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About the Hotel

79 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH3 9HZ

Leonardo Edinburgh City, a 3-star hotel, offers 52 stylish rooms and modern amenities, making it suitable for both leisure and business travelers. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi and on-site dining options, including the Simpsons Bar. The hotel is set in a historic townhouse dating back to 1879.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Leonardo Edinburgh City include flat-screen TVs, large work desks, and en-suite bathrooms. Options range from standard double to twin rooms, with accessible rooms for guests with special needs. A separate seating area is available in some accommodations.

Dining & Drinks

Guests start their day with a hearty breakfast buffet featuring hot and cold dishes. The Simpsons Bar serves beer, wine, and whisky, along with a menu emphasizing fresh, local ingredients, making it a relaxing spot after exploring the city.

Services & Local Area

The hotel provides a 24-hour reception to assist with transport arrangements and local recommendations. It is conveniently located just a 17-minute walk from Waverley Rail Station, with Edinburgh bus services available nearby.

Attractions & Accessibility

Edinburgh Castle, Princes Street, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse are within walking distance of the hotel. Notable attractions including the Scottish National Gallery and Arthur's Seat hike are also easily accessible, enhancing the cultural experience.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior King Sofa

Max:

3 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Standard Twin

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

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2 Single beds

Shower

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Standard Double

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

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1 Double bed

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Edinburgh 1.1 km

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 12.2 km

Dundee (DND) 95.7 km

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 1.2 km

Bus

Bus stop300 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Laundry
Dry cleaning
Shops/Commercial services

Dining

In-room breakfast
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Room features

Heating
Mini-bar
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

79 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH3 9HZ

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79 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH3 9HZ

City landmarks

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

990 m

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

950 m

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

2.4 km

Landmark

Royal Mile

940 m

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

1.2 km

Landmark

The Real Mary King's Close

1.2 km

Park

Princes Street Gardens

960 m

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

830 m

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

2.4 km

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

1.3 km

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

1.4 km

Monument

Scott Monument

1.6 km

Museum

The Writers' Museum

1.1 km

Museum

Gladstone's Land

1.0 km

Event hall

Edinburgh International Conference Centre

660 m

Landmark

Calton Hill

2.1 km

Landmark

Surgeons' Hall Museums

1.1 km

Botanical Garden

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

2.4 km

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One

2.0 km

Museum

Museum of Childhood

1.5 km

Landmark

Princes Street

1.4 km

Landmark

The Scotch Whisky Experience

850 m

Museum

The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland

1.2 km

Cemetery

The Robertson Mausoleum

800 m

Landmark

Brass Rubbing Centre

1.3 km

Church

Mercat Cross

1.0 km

Museum

John Knox House

1.6 km

Landmark

Armstrong's Vintage

750 m

Landmark

Nelson Monument

2.2 km

Nearby

Square

Grassmarket

580 m

Restaurants

Mania

30 m

93 Lauriston Place

Games Hub Edinburgh

60 m

101 Lauriston Place

Falafel and More

70 m

59 Lauriston Place

The Peanut Gallery Cafe

260 m

24 Brougham Street

Cafe Truva

270 m

46-52 Lady Lawson Street

The Forest Cafe

180 m

141 Lauriston Place

The Cafe

170 m

74 Lauriston Place Edinburgh College of Art

Seven

220 m

7 Home Street Tollcross

The Yellow Deli

280 m

33 Brougham Street

Tasty Buns Bakery

280 m

67 Bread Street

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