THE Scottish capital is the perfect spot for a weekend break – and we’ve found an affordable but central hotel.
Here’s everything you need to know about staying at Novotel Edinburgh.
Where is the Novotel Edinburgh hotel ?
A beautifully-appointed city hotel, the Novotel Edinburgh Centre is extremely well-located, about a ten-minute stroll from the mighty castle and around 20-minutes from Waverley station (although it’s a very hilly walk).
What is the hotel like?
The property is made to feel like a home from home, with plenty of little nooks in the foyer to tuck yourself away in.
Hotel staff are attentive and everything is easy to find.
What are the rooms like?
Guests are well looked after here.
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We were greeted by refreshing fruit kebabs in our room, as well as cold water in the mini fridge, and a tea/coffee station.
There was ample room around our twin beds which meant we weren’t tripping over our luggage.
A shower in a separate room from the toilet made getting ready in the morning easy.
Classic family rooms cost from £168, sleeping up to two adults and two children.
Pets are allowed at an additional charge of £10 per day. See all.accor.com.
What is there to eat and drink?
The on site restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner each day.
The buffet breakfast will keep any adventurer well fuelled with everything from a full Scottish fry up, continental options and a waffle station to cereal, fresh fruit and pastries — there are options for those who are lactose intolerance, too.
There’s ample choice for dinner, too.
I chose a light meal option, the Superfood Salad Bowl (£16) which was packed with paprika roasted chickpea, quinoa, asparagus, beetroot, avocado and feta while my pal opted for a heartier meal of grilled lamb chops (£25).
What else is there to do at the hotel?
Guests have use of a pool, sauna, steam room and gym on site.
Whisky fans will have their pick of tours.
Although choose carefully; a well-established distillery is a better investment if you are fussy about your tipples, although these tend to be a little more costly.
But if you only want to learn briefly about the distilling process and get a few drinks in you, the cheaper options should have you covered.
Otherwise the city’s stunning architecture, modern shops and restaurants are all within easy walking distance
If is family friendly?
Kids aged under 15 stay for free at the hotel, and get free breakfast with every paying adult.
Is it accessible?
The hotel has nine accessible rooms and there is a ramp to the entrance of the hotel, along with handicap parking.