Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh in Edinburgh
✅ Quiet rooms with views of Edinburgh Castle and Usher Hall, despite central location ✅ Excellent cleanliness and upkeep throughout the hotel ✅ High quality food and dining experience in both restaurant and bar ✅ Outstanding spa and wellness facilities including rooftop thermal pool ✅ Friendly and attentive staff praised by multiple guests ✅ Convenient free parking and well-equipped fitness centre ✅ Spacious suites with amenities like walk-in closets and twice-daily housekeeping ❌ Some guests found the hotel slightly dated, especially the lobby location in the basement ❌ Breakfast is a la carte rather than buffet, which disappointed some guests ❌ Access to the One Spa requires booking a spa room or paying extra ❌ Gym size noted as smaller than expected for a five-star hotel ❌ One nearby restaurant, Subway, received mixed reviews for service and food quality
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Description
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh is a five-star hotel constructed in 1980 and renovated in 2002, offering a mix of classic and modern amenities. The hotel features a variety of room types including Deluxe Double rooms, Club Castle View rooms, and spacious suites with up to two bedrooms. Guests can enjoy air conditioning, a fitness centre, spa and wellness facilities including a sauna and massage services, as well as a large rooftop thermal pool. Dining options include a restaurant with buffet service and a bar that also serves food. The hotel provides 24-hour front desk service, free parking, and WiFi throughout. Many rooms offer views of Edinburgh Castle and Usher Hall, praised by guests for quietness and comfort. Families are welcome with interconnecting family rooms available, and service animals are accepted, though pets are not allowed. With a high rating of 8.8/10 and excellent cleanliness and amenities scores, the hotel combines convenience with luxury in Edinburgh.
Location
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa is located at 1 Festival Square, within walking distance of Edinburgh’s main attractions. The hotel is situated just steps away from the foot of Edinburgh Castle and close to the Usher Hall. It is approximately 10 km from Edinburgh Airport (EDI), making transfers manageable. The East Sands of Leith beach is 4.79 km away, suitable for a day trip. Nearby, you can find the Subway restaurant 300 meters away. The hotel’s central position also places guests near Princes Street and the Old Town, ideal for exploring on foot or by public transport.
Tips
- When booking, consider requesting a room with a castle view for a memorable experience.
- If you plan to use the spa facilities, check if your room type includes access or if you need to pay extra.
- For breakfast, note that it is a la carte and not buffet style, so plan accordingly if you prefer a buffet.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, cribs can be added. Extra bed policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy. Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
- Breakfast: Western Buffet [Mon - Sun] 07:00-10:30 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Service animals: Service animals are allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: JSB, DinersClub, AmericanExpress, Visa, MasterCard, UnionPay
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- Shopping on site
- Computer
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Currency exchange
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Security guard
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Gift shop
- Express check-in/check-out
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- Fire Extinguisher
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Indoor Fireplace
- Cable TV
- Minibar
- Hairdryer
- Shower/Bathtub
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Wardrobe/Closet
- Bathrobe
- Slippers
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Wheelchair access to restaurant
- Iron and board
- Ironing
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Dry-cleaning
- Shoe shine
- Luggage storage
- Telephone
- Iron
- Bar
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Breakfast
- Buffet breakfast
- Breakfast in the room
- Cafe
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Kitchen
- Packed Lunches
- Bottled water
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet
- Car rental
- Spanish
- German
- English
- Italian
- French
- Multi-language staff
- Polish
- Tour assistance
- Barbecue grill(s)
- Parking
- Parking nearby
- Swimming pool
- Spa tub
- Indoor Pool
- Outdoor pool
- Pool facilities
- Business center
- Event facilities
- Fax and copy machine
- Meeting and presentation facilities
- Conference Hall
- Golf course
- Fitness facilities
- Gym
- Massage
- Steam room
- Sauna
- Spa
- First Aid Kit
- Kids club
- Pets Not Allowed
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 4790 m. It takes 72 minutes To the beach!
Street view
Video: REVIEW: Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa in Edinburgh with Club Lounge
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Reviews
Room offered a view of the castle and Usher Hall, not at all bothered by noise.
Customer service was excellent, cleanliness of rooms and throughout exceptional and ambiance and decor throughout was outstanding. Food and dining set to high standards and excellent.
Access to One Spa very convenient and pleasant throughout.
Highly recommend.
POIs near hotel
Cafe and Restaurants near hotel
No seating though - takeaway only
Frequently asked questions about Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh
Are pets allowed at Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh?
Pets are not allowed at the hotel, but service animals are permitted.
Does the hotel offer views of Edinburgh Castle?
Yes, several room types including Deluxe Castle View and Castle View Suites offer views of Edinburgh Castle.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is served as a Western Buffet from 07:00 to 10:30 but additional fees apply and are paid at the property.
What spa facilities are available at the hotel?
The hotel has a spa and wellness centre including a sauna, massage services, and a rooftop thermal pool. Access to the One Spa requires booking a spa room or paying extra.
How accessible is the hotel from Edinburgh Airport?
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is approximately 10 km from the hotel.





















































































































