The Village Hotel at Crewe Toll is the budget pick of this guide, and the one families tend to land on. It sits a short drive north of the city centre, within walking distance of both Leith and Stockbridge, and the headline feature is a large 20-metre swimming pool with a jacuzzi — considerably bigger than the compact spa pools you find in the central hotels. Rooms start from just over £100 a night.
It is a modern chain hotel rather than a characterful old-town address, but that is rather the point: you trade the historic setting for space, parking and a proper family pool at a price the five-star spas cannot touch.
Pool & Spa
The 20-metre pool is family-friendly and paired with a jacuzzi, so there is room for both lengths and lounging. There is also a spa and wellness centre, though this carries an additional cost on top of the room rate. The spa area is open to day visitors as well as hotel guests, so it can get busy at weekends — worth timing your swim around if you want the pool quieter.
Location & Getting Around
Crewe Toll is a residential district north-west of the centre. It is a short drive or bus ride into town, and within walking distance you have Leith, with its waterfront restaurants, and Stockbridge, one of the city’s most pleasant villages for a wander. Private parking is available on-site for an extra charge, which makes this an easy choice if you are arriving by car and do not want city-centre parking headaches.
Rooms & Dining
All rooms come with modern en suites, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, plus free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. On site there is a bar, the Village Grill restaurant and a Starbucks coffee shop, along with meeting rooms for business travellers. It is not fine dining, but for a family stay the mix of pool, parking and casual food under one roof is hard to beat at the price.
Who It Suits & Practical Tips
This is the one for families and anyone watching the budget who still wants a proper swim. If you would rather be central and do not mind paying more, the Radisson Blu has a child-friendly pool on the Royal Mile, while spa-focused couples should look at the Sheraton Grand in the West End.
- The 20-metre pool and jacuzzi are the biggest in this guide
- The spa and wellness centre costs extra and is open to day visitors — it can get busy at weekends
- On-site parking is available for a fee
- Leith and Stockbridge are both walkable for food and a stroll
- Buses run into the centre, so you do not need to drive everywhere
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is the pool at the Village Hotel Edinburgh?
It is a 20-metre family-friendly pool with a jacuzzi alongside — the largest hotel pool in this guide, and well suited to families who actually want to swim lengths.
Is the spa included in the room price?
The pool is available to guests, but the wider spa and wellness centre carries an additional cost. The spa is also open to day visitors, so it can be busy at weekends.
How far is it from the city centre?
Crewe Toll is a short drive or bus ride north-west of the centre, and within walking distance of Leith and Stockbridge. On-site parking makes it easy if you are driving.