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Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel

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

7.6/10 Good

1,029 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking
  • Bathtub
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
The price is $86
Price available on 2/19/2023
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53 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2DG

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About this area

What's nearby

  • In New Town
  • Royal Mile - 7 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 10 min walk
  • Princes Street - 1 min drive
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 5 min drive
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min drive
  • George Street - 8 min drive
  • Edinburgh Zoo - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 34 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 Ivy on the Square - 2 min walk
  • Amarone Pizzeria - 3 min walk
  • Dishoom - 3 min walk
  • Tiles Bar - 3 min walk
  • Hawksmoor - 4 min walk
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About this property

Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel

Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel puts you 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Royal Mile and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Edinburgh Castle. 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. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and location. 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, 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)

Languages

  • English
  • German
  • Hungarian
  • Japanese
  • Spanish

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

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 offsite and costs GBP 14.30 per day (0.4 mi 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

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

Also known as

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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.
How much does it cost to stay at Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel?
As of Feb 9, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel on Feb 19, 2023 start from $86, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
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 (3-min walk), along with Royal Mile (7-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. Nearby restaurants include Tiles Bar (3-min walk), Hawksmoor (4-min walk), and The Black Rose Tavern (4-min walk).
What's the area around Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel like?
Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel is in New Town, a short 3-minute walk from Princes Street Tram Stop and 10 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Castle. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.

Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.1/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Very Inconvenient for driving; shabby rooms
Real problem is parking and access tot eh hotel. There is no way to drive up and check in or drop off luggage. GPS tries to take you to a pedestrianized street behind the hotel, which has no entrance anyway. Following GPS takes you through a maze of Tram/Taxi only lanes in which you will get a CC'TV ticket for driving through. Off site parking is about 10 min walk away, but is not identified by name on the hotel description. Would be better to list that location so customers can go park and walk tot eh hotel to check in without risking a ticket. Room was not what is pictured, though I was told by a friend that those rooms do exist. Room was 1970's shabby, but clean. Hard bed, grungy bathroom. As a gold member it says we may get free upgrades if rooms are unsold, however instead I got an email from the hotel telling me there were unsold rooms and offering an upgrade at a fee. Given the broad range of hotels of better quality and easier access in Edinburgh, I would not choose this hotel again. Friends travelling with us who recommended this hotel, based on a good past experience and better room, had a similar bad experience this time.
Louis, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Ideal location but more a 3 star hotel for young p
Shabby room, sofa was dirty and frayed and the cold tap on the bath was rusted and didn't work. Room next door had an ok bath as we heard them having a bath 11pm. We could hear what the neighbours were doing and kept awake all hours with the doors slamming throughout the night with the groups of young people around us. Not up to the Accor statand at all. Very disappointed.
Frank, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hannah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Vinesh, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Excellent!
From check-in to check-out, service was great. I had to change rooms late after a huge leak from the upstairs bathroom, but this was dealt with swiftly. Nothing was too much trouble. The rooms were comfortable, well designed and spacious.
Glenn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location
Perfect location for tourism. If driving get the address prior to checking in. Its not close but trying to park is a nightmare. Check in was easy. Room was nice. Facilities good. Staff excellent.
Gary, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Good views and comfy beds
We had twin room overlooking Princess Street Gardens. The beds were comfortable and the room was clean anf tidy. We had a large tv. The bathroom was clean and nice to have a bath tub with an overhead shower. We had plenty of hot water It was cold weather so great to have adjustable heating in room
Keith, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Tom, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Hotel was right on the main street and a great base to explore the city. Room was a little dated but clean and comfortable. Staff were very helpful and couldnt do more for you. Breakfast was lovely with loads to choose from. Great stay and would stay again if in Edinburgh.
Emma, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The service was excellent. The rooms were nice and clean. The breakfast was delicious.
Durr-e-Maknoon, 4-night family trip
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