At voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace, an IHG Hotel, guests experience the thoughtful balance of modern amenities with environmental consciousness. The property's garden provides a serene backdrop for relaxation, while the Terrace Restaurant offers delightful outdoor dining options.
Located in Edinburgh City Centre, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG is near a train station. Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Usher Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Princes Street and St. Andrew Square. St James Quarter and George Street are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
18 Royal Terrace, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH7 5AQ
What's nearby
Calton Hill
1 min walk - 0.2 km
Princes Street
6 min walk - 0.5 km
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
6 min walk - 0.5 km
Royal Mile
10 min walk - 0.9 km
St. Andrew Square
13 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station)
14 min walk
St Andrew Square Tram Stop
14 min walk
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
45 min drive
Restaurants
The Lantern Room
6 min walk
1802
6 min walk
Down the Hatch
5 min walk
CC Blooms
6 min walk
Regent Bar
5 min walk
About this property
voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG
Upscale hotel near Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Located close to St James Quarter and Royal Mile, voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG provides a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Terrace Restaurant, features al fresco dining and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and conference space.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff
Concierge services, meeting rooms, and luggage storage
A 24-hour front desk, wedding services, and an elevator
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 99 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
Free infant beds, electric kettles, and heating
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transportation
Offsite parking within 1 mile (GBP 15 per day)
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 19.50 for adults and GBP 9 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Terrace Restaurant
The Lounge Bar
Family friendly
In-room crib
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
1,873 square feet of conference space
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
Elevator
More
1 building
5 floors
Georgian architecture
Reception hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free crib
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Towels provided
Food and drink
Electric kettle
More
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Free local calls
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 79 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 19.5 for adults and GBP 9 for children
Nearby parking fee: GBP 15.00 per day (5249 ft away)
Pet fee: GBP 30 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Property is also known as
voco Edinburgh Royal Terrace an IHG Hotel
voco Edinburgh Royal Terrace an IHG Hotel
voco Edinburgh Royal Terrace an IHG Hotel
Frequently asked questions
Is voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 79 lbs per pet. There's a fee of GBP 30 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG?
As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG on 15 March 2026 start from AED 343, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG located?
Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Princes Street, and St James Quarter. St. Andrew Square and George Street are also within 1 mi (2 km). St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 14 minutes by foot and Balfour Street Tram Stop is 14 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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The hotel views were beautiful! The rooms were clean and the beds very comfortable. The bathroom had a bathtub so I could take a bath which was lovely. Breakfast was ok but having a restaurant was a plus on the nights we didn’t want to go out. I enjoyed my stay and would go back.
Easy check in and check out. Staff really polite and helpful, room was really clean and spacious. The complimentary tea, coffee, water and biscuits went down a treat. The hotel decor/architecture was a delight for the eyes and the variety at breakfast was wonderful too.
The room was absolutely incredible and the staff was so kind! They helped me with my early check in and were just overall beyond helpful if I had any questions or requests! I’d love and definitely will stay with them again!
Gianfranco
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Diana Patricia Castro
13 January 2026
Amenities were great! There was tea, coffee, water and candy. :)
This place was cozy, with very friendly staff. I adored my room and the amenities. The Reception and Bar staff were very helpful with any questions I had, and very friendly. Will be booking again on my next trip for sure.
Johnna Ann
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Ellen
2 November 2025
The staff were friendly and it was in a nice quiet area
This is very special location in Edinburgh. Hotel itself is lovely with large rooms and high ceilings.
The only concern is that there are some rooms located in the lower level (basement), we were lucky that our request to change the room to upper floor was met by the manager and we had a lovely view of the back gardens.
Apparently it's recommended to request that the room will not be in the basement but I was told that it is not guarantied.
Cleaning crew entered our room, regardless of the DND placard. But management addressed and it didn't happen again. The cleaning crew was extremely noisy and disturbed us our last full day. The bartender gave us conflicting info than that received at the front desk, so we didn't visit the bar again. But, Molly who checked us in upon our arrival, was an absolute gem!!!
Aeryn
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
Paula
17 November 2025
Staff were very friendly. Room and bathroom were clean. Walls were very thin
Second stay here. Staff are excellent. Breakfast is good and the bar is very good too. Reception area is nice. Room was OK - it was quite cold (due to weather and old windows) but a plug-in heater had been provided prior to us checking in. Overall, it's pretty decent but as with a number of places I've stayed recently, feel it's starting to be in need of a bit of TLC/refresh.
Jayne
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
Maria
24 December 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
A very cold room and quite nosy ( pipes, water). It's ok for a couple of nights but not very comfy overall. Good location and staff are friendly. It could do with more attention to detail. It was a bit disappointing.