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W Edinburgh

1 ST JAMES SQUARE, Edinburgh, EH1 3AX

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Nov 24, 2026
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Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Luxurious Accommodations & Amenities

    Enjoy 5-star luxury with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms in every room. Some rooms even feature a kitchen for added convenience.

  • Convenient Location

    Situated just 500 meters from Edinburgh Waverley station and within walking distance of the city centre, our hotel is the perfect base for exploring all that Edinburgh has to offer.

  • Exceptional Service

    Our multilingual staff, fluent in Arabic, Bulgarian, Berber, and Mandarin, are dedicated to providing attentive service around the clock to ensure your stay is unforgettable.

Experience the epitome of luxury and convenience at W Edinburgh. Book your stay today for a truly memorable experience.

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Exceptional service

  • Beautiful location

  • High-quality amenities

At the hotel

Popular amenities

47 listed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Concierge service
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Daily housekeeping
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Pools & wellness

  • Spa/wellness center

Dining & drinks

  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Restaurant
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace

Rooms & comfort

  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Heating
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Dry cleaning
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Safety deposit box
  • Security alarm
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Parking garage
  • Valet parking
  • Wheelchair accessible

Guest services

  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Private check-in/check-out

Services & essentials

  • Free WiFi
  • Higher level toilet
  • Room service
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

1,781 reviews
8/ 10
Comfortable, stylish, good room service
Thomas · couple · 2026-10-12

The guest experience

8.8out of 10
1781 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Exceptional service
  • Beautiful location
  • High-quality amenities

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How guests scored the stay

  • Location9.0

    The location is perfect — close to major monuments, transportation, restaurants, and shops.

  • Cleanliness9.0

    The room cleanliness was flawless throughout our stay; housekeeping was extremely professional, efficient, and thoughtful.

  • Food and Beverage9.0

    Breakfast was excellent, high quality, fresh, and beautifully presented.

  • Amenities9.0

    High-end amenities were impressive, including a smart touch control panel for lighting and temperature.

  • Service9.0

    The staff made the difference; everyone provided attentive and professional service, making us feel valued.

  • Room Quality9.0

    Our room was spacious, very quiet, beautifully designed, and uniquely decorated.

  • Overall Experience8.5

    The hotel exceeded expectations and felt like a dream, making our stay truly special.

  • Value for Money8.0

    Prices are reflective of the five-star experience provided, but some may find it on the higher side.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Consistent

91% of 11 recent stays rated 8+

8.81781 reviews
  • Almost perfect hotel. 2 issues for me. Both preference.

    8/10

    Thomas · couple · 2026-10-12

    “Comfortable, stylish, good room service”

  • A superb stay and the perfect start to married life – couldn’t fault a thing!

    10/10

    Megan · couple · 2026-10-11

    “The staff were absolutely lovely. We stayed after our wedding and it was just perfect. The breakfast was stunning, and our room was just fantastic. I can’t recommend it enough. We look forward to coming back for our anniversary next year. Thanks so much for making our stay so special.”

  • Price does not match with promised in Booking.com

    10/10

    Noemi · solo traveller · 2026-10-09

    “Lo cerca de los principales lugares turisticos”

  • Would highly recommend.

    9/10

    Jimmy · couple · 2026-10-08

    “Cracking hotel in a great location with fantastic views from the restaurants over the city. Our room was really nice with a little balcony with a table and chairs. Breakfast was lovely and the staff can't do enough for you.”

  • Excellent in every way.

    10/10

    Daniel · couple · 2026-10-08

    “The location”

  • Guest review

    9/10

    MOHAMMED · solo traveller · 2026-09-19

    “Excellent location. Inside Westfield Mall..Great service. Room design a bit different.”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Fabio · couple · 2026-09-19

    “Tutto lo staff estremamente gentile, complimenti tutti di altissimo livello.”

  • Beautiful location with a wonderful breakfast

    8/10

    Nivasha · couple · 2026-09-18

    “Great location - especially for shopping , helpful staff and a superb breakfast offering”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    edu.jerr · solo traveller · 2026-09-16

    “Shay e Millie foram fantasticas no atendimento checkin.”

  • Good hotel however I would not stay on our next visit to Edinburgh. Would try another.

    7/10

    David · couple · 2026-09-05

    “Location”

  • It is good hotel, location excellent

    8/10

    Ibrahim · couple · 2026-09-05

    “Location”

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