Edinburgh
Edinburgh is the world’s leading festival city, with a range of 11 major annual festivals celebrating culture, creativity, music and the arts. The Scottish capital is a mix of historic world-heritage and unforgettable architecture with hidden gems around every corner. Edinburgh is a small city with a big character ready to be discovered!
Lauren Robertson
W InsiderWhat to Know
Scotland’s Capital
W Edinburgh is the first W Hotel in Scotland, bringing a new modern luxury to Scotland’s capital. Situated in the heart of the city at Edinburgh’s newest neighbourhood – St James Quarter, the old and new of Edinburgh is on our doorstep. Whether it’s a wander through the historical lanes and closes of the Old Town to Edinburgh Castle or taking a hike up Arthur’s Seat, an extinct ancient volcano, Edinburgh is a city to discover on foot. When it comes to shopping – the premium stores within St James Quarter and Multrees Walk couldn’t be closer and the W Lounge and rooftop deck has the finest 360-degree views of Edinburgh offering brand New Horizons of the city.
Slàinte Mhath
/Slanj-a-va/
It means ‘good health’ in Scottish Gaelic and is usually said as an alternative to ‘Cheers’ when raising a glass for a toast – normally Whisky!
Closest Airport
Edinburgh Airport
Currency
GBP – British Pounds
Language
English
What to Do
Multrees Walk
Discover the luxury stores of Multrees Walk, from Harvey Nichols to Louis Vuitton, this is the place to treat yourself.
Heron
The latest Michelin-starred restaurant near the Port of Leith in Edinburgh. An up and coming neighbourhood dining spot founded on fine Scottish produce.
The Port of Leith Distillery
Scotland is famed for whisky, discover how modern whisky is made in Scotland’s first vertical distillery.
Edinburgh Festivals
From comedy to culture, discover one of the major international festivals taking place in Edinburgh throughout the year:
