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The Scotsman Hotel

4.0 star property
Upscale Victorian hotel, walk to Royal Mile

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Front of property
Penthouse Suite | Terrace/patio
Feature Family Room
Meeting facility
Director Twin or Double Room, City View | City view
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

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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

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Director Double Room

Director Double Room

9.3/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Feature Twin or Double Room

Feature Twin or Double Room

9.7/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reporter Twin or Double Room

9.6/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Penthouse Suite | Living area

Penthouse Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Feature Twin or Double Room, City View

Feature Twin or Double Room, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Headline Suite | City view

Headline Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reporter Double Room

9.4/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Director Twin or Double Room | Living area

Director Twin or Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Publisher Suite

Publisher Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Feature Family Room

Feature Family Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Director Twin or Double Room, City View

Director Twin or Double Room, City View

8.9/10 Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 34.0 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Edinburgh

The Scotsman Hotel places you in the centre of Edinburgh, steps from Royal Mile and within a short 5-minute stroll of Princes Street. Highlights at this boutique hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Grand Cafe, is open for brunch, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. 646 square feet (60 square metres) of event facilities include 4 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include coworking space. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is available. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Old Town Edinburgh hotel include St. Giles' Cathedral and University of Edinburgh.

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

Upscale Victorian hotel, walk to 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 metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly The Scotsman Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in 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
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Scotsman Hotel offers 79 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include dressing gowns, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • Grand Cafe

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 646 square feet of conference space
  • Coworking space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • 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

More

  • 10 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1899
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - January 2019
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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: from approximately GBP 18.95 for adults and from 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 all 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).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Scotsman Hotel?

The Scotsman Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 24 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scotsman Hotel on 31 May 2024 start from AU$781.84, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Scotsman Hotel?

The closest beach to The Scotsman Hotel is Portobello Beach (4.9 km).

What makes The Scotsman Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Scotsman Hotel.

Does The Scotsman Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, guests quite like the buffet brekkie here! Served daily, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Scotsman Hotel?

No, The Scotsman Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Scotsman Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves brunch, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Scotsman Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Scotsman Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Scotsman Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 701 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1004 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

6/10 Okay

Martyn

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

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

8/10 Good

Hazel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Philip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Work underway at front of property which was heard in room until early in morning. Air conditioning not working and we were given a Dyson fan to heat room which had to be switched off at night so noise from it did not keep us awake. Told engineers would fix air con fault but after 2 days we left with Dyson still in place. Wind got up on second night and caused horrendous banging which appeared to come from window frame on room next door. Has to sleep with ear plugs which forrtunately i carry. Scotsman to date have failed to reply to my email regarding our stay. Overall, disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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STAY HERE!!!! Location,staff, rooms, it was the best part of our recent trip to Europe.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024