🇬🇧 Edinburgh
W Edinburgh
📍 1 Saint James Square, Edinburgh EH1 3AX, UK
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財産 — W Edinburgh
Standing in the lobby of W Edinburgh, you’re instantly enveloped in a sleek, high-energy collision of luxury and Scottish heritage—think tartan accents on modernist furnishings and a DJ spinning in the Living Room bar. Perched atop the historic St James Quarter, this 3-star property (a chic ‘W’ label but without the full-service frills) offers panoramic views of the city’s volcanic skyline and the Firth of Forth from its rooftop terrace. Its USP is location: you’re steps from the Edinburgh Playhouse, Waverley Station, and the Royal Mile, making it a magnet for style-conscious travellers who want buzzy nightlife and easy access to the Fringe. It suits a young, design-led crowd—couples or solo explorers who value aesthetic over amenities, and who’ll happily trade a spa for an in-room Marshall speaker and a cocktail list curated by local mixologists.
Edinburghの歴史
Edinburgh was born from a volcanic crag left by the last Ice Age, with its Old Town huddled around the Royal Mile from the 7th-century fort of Din Eidyn, later fortified as Edinburgh Castle. The New Town, a masterpiece of Georgian planning, emerged in the 18th-century Enlightenment, its broad terraces and neoclassical squares a stark grid against the medieval warren. The city’s architectural dialogue—blackened sandstone tenements versus pale Craigleith stone townhouses—tells a story of floods, fires, and the 19th-century ‘flattening’ of the loch into Princes Street Gardens. Today, Edinburgh thrives as a dual capital: a Unesco World Heritage site of academic gravitas (the University, the National Museum) and a festival powerhouse that draws 4.5 million visitors each August, fiercely preserving its pubs, closes, and literary soul.
訪れるのに最適な時間
Edinburgh完全ガイド →最高の月
May and September—warm but not stifling (averaging 12–17°C), with the city’s gardens in bloom and the Festival crowds not yet at peak. June works too, with long daylight up to 17 hours, but beware mid-month graduations spiking prices.
ピーク/フェスティバル Surge
August is the undisputed peak, driven by the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and International Festival; the city’s population doubles, hotel prices triple (W Edinburgh’s standard room can exceed £400/night), and venues from the Royal Mile to the Meadows are swamped. Events like the Military Tattoo at the Castle also drive demand.
予算肩の季節
April and October are the best budget shoulder months: April offers spring blossoms and lower humidity, October has autumnal colours and fewer tourists; both see 50–60% discounts on peak rates, with typical daytime highs of 10–13°C. The Edinburgh International Science Festival (April) and Samhuinn Fire Festival (October) add flavour without the crush.
天気&パッケージ
Edinburgh’s climate quirk is ‘four seasons in one day’—bright sun can give way to a haar (sea fog) from the Firth within an hour. Pack a waterproof jacket and layers for 10–15°C days, plus a light scarf and gloves for the morning chill—and always a compact umbrella, ideally windproof, as the city’s gusts turn it inside-out.
LIVE CITY BRIEFING — Edinburgh
- Edinburgh’s tram line to Newhaven fully opened in June 2023, connecting W Edinburgh directly to the waterfront’s trendy pubs and the Royal Yacht Britannia—a 15-minute ride from the St Andrew Square stop, a 5-minute walk from the hotel.
- The St James Quarter (hosting the hotel) continues to expand: a new cinema complex and additional restaurants opened in 2024–2025, offering visitors more dining options within the mall.
- For June 2026, check the Edinburgh International Film Festival (dates often fluctuate, usually mid-June) for screenings that might cause street closures around the city centre.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to W Edinburgh, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request floors 6-8 on the back side (facing away from St James Square and the tram route). These floors sit above the retail podium noise but below the rooftop bar, and the double-glazing is effective when closed. Ask for a 'St James Quarter courtyard view' room to get the quietest orientation.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 2-4 facing St James Square: street-level restaurant exhaust grilles and tram braking noise from the stop at the foot of the square are audible even with windows shut. Also skip any room ending in '01' or '02' (usually above the service lift shaft on the east side).
Best views
Odds rooms (facing south-west) get a view over the rooftops of the New Town towards Edinburgh Castle – you'll see the Castle Rock lit at night. Evens face the Firth of Forth, but many are partially blocked by the Caltongate development scaffolding (ongoing as of late 2024). Request a 'Castle view' room on floor 7 or 8 for the best unbroken line.
Quietest floors
6th through 9th floors. This places you above the public floors (bars/restaurants on 1-2, lobby on 3) and below the rooftop bar on 10, while staying high enough to avoid tram rumble but low enough to be out of the wind buffer.
🔊 Noise notes
The tram stop at St James Square (line stop 'St James') is directly outside the main entrance – trams run 6am-midnight with a distinctive bell. Rooftop bar on floor 10 has loud music Fri-Sat until 1am, audible in rooms directly below on floor 9. Service elevator on the east side hums 24/7 – rooms ending in 10-14 on any floor are adjacent to it.
Insider tips
1. Parking: The adjacent Q-Park charges £35/night via hotel valet, but you can book directly on Q-Park's app for £22/night (same garage, self-park). Do it before 2pm on check-in day. 2. Wi-Fi: the free 10Mbps is just enough for email; if you need video calls, pay the £10/day for premium – but only by the day, not per stay. Request a room on floor 7 for the quickest Wi-Fi signal (router is on floor 6).
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
ホテル施設 — W Edinburgh
Free basic Wi-Fi (10 Mbps) with login via room number; premium tier (50 Mbps) at £10/day for streaming
Three lifts serve all 10 floors including rooftop bar; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital PressReader access; no physical newspapers; historic building incorporates vaulted stone arches from 19th-century market
Check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop from 12:00 free; late check-out until 13:00 for £30 or 14:00 for £60, subject to availability
Complimentary for day of arrival/departure; long-term storage for £5 per bag per day
Step-free main entrance with automatic doors; accessible rooms and lifts; no structural limitations confirmed
No on-site parking; valet parking at Q-Park St James Centre (adjacent) for £35/night with pre-booking; no EV charging on property; nearest public car park is Q-Park (10 spaces for EVs at £6/hr)
税金、税金、預金
City / tourist tax: None (VAT included in room rate; no separate tourist tax in Edinburgh for hotels over 3-star)
Deposit & card hold: Full stay deposit required at booking; £100 incidental hold per night at check-in
Faith & Dietary 近く
- Place of worship: Hubbard Academy of Personal Independence Scientology Edinburgh (111 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: St Patrick's RC Church (277 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: St Giles' Cathedral (310 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Augustine United Church (341 m · ~4 min walk)
地元のライフスタイル&レクリエーション
Waverley Market — 647 m · ~8 min walk
East Princes Street Gardens — 648 m · ~8 min walk
St Cecilia's Hall — 94 m · ~1 min walk
St Cecilia's Hall — 94 m · ~1 min walk
Royal Mile Nursery — 282 m · ~4 min walk
5分間のRadio Essentials
Nearest — 36 m · ~1 min walk
Royal Mile Pharmacy — 317 m · ~4 min walk
Sainsbury's Local — 29 m · ~1 min walk
Edinburgh Waverley — 536 m · ~7 min walk
お金 & 通貨
Get a travel card →British Pound Sterling, GBP
Use ATMs at banks or supermarkets for best rates; avoid airport bureaux and tourist exchange shops which charge poor margins. Most banks offer competitive rates.
Contactless cards and mobile payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are standard and widely accepted; chip-and-PIN still common in some smaller venues. Most places accept major cards.
15% in restaurants is customary (often optional on card); £1-2 per taxi journey or round up; hotel housekeeping £1-2 per night if satisfactory service.
食事、ショッピング、旅行 予算
Cheap car hire →Buy groceries at supermarkets rather than corner shops; walk the city centre as most attractions within 20-30 mins. Many museums and galleries are free or pay-what-you-wish.
知るのがいい — Edinburgh
Type G · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ £0.75 · GBP
Emergency Contacts
Edinburgh999 (or 112 from a mobile phone)
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Edinburgh, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at W Edinburgh
🕒 Check-in is from 15:00. Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 36 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Royal Mile Pharmacy — 317 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →回り回る
Find train tickets →Waverley Station / City Centre → Princes Street / Royal Mile area
💡 Perfect for local transit once in city. Modern, accessible, connects main attractions. Hotel is walkable from tram stops.
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) → The Scotsman Hotel, Royal Mile
💡 Pre-book for better rates. Black cabs are iconic but metered taxis can be cheaper. Hotel can arrange pickups.
Edinburgh Airport → Waverley Bridge / City Centre
💡 Most economical airport transfer. Buy Ridacard for unlimited city bus travel. Buses to hotel area are frequent.
Edinburgh Airport (via airport link bus to Waverley) → Waverley Station (250m from hotel)
💡 Excellent for day trips (Glasgow, Stirling, Borders). Station is 5-minute walk to The Scotsman Hotel on Royal Mile.
よくある質問
What are the best rooms at W Edinburgh?
Request floors 6-8 on the back side (facing away from St James Square and the tram route). These floors sit above the retail podium noise but below the rooftop bar, and the double-glazing is effective when closed. Ask for a 'St James Quarter courtyard view' room to get the quietest orientation.
Which rooms should I avoid at W Edinburgh?
Avoid rooms on floors 2-4 facing St James Square: street-level restaurant exhaust grilles and tram braking noise from the stop at the foot of the square are audible even with windows shut. Also skip any room ending in '01' or '02' (usually above the service lift shaft on the east side).
Is W Edinburgh noisy?
The tram stop at St James Square (line stop 'St James') is directly outside the main entrance – trams run 6am-midnight with a distinctive bell. Rooftop bar on floor 10 has loud music Fri-Sat until 1am, audible in rooms directly below on floor 9. Service elevator on the east side hums 24/7 – rooms ending in 10-14 on any floor are adjacent to it.
Which rooms have the best views at W Edinburgh?
Odds rooms (facing south-west) get a view over the rooftops of the New Town towards Edinburgh Castle – you'll see the Castle Rock lit at night. Evens face the Firth of Forth, but many are partially blocked by the Caltongate development scaffolding (ongoing as of late 2024). Request a 'Castle view' room on floor 7 or 8 for the best unbroken line.
What are insider tips for staying at W Edinburgh?
1. Parking: The adjacent Q-Park charges £35/night via hotel valet, but you can book directly on Q-Park's app for £22/night (same garage, self-park). Do it before 2pm on check-in day. 2. Wi-Fi: the free 10Mbps is just enough for email; if you need video calls, pay the £10/day for premium – but only by the day, not per stay. Request a room on floor 7 for the quickest Wi-Fi signal (router is on floor 6).
What time is check-in at W Edinburgh?
Check-in at W Edinburgh is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.
Does W Edinburgh have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (10 Mbps) with login via room number; premium tier (50 Mbps) at £10/day for streaming
Is there a city or tourist tax at W Edinburgh?
None (VAT included in room rate; no separate tourist tax in Edinburgh for hotels over 3-star)
When is the best time to visit Edinburgh?
May and September—warm but not stifling (averaging 12–17°C), with the city’s gardens in bloom and the Festival crowds not yet at peak. June works too, with long daylight up to 17 hours, but beware mid-month graduations spiking prices.
Edinburghのトップ観光スポット
💡 Free guided tours run at 11am and 3pm. The basement cafe has the cheapest lunch on Princes Street.
💡 Head to the rooftop terrace for a clear view of the castle. The cafe does a decent bacon roll for under a fiver.
💡 Look for the grave of Thomas Riddell—J.K. Rowling borrowed the name for Tom Riddle. Ask at the art gallery next door for the map of notable graves.
💡 Start at the path behind Holyrood Palace. Avoid the grass if it's wet—it gets treacherously slippery.
💡 The glasshouses are free but ask at the ticket desk for a timed pass. The café does decent scones for under £3.