Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

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A short walk from Royal Mile and Grassmarket, Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Indulge in a facial, a manicure/pedicure, and a body scrub at Sleeping Beauty, the onsite spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a health club and a business center.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Room options

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Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(86 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Junior Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Superior Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Superior Room (Scenic View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Royal)

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre is near the airport and near a train station. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes Street. Check out an event or a game at Edinburgh International Conference Centre, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
Map
80 High Street The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1TH

What's nearby

  • A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.
    Royal Mile
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A historic cathedral with intricate Gothic architecture, a statue, and a cobblestone square.
    St. Giles' Cathedral
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A park with a pathway, benches, and trees. In the background, there are historic buildings and a clock tower.
    Princes Street
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A historic building with a central dome and symmetrical wings.
    University of Edinburgh
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A historic castle on a hill with a crowd in the foreground.
    Grassmarket
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Waverley Station
    3 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop
    9 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    1 min walk
  • Bella Italia
    1 min walk
  • The City Cafe
    2 min walk
  • Landy’s
    1 min walk
  • Cafe Edinburgh
    1 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (GBP 25 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: GBP 22 for adults and GBP 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 7 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from January 12 to January 25:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 40.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 22.00 for adults and GBP 12.00 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 25 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 40.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Frequently asked questions

Does Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from January 12 to January 25.

Is Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 25 per night.

What time is check-in at Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and Princes Street. University of Edinburgh and Grassmarket are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 789 out of 1136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 1136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1136 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing location!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Comfortable beds, helpful staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, staff was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent Location! great & very helpful staff
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location, room was comfortable, overall good choice
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, convenient to shops and restaurants. Easy check in and check out. Parking was a breeze as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great locations and very comfortable beds and pillows. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Comfortable and great location too!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Location was great for seeing the city. Ample parking on site.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location for city center exploring & very close to Waverly Station for day trips exploring the area. Hotel staff were knowledgeable about the area and we used their expertise frequently.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in walking distance from the train station. Lots to see and do around the hotel. Staff are lovely and welcoming. Pool and saunas are a nice way to end the day.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great Hotel directly in the City Centre. Close to the Edinburgh castle, meeting point for Highland Day Tours and the Princess Garden. Shops, Cafés and Restaurants are right around the corner. Very nice staff and the rooms get cleaned every day. I would always stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location for exploring old and “new” Edinburgh!! Right on the Royal Mile and less than 15 minutes to any and all the sites—- great pub restaurants immediately nearby at reasonable prices- really recommended!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location Wonderful staff Brilliant stay Pool was cool but nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing breakfast excellent service. Food quality and range of variety far exceeds. Very enjoyable seating
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful exterior fit nicely within the surrounding area. Centrally located by Royal Mile, High St. staff was immensely kind and helpful. Thank you to Sara for going above and beyond. The room was spacious and clean as was the bathroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room were very cleaned and the staff were extremely pleasant and helpful. I would definitely stay again on my next visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and rooms were fantastic. I’d highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I had reservations about staying directly on the Royal Mile because of the noise etc. but the room was quiet and perfect. The location was extremely convenient. Could drop off purchase and not have to lug them around all day as grab a quick rest and head back out.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Narrow bathtubs make it difficult to stand in. Elevators/lifts are not secured by key code. Lovely location. Staff was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
The location of this property is great. The bed was comfortable but the carpet in the room is really old and needs replacing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent stay. Zoe at the front desk was so welcoming and lovely, breakfast was incredible, room was very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved how central this hotel was to everything! Our room was gorgeous and well appointed. We loved our visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026