Reviews of ibis Styles Edinburgh St Andrew Square 3 stars
19 St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH2 1AU, United Kingdom

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Reviewed: 30 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Verified reviewReviewed: 29 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewCentral Great breakfast Clean
Central Great breakfast Clean
Reviewed: 28 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewClean, nice aesthetic
Dear Amber, Thank you for sharing your opinion after your recent stay. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay at ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square. It’s wonderful you appreciated our contemporary design and central location near St Andrew Square. Our team takes pride in maintaining high cleanliness standards while providing attentive service, and we’re thrilled this enhanced your visit. Being steps away from Edinburgh’s vibrant attractions like the St James Quarter makes exploring effortless, and we’re glad this convenience added to your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back on a future occasion. Best regards, Zoltan Fuzesy , General Manager
Dear Amber, Thank you for sharing your opinion after your recent stay. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay at ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square. It’s wonderful you appreciated our contemporary design and central locatio… Show more
Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewLocation Quiet inside Staff very attentive and happy to help
The design of the shower cubicle -difficult to describe but water went everywhere! Noise from outside the hotel - there were some concerts on in the evening and these could be heard The breakfasts - organisation a bit haphazard and very busy, tables not cleaned promptly oh
Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGreat location. Really tasty breakfast. Friendly staff.
Dear Hazel, Thank you for taking the time to let us know your opinion of your recent stay. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay at ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square. Our team takes pride in offering comfortable rooms that help guests recharge after exploring the city. It's wonderful our central position made discovering Edinburgh's attractions effortless for you. We're especially pleased you appreciated our breakfast selection and found our staff welcoming during your visit. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable stay in the future. Warm regards, Karina.MIKALAUSKAITE, Front office Manager
Dear Hazel, Thank you for taking the time to let us know your opinion of your recent stay. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay at ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square. Our team takes pride in offering comfortable rooms tha… Show more
Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewRooms were small
Dear Ruta, We would like to thank you for taking the time to review your stay. We are sorry to hear that you found your accommodation less spacious than you would have liked. Our unique building, once a historic bank, means our rooms do vary in shape and size. We always aim to ensure a comfortable visit and appreciate you sharing your impressions. Nevertheless, we’re pleased to know you had an otherwise enjoyable stay. We hope you had the chance to experience our complimentary hearty continental breakfast with its Scottish touches during your stay. It is a guest favourite and something we are quite proud of. We would love to welcome you back on a future occasion. Kind regards, Karina.MIKALAUSKAITE, Front office Manager
Dear Ruta, We would like to thank you for taking the time to review your stay. We are sorry to hear that you found your accommodation less spacious than you would have liked. Our unique building, once a historic bank, means our rooms do va… Show more
Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewBooked the works balcony, staff were incredibly helpful and friendly on arrival, managed to get us checked in early. Room was spacious and balcony views were wonderful. Incredibly co.fortable bed. Great location for parks and shopping. Highly recommend
Dining menu could have been better
Dear Amanda, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. We're delighted you chose our hotel for your Edinburgh stay. Our team particularly appreciates you highlighting how our colleagues made your arrival smooth and your balcony room experience memorable. It’s great to hear you found the bed comfortable and enjoyed the panoramic views from your workspace. While we aim to satisfy all preferences, we acknowledge your comments about meal variety and will share this feedback with our chefs. Finally, we’re thrilled our central location served you well for exploring the New Town’s attractions and shopping. The proximity to St James Quarter and historic sites makes urban adventures effortless from our doorstep. We look forward to welcoming you back on a future trip. Best regards, Zoltan Fuzesy , General Manager
Dear Amanda, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. We're delighted you chose our hotel for your Edinburgh stay. Our team particularly appreciates you highlighting how our colleagues made your arrival smooth and your balc… Show more
Reviewed: 26 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGreat location nice decor well appointed rooms
Some rooms have no views out Like most Edinburgh hotels it’s expensive
Dear Greg, Please accept our thanks for this review following your experience at our hotel. We’re delighted you appreciated our distinctive decor and well-appointed rooms, which reflect Edinburgh’s character while offering modern comforts. Our recent refurbishment aimed to preserve historic charm while ensuring practical amenities for guests. However, we regret some aspects didn’t meet expectations. As a converted bank with varied room layouts, views differ across categories. Our pricing reflects the central New Town location and inclusive breakfast, though we understand value perceptions vary. Finally, we’re pleased our prime position near St Andrew Square let you explore Edinburgh’s attractions easily. Many guests find walking to Waverley Station and local museums enhances their stay. We hope to welcome you back in the future. Kindest regards, Karina.MIKALAUSKAITE, Front office Manager
Dear Greg, Please accept our thanks for this review following your experience at our hotel. We’re delighted you appreciated our distinctive decor and well-appointed rooms, which reflect Edinburgh’s character while offering modern comforts.… Show more
Reviewed: 26 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
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dirty bedding and so much dust on and under bed - had we seen at start of stay would have refused room. Room NOT cleaned despite pressing ‘room clean’ button during stay. NEVER worth the money charged
Dear Anne, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are, of course, disappointed to read that your stay did not meet your expectations. We would like to clarify a few points. You stayed with us for five nights without raising any concerns with our Reception team. Our team is available 24/7, and had we been made aware of any issues, we would have been more than happy to address them immediately or even offer an alternative room. At check-out, when we attempted to discuss your concerns further, you declined to speak with a manager. Regarding cleanliness, we take these matters very seriously, and we are truly sorry that some issues were present in your room. These became apparent only once the bedding was pulled apart, which is why they had not been noticed earlier, but we fully agree they should not have been there in the first place. Please accept our sincere apologies that this aspect of your stay did not meet the high standards we aim to deliver. We also note that you enjoyed a complimentary bottle of Prosecco on arrival as a gesture for your birthday, and we are sorry this did not help to make your stay more memorable. As you will appreciate, rates during the Edinburgh Festival are at a premium across the city, and our prices remain competitive for the season and location. We regret that your experience left you feeling dissatisfied, but we do hope you will allow us the opportunity to restore your confidence in us on a future visit. Best regards, Zoltan Fuzesy , General Manager
Dear Anne, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are, of course, disappointed to read that your stay did not meet your expectations. We would like to clarify a few points. You stayed with us for five nights without rais… Show more
Reviewed: 26 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewNice place. Convenient location.
The night stand table was dirty.
Dear Kevin, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted you chose ibis Styles Edinburgh for your visit to our historic city. Our team takes pride in maintaining our distinctive Scottish-themed design that blends modern comfort with local character. The recent lobby refurbishment allows us to offer vibrant social spaces that reflect Edinburgh's cultural spirit. Regarding your room experience, we sincerely regret any oversight in our cleaning procedures and have reminded housekeeping teams to double-check all surfaces during room inspections. Finally, we're particularly pleased you found our central location advantageous for exploring St Andrew Square and accessing the new St James Quarter shopping district – this connectivity remains one of our most valued features. It would be a pleasure to see you again on a future occasion. Kind regards, Karina.MIKALAUSKAITE, Front office Manager
Dear Kevin, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted you chose ibis Styles Edinburgh for your visit to our historic city. Our team takes pride in maintaining our distinctive Scottish-themed design that bl… Show more
Reviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewExcellent hotel in a fantastic location. Staff were fabulous and allowed us to store our luggage before check in and after check out. Lovely bar area. Room was really clean had everything we needed.
Nothing really. The price was higher than normal as we were visiting during Fringe, but that was our choice.
Dear Christian, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted you chose our hotel during your Edinburgh Festival visit. Our team takes pride in providing seamless services like luggage storage, and we're thrilled you found everything you needed in your room. The bar team will be particularly pleased to know their efforts contributed to your experience. While we appreciate your understanding about seasonal pricing variations, we remain committed to offering competitive value through our inclusive amenities like breakfast and central location. Speaking of location, we hope you enjoyed exploring Calton Hill and the New Town's vibrant atmosphere right on our doorstep. This connectivity to Edinburgh's cultural heartbeat remains one of our greatest assets. We hope to welcome you again in the future. Kind regards. Karina.MIKALAUSKAITE, Front office Manager
Dear Christian, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted you chose our hotel during your Edinburgh Festival visit. Our team takes pride in providing seamless services like luggage storage, and we're t… Show more
Reviewed: 24 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe staff were very friendly & helpful
Dear Kerry, Please accept our sincere thanks for this kind feedback. We're delighted to read your kind words about our team members who strive to make every stay memorable. It was our pleasure to assist you during your time in Edinburgh, and we're thrilled this contributed to your positive impression of our hotel. We look forward to welcoming you for another pleasant stay. Best wishes, Karina.MIKALAUSKAITE, Front office Manager
Dear Kerry, Please accept our sincere thanks for this kind feedback. We're delighted to read your kind words about our team members who strive to make every stay memorable. It was our pleasure to assist you during your time in Edinbu… Show more
Reviewed: 24 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 24 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewCentral location, quirky decor, friendly staff
Room was quite small. Bathroom door was glass with a gap around it, so no privacy
Dear Alexandra, We appreciate the time you took to share your feedback. We’re delighted to hear your feedback about your recent stay with us. Our team takes pride in creating a welcoming atmosphere through thoughtful design touches. The vibrant interiors reflecting Edinburgh’s character bring us particular joy, and we’re thrilled this resonated with you. We’re sorry to hear about the aspects of your room that didn’t meet expectations. Our converted bank building offers varied room layouts, and we’re always available during stays to address comfort needs. Finally, our position steps from St Andrew Square remains our greatest asset. Being able to offer such convenient access to Edinburgh’s cultural landmarks makes every day special for our guests. We hope to see you again in the future. Kind regards, Karina.MIKALAUSKAITE, Front office Manager
Dear Alexandra, We appreciate the time you took to share your feedback. We’re delighted to hear your feedback about your recent stay with us. Our team takes pride in creating a welcoming atmosphere through thoughtful design touches. The … Show more
Reviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe location was great, the room was spacious and clean and the breakfast was good
Dear Guest, Thanks for this glowing review of your recent experience. We're delighted you enjoyed our prime location in Edinburgh's New Town and found your room both spacious and clean. It's wonderful you appreciated our included breakfast buffet with its Scottish porridge and freshly baked pastries. Our team takes pride in maintaining high standards while keeping you close to landmarks like Calton Hill and the St James Quarter. We look forward to welcoming you back. Best wishes, Karina.MIKALAUSKAITE, Front office Manager
Dear Guest, Thanks for this glowing review of your recent experience. We're delighted you enjoyed our prime location in Edinburgh's New Town and found your room both spacious and clean. It's wonderful you appreciated our inc… Show more
Reviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThis hotel is a gem of a hotel in Edinburgh! The location is super handy and nearby to George Street, Princess Street, St. James Quarter and the Edinburgh trams. The hotel had a quick check in process and all the staff were super friendly! The room we had was excellent, super super clean and a lot larger than most rooms in Edinburgh and with a good size bathroom! The room also has AC (which is very rare in Scotland hotels) which was super handy for when the weather got too hot! I particularly liked the Arran Aromatics Scottish products which are found within the bathrooms and also the fact you can buy these at reception and also that the hotel provides shortbread with tea and coffee, this is a nice touch! The continental breakfast was excellent with lots of choice and the food was nice and fresh and was regularly being topped up by the friendly staff.
Not being able to stay longer as it was a super room and great location!
Dear Nina, Thank you for sharing a review of your stay with us. We're delighted you found our Edinburgh location so convenient for exploring the city's highlights. Our team takes pride in maintaining spacious, spotless rooms and we're particularly pleased you appreciated the climate control features. The Arran Aromatics products in our bathrooms are indeed a guest favorite, crafted to enhance your stay with local Scottish touches. While we understand your regret about the stay duration, our central position makes return visits effortless whenever your travels permit. Finally, we're thrilled you enjoyed our breakfast offerings and will share your compliments with our kitchen staff who work hard to provide fresh, varied options daily. We look forward to welcoming you back. Best wishes, Karina.MIKALAUSKAITE, Front office Manager
Dear Nina, Thank you for sharing a review of your stay with us. We're delighted you found our Edinburgh location so convenient for exploring the city's highlights. Our team takes pride in maintaining spacious, spotless rooms and w… Show more
Reviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewVery unique decor! Lovely staff! Great breakfast! Quiet and convenient location near bus station and across from park. Nice restaurants nearby and a nice walk to the old city!
Awkward shower location. Glass bathroom door and glass shower door are close together, make showering challenging.
Dear Ellen. Thank you for reviewing your recent stay with us. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay at ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square. Our team takes pride in creating memorable spaces, and we're thrilled you appreciated the distinctive design elements throughout the hotel. It's particularly rewarding to hear your kind words about our colleagues' attentive service and the variety of our breakfast selection. Regarding your bathroom experience, we acknowledge the challenges posed by some of our uniquely shaped rooms resulting from the building's original architecture as a converted bank. These historical features sometimes create unconventional layouts while preserving the character our guests appreciate. Moreover, we're pleased our central location served you well for exploring Edinburgh's landmarks and local eateries. The proximity to St Andrew Square and walking routes to the Old Town makes our hotel an ideal base for discovering the city's charm. We look forward to the pleasure of welcoming you back on future occasions. Best regards, Karina.MIKALAUSKAITE, Front office Manager
Dear Ellen. Thank you for reviewing your recent stay with us. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay at ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square. Our team takes pride in creating memorable spaces, and we're thrilled you appre… Show more
Reviewed: 22 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewComfy bed
Dirty toilet rim 🤢
Dear Sarah, Thank you for your review. We're delighted you found the bed provided restful nights during your stay with us. However, we sincerely regret any aspects that fell short of expectations and want to assure you our team is always available to address concerns during stays. We hope you appreciated our central location near Calton Hill and the St James Quarter, ideal for exploring Edinburgh's vibrant city centre. We hope to welcome you back in the future. All the best, Karina.MIKALAUSKAITE, Front office Manager
Dear Sarah, Thank you for your review. We're delighted you found the bed provided restful nights during your stay with us. However, we sincerely regret any aspects that fell short of expectations and want to assure you our team is alw… Show more
Reviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewI booked very late and the price was horrendous. During the Fringe, but still.......
Price Shower. Potentially a great shower but continually overflowed onto bathroom floor carting a health and safety issue. Was reported but nothing was done to fix the problem.
Dear Iain, Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We're delighted that our team's hospitality made a positive impression during your stay. Our colleagues take great pride in offering attentive service to all guests. However, we sincerely regret some aspects didn't meet expectations. While our pricing reflects seasonal demand during major events like the Fringe Festival, we appreciate this perspective. Regarding the bathroom concern, our maintenance team is always available to address such issues promptly during stays. Nevertheless, we're pleased our central location proved convenient for exploring Edinburgh's attractions. Being steps from St Andrew Square truly allows guests to maximise their time in this magnificent city. We hope to have another opportunity to welcome you back. Kind regards, Karina.MIKALAUSKAITE, Front office Manager
Dear Iain, Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We're delighted that our team's hospitality made a positive impression during your stay. Our colleagues take great pride in offering attentive service to all guests. H… Show more
Reviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewBeen here a few times. Very clean and staff are lovely. Great location for city centre.
The last few times we visited the hotel had a singer on at night which is great!! Nice continental breakfast too!! Nice atmosphere!
Dear Lorraine, Thank you very much for this kind review. It’s wonderful to hear you had such a positive experience at ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square. We’re delighted you found our hotel to be great value and appreciated the cleanliness of our rooms. Our team takes pride in maintaining a welcoming environment and is thrilled you felt well looked after. However, we’re sorry to hear your thoughts on the evening entertainment and breakfast offerings. Our continental breakfast aims to provide a convenient start to the day, and we’ll certainly consider your feedback as we continue to refine our services. Finally, we’re thrilled our central location made exploring Edinburgh’s attractions so convenient for you. Being steps from St James Quarter and historic sites like Calton Hill is something we’re always proud to highlight. We look forward to welcoming you back on a future occasion. Best regards, Karina.MIKALAUSKAITE, Front office Manager
Dear Lorraine, Thank you very much for this kind review. It’s wonderful to hear you had such a positive experience at ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square. We’re delighted you found our hotel to be great value and appreciated the… Show more
Reviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe location was perfect for me close to the bus station
Didn’t really like the vibe of the decor and while my room was advertised as 14 sq m it was more like 8 sq m. A large person would struggle in the bathroom
Dear Liz, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted our central location near the bus station provided easy access to Edinburgh's attractions during your stay. However, we sincerely regret that some aspects didn't meet expectations. Our unique building's historic layout offers varied room dimensions, and our 2020 refurbishment aimed to balance quirky design with modern comforts. Should any concerns arise during stays, our team remains available around the clock to assist guests directly. We hope you managed to explore nearby gems like the St James Quarter shopping district, just minutes from our doorstep. We hope to welcome you back. Best wishes, Karina.MIKALAUSKAITE, Front office Manager
Dear Liz, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted our central location near the bus station provided easy access to Edinburgh's attractions during your stay. However, we sincerely regret that some asp… Show more