Ibis Styles Edinburgh St Andrew Square, Edinburgh

Ibis Styles Edinburgh St Andrew Square - A contemporary EDI hotel in New Town with city views and Scottish-inspired design

Located in the heart of New Town's St Andrew Square, this 3-star property features rooms equipped with the signature 'Sweet Bed' by Ibis Styles, 32-inch flat-screen TVs, and en-suite bathrooms with granite basins. The star rooms on the upper floors offer balconies with panoramic views spanning from the Firth of Forth to Arthur's Seat and the Old Town skyline. The hotel's design incorporates playful Scottish elements, including slang vocabulary etched on closet doors and tartan mini-sporran TV remote holders. A continental breakfast buffet serves sliced meats, cheese, mini-pastries, muesli, and granola with nuts and dried fruits. The on-site brasserie operates from 18:00 to 22:00, while the lobby maintains complimentary coffee service and features an iPad jukebox. Ibis Styles Edinburgh St Andrew Square stands 0.5 miles from Edinburgh Old Town, 0.5 miles from the National Museum of Scotland, and 1.5 miles from Arthur's Seat hiking trails. The Scottish National Gallery is 6 minutes away on foot, with Calton Hill accessible within a 0.5 miles walk.

Pros

Surrounded by upscale boutiques and top-rated restaurants in New Town's historic district

Complimentary continental breakfast includes hot selections and a juice machine

Modern design blends Scottish culture with pop art influences

ALLSAFE cleanliness certification verified by Clifton

Cons

1.5 miles distance to Arthur's Seat hiking trails

Table clearing service in restaurant can be slow