Overview

With cool interiors and dramatic views of Edinburgh Castle, the Mercure Edinburgh City is a smart choice for a stag do in the Scottish capital. It sits proudly on Princes Street, just five minutes walk from Waverley train station and right by the airport shuttle bus drop off. The hotel is close to all the major attractions, from the Scott Monument to the hip bars of George Street and the clubs and drinking dens of the old town.

Dinner in the Princes Dining Room is a classy affair, with a wide menu ranging from gourmet burgers to grilled steak and pizzas for a reasonable cost. You can make yourselves at home in the Princes Bar and treat yourself to some whiskies or sink a few beers before you hit the city. The rooms all have a flat screen TV with on demand blockbuster movies and free high-speed WiFi, as well as a hairdryer and full-length mirror. Many of the rooms also offer that stunning castle view you can see from the bar and restaurant.