With a stay at ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile in Edinburgh (Old Town Edinburgh), you'll be steps from Royal Mile and 9 minutes by foot from Edinburgh Castle. .This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from University of Edinburgh and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Princes Street.
What's nearby
Royal Mile - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
St. Giles' Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Grassmarket - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
National Museum of Scotland - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Edinburgh Castle - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Getting around
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 4 min walk
St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 9 min walk
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 1 min walk
Bella Italia - 1 min walk
Albanach - 1 min walk
Bannerman's Bar - 2 min walk
The Piper's Rest - 2 min walk
About this property
ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile
Ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile offers 99 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 46-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.
Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Stay in one of 99 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile has a restaurant on site.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
24-hour offsite parking (GBP 14 per day); discounts available
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 13.50 for adults and GBP 7.25 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room crib
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Business center
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 path to elevator
More
1 building
6 floors
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Smoking not allowed
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free crib
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
46-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
More
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Fan
Heating
LED lighting
Soundproofed rooms
Water-efficient showers
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
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
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 13.50 for adults and GBP 7.25 for children
Nearby parking fee: GBP 14 per day(1640 ft away; open 24 hours)
Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
The photos in this description reflect the brand standard and are provided for illustrative purposes only
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Ibis Edinburgh Centre
ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile – Hunter Square Hotel
Ibis Royal Mile
Ibis Royal Mile Hotel
Ibis Royal Mile Hotel Edinburgh Centre
Royal Ibis
ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile – Hunter Square Edinburgh
Ibis Edinburgh Centre Hotel Edinburgh
Ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile Scotland
Ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile Hotel
ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile – Hunter Square Hotel Edinburgh
ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 508 out of 1004 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 320 out of 1004 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 1004 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1004 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1004 reviews
2 - Terrible
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Lesley
Nov 25, 2025
Staff were pleasant, check in was not, had to get the key programmed 3 times. Hotel is undergoing renovation so chaos.
Lesley
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Ronnie
Nov 22, 2025
Not really a good selection, eggs were cold bacon very salty. Cereals were a nightmare to get out of the silly tins with the scoops provided.
It was the perfect location for us — near everything we wanted to see at walking distance. The only downside was the construction happening which we know is necessary at times. There was also a day where there was no hot water so we couldn’t shower but it sounds like that was an unexpected issue — it would’ve been nice to have been notified of that issue that it sounds like they had known about it all day and we found out at night. Staff was nice, location was great, and the heater was nice to have in the chilly nights.
Clean room, great breakfast, wonderful staff. If you choose to skip room cleaning everyday you get a 5 pound voucher towards drinks in the lobby. Great location.
Richard
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Kari
Traveled with family
Nov 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms could use a little refresh. Having stayed at this hotel a couple of times inthe last 5 years the rooms are looking a little tired. Otherwise the hotel location cannot be beat. Perfect for sightseeing and late nights at the pub since there is three just outside!!
Kari
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kayleigh
Nov 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We went with our 2 dogs. The staff were so accommodating. Super friendly. And everything was clean and convenient. Would stay again.
The room was nice, clean, and quiet. The staff were helpful and friendly. The best part is the location, you walk out the door into zHunters Square and then onto the Royal Mile. A great experience
Lovely staff. Very helpful people. Room comfortable and clean. Close to the royal mile was convenient for trains, buses and visiting cultural institutions.
We decided while on holiday to stay overnight in Edinburgh. I was looking for a hotel close to the Royal Mile. This hotel was literally one block away (Starbucks is up on the corner for those who need a little taste of home. PLUS there is a cute coffee shop right next door). It was actually the closest hotel to where our tour for the Harry Potter and Edinburgh castle tour met up. The staff was amazing! We arrived just after midnight...which unfortunately made it impossible for us to get into the car park (though there was a number you could call...but I forgot to add +44 to the beginning). Luckily, we were able to park just down the street. The entry to the hotel was by key only, but you needed a key to get from the lobby to the rooms. It was a tiny hotel from the part we saw. Our room was just off the dining area. You have to use your key to keep the lights on (it took us a minute to figure that out). The mattress was firm with a thin topper on top. Pillows were too hard for my taste. I just need to remember to bring a travel pillow for comfort. We didn't get a chance to stay for breakfast, but there were several people eating and looking very happy and well rested. Overall, I would stay there again. It's very convenient and I felt safe.
We loved this hotel. The location was perfect, close to the Royal Mile, shopping, dining, and sight seeing. The staff was very friendly. We would recommend this hotel and woyld definitely return.
Amanda
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
2/10 Terrible
Christopher
Oct 15, 2025
Disliked: Room comfort
It should be made more clear that there is no air, and our room was completely free of phone service (in SOS mode) which feels not good.
Christopher
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
Brandy
Traveled with partner
Oct 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Service was good, it was a clean hotel in a great location. However, room and bathroom were extremely small. The biggest issue was the beds. The mattress was about 3inches thick and hard as a rock. If you are ok with a very poor nights sleep for a great location this would be a good option for you.
The breakfast was excellent. The location can't be beat in Edinburgh you can walk to all the sights, restaurants, shopping. However, the rooms were extremely small but livable. If you're planning on renting a car to see Scotland like we did, you might want to land. Take a taxi to the front door and walk or take buses or trim during your stay in Edinburgh. You can then take a taxi back out to the airport to the rental car area and leave from there to unbelievable sites. I recommend going up through the highlands as a starter. We are now on the Orkney Islands and there are tremendous things to see and experience.
Be aware that drive-in in Scotland is somewhat of a challenge not only being on the left side of the road and roundabouts everywhere. But the roads are very narrow so I recommend renting a smaller car! Good luck! You're going to need it!