Hotel Indigo Edinburgh > Retro Scottish Decor

Name: HOTEL INDIGO EDINBURGH BY IHG, Edinburgh
Address: 51-59 York Place, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH1 3JD
Price range: US$195+
Rating: 8.5

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Hotel Details

51-59 York Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3JD

Close to Calton Hill

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Loved by Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg guests

Spacious rooms

Comfortable bed

Attentive staff

Complimentary drinks

Delicious breakfast

"The kids especially appreciated the complimentary teacakes, caramel wafers and Irn Bru!"

GableEnder from United Kingdom

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"The room was phenomenal and set up very well."

Lily C from United States

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"Our room was beautifully furnished with the added bonus of the complimentary contents of the mini fridge being topped up every day."

Patricia

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4-star boutique hotel with Scottish retro decor in Edinburgh's New Town

Amenities

Hotel Indigo Edinburgh offers a 24-hour reception and concierge service. Guests have access to an on-site fitness centre. The hotel provides complimentary Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service.

Rooms

Each room has a media hub, air conditioning, and a private bathroom with a rainfall shower, integrated speakers, and Aveda toiletries. Rooms include complimentary refreshments and snacks stocked in a mini bar. The decor blends contemporary design with historical building elements and features Scottish influences.

Dining

The Turquoise Thistle restaurant serves a continental and cooked-to-order breakfast using local produce. The bar offers a selection of local craft beers and whiskies, including fine Scotch from famous distilleries. Guests can also order from a kids' menu and special diet menus are available.

Location

The hotel is located in Edinburgh's New Town, 200 metres from the Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. Princes Street and St Andrew's Square are a 5-minute walk away. Waverley Railway Station is within walking distance, and Edinburgh Castle is a 15-minute walk.

Pet-Friendly Policies

The hotel has pet-friendly policies for guests traveling with animals. Pet bowls are provided on request. This allows guests to bring their pets along while exploring Edinburgh.

Highlights

Location: Edinburgh's New Town, 200 m from Playhouse Theatre

Rooms: Rainfall shower with Aveda toiletries

Dining: The Turquoise Thistle with local produce breakfast

Bar: Local craft beers and fine Scotch whisky selection

Complimentary: In-room refreshments and snacks

Pet-friendly: Pets allowed with bowls provided

“The hotel distinguishes itself with distinctive retro decor infused with Scottish touches and emphasizes locally sourced dining at its Turquoise Thistle restaurant. Its location in Edinburgh's New Town places guests near Princes Street and major attractions, while accessibility features cater to all visitors. I particularly appreciate the pet-friendly policies.”

Charlotte EvansHead of Editorial at Hotelsdowntown

Location: Perfect

9.2/10Review score

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Highlights from guests

DiningBreakfast Champion

The breakfast buffet offers many options, including a full Scottish. It also has continental items for vegetarian guests.

Angus MacLeod from United Kingdom

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Room FeaturesSweet Surprises

My room had Scottish water, Iron-Bru and Tunnock's caramel wafers in the minibar and more treats. A very nice touch!

Jennifer Smith from Canada

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BedroomDreamy Nights

The bed was firm and super-comfortable. Pillows were the dreamiest ever! I slept well and had a relaxing visit.

Sarah Johnson from United States

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Guest ParkingTram convenience

The hotel is one minute from the tram stop which serves the airport. Excellent public transport links for travel.

Jean Dubois from France

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2 persons
25 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Air conditioning
Heating
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2 persons
30 sq. feet
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Air conditioning
Bathtub
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2 persons
20 sq. feet
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Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

Facilities: Great

8.5/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

51-59 York Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3JD

Explore Edinburgh

Edinburgh Experience

Edinburgh Castle

19 minutes' walk

Historic fortress offering stunning views and exhibits of Scotland's royal heritage.

National Museum of Scotland

18 minutes' walk

Comprehensive exhibits from Scottish history to natural history; free admission.

Palace of Holyroodhouse

17 minutes' walk

Official residence of the monarch in Scotland, featuring beautiful gardens.

Calton Hill

9 minutes' walk

Iconic hill with stunning city views and several historic monuments.

Arthur's Seat Hike

25 minutes' walk

Challenging hike offering incredible panoramic views over Edinburgh.

Edinburgh Cycle Hire

10 minutes' walk

Bike rentals available for exploring the city at your own pace.

The Meadows Park

20 minutes' walk

A spacious park perfect for relaxation, picnics, and casual walks.

The Empress

2 minutes' walk

Traditional Scottish cuisine in a cozy atmosphere with local dishes.

Turquoise Thistle

2 minutes' walk

Fusion dishes with fresh, local ingredients in a vibrant setting.

Mathers Bar

2 minutes' walk

Welcoming pub serving classic fare and a wide selection of beers.

Mathers Bar

2 minutes' walk

Lively pub with live music events that create a friendly atmosphere.

The Stand Comedy Club

10 minutes' walk

Comedy club featuring local and national acts for a fun night out.

Getting around

City Centre
Edinburgh 9 min · 2300 ft
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI) 22 min · 8.8 mi
Glasgow (GLA) 134 min · 55.4 mi
Train
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 6 min · 1700 ft
Bus
Bus stop 3 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

No parking available.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 16.50 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Polish, Greek, Arabic

Year renovated:

2012

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Former name

hotel indigo edinburgh, an ihg hotel

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

Guests consistently praise the hotel's central location, noting its proximity to both New Town and Old Town, with convenient access to the train station and St Andrews Square, making it easy to explore the city. The spacious and well-appointed rooms often feature complimentary perks like a regularly restocked mini-fridge with drinks and snacks; however, some guests have mentioned that rooms can vary in size. The breakfast is a highlight for many, featuring both a diverse selection and hot dishes, with the tram stop nearby providing convenient airport access.

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Review score

Based on 724 verified reviews

8.6 /10

Great

87 %

Recommend

Paid Wi-Fi

9.5/10

Location

9.2/10

Value for money

7.9/10

Breakfast

8.3/10

Pros

Helpful staff

Good breakfast

Perfect location

Cons

Small rooms

Sawyer from United States

Family with children

standard double room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: February 06, 2026

9.5/10

fantastic stay

lovely team spacious room thoughtful touch

the team was very cute. my room had a large bathroom and comfortable double bed. they prepared takeaway breakfasts for my early departure, a lovely touch.

the extra seating in my room was not ideally positioned.

Location

9/10

the hotel provides convenient access to nearby attractions. it is also in a safe and quiet area. waverly is not a far walk from the hotel, very convenient.

Dining

10/10

breakfast had a great selection of continental options and freshly prepared hot dishes. the staff was very helpful and prepared a tray of food and tea that i took to my room. caramel candies were also provided in my room.

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oliver from united kingdom

standard double room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 09, 2026

9/10

excellent experience

great breakfast perfect location

the staff was accommodating. the breakfast was great with many options. the location is perfect as it's within walking distance of many places we wanted to visit.

Rooms

9/10

the standard double room included nice amenities. it had complimentary water and snacks that were replenished. the room itself had high ceilings and felt spacious and super clean, which i appreciate. a refrigerator and a teapot and coffee pot were available too.

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Kirsty from Australia

Single

Standard Double Room

5 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: January 08, 2026

9.0/10

lovely stay

helpful staff central location short walk

i stayed five nights. the reception staff were always helpful. the hotel is central to the shopping center and edinburgh street food. the tram from the airport is a two-minute walk away. it is on the flat, so there is no dragging the suitcase up a hill to the hotel.

the room was very small, but this did not impact my overall stay too much. i could hear some noise from nearby rooms.

Location

9/10

the hotel is close to the shopping center. the tram station is a short walk away. princess street is a short walk, less than ten minutes, from the hotel.

Facilities

9/10

the hotel includes a free minibar with drinks and snacks. the minibar had irn bru included. breakfast seemed very good, with a wide variety of options available for selection, and the dining room was nice.

Service

10/10

The reception staff was wonderful on arrival. they were helpful. staff seemed professional and courteous, and always willing to assist with questions and requests. I found their attention to detail quite pleasing.

Rooms

8/10

my room was a large, well-equipped. it had quirky furniture. the bathroom included slippers and bathrobes. the room was clean. it had a king-size bed and a lot of space and storage options for clothing

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Andrew from United Kingdom

Single

1 Double Bed Suite

3 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: December 27, 2025

5/10

awful smell unacceptable price

the location was great i did not have to walk much to get to places.

the room i got had an awful smell. i think it was the room 1 double bed suite in the basement, as there was no ventilation and it reeked of sewage. the price was not acceptable for the quality.

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Eva from Germany

Couple

Premium King Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 16, 2025

9/10

king bed quirky furniture lovely bathroom

the room was clean and i see a king size bed. there was lots of space and quirky furniture. the bathroom had slippers and bathrobes.

the lift seems old. it worked though.

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Alan from United Kingdom

Couple

Standard Double Room

3 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: October 29, 2025

6/10

underwhelming stay, some issues noticed

terrible soundproofing unclean bathroom

The room i got, a standard double room, was a bit of a letdown. i found the soundproofing terrible. i could hear every single noise from the hallway. also the bathroom wasn't properly cleaned when i arrived. That was pretty annoying!

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About Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg

What is the distance from the Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg to Edinburgh city centre?

Edinburgh city centre is reachable within a 10-minute walk from the Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg.

Which landmarks are closest to the 4-star Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg?

Guests of the 4-star Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg can visit Sherlock Holmes Statue (approximately a 5-minute walk from the accommodation), or Dugald Stewart Monument placed 9 minutes' walk away.

Does the 4-star Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg have a car parking on site?

Guests of the 4-star Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg can take advantage of a car park.

What are the booking prices at the Edinburgh hotel?

The prices at the Edinburgh hotel start from £195.

What payment methods are available in the Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg?

At the Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg, guests can pay using American Express, Visa, and Bankcard as well as other payment methods.

What room types does the 4-star Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg comprise?

The 4-star Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg provides such room types as Standard King Room, Premium King Room, and Double Room.

Does the Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg staff speak foreign languages?

Yes, the staff of the Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg can help you in Spanish, Italian, Polish, English, and Arabic.

Does the Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg provide business facilities?

Yes, the Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg comprises a meeting room and a work area as well as a photocopy machine and a work desk.

Are there any cleaning services provided at the 4-star Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg?

Yes, the 4-star Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg offers dry cleaning service and housekeeping.

Which facilities does the Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg provide?

Top locations of the Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg include luggage storage and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with 24-hour security and luggage storage.