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Reviews of W Edinburgh 5 stars

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

#75 of 170 hotels in Edinburgh

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 172 hotel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    7.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 23 May 2024

    10
    Absolutely amazing!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Wonderful King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing I can complain on❤️

    This hotels made our 20th year anniversary all the more special wonderful staff so welcoming it was amazingl

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2024

    9.0
    Great and worth the money
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Wonderful King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The toilet door was not closing completely.

    Everything, staff,facilities, location.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2024

    10
    Chic and central - what more could one ask?
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Wonderful King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic location and very chic decor. Great service.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    7.0
    aloof staff (not so much to corporate people!) souness service
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Fabulous King Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    bedroom poorly designed and balcony I had utterly pointless

    location and views

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    10
    The W Edinburgh was the best choice we could have made for our stay in Edinburgh. The hotel’s modern luxury balanced the
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Fabulous King Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing! Everything was perfect!

    Location was excellent! The hotel is beautiful, amenities fantastic, delicious food and staff were very courteous and professional all the way from check in to checkout! Our stay in Edinburgh was made more memorable thanks to the W Edinburgh! It was one of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed in!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Wonderful Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing particular

    Location. Staff

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    9.0
    Enjoyed the break and weather was good and no rain which was a bonus
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Wonderful King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I was looking forward to going to the sushi bar. The sushi bar when we went to was disappointing as wanted a snack of sushi and the only sushi on offer was a roll, and it was too large, and all the same. Not much choice for sushi.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    10
    Fabulous stay with amazing service
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Wonderful King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was a little warm and I’d have liked a thinner pillow, but overall it was a very comfortable stay

    Well thought out design in the rooms with great amenities and level of service - will definitely be returning

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    9.0
    Excellent hotel .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Fabulous King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Great breakfast , excellent views, very nice staff, bedrooms lovely , enough room but not massive. Excellent location for parking , shopping and nights out and no noise

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    8.0
    Hotel guests should take priority to use hotel facilities like having a drink in the bar
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Wonderful King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not being able to have a drink in the hotel bar as guests of the hotel as it’s booked for people who aren’t staying in the hotel

    Great location, very comfortable bed

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    9.0
    Enjoyed it all
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Wonderful King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The toilets in the rooms could give a bit mor privicy

    The views, the staff made an effort, the location was great

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    10
    One of the best so far
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Wonderful King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing hospitality. Everyone friendly and helpful the room was flawless. Location 10/10 anything you want in proximity of 15 minutes walk

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    7.0
    It was nice, a little overpriced but when issues fixed it would be worthwhile.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Fabulous King Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was dust on bits around the room, also wall paint on the skirting boards. Room service sent up the wrong wine which took 40 mins to change so ended up sending back. W lounge fully booked every night, no designated time/space for W guests. I was informed the deposit they took was £100, it was actually £100 per night. Room service was expensive - a can of cola was £6!

    The property was of lovely decor, most staff were welcoming, friendly and helpful, greeting us as we approached the exterior of the property. The food was tasty! The rooms were lovely and had everything you could ever need in them.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    10
    A memorable stay at this new central Edinburgh hotel. Fresh & vibrant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Wonderful Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    The mirror in the bathroom has a magnified addition. Sadly, one would need to be at least 6ft tall to see in it!

    I liked the central location of the hotel. The beautiful bedroom with its amenities'. I loved the lounge on floor 11 & the panoramic views from the rooftop terrace

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    10
    Great experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Fabulous King Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing facilities right in the heart of St James. The staff have thought of everything. Room was amazing and comfortable

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    10
    BRUTAL Experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Wonderful Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect location and all details

    Amazing hotel with a unique team

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    10
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Wonderful King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/a

    Excellent new hotel in a great location staff were 5 star

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    10
    Quality service.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Fabulous King Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff, were extremely helpful, efficient and attentive!’

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    10
    Great stay, welcoming friendly staff, they go that extra mile!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Fabulous King Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The coffee in room, get Nespresso!

    Welcoming staff, quality of room, bars and resteraunt and location and views are exceptional.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    8.0
    Lovely stay, area is beautiful. I think on the better weather the views and experience will be much better.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Wonderful King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hotel room was rather small. Had to wait until 3.20pm to check in as room wasn’t ready. No food at the bar.

    Lovely views 😊

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Wonderful King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The location is perfect. The staff is polite and helpful. The rooms are decorated to a high standard. The breakfast was amazing, truly the W hotel standard.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    10
    Amazing location staff found and drink what more could you ask for?
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Wonderful King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing about hotel that I didn’t like.

    Initially it seemed expensive but once we had ordered we realised it was infact very good value for money

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Wonderful King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was to a high standard staff were very helpful and a great location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    10
    If you want vip treatment, this is your place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Fabulous King Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didn't like the price of booking the spa. The spa is absolutely gorgeous. Private bookings are essential. I thought since we were already paying high prices for the hotel and restaurant, the spa was a bit pricey for 60 minutes. I thought the spa could add a plunge pool or something similar. That is the only thing missing with the beautiful spa. You have everything else, just not an area to do cold therapy.

    I loved how they made you feel welcomed and important the moment you walk through the doors for check-in. Loved the decor. it's very open and modern with a twist. The refreshment offer on arrival is lovely. The rooms are beautiful, exceptionally clean, and spacious. The bed is absolutely life. It's like a cloud. The complementary cocktails in our room and truffles were delightful. SAMBASUSHI is my favourite restaurant in Edinburgh. The ambience, the food, and staff are top of their game. Cocktails were lovely. Everything was amazing. You can't fault the W. It's very hard to say bad things about The W. I love staying with them! I have already booked my next stay!

    Stayed in March 2024

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