I recently spent a long weekend in Edinburgh, travelling up from London for a much-needed break, and I couldn\u2019t have chosen a better base than the W Edinburgh.<\/p>\n
From the moment I arrived, I was struck by the city\u2019s charm – a perfect mix of old-world history and modern vibrancy – and my stay at the W elevated the whole experience.<\/p>\n
The W Edinburgh is housed in the bold, striking building at the heart of St James Quarter.<\/p>\n
(Image: W Edinburgh) \u00a0Its unique round architecture makes it hard to miss, and as soon as I stepped inside, I was welcomed by the hotel\u2019s signature style: contemporary, playful, and effortlessly luxurious.<\/p>\n
Check-in was smooth and friendly, and I was swiftly escorted to my room \u2014 the Premier Suite Terrace, a one-bedroom suite with a king bed, corner location, and an incredible terrace that offered panoramic views of Edinburgh\u2019s skyline.<\/p>\n
Corner terrace (Image: Immy Share, Newsquest) The suite itself was stunning. The bedroom was spacious, with a king-size bed that was supremely comfortable – I genuinely struggled to get up in the mornings.<\/p>\n
The living area was chic and well-designed, filled with modern furniture and quirky touches and even a feature bar.<\/p>\n
(Image: Immy Share, Newsquest) What really set the room apart, though, was the private terrace. From here, I could see Arthur\u2019s Seat in one direction and the spires of the Old Town and Edinburgh Castle in the other.<\/p>\n
Arthur’s Seat view from room (Image: Immy Share, Newsquest) It was the perfect spot to enjoy a coffee in the morning or a glass of wine in the evening.<\/p>\n
The bathroom was equally luxurious, with a huge rain shower, double vanities, and high-end toiletries that added to the indulgence.<\/p>\n
Each morning I enjoyed the \u00e0 la carte breakfast at the hotel\u2019s Sushi Samba restaurant.<\/p>\n
The options were varied and beautifully prepared – from smashed avocado on sourdough to pancakes, granola, pastries and fruit.<\/p>\n
The service was attentive but relaxed, just what I wanted to start the day.<\/p>\n
On the Saturday evening, I dined at Sushi Samba, which occupies a prime position at the top of the W.<\/p>\n
Sushi Samba in the W Edinburgh (Image: Immy Share, Newsquest) The food was exceptional – fresh, innovative sushi, and small plates that brought together Japanese, Brazilian, and Peruvian influences.<\/p>\n
The black cod and the wagyu gyoza were standouts, along with the crispy yellowtail tacquitos and seabass with mango ceviche which were delicious.<\/p>\n
(Image: Immy Share, Newsquest)<\/p>\n
My boyfriend had the Japanese Wagyu which came sizzling on a hot stone with dipping sauces. It was one of those show-stoppers that had the whole restaurant jealous and wanting to order the same.<\/p>\n
After dinner, I had drinks at the W\u2019s 12th-floor bar, where the views over Edinburgh were nothing short of spectacular.<\/p>\n
The cocktail menu was creative, and the atmosphere was lively without being overwhelming.<\/p>\n
Watching the sunset with panoramic views was pretty amazing.<\/p>\n
Beyond the hotel, I spent my days exploring Edinburgh.<\/p>\n
The Old Town, with its narrow closes and medieval buildings, was a delight to wander through.<\/p>\n
I visited the Castle, strolled along the Royal Mile, and even took a ghost tour one evening for a bit of fun.<\/p>\n
The New Town offered a different vibe with elegant Georgian architecture and stylish boutiques. Being located right at St James Quarter meant I had easy access to shops, cafes, and bars whenever I wanted.<\/p>\n
The area around the hotel is vibrant and modern, but it\u2019s just a short walk to the historic parts of the city.<\/p>\n
All in all, my weekend in Edinburgh was unforgettable, and staying at the W made it extra special.<\/p>\n
The blend of luxury, location, and service was spot-on, and I wouldn\u2019t hesitate to return.<\/p>\n
Whether you\u2019re visiting for the history, the food, or just to soak in the city\u2019s unique energy, the W Edinburgh is a fantastic choice.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"I recently spent a long weekend in Edinburgh, travelling up from London for a much-needed break, and I…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":222763,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[8816],"tags":[24785,748,1102,27651,4884,87922,31984,87921,712,16,15],"class_list":{"0":"post-222762","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-edinburgh","8":"tag-arthurs-seat","9":"tag-britain","10":"tag-edinburgh","11":"tag-edinburgh-castle","12":"tag-great-britain","13":"tag-immy-share","14":"tag-newsquest","15":"tag-panoramic-views","16":"tag-scotland","17":"tag-uk","18":"tag-united-kingdom"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@uk\/114764093775745370","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/222762","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=222762"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/222762\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/222763"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=222762"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=222762"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=222762"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}