The hotel, which will officially open on Wednesday, August 5, transforms the long-vacant Osborne House into a modern hospitality hub complete with a fresh structural extension.
Developed and owned by S Harrison and built by Ogilvie Construction, the development introduces 157 rooms and 549 beds to the Scottish capital.
Guests can choose from a range of accommodation options, from private single, double and multi-bed rooms to individually bookable beds in shared dormitories, all complemented by communal facilities including a guest kitchen, bar, lounge areas, breakfast area and outdoor terrace.
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Designed to meet the needs of different travel styles, the hotel welcomes a broad range of guests, from families and student groups to backpackers, festival-goers, conference attendees and business travellers.
Ajit Menon, CEO of MEININGER Hotels, said: “Expanding into Edinburgh is a natural next step for our brand.
“The city boasts steady year-round tourism, excellent transport connections and a diverse mix of visitors. We are thrilled to revive a long-dormant building, enhance the local hospitality offering and support the growth of Edinburgh’s tourism economy.”
The Edinburgh opening forms part of MEININGER’s ongoing expansion strategy and follows recent and upcoming developments across Europe, including projects in Barcelona, Strasbourg, Madrid and Porto.
Ajit Menon added: “Our strategy is based on sustainable, long-term growth rather than rapid expansion.
“We continue to invest in destinations where we see long-term potential and where our hybrid concept can offer genuine value to guests. Edinburgh represents an exciting new chapter for MEININGER and an important step in our future growth plans.”
Ahead of opening, MEININGER Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket has recruited an international team of around 20 employees across guest-facing and operational roles.
Will Harrington, Hotel Manager at MEININGER Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket, said: “We’ve focused on building a collaborative and diverse culture from the very beginning.
“Everyone contributes to the guest experience, and we’re looking forward to welcoming visitors while becoming part of the local community.”
