Virgin Hotels Edinburgh, EdinburghVirgin Hotels Edinburgh in Edinburgh, United Kingdom has a corrected score of 3.4 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 54 of 119 hotels we score in Edinburgh. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.6 before correction. Rooms from about $567 a night (cached, not a live quote).Virgin Hotels Edinburgh is a five-star boutique hotel situated in the Old Town, just off the Royal Mile. The property combines Victorian architecture with modern interior design. Guest rooms and suites include air conditioning and views of the historic city. Facilities include a swimming pool, spa, gym, and an on-site restaurant. The hotel is pet friendly and accommodates families. It sits close to public transport links and is a short walk from Edinburgh Castle. While the location is central, the high nightly rates may suit those with a larger budget.What stands out

Central Old Town location

On-site spa and pool

Pet friendly policy

Victorian and modern design

Watch out for

High nightly rates

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