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Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel with restaurant, near Princes Street

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Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Business centre
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Overview of Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel

7.6

Good

Property highlights

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
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53 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2DG
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Bathtub or shower

Room options

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Privilege, Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Privilege, Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Room, 2 Single Beds

Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 Twin Bed

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, View (Castle View)

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, View (Castle View)

  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About this area

What's nearby

  • In Edinburgh City Centre
  • Princes Street - 1 min walk
  • George Street - 2 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 10 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 10 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 13 min walk
  • Murrayfield Stadium - 40 min walk
  • Princes Street Gardens - 2 min drive
  • National Museum of Scotland - 2 min drive
  • St. Giles' Cathedral - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 30 min drive
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 21 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 22 min walk

Restaurants

  • The Booking Office - 3 min walk
  • Dishoom Edinburgh - 3 min walk
  • The Dome - 3 min walk
  • Costa Coffee - 3 min walk
  • Hard Rock Cafe - 4 min walk
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About this property

Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel

Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Princes Street and Royal Mile. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Scott`s on Princes Street, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and offers garden views. Also, Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Zoo are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the breakfast. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Princes Street Tram Stop is 3 minutes and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 4 minutes.

Languages

English, German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Follows standard cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)

Social distancing

Contactless check-in and check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Hand sanitizer provided
Individually-wrapped food options available for breakfast
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 169 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 3:00 PM - anytime
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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

  • Offsite parking nearby (GBP 14.30 per day; discounts available)

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Scott`s on Princes Street - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Scott`s Bar - This bar serves lunch and light fare. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 17.95 per person

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 14.30 per day (1969 ft away)

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; guests are provided with hand sanitizer.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Mercure Edinburgh City Princes Street
Mercure Edinburgh City Princes Street Hotel
Mercure Princes
Mercure Princes Hotel
Mercure Princes Street Hotel
Mercure Princes Street
Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel Scotland
Mercure Edinburgh City Princes
Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel Hotel
Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel Edinburgh
Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel 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.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, social distancing measures are in place, and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Are pets allowed at Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel?
No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel?
You can check in from 3:00 PM - anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Princes Street (1-min walk) and George Street (2-min walk), along with Royal Mile (8-min walk) and Grassmarket (9-min walk).
Are there restaurants at or near Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel?
Yes, Scott`s on Princes Street offers garden views.
What's the area around Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel like?
Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel is in Edinburgh City Centre, a short 3-minute walk from Princes Street Tram Stop and 10 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Castle.

Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

In need of refurbishment but that is planned I believe.
Susan, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

ian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Donna, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Decent hotel in great location
Location within sight of the Royal Mile is great. Service is very good. Plumbing is old and makes quite a bit of noise. Cleanliness is so-so. Breakfast area has a great view of the castle.
1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

An escape to Edinburgh
Very clean and reasonably comfortable - bedroom would benefit from additional natural ventilation at night when balcony door had to remain closed and locked - because same balcony was shared by 4/5 other rooms- the fact that reception was being re/modelled was a temporary inconvenience but still lessened the hotel experience
3-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Not worth a penny
The hotel is run down and it's an absolute scam what they charge you just because it's in Edinburgh. The bathroom was completely not fit for purpose, the beds were clearly old and the view was not very appealing. The staff were lovely though and I think it's the staff that gives this hotel any credibility. The Mercure should be absolutely ashamed of allowing this hotel to fall in to complete disrepair.
2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lynne, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Waste of money
Horrible condition.Very rundown. Keycard stopped working 2x. No ramp in front of hotel made it hard for luggage. Called ahead to made sure it had reliable Wi-Fi. They said it did but the connection dropped every 2 minutes which made working remotely impossible. Staff was pleasant and the location was good but would not stay here again.
Dana, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

heartbreaking and frustrating
well it was a bad surprise. fancy photographs, enchanting words but reality was so shocking that the room was extremely small and tight. the bad was small in itself but there was a narrow passage btwn it and the wall. We could not even open our bags because there was absolutely no room at all. Yet the service was ok. the lobby was at a difficult point and unfortunately reception people were definitely unfriendly. It was a pity over all for a well-deserve brand.
Hasan bulent, 2-night trip
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