Virgin Hotels Edinburgh — Photo by Virgin Hotels

Virgin Hotels, the luxury lifestyle hotel brand by Virgin Group founder SirRichard Branson, has announced plans to open inEdinburgh, Scotland. Expected to open in 2020, the development marks an important moment in Virgin Hotels' history and is expected to be joined by more UK and European projects in the coming years.

The hotel will be located in the landmark India Buildings at 1-6 Victoria Street inEdinburgh'sOld Town. The space itself will feature 225 Chambers and Grand Chamber Suites; multiple dining and drinking outlets, including the brand's flagship space, Commons Club, as well as numerous meeting spaces. In re-envisioning the building the design team will work to preserve its notable elements while adding a sense of style and sophistication. The property will offer a stunning mix of old and new.

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh will be completed in partnership with owner Flemyn and developer Jansons Property and will be managed by Virgin Hotels, and asset managed by Siggis Capital. All of Virgin's Partners have extensive experience in developing, owning and operating hotels in UK andEurope.

Located just steps from the city's famed Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, the hotel will offer a distinctive and dynamic addition to this remarkable city.