10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2025
Great place to stay
Deena
Deena, 2-night trip
Leonardo Edinburgh City
3.0 star property
Victorian hotel with bar/lounge, near Princes Street Gardens
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In the heart of Edinburgh, Leonardo Edinburgh City offers a warm welcome with dry cleaning/laundry services and a cozy bar. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, grab a coffee or tea in the lobby, and enjoy the helpful staff that previous guests rave about.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
- Bar
- 24/7 front desk
- Laundry facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking
Main amenities (9)
Main amenities (9)
- Breakfast available
- Bar/lounge
- 24-hour front desk
- Coffee/tea in a common area
- Front-desk safe
- Laundry service
- Self-serve laundry
- Luggage storage
- TV in a common area
Feel at home (6)
Feel at home (6)
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Private bathroom
- Television
- Laundry facilities
- Coffee/tea maker
- Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is AED 432
AED 432
AED 518 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
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Standard Double
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
55 reviews
(55 reviews)
Highlights
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
- 15 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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Superior King with Sofa
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
15 reviews
(15 reviews)
Highlights
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
- 15 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
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Standard Twin Room
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
20 reviews
(20 reviews)
Highlights
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
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Executive King
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
12 reviews
(12 reviews)
Highlights
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood
79 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 9HZ
What's nearby
- Princes Street Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Edinburgh Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Royal Mile - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
- Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 24 min drive
- Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 15 min walk
- Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 20 min walk
- Edinburgh Waverley Station - 21 min walk
- Haymarket Tram Station - 16 min walk
- Princes Street Tram Stop - 17 min walk
- St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 22 min walk
Restaurants
- Cloisters - 4 min walk
- Beatnik - 3 min walk
- The Blue Blazer - 5 min walk
- Lovecrumbs - 3 min walk
- La Viola Cafe Bistro - 2 min walk
About this property
Leonardo Edinburgh City
When you stay at Leonardo Edinburgh City, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Grassmarket and University of Edinburgh. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and buffet breakfast is available daily. This Victorian hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and comfortable guestrooms.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 52 rooms
- Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM
- Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
- No onsite parking
Other information
- Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
- Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
- Bar/lounge
- Coffee/tea in a common area
Services
- 24-hour front desk
- Dry cleaning/laundry services
- Luggage storage
Facilities
- 1 building/tower
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Television in common areas
- Victorian architecture
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator
- Elevator door width (inches): 39
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
- Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
- Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
- 32-inch LED TV
- Cable TV channels
Home comfort
- Heating (climate-controlled)
- Portable fan
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
- Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free crib/infant bed
- Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
- Private bathroom
- Shower/tub combination
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Towels
Stay connected
- Desk
- Free WiFi
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
- Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 16 per person
Policies
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Barclaycard
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Leonardo Edinburgh City offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Leonardo Edinburgh City does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Leonardo Edinburgh City?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Leonardo Edinburgh City?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Leonardo Edinburgh City.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Leonardo Edinburgh City?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Leonardo Edinburgh City and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Princes Street Gardens (7-min walk) and Edinburgh International Conference Centre (8-min walk), along with Edinburgh Castle (13-min walk) and St. Giles' Cathedral (14-min walk).
What's the area around Leonardo Edinburgh City like?
Leonardo Edinburgh City is in Edinburgh City Centre, a short 13-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle and 7 minutes' walk from Grassmarket. The local area is considered walkable as well as being good for sightseeing.
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Leonardo Edinburgh City Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Room
Location
Breakfast
Bed
Bathroom
Castle
Building
Bar
Attraction
What guests liked
- Breakfast was consistently excellent with a wide variety of food options and attentive service. (53 reviews)
- The property's restaurant offered a nice breakfast and the staff were attentive and helpful. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2025
Nice room
Very friendly staff
Arthur
Arthur, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2025
Clean, cozy and nice staff! It was really close to restaurants, attraction, old town and everything!
Véronique
Véronique, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Really happy with the hotel. Staff was great, awesome location, very easy to get around.
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2025
Great property
Steven
Steven, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2025
great location. A bit noisy. No A/C. All in all, a good bargain!
seth
seth, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 8, 2025
Basic hotel in good location
Functional hotel. Amazing historic building but building really needs an update. Room was hot and stuffy, window did open but onto a main road. Huge wardrobe in a tiny room made room difficult to use. Shower over bath was ancient. Towels were old and thin/hard.
Anne
Anne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
Great location to walk around Edinburgh. Only regret, didn’t stay long enough! Very welcoming and accommodating to our stay.
Derek
Derek, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2023
Lovely place to stay👍
Vicki
Vicki, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 18, 2024
Was convenient location
Rooms were nice
BRYCE
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2025
Hotel Leonardo Edinburgh City 5-Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The entire staff was amazing and went above and beyond to accommodate us, and answer all questions. One desk agent gave us a 220v European adapter so we could use our 115v chargers. The manager gave us a history lesson about the hotel, Sir Sean Connery was born in this hotel back in the 1920’s when the building was an actual birthing hospital for women, which was so awesome! He also had me follow him all the way out to the street and he showed me exactly where to go park our car and walk back. The continental breakfast is the absolute best breakfast we have ever had, in all of our worldly travels. The layout for the oatmeal was unbelievable; all containers were full of FRESH condiments for the oatmeal; cranberries, oranges, coconut, almonds, raisins, brown sugar, walnuts, and more. Unbelievably good!!
Jon
Jon, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 1, 2024
Property was a little far from all of the tourist attractions and restaurants but was very nice, quiet and safe.
Kellie
Kellie, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 27, 2025
Ok. But price was way too high for that
Nadine
Nadine, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2023
Awesome stay!
Super nice people at reception, really cool building, amazingly…like the cleanest room I’ve ever stayed in, and awesome location near the castle. Would stay here again!
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 1, 2025
it is a little bitter far to bus station.
jane
jane, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2024
Great placement
So cozy and close to everything we wanted to do
Verified traveler
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 1, 2025
It was so comfortable, clean and safe. Customers was so kind and helpful for me. I want to stay again. Thank u for everything
Oyku
Oyku, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2024
A beautiful old building that has been excellently modernised with tasteful design and decor. A comfortable room, friendly.staff and excellent breakfast.
William
William, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 10, 2024
Very pleasant stay and location. Only downside, pillows were not the best you could have...
malik
malik, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2023
Perfect location to explore Edinburgh. The hotel Staff was extremely helpful and polite.
Belinda
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2024
The staff were incredibly helpful especially William Prentice.
Tracy
Tracy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2023
The experience was wonderful from the staff working the reception desk to our room made the experience of Edinburgh magical.
Misty
Misty, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2023
Excellent I recommend it to everyone, location walking distance from attractions . Everybody you need to have a good time in Edinburgh if you up to walking a little ( not much ).
Joseph
Joseph, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2024
Close to the city.
david
david, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2024
Excellent
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip