Hotel du Vin, Edinburgh
Expert reviews
“This boutique hotel in the city center is just a few minutes’ walk from nearly every tourist site. Each room has a custom-made sleigh bed and a hand-sprung mattress, but the hotel’s best feature might be the ultra-cozy, tartan-carpeted whiskey “snug,” a cozy room, all too tempting on a gray Scottish day.”
Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Edinburgh.
“Leave it to one of the U.K.’s most forward-thinking chains to convert a Victorian-era asylum into this understated luxury property that feels steeped in history and lore despite its contemporary decor and trappings, like the fairy-lit archway you enter through.”
“This hotel has all the hallmarks that make the Hotel du Vin brand so popular, with a big emphasis on wine and bistro dining, while still giving a sense of place with touches of tartan and exposed brick. The railway station, major tourist attractions and festival venues are all within convenient reach.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Friendly staff
- Free Wifi
- Excellent breakfast
All you need to know
Hotel Du Vin Edinburgh is a luxurious boutique hotel in the heart of Edinburgh. It is located in the historic and picturesque Old Town, a few minutes’ walk from Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile. This stunning hotel offers an unforgettable experience with its unique blend of French and Scottish styles.
The hotel features an impressive range of luxurious amenities, including an in-house bistro and bar offering an extensive selection of fine wines, craft beers, and signature cocktails. There is also an award-winning spa, a cigar terrace, a private cinema, and an outdoor terrace. The hotel offers free WiFi and complimentary newspapers in the lobby.
Accommodation options are equally impressive, offering both classic and contemporary rooms and suites. Each room has been carefully designed with exquisite décor and modern amenities, such as flat-screen TVs, Nespresso machines, luxury bath products, and more. All rooms also have a private balcony, providing a serene atmosphere for relaxation.
This hotel’s dedicated staff is always on hand to provide first-class service, ensuring guests have a delightful stay. Whether it’s arranging a romantic dinner for two, organizing a sightseeing tour, or providing tailored advice about the best places to eat, drink and explore in Edinburgh, the staff always go above and beyond to meet the needs of their guests.
Hotel Du Vin Edinburgh is a stunning hotel offering luxurious amenities and impeccable service. From the stunning décor to the attentive staff, this hotel is the perfect choice for a memorable stay in Edinburgh.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
27 January 2025
Excellent hotel in the centre of Edinburgh
An amazing stay..I really can't wait to return.
26 January 2025
Cosy, comfortable hotel
Very clean and comfortable. Friendly staff. Excellent food and wine. Would recommend!
25 January 2025
Had a great night
Beautiful property
Liked everything
23 January 2025
Fabulous Christmas at Hotel du Vin. Exceptional staff...
Fabulous staff, very engaging and made Christmas special for 4 if us and the dog ! Really wonderful time, very well looked after and superb location. Could walk everywhere and despite being central lots of parkland to walk in very close by.
23 January 2025
Fantastic
The location was lovely old town vibe combined with a tastefully decorated rustic style. Staff were attentive and helpful without being intrusive . My mum had booked this as an engagement gift. the hotel went out of their way to make sure we felt our celebration was special. On arrival we were welcomed with a lovely selection of delicious cakes and a congratulatory message along with them. We were given complimentary drinks vouchers, dressing gowns and slippers, just added to our lovely stay. The rooms were spacious and immaculate . The stay was comfortable and relaxing. We would come back in a second and definitely recommend to anyone.
22 January 2025
Has to be one of the best hotels in Edinburgh
Stunning hotel, superb food, friendly staff and perfect location
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21 January 2025
Great hotel with lovely staff and will definitely return.
The staff were great and made us feel very welcome. The bar was comfortable with an extra of being able to buy cigars there to smoke in the cigar bothy outside. Lovely touch. Loved our room with bath. Good location and felt private with where the entrance was through courtyard.
Pillows were not our preference - sure we could have asked for a change but we were only staying one night so just dealt with them as it was quite late when we realised
20 January 2025
Stylish comfort in the heart of the city
Room was great; location superb; staff attentive and competent
Trivial, but there were no decaffeinated capsules for the coffee machine
15 January 2025
Very good
Nicely decorated and very well thought out. Room very well equipped.
The room was quite hot at night and window was restricted to very narrow opening.
12 January 2025
Great hotel, spacious room and close enough to bars and restaurants
The room was spacious, the hotel was located a short walk away from the royal mile and was very quiet.
Everything was great
11 January 2025
Perfect
Everything. The staff are incredible. Everyone was so helpful. The best hotel du vin I’ve ever stayed at. Totally fab staff x
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10 January 2025
Should have booked a week instead of 3 days….
Very well-appointed. Clean, modern with a rustic twist. Very close to Royal Mile. Staff incredibly helpful and friendly. Food delicious.
10 January 2025
I’ll definitely be back! Lovely peaceful atmosphere.
Cozy, comfortable, quirky little private seating areas. Beautiful bedrooms/ensuites. Great location.
10 January 2025
A wonderful stay with fantastic hospitality, delicious breakfast and a super comfortable bed
Great location, beautiful hotel with exceptional hospitality
9 January 2025
Fabulous
Great hotel with friendly staff, excellent food, well-appointed rooms, and very comfy beds.
8 January 2025
Very chilled comfortable night
The Hotel is beautiful, i really enjoyed the food and the staff couldn’t do enough for you particularly Sam on the reception desk and the gentleman running the bar ( didn’t get his name unfortunately )
I liked everything!
7 January 2025
Exceptional
Everything, this place became my spot in Edinburgh everytime I'm in the city GEM
No carpark
7 January 2025
10 out of 10, faultless stay
Excellent staff, location
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4 January 2025
Remember
Excellent stay.
3 January 2025
Loved it. Would use again. Breakfast awesome. Dinner good
Room was great Bed was fantastic Place was lovely Food was excellent Restaurant looked wonderful
Not the best service in the restaurant. Slow to serve, half cleared table then forgotten about, no steak knife provided, had to ask for service twice, no soap in ladies’ toilets The main servers were great but too few. Some of the other staff (older) seemed to be hired for compassionate reasons
2 January 2025
beautiful hotel in a stunning location
The hotel is within walking distance of everything central in Edinburgh, being very tastefully appointed, the room was lovely, clean and the staff were very attentive. Made for a really nice break between Christmas and New Year.
The breakfast is poor value for money, at that price point, would expect to be served coffee or tea at the table and probably toast as well, wouldn't normally expect to serve myself hot drinks and use a toaster at a hotel of this calibre. The standard of the hotel demands table service for breakfast in my humble opinion.
31 December 2024
Comfortable stay in the heart of Edinburgh
The location was excellent! And the bed very comfortable. Jennifer, the lady who welcomed us on arrival was very friendly and helpful.
The shower gel bottle was empty. We asked a member of staff who was cleaning the rooms if they could refill if but this wasn’t done.
30 December 2024
Had a great time
Great location and staff
Extras at dinner a bit annoying
29 December 2024
Fabulous
Excellent service. Rooms were clean and staff was extremely warm and welcoming.
28 December 2024
A perfect Christmas
Location and staff
No fitness facilities
27 December 2024
Hidden gem
Hidden gem, not to be missed. Can't wait to visit again!!! Brilliant staff 👏
27 December 2024
Exceptional
Everything!!!
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27 December 2024
Perfect
the location was terrific. Close to Old Town, great restaurants, museums, Prices Street and the holiday market. Also easy walking to new town
26 December 2024
the best hotel to explore the Edinburgh
I was in Edinburgh to attend my graduation ceremony, so the Hotel Du Vin is the best choice for me, it’s just the next corner of the McEwan hall, so I can change to my custom in the room and walk to the ceremony site. The bathroom is clean and warm, the shower is really good. The breakfast is also excellent, you can order the hot food from the friendly staff, 100% recommend
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26 December 2024
Christmas break
Staff, location, comfort.
Nothing.
24 December 2024
Exceptional
Excellent location, quiet, amazing breakfast. Parking 5 min walk away at Quartermile with 20% Hotel discount.
22 December 2024
Exceptional
Location is perfect, next to Greyfriars. Good restaurants nearby. Friendly staff. Awesome architectural design, combining old and traditional with contemporary vibe.
20 December 2024
Edinburgh break
lovely Hotel had everything we needed for our stay, the staff are very helpful and kind. The food is lovely there and was nothing to fault we would definitely stay there again.
19 December 2024
Good stay enjoyed
staff were friendly and willing to help with any requests
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17 December 2024
Exceptional
The room was comfy and the bathroom was spacious and clean. The location was great too, close walking distance to all the main attractions in the Old Town.
15 December 2024
Excellent stay. Odd thing re bathroom door.
Staff. Great food and drinks. Fantastic building.
No bathroom door in the room. Really bizarre.
13 December 2024
Beautiful hotel set in the heart of Edinburgh. The staff was extremely attentive and catered to our few requests with a
Centrally located and beautifully designed.
Nothing other than their steak.
10 December 2024
Excellent
The staff were very friendly and accommodating. The junior suites that we stayed in was very clean and tidy and the facilities were excellent. We would definitely recommend to our friends and family to stay and we will be returning in the future.
10 December 2024
Nice, but things could be better.
The hotel is very nice and well appointed, the staff are very helpful and attentive.
The price has gone up considerably since our last stay in November last year, I also think when you are paying in excess of £300 per night, you would expect that breakfast would be covered in the cost.
9 December 2024
Lovely weekend away, would definitely recommend
Excellent position. Very cosy , perfect for a Christmas getaway
5 December 2024
Exceptional
Old world charm
5 December 2024
We often relaxed at the bar upstairs after a long day and Roy the bartender was extremely personable and even personalis
Is was in a beautiful setting in the centre of Edinburgh which allowed us to roam around and see the sights!
The room was slightly on the cold side but they did provide an electric heater. There could have also been hair conditioner in the bathroom.
4 December 2024
Fabulous
I loved the location - it was perfect for getting around Old Town. And I loved the room - the bed was comfortable, I liked the bathroom amenities, and just in general the design was to my taste.
The drinks from the bar were a tad expensive. :)
2 December 2024
Brilliant stay.
Breakfast was lovely, helpful staff, clean hotel!
1 December 2024
Great location. Nice place. Restaurant disappointing… just about ok.
Location , building, room, a room with thought and character. Fabulous location.
Are at the restaurant the first night. Food was ok but service was not what I expected. Hotel du vin ironically doesn’t have an amazing wine menu and the head waitress and wine waiter knew NOTHING about wine. The lady that seems to be the head waitress needs to clam down and stop being over familiar. Too loud.
1 December 2024
Fabulous
Friendly Reception staff, especially 'Abs' and the Brazilian lady who were always cheerful and helpful. Excellent bed and bed linen. Well cooked and presented breakfasts and dinner. Good bedside lights and phone charging sockets. It was easy to turn the heating off, open the window and work the TV. Plenty of comfy leather sofas and places to sit and relax with a whisky from the bar upstairs.
Tiny cartons of UHT milk on the tea/coffee bag tray. I should have asked for a jug of real milk. It could be difficult for less agile people getting into the bath or shower area in the bath because of the glass shower screen and the very hot towel rail. So wrap a towel around the heated towel rail to avoid hurting your hand. Good hot water and pressure. Slightly fusty smell in my room 'Chateau de Rolleriae', maybe from the carpet.
1 December 2024
Great location
location was great, was able to check in a little earlier which was great because we arrived at 9am and check in wasn't until 3 they did have a nice sitting room to spend some of the time in.
honestly, we have been traveling to Edinburgh for years and have stayed here many times. we felt the restaurant is not as good as it once was.
28 November 2024
Fabulous
Breakfast was great with some gluten free options.
27 November 2024
Espectacular!
The place is beautiful and the staff were absolutely fabulous.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kid meals (additional charge)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
Services
- - Room service
- - Meeting/banquet facilities
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Luggage storage
- - Daily housekeeping
- - Pet basket
- - Pet bowls
Outdoors
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
General
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Lift
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key access
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
29 January 2025
Great hotel in a central location