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The Scotsman Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star boutique hotel near Royal Mile

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Front of property
Penthouse Suite | Terrace/patio
Feature Family Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Meeting facility
Director Twin or Double Room, City View | City view
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

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Map
20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1TR
  • Popular LocationRoyal Mile3 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Edinburgh8 min walk
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle10 min walk
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)27 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Director Double Room

Director Double Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Director Double Room

9.3/10 Wonderful
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Feature Twin or Double Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Feature Twin or Double Room

9.7/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Reporter Twin or Double Room

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reporter Twin or Double Room

9.6/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Penthouse Suite | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV

Penthouse Suite

  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Feature Twin or Double Room, City View

Feature Twin or Double Room, City View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Feature Twin or Double Room, City View

  • 200 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Headline Suite | City view

Headline Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reporter Double Room

9.4/10 Wonderful
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Director Twin or Double Room

Director Twin or Double Room | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV

Director Twin or Double Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Publisher Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Publisher Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Feature Family Room

Feature Family Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Feature Family Room

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Director Twin or Double Room, City View

Director Twin or Double Room, City View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Director Twin or Double Room, City View

8.9/10 Excellent
  • 366 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Heart of Edinburgh.A stay at this Old Town Edinburgh hotel places you steps from Royal Mile and a 5-minute walk from Princes Street. University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 3 min walk
  • Princes Street - 3 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 8 min walk
  • Grassmarket - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 10 min walk

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 1 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 2 min walk
  • The Beer House - 3 min walk
  • Brewhemia - 2 min walk
  • Albanach - 2 min walk
  • Whiski Bar & Restaurant - 2 min walk

About this property

The Scotsman Hotel

4-star boutique hotel near Royal Mile
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. 4 meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 646 square feet (60 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly The Scotsman Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services. A complete renovation of The Scotsman Hotel was completed in January 2019.

This Victorian Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 79 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • 646 sq ft of conference space
  • 60 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1899
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Scotsman Hotel offers 79 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (GBP 18 per night); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: GBP 18.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 18.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 18 per night(656 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Scotsman Hotel to the airport?

The Scotsman Hotel is 8.2 mi (28-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Scotsman Hotel?

As of May 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scotsman Hotel on Jun 4, 2024 start from $457.74, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Scotsman Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Scotsman Hotel.

How close is The Scotsman Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 3.2 mi (14-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 19.6 mi (48-min drive) from Silver Sands Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Scotsman Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Scotsman Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 18.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children.

Is there a casino at The Scotsman Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Scotsman Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Scotsman Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Scotsman Hotel have a pool?

The Scotsman Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Scotsman Hotel have a restaurant?

The Scotsman Hotel is home to Grand Cafe, which features brunch.

Does The Scotsman Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Scotsman Hotel to downtown Edinburgh?

The Scotsman Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Edinburgh.

The Scotsman Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 8 - Good. 197 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1006 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1006 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marilee

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

GONZALO MAURICIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful and classy hotel with excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful historic hotel with modern facilities
Stunning hotel with a nice balance of old features and architecture but with modern amenities. Very conveniently located to Waverley train station and the Royal Mile. Staff service was fantastic, food very good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Martyn

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Easy access from railway station ,entrance to hotel on same level as road via doorway to lift. Friendly and helpful staff through out the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I went to stay in this hotel with my mum for valentines and in our room they put some chocolates in are room and Theo’s was a people were nice and I can wait to come back. I had so much fun. Zara-rose, 8 years old.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

M S

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel which is conveniently located opposite Waverley Train station. Staff all very friendly and polite. All the visitor attractions nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our wee room, great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024