Royal Mile Radisson Collection Hotel Edinburgh

Location

Situated on Edinburgh’s iconic Royal Mile, the hotel itself is hard to miss. In addition, it is only a 10-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverly (the city’s primary train station), and a 30-minute drive from Edinburgh International Airport, making it easy to access for those using public transport.

What to do in the area

Edinburgh is one of the most culturally rich cities in the UK, so there is plenty to do in the local area. A little walk further up from the hotel, at the end of the Royal Mile, is Edinburgh Castle – well worth a visit for any tourist interested in the history of Scotland.

The Edinburgh Zoo is accessible by bus and is only a short drive outside of the city centre. There are numerous golf courses dotted around Edinburgh for keen golfers.

For those wanting to explore the city, there are a range of museums, many of which are free to enter, such as the National Museum of Scotland. There is a range of vibrant cafes, pubs, bars, and restaurants in Edinburgh too, and it is really a foodie’s paradise, with plenty of options to cater for all manner of tastes.

A walk around Princes Street Gardens is also another great way to spend a morning or afternoon in the city, and there is occasionally live entertainment in the gardens in the evening. Princes Street is also perfect for shopaholics who want to get their retail therapy fix.

Facilities at Royal Mile Radisson Collection Hotel Edinburgh

The hotel has a 24-hour check-in reception desk, making it ideal for travellers who may arrive at any time of day or night. The hotel is also home to a spa, where guests can book treatments ranging from facials to massages, and make use of the fitness centre to get a quick workout in before heading out to explore Edinburgh.

The Royal Mile Radisson Collection Hotel Edinburgh is also home to a 24-hour business centre, ideal for those travelling on business or for work. There are also three separate business meetings and conference rooms, so there is no risk of overcrowding or all of them being in use if you need to book one for a meeting.

The hotel also offers complimentary tea and coffee facilities in the reception area, as well as a dry cleaning service, perfect for those who need suits and evening dress cleaning.

Restaurants and Bars

Cucina: This is the main restaurant in the hotel, and serves up Italian cuisine on an a-la-carte basis. As well as lunch and dinner, guests can also partake in brunch at Cucina.

Epicurian: Enjoy a freshly-made cocktail in Epicurian, the bar named after Epicurus, an Ancient Greek philosopher. All you need to do is sit back and think about how much of a good time you’re having!

Rooms

The hotel is home to a range of different rooms, 136 in total. All of the rooms are strictly non-smoking, including vapes and electronic cigarettes. All of the rooms on offer have free WiFi, as well as complimentary tea and coffee-making facilities.

The rooms also come with their very own stocked mini-bar, although there is a charge for any of the drinks consumed, so be aware of this before drinking any.

Flatscreen TVs are available in every room, offering a range of channels to watch from. Many of them have been upgraded recently to smart TVs, meaning you can watch programmes on apps such as Netflix, or use them to access the internet for streaming sites such as YouTube.

All of the beds in Royal Mile Radisson Collection Hotel Edinburgh come with luxury bedding, for that perfect night’s sleep. Finally, all of the rooms are en-suite, complete with a rainfall shower head.

What to go for

The rooms themselves help the hotel live up to its five-star rating, which is reason enough to go. However, the hotel is in such an ideal location for tourists, it’s worth staying for this reason too. Based in Edinburgh city centre, guests at Royal Mile Radisson Collection Hotel Edinburgh are surrounded by history, culture, and a multitude of bars, restaurants, and cafes, and there’s so much to do – all of it within walking distance.

Sustainability

Radisson Hotels are renowned for being environmentally friendly and employing sustainable practices, and the Royal Mile Radisson Collection Hotel Edinburgh is no exception to this rule. Food, where possible, is sourced from farmers and suppliers local to the Lothian area. Moreover, guests are actively encouraged to re-use their towels and bedding to cut down on unnecessary washing and drying.