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The Edinburgh Grand works well for couples who want a central Edinburgh stay with more space than a hotel room, a stylish apartment feel and easy access to restaurants and bars. The Register Club, St Andrew Square and the New Town setting make it polished without feeling overly formal.

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The Edinburgh Grand is special because it is an all-apartment residence inside a former banking landmark on St Andrew Square. Instead of standard hotel rooms, guests stay in spacious apartments with kitchens and living areas, making it especially useful for longer stays, families and travelers who w…

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The Edinburgh Grand is located at 42 St Andrew Square in Edinburgh's New Town. The address places guests close to George Street, Princes Street, Waverley Station, St James Quarter, restaurants, bars and key Old Town sights, while keeping a polished residential base in one of the city's most central…

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The Edinburgh Grand

The Edinburgh Grand is a residence-style luxury hotel on St Andrew Square, inside Edinburgh's UNESCO-listed New Town. It occupies the former National Bank of Scotland headquarters and gives guests a central stay with heritage architecture, 50 rooms and suites, many with kitchens and living space, plus The Register Club and easy access to the city's main sights.

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Rooms & Suites at The Edinburgh Grand

Open Plan Studio
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Open Plan Studio

355 ft2
From 590 USD

The Open Plan Studio offers a bright and comfortable layout for two adult guests. It spans 33 square meters of thoughtfully arranged living space, featuring...

1 Bedroom Suite
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1 Bedroom Suite

420 ft2
From 686 USD

The 1 Bedroom Suite offers a refined and peaceful setting for rest. It measures 39 square meters and feels spacious yet cozy inside. This non-smoking...

City View Suite
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City View Suite

603 ft2
From 722 USD

The City View Suite provides a serene retreat above the bustling streets below. It measures 56 square meters and offers beautiful views of the sparkling...

Loft Suite
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Loft Suite

398 ft2
From 729 USD

The Loft Suite provides a stylish retreat with ample space and comfort throughout. It includes a private bedroom with a large king-size bed for restful...

Family Suite
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Family Suite

431 ft2
From 742 USD

The Family Suite provides a cozy and functional space for couples or small families. It measures 40 square meters and offers thoughtful design for comfort...

City View Studio
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City View Studio

344 ft2
From 881 USD

The City View Studio offers a modern space designed for comfort and ease of use. It spans 32 square meters and includes a private balcony....

City View Family Suite
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City View Family Suite

646 ft2
From 889 USD

The City View Family Suite provides spacious and elegant accommodations for families. It spans 60 square meters and features a private balcony offering lovely city...

2 Bedroom Suite
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2 Bedroom Suite

980 ft2
From 1’528 USD

The 2 Bedroom Suite offers a comfortable and stylish retreat for families or groups. It spans 91 square meters and provides both space and privacy...

Directors Suite
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Directors Suite

1399 ft2
From 1’701 USD

The Director's Suite offers a refined space measuring a total of 130 square meters. It combines elegance, privacy, and comfort for guests seeking a luxurious...

3 Bedroom Penthouse Suite
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3 Bedroom Penthouse Suite

2088 ft2
From 4’167 USD

The 3 Bedroom Penthouse Suite offers a peaceful escape high above the city streets. It spans 194 square meters and features expansive views of the...

The address is one of the hotel's strongest features. The Edinburgh Grand sits at 42 St Andrew Square, close to Princes Street, George Street, Multrees Walk, the St James Quarter, Calton Hill, Waverley Station, and the Royal Mile.

This position connects New Town elegance with Old Town history. Guests can walk to shops, restaurants, galleries, gardens, monuments, and festival venues. The hotel works well for first-time visitors and repeat travelers who want a practical city base.

Edinburgh Airport is linked to the center by tram, and the St Andrew Square stop is close to the hotel. Waverley Station is also nearby for guests arriving by train. Once checked in, many plans can be handled on foot.

The former bank building gives The Edinburgh Grand much of its character. Stonework, high ceilings, carved details, generous windows, and a sense of civic history shape the stay from arrival. The building feels important without being cold.

Inside, the hotel combines heritage details with a polished modern finish. The mood is grand but not old-fashioned. It has enough warmth and practicality to suit longer stays, family trips, and city breaks where guests want real living space.

This is not a conventional hotel built around large public rooms and a busy lobby. It feels more private. The focus is on space, serviced comfort, and a strong central address.

The residence-style concept is central to the experience. Guests get the ease of a hotel with some of the flexibility of an apartment. That balance is useful in Edinburgh, where days can involve long walks, changing weather, dining plans, work, and festival events.

Many rooms and suites include kitchens or kitchenettes, dining areas, and separate living space. This makes the hotel practical for longer visits, families, friends traveling together, business stays, and guests who prefer more independence.

The style also helps during busy city periods. Edinburgh can feel intense during festival season, Hogmanay, graduations, and major events. Returning to a larger private space can make the stay calmer.

The Edinburgh Grand has 50 rooms and suites. Studios work well for shorter stays and solo travelers. One-bedroom and two-bedroom options add more comfort for couples, friends, families, and guests who want to unpack properly.

Larger suites and the penthouse bring more space, city views, and a stronger sense of occasion. These categories are useful for celebration trips, longer stays, or guests who want a more residential rhythm in the center of Edinburgh.

The design is refined rather than showy. Expect soft colors, quality materials, modern bathrooms, comfortable beds, practical kitchen facilities, and daily housekeeping. The best rooms make the most of the historic building, with higher ceilings, strong windows, or views across St Andrew Square.

The room product is one of the main reasons to choose the hotel. Guests who find standard city rooms too small will appreciate the extra space and flexibility.

The Register Club is the hotel's main dining and social venue. Set on the fourth floor, it gives guests a place for breakfast, drinks, light meals, and time between city plans. The space feels polished and relaxed.

It is useful because The Edinburgh Grand is more residence-style than traditional hotel. Guests have private space in their rooms and suites, while The Register Club adds a shared social layer inside the building.

The location also means many restaurants and bars are close by. Guests can dine out across New Town, Old Town, Leith, or Stockbridge, then return to a central address with little effort.

The Edinburgh Grand is well placed for exploring the city. Princes Street, George Street, the St James Quarter, Calton Hill, the Royal Mile, the Scottish National Gallery, and Waverley Station are all close.

The Old Town is within walking distance, though Edinburgh's hills and cobbled streets require comfortable shoes. Guests can reach the castle, closes, museums, and historic streets, then return to the more orderly layout of the New Town.

Taxis are easy to use for places such as Leith, Stockbridge, the Royal Botanic Garden, or farther residential neighborhoods. The hotel's central position keeps most plans simple.

The hotel is especially strong for longer stays. Kitchens, living areas, dining space, laundry access in some categories, and daily housekeeping help guests settle in. This makes it practical for business assignments, family trips, and extended city visits.

The residence style also helps guests who want to eat simply some days and dine out on others. Edinburgh has a strong restaurant scene, but having private kitchen facilities can make a trip more relaxed.

Families may find the layout easier than booking several standard rooms. Friends traveling together can also benefit from shared living areas while still having privacy in larger categories.

The Edinburgh Grand works across the city's seasons. It is useful for summer festival stays, winter weekends, Hogmanay, university visits, business travel, shopping trips, and cultural breaks. The central location matters in every season.

During festival periods, the ability to walk to venues and return to a larger room or suite is a real advantage. In colder months, the hotel's private space and central address make days easier to manage.

The hotel also suits guests who know Edinburgh well. It gives them a base that feels more independent than a classic hotel while still keeping service and housekeeping in place.

The Edinburgh Grand is best for travelers who want a luxury residence-style hotel on St Andrew Square with historic architecture, 50 rooms and suites, kitchen facilities, The Register Club, and easy access to New Town, Old Town, Waverley Station, and the Royal Mile.

It suits families, couples, long weekends, business stays, festival visits, graduations, and longer trips where space matters. It is less suited to guests seeking a resort, a large spa complex, or a hotel built mainly around public lounges.

The Edinburgh Grand stands out through its St Andrew Square address, former bank building, residence-style rooms and suites, practical kitchens, The Register Club, and central access to Edinburgh's main sights. It creates a city stay shaped by space, heritage, comfort, and the freedom to live more privately in the heart of the capital.

Why we love this hotel

Why we love this hotel

The former bank at Saint Andrew Square is now a stylish apartment hotel in a shopping and dining area.

The Register Club has refined parquet and paneling. It offers a charming setting for afternoon tea or lively evening cocktails.

This boutique hotel is also perfect for longer stays. It caters to business travelers, couples, and families. Enjoy a comfortable and personalized experience.

Location of THE EDINBURGH GRAND

42 ST ANDREW SQUARE EDINBURGH EH2 2AD GB UNITED KINGDOM

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Who is The Edinburgh Grand best for?

The Edinburgh Grand is best for luxury travelers who want serviced-apartment space in central Edinburgh rather than a conventional hotel room. It suits families, longer stays, business travelers, festival visitors, couples who want a kitchen and living area, and guests who value St Andrew Square access.

Is The Edinburgh Grand good for couples?

Yes. The Edinburgh Grand works well for couples who want a central Edinburgh stay with more space than a hotel room, a stylish apartment feel and easy access to restaurants and bars. The Register Club, St Andrew Square and the New Town setting make it polished without feeling overly formal.

Is The Edinburgh Grand close to Waverley Station?

Yes. The Edinburgh Grand is close to Edinburgh Waverley Station, which makes arrivals by train and onward travel simple. The location is especially useful for guests who want a central apartment-style stay without needing a car, while keeping New Town, Old Town and airport tram access convenient.

Does The Edinburgh Grand have a gym?

Yes. The Edinburgh Grand has a gym housed in the building's former bank vault area. That detail adds character to the fitness experience and reflects the property's history. It is a practical advantage for longer stays, when a simple hotel fitness corner may not feel sufficient.

What is The Register Club at The Edinburgh Grand?

The Register Club is the cocktail bar and restaurant on the fourth floor of The Edinburgh Grand. It overlooks St Andrew Square and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, afternoon tea and drinks. It gives residents a polished social space without needing to leave the building.

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