LEONARDO EDINBURGH CITY | Edinburgh ★ Prime Downtown Location & Comfort

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79 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH3 9HZ

“The location made exploring Edinburgh's iconic sights effortless and enjoyable.”view full review

Leonardo Edinburgh City - Historic West End Hotel with 24-Hour Service and Scottish Dining

Located in Edinburgh's West End, this 3-star EDI hotel occupies a Scottish townhouse dating back to 1879. Leonardo Edinburgh City features 52 rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, work desks, and tea/coffee facilities. Each room includes a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. The Simpsons Bar serves local cuisine and offers a selection of Scottish whiskies, while the breakfast buffet operates from 7:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM on weekends. The 24-hour reception provides luggage storage and laundry services. Edinburgh Castle stands 0.5 miles away, while the Royal Mile and Grassmarket are within walking distance. Waverley Railway Station is a 17-minute walk from Leonardo, with direct bus services stopping outside.

Pros

Historic 1879 townhouse architecture preserves authentic Scottish character

Central location with 8 restaurants within 0.3 miles radius

Room rates include 10-20% dining discount and complimentary mineral water

Wheelchair-accessible rooms available with specialized design features

Cons

1.5 miles distance to Palace of Holyroodhouse and Arthur's Seat

No on-site parking facilities

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165 sq. feet

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325 sq. feet

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165 sq. feet

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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Centre

Edinburgh3700 ft

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 7.6 mi

Dundee (DND) 59.5 mi

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station4000 ft

Bus

Bus stop1000 ft

Facilities

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

Comfortable & Spacious

“The room we stayed in was on the top floor, and it was very spacious. The beds, including the sofa bed, were incredibly comfortable, great to sleep peacefully without any noise disturbances.” view full review

Well-Equipped & Clean

“I loved how big and clean the bathroom was. It was well-maintained, providing all the necessary toiletries, ensuring a refreshing start to each day.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast Options

“The breakfast was a wonderful experience. There was a variety of choices, including a traditional Scottish breakfast and a well-stocked cold buffet that set us up for a great day ahead.” view full review

Unique Room Decor

“I appreciated the interesting historical artifacts and displays throughout the hotel. It was fascinating to learn about its unique history, making our stay even more nice.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Laundry
Dry cleaning
Shops/Commercial services

Dining

In-room breakfast
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Room features

Heating
Mini-bar
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

79 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH3 9HZ

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79 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH3 9HZ

City landmarks

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

3300 ft

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

3200 ft

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

1.5 mi

Landmark

Royal Mile

3100 ft

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

3800 ft

Landmark

The Real Mary King's Close

4100 ft

Park

Princes Street Gardens

3200 ft

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

2800 ft

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

1.5 mi

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

4400 ft

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

4500 ft

Monument

Scott Monument

5100 ft

Museum

The Writers' Museum

3500 ft

Museum

Gladstone's Land

3400 ft

Event hall

Edinburgh International Conference Centre

2200 ft

Landmark

Calton Hill

1.3 mi

Landmark

Surgeons' Hall Museums

3700 ft

Botanical Garden

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

1.5 mi

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One

1.2 mi

Museum

Museum of Childhood

5000 ft

Landmark

Princes Street

4500 ft

Landmark

The Scotch Whisky Experience

2800 ft

Museum

The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland

4000 ft

Cemetery

The Robertson Mausoleum

2700 ft

Landmark

Brass Rubbing Centre

4400 ft

Church

Mercat Cross

3300 ft

Museum

John Knox House

5200 ft

Landmark

Armstrong's Vintage

2500 ft

Landmark

Nelson Monument

1.3 mi

Nearby

Square

Grassmarket

2000 ft

Restaurants

Mania

100 ft

93 Lauriston Place

Games Hub Edinburgh

200 ft

101 Lauriston Place

Falafel and More

300 ft

59 Lauriston Place

The Peanut Gallery Cafe

900 ft

24 Brougham Street

Cafe Truva

900 ft

46-52 Lady Lawson Street

The Forest Cafe

600 ft

141 Lauriston Place

The Cafe

600 ft

74 Lauriston Place Edinburgh College of Art

Seven

800 ft

7 Home Street Tollcross

The Yellow Deli

1000 ft

33 Brougham Street

Tasty Buns Bakery

1000 ft

67 Bread Street

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LEONARDO EDINBURGH CITY, Edinburgh

Hotel Details

Leonardo Edinburgh City - Historic West End Hotel with 24-Hour Service and Scottish Dining

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