I seem to remember people recommending one of the two Ibis hotels over the other in Edinburgh. We'd like someplace quiet but within walking distance of the Royal Mile. Any suggestions as to which Ibis or any other options. We won't have much time in Edinburgh as we need to fly out the following morning but at least we can do that one thing :)
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London
358 posts
One is on the Royal Mile, the other is on South Bridge, 2 minutes walk to the other one. Not sure it makes much difference in terms of location.
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Massachusetts, USA
1603 posts
We are staying at the Ibis St. Andrews Square in June. I can't compare the two, obviously, but many people recommended this one to me.
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OP
West Linn, OR, USA
157 posts
Thank you both. Is the Ibis in St Andrews Sq the one on the Royal Mile?
Posted by
PA
2739 posts
The St. Andrews Square Ibis is a "Styles", it is a level up from the other two Ibis there, which are "red", as opposed to "green" in Ibis language. Stayed there twice, and if you can score "The Works", the views from the top floor are fantastic. Easy walk across to the Royal Mile. Also less congested on the New Town side.
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OP
West Linn, OR, USA
157 posts
Perfect, thank you! Just what I was trying to remember :) It looks like we could walk to it from the train station??
Posted by
PA
2739 posts
Easy walk from Waverly, the two in the old city are longer and up the hill.
Posted by
OP
West Linn, OR, USA
157 posts
Thanks so much, Larry - just booked it!
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We have stayed at many Ibis Hotels in other European countries. They are a basic business class hotel, clean. I will be at the Ibis at St Andrews Square in a few days. It is located near the bus station, a tram stop & Waverly train Station.