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About the Hotel

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

Rooms & Suites

W Edinburgh offers spacious double rooms and suites with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs with streaming services, minibars, and coffee machines. Private bathrooms include walk-in showers, hairdryers, and free toiletries. Some rooms feature terraces with city or landmark views. Suites add separate living areas, dressing areas, and some include saunas or fireplaces.

Dining & Bars

The hotel houses SUSHISAMBA, a signature restaurant serving Japanese, Brazilian, and Peruvian cuisine, with a Champagne Afternoon Tea option. Joao's Place offers Brazilian-inspired small bites and cocktails. The W Lounge provides all-day dining, and the W Deck rooftop bar has 360-degree views of Edinburgh.

Leisure & Wellness

AWAY Spa includes four themed treatment rooms (Fire, Earth, Water, Air) and a double treatment room for couples. The FIT Gym has Technogym equipment for cardio, strength, and functional workouts. The Sound Suite is available for music production or podcast recording.

Location & Access

Located in Edinburgh's New Town, the hotel is a 5-minute walk from The Real Mary King's Close, Gladstone's Land, and Edinburgh Castle. Edinburgh Airport is 10 km away. The area features Georgian townhouses, upscale boutiques, and eateries.

Services & Accessibility

24-hour front desk staff speak Arabic, Bulgarian, Berber, and Mandarin. Services include room service, concierge, and mobile key check-in. Accessible features include roll-in showers, lowered electrical outlets, and wheelchair-friendly parking. Marriott Bonvoy members get complimentary in-room Wi-Fi.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

King Studio Suite

Max:

2 persons

445 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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James Craig Deluxe King Suite

Max:

2 persons

510 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Premier Suite Terrace

Max:

2 persons

575 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Edinburgh2000 ft

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 8.7 mi

Dundee (DND) 60.2 mi

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station1000 ft

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Wi-Fi

Parking

GBP 25 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

Non-smoking rooms
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
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

2500 ft

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

1.3 mi

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

3800 ft

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

2100 ft

Park

Princes Street Gardens

3400 ft

Landmark

Calton Hill

3400 ft

Landmark

Nelson Monument

3400 ft

Landmark

Surgeons' Hall Museums

2100 ft

Botanical Garden

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

1.4 mi

Museum

Dynamic Earth

3800 ft

Park

Holyrood Park

5200 ft

Museum

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

2600 ft

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One

1.4 mi

Church

Mercat Cross

2200 ft

Landmark

Sherlock Holmes Statue

3500 ft

Nearby

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

2000 ft

Royal Mile

1000 ft

High Street 2 Warriston's Close

The Real Mary King's Close

200 ft

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

1300 ft

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

500 ft

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

700 ft

Monument

Scott Monument

1600 ft

Museum

The Writers' Museum

1000 ft

Museum

Gladstone's Land

900 ft

Museum

Museum of Childhood

1100 ft

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

Brass Rubbing Centre

400 ft

Museum

John Knox House

1200 ft

53 Princes Street

Princes Street

1800 ft

Gallery

City Art Centre

900 ft

354 Castlehill

The Scotch Whisky Experience

1500 ft

Restaurants

The Cafe Royal

1400 ft

19 West Register Street

Harvey Nichols Forth Floor Restaurant

700 ft

30-34 St. Andrew Square

The Voodoo Rooms

1400 ft

19A West Register Street

Cafe Royal Oyster Bar

1400 ft

19 West Register Street

The Guildford Arms

1400 ft

1-5 West Register Street

Tattu Edinburgh

1300 ft

18 West Register Street

Dishoom Edinburgh

1300 ft

3a St Andrew Square

Hawksmoor Edinburgh

1200 ft

23 West Register Street

The Place to Eat

500 ft

John Lewis Department Store

Mezcal Mole

500 ft

Unit 8 Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre

Holy Cow

400 ft

34 Elder Street

The Register Club

1000 ft

42 St. Andrew Square Floor 4

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

Jason

United Kingdom, May 2024

7.6/10

The hotel is ideally situated adjacent to a mall which can be convenient, offering a comfortable stay with a few drawbacks. The rooms are cozy with balconies providing a nice touch, yet the dining options could be more varied. The service is attentive and reliable, making the overall experience pleasant.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were cozy with balconies providing a nice touch.

Service

9.0

The service was attentive and reliable.

Location

7.0

The hotel is ideally situated adjacent to a mall which can be convenient.

Dining

6.0

The dining options could be more varied.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers well-maintained facilities.

Derek

United Kingdom, December 2023

8.4/10

This hotel is a gem tucked away next to the mall, offering a convenient location for shopping enthusiasts. The rooms are spacious and modern, while the service is top-notch. Dining options are varied, although the seafood could be better. The facilities are well-kept, providing a comfortable stay at a reasonable price.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are spacious and modern with balconies.

Service

9.0

The service is friendly and efficient.

Location

9.0

Adjacent to a mall, which is convenient for shopping.

Dining

7.0

The dining options are good, but the seafood could be improved.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities are well-kept and modern.

Peter

United Kingdom, June 2023

7.6/10

The hotel is ideally situated adjacent to a convenient mall and offers a cozy atmosphere. The rooms are spacious and modern, but the dining experience is somewhat underwhelming. The facilities are top-notch and cater to various needs.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are spacious and modern.

Service

9.0

The staff provides excellent service with attention to detail.

Location

8.0

The hotel's proximity to a mall makes it a convenient choice for shoppers.

Dining

6.0

The dining options, while decent, lack variety.