel provides comfortable accommodation suitable for both the business or leisure traveller.
Food & beverage
Food at The Edinburgh City Hotel is fresh, affordable and an enjoyable experience. Simpsons brasserie is a modern and relaxed environment in which to dine. Full brasserie menu or lite bites available.
Area information
Centrally located in the heart of the Old Town, all of the city's major attractions are easily accessible by foot.