New Town Hotel

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Scored 8.6
Rated excellent

Excellent location!

9.5

Fully refurbished in 2025, and based in the heart of Edinburgh city center, the historical New Town Hotel is an elegant Georgian hotel. The shops of Princes Street and George Street are just a few minutes’ walk away. Each room has a Flatscreen Smart TV, free wifi, and tea and coffee making facilities. The front desk team are available for any queries 24-hours a day. Waverley Rail Station can be reached in about 5 minutes’ walk, and Edinburgh Castle is a 15-minute walk away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Edinburgh, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.5

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

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Ashley
United States United States
“Beautiful hotel with very friendly employees. Location was great as well.”
Jenny
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Friendly and accommodating people. We had a great stay. The room was spacious, very clean and new. I would like to highlight especially people at the reception and housekeeping were very nice.”
Sonya
United States United States
“Great location in Old Town. I like the architecture here. Real Edinburgh.”
Judy
United States United States
“Had to book at the last minute. Convenient location in new town area and great restaurants close by. Also easy access to explore Leith as well as more centrally located sites in Edinburgh.”
Randi
United States United States
“Close to shops and restaurants and public transportation.”
Serena
United States United States
“It was very comfortable and beautiful, with close proximity to everything. We were delighted when the staff offered to hold our bags before our room was ready and again after check out so we could have more time to enjoy the city unencumbered by...”
Nadia
Israel Israel
“The position near the old town The cleanliness of the hotel The staff kindness”
Sue
Canada Canada
“Great Location, large, very comfortable room. Lots of stairs to get there but worth it.”
Renay
United States United States
“The room was comfortable and clean and a good size. The bathroom was clean. The staff was very nice. We enjoyed the breakfast choices. The location just outside of Old Town was great. I think it's much quieter, and it was easier to visit the...”
Alper
Turkey Turkey
“Location: It was just a 6-7 minutes walk from the Waverley station. Tram, bus and long distance trains are easily accessible. Staff: Very friendly, polite and helpful. They even gave the room before the official check-in time. Room: It was like...”

Hotel area info

Amenities of New Town Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

A prepayment deposit will be charged prior to the stay.

As a Grade A listed building, the property do not have elevators in the hotel, but rooms on lower floors will be allocated where possible when requested.

Do not hesitate to contact the hotel reception regarding problems with mobility or with climbing stairs.

Please note that the New Town Hotel will take a £100 preauthorisation on check in for security

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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