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Novotel Edinburgh Centre (solo trip)

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How Solo-Friendly is Novotel Edinburgh Centre?

81%Solo-Friendly
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What makes it 81% Solo-Friendly: 24-hour front desk, CCTV and keycard entry add security; free Wi-Fi and desks fit remote work; indoor pool and bar for downtime; 400 m to Edinburgh Castle and 1.3 km to Haymarket Station.

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Reviews4.3/ 5
(from 3,350 reviews)

Good match for:

  • History Explorers: Just 400m (5 min walk) to Edinburgh Castle for guided tours and panoramic views.
  • Fitness and Wellness Fans: Enjoy a 24-hour gym, heated pool, and Finnish sauna to keep up your workout routine.

Things to keep in mind:

  • Luxury Spa Seekers: The hotel does not offer full-service spa treatments or massage facilities on site.
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What is so special about Novotel Edinburgh Centre for solo trip?

  1. Central location within a 5-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket.
  2. Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
  3. Indoor heated pool, Finnish sauna, and 24-hour fitness center.
  4. 24-hour front desk with concierge services and free luggage storage.
  5. On-site conference rooms, parking, ironing, and weekend breakfast buffet available for a fee.

Transport & Nearby Access

Haymarket Railway Station: 1.3 km (5 min drive)

Main hub for west Scotland and national rail connections.

Edinburgh Waverley Station: 1.7 km (6 min drive)

Central station adjacent to the Royal Mile for city and regional trains.

Solo-Friendly Activities around Novotel Edinburgh Centre

Grassmarket: 340m (4 min walk)

Historic market square with pubs and independent shops.

Tip: Stop by on Monday mornings for a local farmers market at nearby Castlehill.

Edinburgh Castle: 400m (5 min walk)

Iconic fortress offering panoramic views and guided tours.

Tip: Join the daily audio tour at the esplanade to learn castle history.

The Scotch Whisky Experience: 480m (6 min walk)

Interactive whisky tasting sessions and guided distillery tours.

Tip: Book the beginner tasting session for a solo-friendly experience.

Solo-Friendly Hotel Facilities

Free facilities in Novotel Edinburgh Centre:

Complimentary Wi-Fi:

Unlimited high-speed internet access in rooms and public areas.

Indoor heated pool:

Heated indoor pool and whirlpool tub open daily for leisure swims.

Sauna:

Finnish sauna to unwind after a day of sightseeing.

Fitness center:

24-hour gym with cardio machines and free weights.

Luggage storage:

Free luggage storage available at the 24-hour front desk.

24-hour front desk:

Reception with concierge services available around the clock.

Paid or on request with possible fees:

Private parking:

On-site parking available for a daily fee.

Ironing service:

In-room ironing and pressing service at an additional charge.

Conference rooms:

Meeting and conference facilities available for events (fees apply).

Breakfast buffet:

Full buffet breakfast served on weekends at The TAP Bar & Kitchen (fee applies).

Accessibility at Novotel Edinburgh Centre:

All public areas are step-free; elevators reach every floor for easy movement.

Make the Most of Your Stay

  1. Reserve Pool Time: Visit the indoor pool early to enjoy quieter laps before peak hours.
  2. Attend Bar Events: Check the bar lounge’s schedule at reception for live music or quiz nights.
  3. Plan Weekend Breakfast: For Saturday or Sunday stays, book breakfast slots in advance to avoid waiting.

Reviews of Novotel Edinburgh Centre

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Bjørn-Olav Kverndal

Bjørn-Olav Kverndal

Oct 2025

Good location within walking distance of Royal Mile. When we got to our room sheets were not clean. Very low rainfall shower, at 1.88 I had to crouch. On several occations water from shower would overflow to the next room. Bathroom and toilet doors and walls are "oneway" mirrors, so if you leave the lights in the room off, you can see straight through them. Restaurant menu excites noone, hotel re...

Maribel Colon

Maribel Colon

Oct 2025

We stayed there at the end of September. Our first time in Edinburgh and it was fantastic. The hotel was a walking distance to the castle, museums and restaurants. The hotel staff were welcoming, friendly and very professional. Yesica and Magda were awesome at the bar and at breakfast. Kudos to them and the rest of the awesome staff of the Novotel Edinburgh Center!

Mark Bruns

Mark Bruns

Oct 2025

Hotel is well located around 10-15 min from the royal mile. The family room felt quite small and it felt quite warm. Air con was not working at this time of year and even with windows open it was too warm. Breakfast was nice with plenty of options and space and staff was friendly. The pool was nice and not too crowded when we were there.

Janet Suphan

Janet Suphan

Oct 2025

Great location for exploring Edinburgh. Close to all major attractions. The breakfast buffet had plenty of choices. Restaurant staff was attentive. We ate dinner one night in the hotel. Inviting atmosphere in the bar and restaurant and great choices on the dinner menu, Check in/out was easy My room was definitely spacious with great bathroom.

Alex Marshall

Alex Marshall

Oct 2025

Excellent hotel. We stayed in an executive room after a free upgrade which was dreamy. The rooms were clean and bright, though there's some light staining on some of the carpet. Nothing too bad, probably just needs a refresh. Showers were amazing, and the bed was super comfortable. Staff were all really friendly and helpful. It's about a 5/10 min walk to Victoria Street, so about 10/15 to the Roy...

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Address: 80 Lauriston Pl, Edinburgh EH3 9DE, UK

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How to get to Novotel Edinburgh Centre:

From Edinburgh Airport, take the Airlink 100 bus to Princes Street (approx. 30 mins), then walk 10 mins to 80 Lauriston Place.

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Check-in & Check-out

Check-in time:3:00pm
Check-out time:12:00pm

Website

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Phone Number

+44 131 656 3500

Average price

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