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Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

4.0 star property
Guests can start their day with a cup of coffee and views of Scotland's capital city before enjoying a hearty breakfast at this central Edinburgh hotel

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Located in central Edinburgh, the eco-friendly Leonardo Royal Hotel is close to St. Giles' Cathedral and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. Enjoy breakfast at Leo's restaurant, grab a coffee at the cafe, and stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is RM1,125
RM1,349 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun

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About this property

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

  • Upscale hotel near Royal Mile
  • Near Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street, Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Leo's, offers breakfast and dinner. In addition to a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and multilingual staff
    • A lift, smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
    • A TV in reception, luggage storage and a front desk safe
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, central location and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 190 rooms offer amenities, such as free WiFi, espresso makers and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cots/infant beds
    • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers and desks

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out fee: GBP 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 18 per person
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh ?

As of 21 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh on 31 May 2026 start from RM1,125, 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 time is check-in at Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 20.

Where is Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of City Art Centre and Royal Mile. Princes Street and University of Edinburgh are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) and Edinburgh Waverley Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 916 out of 1399 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 1399 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1399 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1399 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1399 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, super friendly staff and made our first stop in Edinburgh very memorable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean, staff was very friendly and helpful and breakfast was great with a very nice selection.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s located in the perfect spot just off the Royal Mile, short walk to Princess street, and very close to the train station (easy even with luggage).
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, perfect location walking distance from a train station and the Royal Mile and the castle. Very attentive staff and great breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were wonderfully friendly and helpful, rooms were great- nice, clean and comfortable. Location was ideal as well for getting around just a really nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very enjoyable stay.The hotel is in a great location,close to the city centre. The staff were very helpful and pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy check in & checkout, great location & modern rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kasinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location very close to both Waverly Station and the Royal Mile. Our room was very clean with a large bathroom and a lovely shower. The complimentary coffee & tea, cookies and waters were nice. This was the perfect place to stay for a two day stay in Edinburgh!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Probably the nicest breakfast I have ever had at a hotel, our rooms were clean and comfortable. The staff were nice. The in room coffee was great! The location was absolutely perfect. We walked all over the Royal Mile and up to the castle from our Hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff were helpful and location was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of outside construction made walking a bit more challenging. Convenient alternatives. Easily walk to most attractions and Waverly Station. Clean rooms and comfy beds. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jingle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes. The breakfast was really good and all the staff was nice and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very impressed of the friendliness and professionalism everyone showed and definitely are coming back. Perfect location to main attractions
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room friendly staff good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, Modern great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adriane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I can’t say enough great things about this hotel: the location is perfect, the property is very nice, the staff is very friendly, polite and attentive, the rooms are beautiful and breakfast is amazing! I will definitely stay here again and absolutely recommend this hotel! Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, location, and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean and comfortable room overlooking Waverley and Princess st. Great service and perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location a short walk from the main city attractions, brand new room which was spotless and well thought out. Comfy bed. Very good range of options for breakfast Looks ugly from the outside but don’t let that put you off as insight is superb Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, modern decor, great central location, fantastic breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can’t fault the hotel, the staff were welcoming helpful and courteous. The rooms were spotless and the bed was very comfortable. 5* breakfast serving an array of goods to suit every plate. Thank you for a wonderful stay we’ll definitely be booking again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nothing to complain about here , the room , location , breakfast and the staff was all very good . Would happily stay here again .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Se-yi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room, welcoming staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent cleanliness and staff really good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026