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Reviews of Virgin Hotels Edinburgh 5 stars

1 India Buildings Victoria Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 2EX, United Kingdom

#19 of 169 hotels in Edinburgh

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 2685 hotel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    8.0
    Fabulous hotel with friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chamber King
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The window in our room did not have an outside view which should be mentioned in the room description as I would have upgraded had I known. Also the continental breakfast choice was amazing but the hot choice was very limited.

    The staff were fabulous, so friendly and helpful. The rooms were lovely and comfortable. A free welcome glass of Prosecco on arrival and an extra bonus was that the room was ready early. The hotel itself is so stylish and done to a high standard.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Chamber King
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The hotel staff was very nice and made us feel welcome. The bar was great and the overall atmosphere was so nice. Only had breakfast one morning and it was good. Our room was beautiful :-)

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    10
    Brilliant Hotel in heart of Edinburgh
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chamber King Castle View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Exceptional quality or rooms and facilities - upgraded room to suit for our anniversary which was amazing

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful hotel, pricey wine!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chamber King
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Food and drink expensive. We had a meal in the Eve bar, the food was nice but pricey. We ordered a bottle of wine, without looking at the wine menu...big mistake!While I'm no expert, it tasted ok, but at £80 for the bottle I thought it was ridiculously priced with no cheaper alternatives on the menu when we checked it out. This is way beyond the average person's budget. I'm sounding like a tight Yorkshire lass, but this was a let down for me. Sorry!

    Beautiful luxurious hotel, perfect location in walking distance to all of the tourist attractions. Staff couldn't be more helpful, friendly and accommodating. The hotel decor and finish overall is of a very high standard, well maintained and very clean.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    10
    Amazing place highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chamber King Terrace
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast could be better and with more options.

    Excellent location amazing space and cozy rooms. Everything smells so amazing and makes you feel so comfortable

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    9.0
    Lovely stay, perfect location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chamber King
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could have been more choice at the breakfast buffet. No shavers plug in the bathroom for our electric toothbrushes. Only a mild annoyance though, Boots sell adaptors quite cheaply.

    Prosecco upon arrival, perfect central location, 5 minutes from the castle (with views from our room!) clean, tidy, beautiful decor, comfy and spacious room.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Chamber King
    • Stayed 1 night

    the staff was ready to help if needed and provide useful information.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    10
    Great staff, location and room facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Grand Chamber King
    • Stayed 1 night

    I wouldn't change anything. We didn't eat there so I cannot comment on that.

    The staff were very helpful and provided early check in as we had arrived on the sleeper train from London. The location is great, very close to the Castle and Royal Mile. The room was very well fitted out.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    8.0
    Great Hotel . Best Location. Amazing staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chamber King Terrace
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Breakfast although it was included in room rate it was quite basic if you wanted anything else it was extra. The last morning at breakfast was very disorganised. Long wait to get a table. Waited ages of tea & CoffeE to be served and the toast turned up after we has eaten breakfast. They seemed to be getting a lot wrong on last morning.

    The staff were all amazing, Very Friendly from the moment you walk in . Lovely room with Balcony booked for my Husband Birthday !! Amazing bed but room as quite small. Very quiet at night so got lots of rest. Complimentary cocktail tokens left in the room lovely!!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    8.0
    A great short stay despite the poor service from hotel staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chamber King Castle View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The service from staff was poor. The bar tender in common room shouted at us when entering which was unacceptable

    Fantastic hotel in a great location. Room was spacious and full of amenities

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    10
    Our time at the Virgin Hotel in Edinburgh was sheer perfection.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Chamber King
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only downside was having to leave this exceptional hotel. Everything else exceeded expectations, leaving no room for complaints.

    Everything about the Virgin Hotel in Edinburgh was perfect. From its prime location to the grand entrance and exquisite interior, every detail exuded magnificence. The spacious, immaculately clean rooms were simply fantastic. The historic charm of the building added a phenomenal touch to the overall experience. For a truly memorable stay, there's no better choice than the Virgin Hotel.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    10
    Everything perfect staff location rooms hotel bars restaurants
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Sir Richard's Flat
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything we stayed in sir Richard’s flat suite and it was stunning One of the nicest hotels I’ve stayed in

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    10
    Brilliant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chamber King Castle View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/a

    Everything

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Chamber King Castle View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly staff.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    10
    If I go back, I'll stay again...
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chamber Twin
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great breakfast.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    8.0
    comfy
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chamber King Castle View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is great. Staffs are friendly.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Chamber King
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2024

    8.0
    We had a good stay at Virgin hotel, kudos to the Staff (reception, restaurants)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chamber King
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There's no magnifying mirror at the Vanity table . oh the room is a bit cold even if you turn the temperature to a higher degree 😬

    Olga at the reception is so accommodating. Actually mostly of the staff we're all nice, they are always ready to help and give infos on what restaurants to have for dinner. Also at the Library during happy hour, Ron is such a nice guy.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    9.0
    The hotel was really nice staff friendly and accommodating. Excellent location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chamber King Castle View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Always expect to pay more for drinks and things in the hotel but there was quite a large service charge on top. It wasn’t made clear that the mini bar was not included when booking. We also paid for breakfast when we booked and it was not made clear that only the buffet breakfast was included.

    Staff were very good. Made us feel welcome. Some quirky areas with in the hotel really nice.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    10
    A wonderful experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chamber King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s history and it’s various different areas all very interesting

    Stunning property

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chamber King Terrace
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only fault i could find in this hotel was there is no onsite parking.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chamber King Terrace
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Received truly spectacular treatment and services. The staff were absolutely astounding. Amazing room and facilities. Perfect location. So grateful for the kindness and care provided.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chamber King
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Everything about this hotel is 5 star. Location, staff, room Can't find a fault

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Chamber King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    Honestly, one of the best stays recently. We were granted early checkin, umbrella on side to borrow, it was really pleasure to stay and felt as 5* hotel with all the helpful stuff, who were always ready to help and so kind.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    9.0
    Fantastic hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chamber King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The WiFi was unstable, but luckily, I didn't need it much as I was on a leisure trip.

    It is very modern, perfectly located, and with immaculate service. Staff were all very friendly and happy to help. Breakfast was delicious, but not great value (in my opinion) on the buffet side as hot food was limited. Great coffee, though.

    Stayed in February 2024

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