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The King James, Edinburgh
The King James Hotel is located right near Edinburgh’s world-famous Princes Street, and a short walk from the historic Royal Mile. Whether you’re here for work or pleasure, to visit the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, with the Hotel right near dozens of Fringe venues or to see in the New Year at Edinburgh's Hogmanay, you’re guaranteed a warm Scottish welcome.
Located near Edinburgh's Princes Street and right near the Royal Mile in Edinburgh Centre, The King James Hotel (formerly known as Thistle Edinburgh Hotel) is a four star luxury hotel. Situated near Edinburgh's Waverley Train Station and Edinburgh Airport and the Hotel is ideally located for business meetings, special events, weddings and conferences. On-site car parking is also available at an additional charge on a first-come-first-served basis.
Being located in Edinburgh Centre near so many top attractions makes the King James Hotel a favorite among Fringe Festival goers and as well as a favourite Hogmanay Hotel. With its upgrade packages and discounted room rates, guests find this Edinburgh hotel an exceptional value. Furthermore, The King James offers a wide range of room options, having 143 bedrooms, including Suites, in the Hotel.
For Edinburgh business meetings and special events, the Hotel offers meeting room hire, conference room facilities and wedding halls and reception venues. For large meetings, special events or conferences with up to 250 attendees,the King James offers seating for dinner or theatre style in the largest of our seven meeting rooms.
One of Europe’s top destinations for city breaks, Edinburgh has been the capital of Scotland since 1437. Now the seat of the Scottish Parliament, it’s famous round the world for its Edinburgh Fringe Festival, which runs for three weeks each summer, while revellers pack Edinburgh hotels every New Year for the riotous fun of Hogmanay.
When it comes to things to do in Edinburgh, you’re spoiled for choice, but whether you’re here for work or pleasure, the Fringe or to see in the New Year, you’re sure of a warm Scottish welcome.
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Save 20% on all room only prices for stays between 26th February and 25th March 2010 inclusive. From only £36 per room per night.
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Amateur performers of all ages try to impress the judges at the Edinburgh Festival of Music, Speech and Dance. The festival culminates with the Final Concert at The Queen's Hall where the best soloists are accompanied by a full orchestra.
The Edinburgh International Science Festival attracts around 70,000 visitors for a variety of hands-on activities, workshops and shows for children, demonstrations, exhibitions, talks and tours, offering more than 200 events in 20 venues throughout the city.
Held every year at the top of Edinburgh's Calton Hill, the Beltane Fire Festival is a modern take on an ancient Celtic fertility ceremony. Costumed revellers dance around the hill accompanied by drummers, musicians and spectacular props.
The two actor-guides in the Literary Pub Tour take visitors around old and new Edinburgh with dramatised stories of the city's literary wits. Starting at the Beehive Inn, it takes in historic pubs and quirky landmarks, ending at the Café Royal.
Angel Delight is a monthly superclub for ladies only, held on the top floor of The Venue in Edinburgh. Resident DJ Michelle is joined by special guests each month for a night of feminine charm and high octave fun.