"Walking distance to restaurants, Amazing location, the car parking facility is brilliant"
"Awesome location, walking distance to cafes and hotel was extremely tidy"
The modern Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre is nestled close to a business district, just a few steps from the St Giles' Cathedral. Arthur's Seat is located 2.6 km from this Edinburgh hotel, boasting a lounge bar and hills views.
The 4-star smoke-free hotel has a central setting nearly a 25-minute walk from the Stockbridge Market. The Meadows is in the immediate vicinity of the Radisson Blu Edinburgh, while Museum of Childhood bus stop is approximately 300 metres away. This accommodation lies close to a business district. The hotel is also just 9 minutes on foot from the art museum "Scottish National Gallery".
The 234 rooms at the property include a sitting area and a dining area. Some of the rooms feature comfortable decor furnished with a wardrobe and a sofa bed. Guests can make use of central heating and an ironing set along with coffee and tea making facilities. Featuring amenities such as a hairdryer and bath sheets, the private bathrooms come with a separate toilet and a shower.
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Set within 0.7 km from the history Museum of Edinburgh, the 3-star Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile Hotel features free WiFi in public areas as well as public parking nearby.
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St Giles' Cathedral
300 m
Scottish Storytelling Centre
150 m
National Museum of Scotland
400 m
The Real Mary King's Close
250 m
Museum of Childhood
100 m
Calton Hill
650 m
Gilded Balloon Box Office
200 m
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Edinburgh
14 km
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Edinburgh Waverley station
300 m
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The 234 rooms at the property include a sitting area and a dining area. Some of the rooms feature comfortable decor furnished with a wardrobe and a sofa bed. Guests can make use of central heating and an ironing set along with coffee and tea making facilities. Featuring amenities such as a hairdryer and bath sheets, the private bathrooms come with a separate toilet and a shower.
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John
2024-05-01
6/10
The units were newly remodelled and the staff were highly courteous people from concierges to chambermaids. The continental breakfast that I ordered was large with the fried eggs and flaky croissants, for example.
The bathroom was a little small and Wi-Fi was rather slow.
Geoff
2024-04-22
9/10
Beautifully presented rooms with a separate lounge and a hair dryer, facilities worked well. The location was excellent and perfect, to nearly all of Edinburgh's Landmarks, and the bed comfortable. Also, Tate Liverpool was 2 km away from the hotel.
Robert
2024-04-08
8/10
Amazing location, we were near to In centre of Edinburgh easy walking distance to shops bars restaurants, all main attractions and primarily from side street. Our extremely pleasant and comfortable modern room included comfy bed, a storage and a hair dryer. Knowledgeable and competent staff at reception desk, had a very nice attitude.
Mark
2024-04-02
8/10
Bright and popular place to stay, it offers continental breakfasts. The staff are knowledgeable and offer wake up service and ironing free of charge. The building is very comfortable and the rooms are comfortable modern. The location is marvellous and brilliant, bars and restaurants were next to the hotel. There are several restaurants and bars in the area.
John
2024-03-13
9/10
The location was incredible - close to tourist sites, train station and many good re, a night club which did n't close til 3 am on all 3 nights and the Royal Mile, a short walk to all of the main attractions. Absolutely courteous team on one receptionist.
Steve
2024-03-02
8/10
The hotel had an absolutely perfect position, in a good location about 10 minutes away from the Christmas market. Besides, an 18th-century windmill was 4 km away from the property. My room with twin beds was beautifully presented and brand-new.
Peter
2024-02-21
7/10
High-class, lovely looking rooms with the bathroom, comfy large bed, for example, stunning setting. Also located close to the train station.
Harold
2024-02-02
7/10
The family room was top quality and freshly decorated, with a separate lounge and a storage space.
George
2024-02-02
9/10
Marvellous and fab location in Old Town district very close to Palace of Holyroodhouse, and great pubs / eateries around.
Richard
2024-02-01
7/10
The units were lovely modern and well-maintained with a view. As for me, the location is fantastic and lovely, on public transport etc. I would recomand this hotel to all, real good stay.
Henry
2024-01-10
8/10
Loved the place, had a thoroughly enjoyable stay for a celebration. The breakfast was freshly prepared with toast or porridge, there were delightful fruit juices and cereals.
John
2024-01-04
6/10
The location of this hotel in the centre of Edinburgh was marvellous and stunning. The rooms were newly renovated and large and included a TV area, a lounge, and coffee etc. The staff were extremely friendly and competent and know their duties.
As for me, the area was really busy.
Alan
2023-12-24
8/10
My children and I loved being there. The breakfast was absolutely superb with pancakes and even freshly made pancakes, as example, the staff was experienced.
Eleanor
2023-12-16
7/10
Brand-new double room with inefficient heating system and comfy large bed plus slippers. Magnificent location in the centre for everything with views of the hills.
Rose
2023-12-15
8/10
The location was marvellous and stunning as for me, near to the bar/cafe near reception and shopping areas.
Simon
2023-12-08
8/10
Lots of fruit juices and cereals at breakfast. Very good service and perfect location near to a popular pub serving food and an easy walk further up the street to Edinburgh Castle, city centre and all main attractions too.
Robert
2023-12-07
7/10
The room was good-sized and newly renovated and with a separate lounge, a lounge area, and coffee at your disposal, lovely view. The location was marvellous and fab in the centre of Edinburgh. This hotel was set in a shopping area.
John
2023-11-13
7/10
Newly remodelled rooms with a bright decor, nice beds with hypoallergenic pillows and down pillows.
Martin
2023-11-13
9/10
High-class and stocked units available with robe, the bedroom and non feather bedding. Very central setting of the hotel, amazingly efficient and amicable staff at reception desk. Found in a shopping area.
Robert
2023-11-04
9/10
Luxurious and clean place, absolutely courteous and experienced staff both as waiters and in the kitchen. Fab food, fantastic and amazing location close to restaurants and entertainment.
John
2023-10-23
7/10
Fantastic very central location just off great pubs and restaurants and the restaurant with pleasant surroundings. Thoroughly enjoyed comfortable quiet and recently refurbished room with view ..., wouldn't mind staying there all day.
Michael
2023-10-20
6/10
Stunning location, superfriendly and amiable staff members on reception desk. Besides, very convenient to Edinburgh Old Town.
Breakfast pretty poor.
Samuel
2023-09-30
9/10
I was there for 2 nights and will certainly stay here again. It was quirky place to stay with knowledgeable staff from concierges to chambermaids. The room was high-class and beautifully maintained, offered a separate lounge, a lounge, and a storage. Amazing and wonderful location close to everything which was great, met expectation.
Joseph
2023-09-23
9/10
The breakfast was tasty with toast or porridge. I had superior queen room that also was complete with robe, slippers plus lovely toiletries. The location was great and brilliant, near to a taxi to A & E @ 2000 on a Saturday night in Edinburgh between Christmas and Hogmanay and the surrounding sights and lots of restaurants.
John
2023-09-20
8/10
Enjoyed continental breakfast with toast or porridge. Very modern design of interiors in superior room. The location in the centre of Edinburgh. Walk from the train station, perfect for me.
George
2023-09-20
8/10
The position was perfect, near a bus station. There was lots of restaurants and bars nearby to try. Had good sleep at the double room with king size bed, great views, for example.
Daniel
2023-09-11
9/10
Amazing and fab location central to Old Town was a plus. The room was newly remodelled and comfortable modern, nothing to complain about. Efficient service was provided. Stayed for 2 days and didn't want to leave, I will certainly stay here again.
Jack
2023-08-19
9/10
The breakfast was savoury with extra options to order, the best we had in Edinburgh. Greatly enjoyed staying at the comfortable quiet and recently refurbished premium room with comfortable bed. The setting was stunning, not far from the castle plenty of pubs and eating houses as well as pubs and eating houses.
John
2023-08-15
9/10
The rooms were recently renovated and large with all facilities. The location of the hotel was fab, the staff were extremely friendly and excellent co-operating people from concierges to chambermaids.
Constance
2023-08-08
6/10
Stunning and magnificent location, close to a parish church. Tasty and superb breakfast to star a day with cheeses and both traditional options and special dishes.
A little tired bathroom.
Martin
2023-08-04
5/10
The location was magnificent in the restaurant after 8 pm. The breakfast was savoury with Scottish dishes and pancakes, as for instance, no complaints.
The staff - some of them were highly unprofessional.
Peter
2023-08-02
8/10
The place was clean and superior, had well experienced staff at reception desk. The breakfast with such great selections was savoury and large for what you got. Its location was very central, 500 metres from a parish church.
John
2023-07-27
9/10
We lived in the family room with slippers, glass bottles, good facilities. The breakfast was tasty and absolutely superb for vegetarians, the staff was amicable.
Albert
2023-07-25
8/10
Good-sized rooms, excellent staff on reception desk. Great assortment of fruit juices and cereals for breakfast.
Alan
2023-07-23
7/10
Its location in the center of Old Town Edinburgh was particularly good and unbeatable.
Barry
2023-07-21
5/10
My family room was contemporary with a separate lounge, a lounge, and a hair dryer. The setting was great and beautiful and the staff were excellent people from concierges to chambermaids. I visited downstairs bar and loved good drinks.
The bathroom I had was a little tired.
Christian
2023-07-20
7/10
Upscale place with extremely friendly and competent staff. Tasty options for breakfast with special dishes and both healthy options. Really nice building in the centre of Edinburgh. Minutes from The Real Mary King's Close.
Murray
2023-07-07
7/10
We lovely spend 2 nights in Edinburgh. The staff was very efficient, helped to choose restaurants and bars. We booked double room with a wonderful view of the mile in edinburgh and appreciated it.
Alan
2023-06-27
8/10
The location was absolutely perfect and fantastic for exploring Edinburgh. This hotel was located in an excellent area. I loved continental breakfasts with cheeses and Scottish dishes, for instance.
Ken
2023-06-24
8/10
Its location minutes from a parish church was marvellous and fab. It was in a shopping area, walk from a train station.
Godfrey
2023-06-20
7/10
Accommodation was huge and superior with well experienced staff from concierges to chambermaids. The continental breakfast was warm, had a wide array of options. The location was good and fab, really close to Royal Mile.
Mike
2023-05-13
6/10
The rooms reasonably priced and recently refurbished with a birthday card, impressive view of the Firth etc, for instance. In a very central location with bars and restaurants next to the hotel.
Extremely busy area.
Craig
2023-04-26
7/10
The location near city centre was incredible. It was near Pizza Express, where you can have lunch.
Tony
2023-04-15
6/10
We liked being here. Had double room with a view and wake-up service was available in it. Had perfect location close to Airlink 100 stop, near Greyfriars Bobby's Grave.
Well, the area was very busy overall.
R.
2023-04-03
7/10
Came here for 1 night with my friend, had a special stay. Cooperative and efficient staff recommended me pubs and restaurants. I stayed in a stocked superior room with lovely toiletries and castle view-haha plus mega comfy beds.
Craig
2023-03-20
8/10
The food was fab, included fruit juice and cereal. The rooms were newly decorated and high standard, had hypoallergenic pillows and feather pillows.
Richard
2023-03-19
7/10
Had a real good stay for a business trip, everything was modern. Beautifully maintained and stocked units with the view of Arthur's seat, tea, as example, and the staff were well experienced. The unbeatable and amazing location was really close to Edinburgh Old Town.
Tom
2023-03-18
8/10
Appreciated our stay. By and large, it was amazing base for sightseeing in Edinburgh, had much fun and met very efficient staff from concierges to chambermaids. We were offered fruit juice and cereal in the morning. The location was perfect, just 5 min walk from Royal Mile.
Angela
2023-02-16
6/10
The location was great and brilliant: the Christmas market and a market were within walking distance. We loved the inside of the family room, it featured a luxurious decor.
Facilities were good, though Wi-Fi was slow.
Albert
2023-02-15
8/10
Clean place with knowledgeable and competent staff and particularly nice view over the hills. Marvellous and pleasant location in the centre of the City, contemporary style building. Complimentary drinks at main bar, exceptional service. The pool is very clean and relaxing too.
Tony
2023-01-29
7/10
The rooms are high standard with view of thr mountain.
Adam
2023-01-20
9/10
Spotlessly clean property with very modern design, and hot continental breakfast. Beautifully presented room, clean bathroom with a bath. Unbeatable location adjacent to Edinburgh castle and other attractions, the Royal Mile, Princes Street and the Playhouse Theatre and the bars nearby ie Street, only 5 minutes walk from Co-op Food. Also, in a central tourist area.
Robert
2022-12-20
7/10
Overall - well-maintained and perfect place with accommodating staff on reception desk. Best possible location close to station and pretty nice area.
Emily
2022-12-06
8/10
We had 4 lovely days here, would recommend the place. Everything seemed really good, clean. The breakfast looked splendid with lots of options. Its location was very central, next to a Thistle chapel. Found in the pretty nice area, the hotel offered reasonable prices.
Samantha
2022-12-01
8/10
Generally, the place was luxurious and had amiable and efficient staff on reception desk. Stunning and best possible location exactly where we wanted to be walk from the train station. It was near Shamoli, where you can have dinner. We had the superior room provided with super comfy bed.
Henry
2022-11-28
8/10
We had a comfortable stay and would recomand it to all. The breakfast was splendid and satisfactory with plenty of choice. The staff were efficient at all times, the rooms was stylish. The location was stunning and best possible, next to Edinburgh Old Town. The hotel was set in a pretty nice area.
Henry
2022-11-26
8/10
It was stylish, neat and with a fabulous comfortable bed.
Arthur
2022-11-26
5/10
Well, it was a very nice stay for one night in Edinburgh during this Covid period. The hotel had a marvellous and top location very close to a combined museum. There were several restaurants and pubs nearby. The breakfast food, especially cereal and fruit juices was fabulous.
Its breakfast could have been included.
Kate
2022-11-24
9/10
Plenty of food at the breakfast, including fruit, fruit juice and cereals. Marvellous and fab location on a scenic area in an extremely comfortable area.
Ann
2022-11-22
8/10
The unit we got was new-fashioned and well-designed with great beds, champagne and strawberries. Met affable and accommodating staff on shift.
Horace
2022-11-22
8/10
The premium room with a view to Royal Mile, heating, for instance. Shopping area, very central location not far from restaurants, the theatre, and the main shopping area and the Christmas markets. Again, walking distance to Edinburgh Old Town.
John
2022-11-21
8/10
Nicely furnished units on bath towel, liked it.
Charles
2022-11-13
9/10
The beds are large to sleep on.
Rose
2022-10-30
9/10
The hotel was perfect and luxurious, we would recomand it to all. Liked staff and location, everything was fairly clean and really good. Overall it was new-fashioned on bath towel.
Peter
2022-10-24
9/10
The superior room had all necessary amenities. The breakfast was splendid, I loved its variety. The staff were attentive and accommodating, provided very good services. The pool area was very clean and the location was marvellous and best possible, next to the old town Royal Mile, Royal Mile and bars.
Henry
2022-10-24
7/10
The location was unbeatable and incredible, walk from a train station, so it was really easy to travel around. We went to Shamoli, located quite a walk from the hotel, to have some dinner.
Nicholas
2022-09-30
6/10
After a long drive the superfriendly and amicable staff was waiting for us. The location was INCREDIBLE to princess street, quite a walk from The Real Mary King's Close.
The breakfast certainly should of been included.
Barry
2022-09-27
7/10
Light, stylish unit with s bottle, 2 single beds and a hill view.
Peter
2022-09-16
7/10
The superior room was airy and huge with a fabulous comfortable bed, so that guests had essentials. I thoroughly enjoyed its perfect and fab location just next door to pubs open all night and right into the morning when most people are expected to get up, restaurants and pubs, Royal Mile.
James
2022-09-16
9/10
I loved the superior room. And it had excellent views and very comfy bed. The location of the hotel was awesome - a 10-15 minute walk from landscaped gardens. Area around had plenty of choice for meals and drinks, pubs and restaurants. Besides, there was parking on site.
Les
2022-07-18
9/10
I liked location and staff as well as reasonable prices. The room with comfortable bed.
R.
2022-06-15
9/10
I loved staff and location in the hotel, they were excellent. The rooms were beautifully designed with great beds. The furniture was modern and the overall appearance was comfortable.
Abraham
2022-06-07
9/10
The restaurant was excellent for dinner, I tried excellent dishes. The hotel had a favourable location near a Thistle chapel. It was the best of Edinburgh hotels I visited before now.
Leslie
2022-06-03
9/10
Stuff and rooms where very good, had a fantastic stay in this hotel. I ate at a pleasant restaurant for dinner. The bed was extra exceptionally comfortable, and I enjoyed clean bathroom. Everything was simply great.
Terry
2022-05-31
5/10
It is a wonderful hotel and I loved its ideal rooms and welcoming personnel.
Unfortunately Wi-Fi was pretty slow.
Les
2022-05-27
8/10
Spotless hotel in a lovely building next to Castle, Edinburgh has to offer and the main points. Bright and well furnished room complete with comfy large bed and bath towel, for example😃
Sandra
2022-04-14
9/10
Overall had very enjoyable stay at Hotel. We got an airy room with comfy large bed.
William
2022-03-30
9/10
Polite and welcoming personnel on reception desk. Late check out.
Stewart
2022-03-04
8/10
We liked staff and rooms, felt like home. The restaurant here was nice for a bar, we both ordered quality dishes.
The bed was too soft, unfortunately.
David
2022-02-21
8/10
Nice comfy base for discovering Edinburgh with attentive staff on reception desk.
L.
2022-02-10
9/10
touristic location, above average breakfast, affable staff.
James
2022-01-06
9/10
We were there for 2 days, everything was very good, loved its prime location close to the Old Town and the Castle and Royal Mile.
Edwin
2021-12-03
9/10
Greatly enjoyed our stay, had wonderful 3 days overall. Relaxing room, spotlessly clean and pleasant place, extreemly friendly staff. The breakfasts here were splendid with flaky croissants. Restaurant in hotel was cozy and the pool area was clean.
Harry
2021-12-02
9/10
It made our trip to Edinburgh an enjoyable experience. Everything was very comfortable, the service was very good. The hotel was situated in the central location close to the shops.
Thomas
2021-12-01
9/10
I got good value at this hotel. Brilliant warm enough rooms, fabulous staff, fine breakfast. The property was in a very central location close to all the main attractions. Also, it was easy walk to The Real Mary King's Close. A lot of food options next to the venue. Hotel was clean and the service was good!
Michael
2021-11-26
8/10
The place was luxurious and characterful and the staff were kind, the location was fab in the center of the old town. Ideal units on bath towel. Plenty of options, excellent food.
Jamie
2021-11-16
9/10
Unbeatable location, reasonably large room and best staff. Neat and hospitable hotel in Old Town district. Plus, it was really close to the shops, Royal Mile, pubs. A wide range of food, which was nice to satisfy everyone Simple check-in was a nice touch and I liked great service.
Brad
2021-10-13
8/10
It was a very good experience in a sufficient hotel. I appreciated the property, it had good location and staff. I had a cozy bedroom.
John
2021-10-03
9/10
The accommodation provided essentials for our trip, we appreciated staff and location. Even though the view was absolutely fabulous, we had large bedroom. Amazing pool area too.
William
2021-09-30
9/10
Large, large room, great staff, good restaurant. The breakfast was extensive, I liked a wide array of food they served. Small gardens on the territory.
Ray
2021-09-20
7/10
Neat place accompanied by responsive staff. Breakfast was reasonably good, with plenty of food. The view from our standard room was absolutely gorgeous. Perfect service during our superb stay.
Cliff
2021-06-29
9/10
Exceptional location, comfortable modern room, competent staff, I appreciated it. Comprehensive breakfast with plenty of choice. They made my stay BRILLIANT. Had soft drinks in the pool bar.
Tom
2021-06-28
8/10
This hotel was stylish and breakfast was top class! Super comfy location to a national art gallery. I appreciated the soft bed and the premium king room. The pool was heated and I had bottled drinks in the cocktail bar.
Dean
2021-05-11
8/10
A pretty quiet place, we liked its extremely comfy location. We loved the tidy condition of the hotel and the staff was perfect to us.
Andrew
2021-05-04
9/10
Approachable staff and perfect location. Reasonably large suite and good bed. Spotless hotel, friendly service. Very lovely stay in a great modern venue.
Paul
2021-04-27
8/10
it was a pleasant enough stay, high class place. nice sized bathroom, comfy bed, light bedroom. coffee and dining area were provided. the property was set in a super area.
Richard
2021-01-24
9/10
Staff was willing to help, such incredibly helpful people. We had the continental breakfast and were satisfied. They offered wake up calls and ironing for free too. Moreover, childhood museum was just a walk down to the place...
Nothing all good!
Frank
2020-09-02
9/10
Decent base for exploring Edinburgh. Beds were comfortable, everything was wonderful. The great location of the hotel.
Michael
2020-08-16
9/10
Luxury hotel, great beds, very clean rooms. The location was magnificent, with The Royal Mile Tavern nearby, where we could eat.
Penelope
2020-04-26
9/10
Perfect place all in all. Wonderful base for a weekend in Edinburgh! Free WiFi was a welcome feature.
Wayne
2020-01-26
9/10
We visited the mitre bar, set only 100 m away. Staying within 10 minutes' walk from royal mile was a big advantage. We loved location and staff here.
