Positioned right in the heart of Edinburgh’s iconic Royal Mile, the Radisson Blu Edinburgh City Centre offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern luxury for your craft retreat. This 4-star spa hotel provides an inspiring urban sanctuary where creativity flourishes against the backdrop of Scotland’s captivating capital.

Location & Setting

• Located in the heart of historic Royal Mile streets close to Edinburgh Castle
• Just a short walk to major city center attractions including Edinburgh Castle, National Museum of Scotland, the Scottish Parliament, and Edinburgh’s famous shopping thoroughfare, Princes street
• The hotel is a quick 250-meter walk from Edinburgh Waverly, the city’s central railway hub
• Just 13 kilometers from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) with excellent transport links

Architectural & Historical Charm

• Perfectly positioned on the medieval Royal Mile, between Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace
• Surrounded by centuries-old buildings and narrow cobblestone streets that tell Scotland’s story
• In the heart of the city, otherwise known as Old Town — a UNESCO World Heritage site steeped in history and inspiration

Rooms & Suites

• 238 high-end bedrooms and suites offering dazzling views of Scotland’s capital city
• Bedrooms are modern with sleek furnishings and naturally cool theme décor
• Choose from a variety of room types including Standard, Premium and Family rooms or a selection of suites
• Amenities include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, complimentary toiletries and a pillow menu so you can choose the pillow type you prefer
• 24-hour room service and thoughtful bathroom amenities ensure ultimate comfort and convenience
• Business Class rooms also include Nespresso machines, bathrobe, slippers, daily newspaper, deep sleep pillow mist and a daily turn down service

Restaurants & Dining

• Itchycoo Bar & Kitchen — Located on the ground floor of the hotel, it serves dishes prepared with fresh Scottish produce and perfect pre-dinner cocktails
• Itchycoo bar & kitchen offers a kaleidoscope of tastes to tempt any pallet – showcasing the finest seasonal Scottish ingredients for lunch or dinner
• The hotel offers a Super Breakfast Buffet and Grab & Run Breakfast to kick start the day
• Full breakfast includes vegetarian, vegan, and organic options (80% minimum)
• The bar offers a wide selection of cocktails, wines, spirits and beers to complement your meal

Spa & Wellness Facilities

• Sleeping Beauty Spa — Our professional and experienced therapists offer a range of radiance-boosting facials, relaxing massages, and beauty treatments
• Indulge in three modern treatment rooms including a double room, perfect for a solo pamper or a relaxing day with your special someone
• Our highly experienced team of therapists offers Elemis face and body treatments, massages, facials, reflexology, and a variety of indulgent spa packages
• Indoor heated swimming pool (child-friendly), sauna, steam room, and gym equipment
• Health Club access is included during your hotel stay
• Our heated indoor pool is the perfect place to take a dip and relax your body. Surrounded by comfortable lounge chairs

Meeting & Event Spaces

• Eight impressive function rooms perfect for craft workshops and group activities
• Capacity for between 2 and 250 delegates offering complete flexibility for retreats of all sizes
• Each room is designed to offer the perfect working environment with natural daylight, adjustable lighting and air conditioning
• The facilities also have breakout rooms for impromptu meetings
• 224m2 plenary space available for larger gatherings

Practical Details

• Onsite car parking (including 6 electric vehicle charging stations)
• The hotel has free Wi-Fi throughout
• Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is at 12:00
• Baggage storage is available
• The Guest Services team can also arrange chauffeur-driven private cars, upon request

The Radisson Blu Edinburgh City Centre offers the perfect marriage of Scotland’s rich heritage with contemporary luxury — creating an inspiring environment where your craft retreat participants can immerse themselves in creativity while enjoying world-class amenities and the warm Scottish hospitality the country is famous for.