W EDINBURGH | Edinburgh ★ Prime Downtown Location & Comfort

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1 St James Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3AX

“The central location made exploring Edinburgh's attractions so enjoyable!”view full review

W Edinburgh - A 5-star hotel in New Town with rooftop dining, sound studio, and 360-degree city views

Located in Edinburgh's historic New Town amid neoclassical masterpieces and Georgian townhouses, this 5-star EDI hotel features multiple dining venues including SUSHISAMBA restaurant and Joao's Place cocktail bar. The W Lounge provides all-day dining with direct access to W Deck, offering panoramic 360-degree views across the city. Each room comes equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, coffee machine, and a private bathroom featuring walk-in showers and complimentary toiletries. W Edinburgh's AWAY Spa contains four themed treatment rooms - Fire, Earth, Water, and Air - plus a double treatment room for couples. Additional amenities include a Technogym-equipped fitness center, a professional recording studio (Sound Suite), and 24-hour multilingual front desk service in Arabic, Bulgarian, Berber, and Mandarin. The property stands 0.5 miles from the Royal Mile and 0.5 miles from Edinburgh Castle, with Edinburgh Airport located 6 miles away.

Pros

Four distinct themed spa treatment rooms offering specialized experiences

Professional recording studio available for guests

Multilingual staff speaking Arabic, Bulgarian, Berber, and Mandarin

W Deck provides unobstructed 360-degree views of Edinburgh

Cons

10-kilometer distance from Edinburgh Airport

Limited on-site parking availability

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King Studio Suite

2 persons

41 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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James Craig Deluxe King Suite

2 persons

47 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Premier Suite Terrace

2 persons

53 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe King Suite

2 persons

60 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Centre

Edinburgh600 m

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 14.0 km

Dundee (DND) 96.8 km

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station300 m

Bus

Bus stop200 m

Facilities

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

Lovely Breakfast

“I had the pleasure of experiencing breakfast at Sushi Samba on the 10th floor, and it was absolutely lovely! The variety offered was excellent, and the quality of the food was great. Each dish was thoughtfully crafted, and my experience there set a beautiful tone for the day.” view full review

Unique Room Layouts

“Staying in my 'Wonderful King Room' was a marvel. I loved the high-tech lighting and room amenities that created the perfect ambiance. I also appreciated the modern design elements that made the space feel both luxurious and artistic. The comfort of the bed made for a restful night, and the room itself offered a cozy retreat after a day of exploring.” view full review

Pampering at the Spa

“I indulged in a couples massage at the Away Spa, which was a divine experience. The serene environment added to the relaxation, and the treatments were heavenly. It was a good way to unwind and was the highlight of my stay, leaving me feeling rejuvenated.” view full review

Amazing Rooftop Views

“The rooftop terrace offered amazing panoramic views of the city. I spent many evenings sipping cocktails from the bar as I gazed out at the fine skyline. The vibe was perfect for relaxing and enjoying the beauty of Edinburgh in the evening glow.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Lift
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Jacuzzi
Pedicure
Manicure
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Dressing area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

1 St James Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3AX

Map view

1 St James Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3AX

City landmarks

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

760 m

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

2.1 km

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

1.1 km

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

620 m

Park

Princes Street Gardens

1.0 km

Landmark

Calton Hill

1.0 km

Landmark

Nelson Monument

1.0 km

Landmark

Surgeons' Hall Museums

640 m

Botanical Garden

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

2.2 km

Museum

Dynamic Earth

1.2 km

Park

Holyrood Park

1.6 km

Museum

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

770 m

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One

2.2 km

Church

Mercat Cross

650 m

Landmark

Sherlock Holmes Statue

1.1 km

Nearby

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

590 m

Royal Mile

290 m

High Street 2 Warriston's Close

The Real Mary King's Close

60 m

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

390 m

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

130 m

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

190 m

Monument

Scott Monument

470 m

Museum

The Writers' Museum

290 m

Museum

Gladstone's Land

270 m

Museum

Museum of Childhood

310 m

2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)

Brass Rubbing Centre

120 m

Museum

John Knox House

340 m

53 Princes Street

Princes Street

530 m

Gallery

City Art Centre

270 m

354 Castlehill

The Scotch Whisky Experience

430 m

Restaurants

The Cafe Royal

410 m

19 West Register Street

Harvey Nichols Forth Floor Restaurant

190 m

30-34 St. Andrew Square

The Voodoo Rooms

400 m

19A West Register Street

Cafe Royal Oyster Bar

400 m

19 West Register Street

The Guildford Arms

410 m

1-5 West Register Street

Tattu Edinburgh

380 m

18 West Register Street

Dishoom Edinburgh

370 m

3a St Andrew Square

Hawksmoor Edinburgh

350 m

23 West Register Street

The Place to Eat

150 m

John Lewis Department Store

Mezcal Mole

150 m

Unit 8 Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre

Holy Cow

110 m

34 Elder Street

The Register Club

280 m

42 St. Andrew Square Floor 4

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W EDINBURGH, Edinburgh

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W Edinburgh - A 5-star hotel in New Town with rooftop dining, sound studio, and 360-degree city views

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