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The Scotsman Hotel

4.0 star property
Experience warm hospitality at an upscale boutique hotel near iconic landmarks like St Giles' Cathedral.

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Front of property
Exterior
Feature Family Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Director Twin or Double Room | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV
Property entrance

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • 24-hour room service
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
Feel at home
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
  • Minibar
The price is $245
includes taxes & fees
$204 per night
Feb 11 - Feb 12

Room options

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

Director Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reporter Twin or Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Feature Twin or Double Room, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 200 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Headline Suite | City view

Headline Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reporter Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Director Twin or Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Publisher Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Feature Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
2 bathrooms
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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

Director Twin or Double Room, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 366.0 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1TR

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 1 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 3 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 28 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 23 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brewhemia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Albanach - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Whiski Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bella Italia - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Scotsman Hotel

You'll be in a fantastic location at The Scotsman Hotel, just a 5-minute walk from Royal Mile and Princes Street. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Grand Cafe, which serves lunch and dinner. This boutique hotel is also within just a 10-minute walk of St. Giles' Cathedral and Princes Street Gardens. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 7 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes.

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 79 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Offsite parking nearby (GBP 18 per night; discounts available)
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Coworking spaces
  • Conference space (646 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1899
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Banquet hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED light bulbs

Special features

Dining

Grand Cafe - This restaurant serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 22.50 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 18 per night (656 ft away; open 24 hours)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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Scotsman Edinburgh
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Scotsman Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Scotsman Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Scotsman Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Scotsman Hotel?
No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Scotsman Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Scotsman Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. The Scotsman Hotel also has a 24-hour fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near The Scotsman Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Grand Cafe.
What's the area around The Scotsman Hotel like?
The Scotsman Hotel is in Old Town Edinburgh, a short 7-minute walk from St Andrew Square Tram Stop and 3 minutes' walk from Royal Mile. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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

4/10 Fair

Very disappointing for a highly-rated hotel
Heating didn't work so it was freezing. Shower didn't work. No tea- or coffee-making facilities in the room. Wardrobe door broken so its light was on all night.
Patrick, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

5 star
Amazing stay. Highly recommended.
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in great location
Great location and lovely staff. The room was very nice and a great size, although it looked out on to a brick wall which made it very dark. The breakfast was very good and the service was excellent.
Lyndsay, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect place in Edinburgh
Wonderful classic hotel with great location. Wonderful restaurant.
Susan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Heather, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Almost excellent...
enjoyed our stay overall. at checkin we were told our room was small and asked if we wanted to upgrade. we declined and were delighted with our cosy room on the 8th floor which offered fantastic views across the city. staff were all very helpful. our only disappointment was breakfast on the first morning which cost £22.50 each. some of the food on the hot buffet was shrivelled and the fried eggs were set hard....disapponting for a hotel of this standard at that price.....even a premier inn cooks fried eggs freshly for their customers! when asked if everything was ok we replied no, told them what the problem was and the staff agreed to fix it thefollowing day, which they did. The hotel is very central and ideally situated if travelling to Edinburgh by train. Had it not been for the issue with breakfast, this would have been a rating of excellent.
John, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and Hotel. Comfortable beds. Family suite is huge.
Dennis, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Some staff really tried to serve and provide a great experience whereas one or two others seemed a bit uninterested or stressed with other activities. Fairly nice rooms but not as light as we would have hoped. central location close to Royal Mile, but quite busy around it with lots of construction.
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Holly, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

T R, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Dean, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect
Wonderful welcoming lobby with lovely staff. Our room was divine and exactly what needed to celebrate our anniversary. We will definitely be back!
Laura, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely room with a very comfortable bed, sofa and nice bathroom. Cosy and quiet whilst being in the centre of town.
Miss, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome
Great location for a stay in Edinburgh.
Leonor, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Heather, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Beautiful but not easy
A beautiful space, but more form than function. The heat wasn't working. Our otherwise beautiful bathroom had a slightly musty smell, little shelf space for our things, and shampoo, etc., pumps that were difficult to work. The in-room safe was needlessly complicated to work. But the staff was uniformly friendly and helpful.
2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Girls weekend
Fantastic location for accessing the royal mile. No parking at hotel but a few 24hr car parks a short walk away. Little bit of train noise but given the proximity to Waverley station that is to be expected. Room was spacious and well equiped
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Needs a lot of repairs
Lovely old hotel, in great location, but in need of much TLC. For the nightly price, it should be nicer quite frankly. We were given a new room right away bc the room they gave us on the 8th floor had a toilet that was already clogged before we got there. They tried to fix, but couldn't so moved us to a smaller, less pretty room, which was a stinker. Beds are SO firm, like brick. I couldn't sleep any of the 3 nights we were there due to the bed firmness. Rooms are also so HOT, the temp gauge doesn't work at all. The lift is so teeny tiny and always about 26 people trying to get in. Pretty hotel, but not worth the money at all.
Stephanie, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was friendly and accommodating. We were impressed by the hotel’s design and location. We will definitely visit again.
Benjamin, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great room for families. It was huge with three beds and a sitting area. Very convenient to the train station and all the sights and sounds around Edinburgh.
Brandon, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic stay! Friendly and informative staff. Nothing is a problem. Room very clean and in great locations. Couldn’t have asked for a better stay.
John, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Whitney, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gunnar, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Architecturaly amazing facility.
Wayne, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had 2 very small issues. 1 the wifi was spotty and 2 the soap dispenser bottles don't work well, but overall the these are minor.
Kent, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"Very nice accommodation and facilities provided by the hotel which gave a nice touch"
Reasons to Book
Beautiful Rooms & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM