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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
Director Twin or Double Room, City View
Bar (on property)
Director Twin or Double Room, City View | City view
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

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

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10/10 Excellent

Would definitely stay again ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Malcolm
Jun 9, 2024
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Director Double Room

Director Double Room

9.6/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Feature Twin or Double Room

Feature Twin or Double Room

9.4/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 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

9.3/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 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
Separate bedroom
  • 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
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 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
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reporter Double Room

8.3/10 Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 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
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 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
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 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
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 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

9.4/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 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 is located in Old Town Edinburgh, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, and is in the entertainment district and near a train station. National Museum of Scotland and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Murrayfield Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 3 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 8 min walk
  • Grassmarket - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 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 boutique hotel refurbished in 2019 and located near Royal Mile
St. Giles' Cathedral and National Museum of Scotland are located near The Scotsman Hotel, which provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in reception and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Grand Cafe, offers brunch, lunch and dinner. In addition to conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and 4 meeting rooms
  • Coworking spaces, concierge services and smoke-free property
  • Tour/ticket information, a front desk safe and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the breakfast, helpful staff and overall condition
Room features
All 79 rooms offer comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and dressing gowns. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and electric kettles

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
  • 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Scotsman
Scotsman Edinburgh
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The Scotsman Hotel Hotel
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Hotel The Scotsman Hotel Edinburgh
Edinburgh The Scotsman Hotel Hotel
Hotel The Scotsman Hotel
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The Scotsman Hotel Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is The Scotsman Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 17 Jun 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scotsman Hotel on 30 Jun 2024 start from NZ$840.18, 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.

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 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Scotsman Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Scotsman Hotel located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this boutique hotel is steps away from City Art Centre and Royal Mile. Princes Street and St. Giles' Cathedral are also within 5 minutes. Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is only a 2-minute walk and Edinburgh Waverley Station is 3 minutes.

The Scotsman Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 707 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 193 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1007 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

8/10 Good

LEE

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, very good room condition(except so many flies…), lovely staffs, perfect breakfast and center of Edinburgh! Stay in this hotel was my dream, finally dreams come true!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Dan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is dated, the carpet is probably 40 years old with all kind of stains. The furniture is filthy uninvited. The room was not very clean upon our arrival with hair all over the place in the bathroom and toilets. The area around is under construction and had limited car access, needed to roll luggage on street to access the hotel. The room advertised by expedia did not exist or made unavailable to us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Beautiful suite, very helpful associates, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm, Ashbury

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay again ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fantastic hotel. We will be coming back. Great location. Beautiful architecture and design. The room was large, comfortable and well equipped. I wish we had stayed longer. Highly recommend. And the bar, restaurant and breakfast were all amazing. Best fish and chips we’ve every had, and I’m from England!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Travelled with partner
Convenient to the train station and the royal mile. Many dining and shopping options nearby. Excellent breakfast choices.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay and in great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, gorgeous room, enjoyed breakfast. Charlie, Steve ( concierge) Mauricio, Kieran all excellent! Can’t remember the lovely young ladies names at front desk, but they were also so welcoming. The hotel is a gorgeous building with an excellent location.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024