The new hotel, at St James Quarter, will bring a playful twist on Scottish culinary culture with three dining concepts. The top floors and panoramic terraces of the hotel will be home to Scotland’s first Sushisamba restaurant and a Brazilian-inspired speakeasy cocktail bar named Joao’s Place, alongside a buzzing iteration of the W Lounge.
Bookings for the first tables across all restaurants and bars are now open ahead of the hotel’s November launch. To book a table or make an enquiry, visit www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/ediwh-w-edinburgh/dining/
5. Joao's Place at night
Gguests and visitors to W Edinburgh alike will be offered the opportunity to discover Joao’s Place. A secret speakeasy offering incredible Brazilian-inspired cocktails, Joao’s is an intimate apartment-like space inspired by the São Paulo neighbourhood of Liberdade. Photo: Third Party
6. Joao's Place terrace
A first of its kind, Joao’s Place will act as a new destination for the best in pioneering mixology in Edinburgh, offering an enviable menu of premium spirits and curated closed-loop cocktails. The space itself is inviting, warm and humble, with low lighting and curated lounge music with a Brazilian twist playing from a vinyl selection. Guests are set to enjoy the intimate atmosphere from relaxed couches, tableside, or at the bar, alongside a spacious terrace with outdoor fire features and stunning views of the city. Photo: Third Party
7. Rooftop W Deck
On the open-air rooftop W Deck, custom igloos will allow guests to enjoy the breath-taking views of the city no matter the weather. Moving inside, the all-day dining venue offers comfortable lounge decor coupled with a convivial atmosphere. Photo: Third Party
8. W Lounge bar
W Lounge will offer an inventive cocktail menu that leans into the myths and creatures of the Gaelic nations, which is also reflected in the design of the space. Tipples on offer include Èiridh - The Rising (Plum Teeling Poitin, Pear Eau de Vie, Peychaud Bitters, Lemon & Scottish Honey Cordial) and Ùrachadh - Awakening (Highland Park 12, Treacle Cordial, Coffee, Cream & Flamed Spices). Photo: Third Party