ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge – Royal Mile

Hotels
ibis
8.2 (10642 reviews)
77 South Bridge , Edinburgh , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Terrace
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
High prices
Cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.91
Several reviews mentioned issues with room cleanliness and maintenance.
Service
9.08
Staff were frequently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.22
Many reviews praised the hotel's excellent location near tourist attractions.
Room Quality
7.37
Concerns about cold rooms and poor bathroom design were noted.
Amenities
8.4
Basic amenities available but with some complaints regarding electrical accessibility.
Value for Money
6.86
High pricing for what was provided was a common complaint.
Food and Beverage
7.91
Mixed feedback on breakfast, with suggestions for improvement on value and choice.
Overall Experience
8.88
Overall a satisfying stay, with positive elements outweighing negatives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 09:22

Property Description

Centrally Located Accommodation in Old Town
Located just a 5-minute walk from Waverley Train Station, ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge – Royal Mile offers the perfect base in the heart of Old Town.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Furnished with Ibis Sweet Beds, each room features air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, desk, and tea/coffee facilities. The en-suite bathrooms are equipped with a shower and complimentary toiletries for your convenience.

Dining and Attractions at Your Doorstep
Indulge in international cuisine at the on-site restaurant or unwind with snacks at the bar. Explore nearby attractions such as Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Park, and the Museum of Edinburgh, all within walking distance.

Ready to experience the best of Edinburgh? Book your stay at ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge – Royal Mile now!

Important information:

Guest that have booked a pre-paid booking will need to present the card they have paid with online when arriving to the hotel.

Minors under 18 must be accompanied by parents or legal representatives. Third person named by parents must present their written authorization (certified signature).

Please note that the credit card used to book must be presented on arrival.

The City of Edinburgh Council introduced a Visitor Levy that applies to stays from 24 July 2026 onwards. From 1 October 2025, we'll automatically attribute 5% of your nightly accommodations rate, capped at five consecutive nights, to the Visitor Levy.

The parking have a price of £24.00.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: EDI

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 10642 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.91
Service: 9.08
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 7.37
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 6.86
Food and Beverage: 7.91
Overall Experience: 8.88
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Janet couple au
8
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Susan couple ca
7
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Manoj solo_traveller in
10
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Ralf Philipsen solo_traveller nl
7
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Laura extended_group fr
9
Génial.
Pros:

L’emplacement de l’hôtel, la disponibilité du personnel, la chambre est spacieuse et propre.

Cons:

Il manque un espace fumeur aménagé.

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Martina solo_traveller ie
8
Pros:

Location excellent
Staff friendly and helpful 👌
Food excellent
Rooms comfortable 😌 ✨️

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Beatriz solo_traveller es
7
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Jane solo_traveller dk
8
Super beliggenhed og hjælpsomt personale i receptionen og i restauranten
Pros:

Placeringen

Cons:

At der anvises et værelse, hvor toilettet ikke virker.
Det burde være opdaget af rengøringen.

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Ora And Russell couple us
6
It was pleasant, but comparing to other places we stayed, value was not as good.
Pros:

Breakfast good, location great, room average for the costs.. we got a better value in Glasgow with a much more outstanding facilities. The comparison was very noticeable !

Cons:

location and friendly staff

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Edith solo_traveller fr
9
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Pierre couple fr
8
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Kanak Kanti solo_traveller gb
7
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Fowler solo_traveller gb
4
Pros:

location.

Cons:

price for basic room

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Lilith couple tw
9
地理位置絕佳,附近有很多餐廳,也有超市,因為很近,去了兩次蘇格蘭國家博物館
Pros:

房間大,乾淨,床很舒服。
櫃台有飲用水機可以裝水。

Cons:

因為自己太晚訂房,所以有點超出預算

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Lilith couple tw
9
2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Robert couple nz
9
Pros:

Good location close to lots of interesting spots. Good communal areas.

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Marja-Leena solo_traveller us
8
Good night's sleep
Pros:

Twin beds were very comfortable.

Cons:

No outlets near beds meant rearranging the room for CPAP machine user.
Bathroom seems to be falling apart.

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Jorge extended_group ar
9
2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Anitha solo_traveller se
7
2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Jens-Arne solo_traveller de
9
2026-06-18 via Nuitee