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The Scotsman Hotel

4.0 star property
Victorian Edinburgh hotel in Old Town Edinburgh with a 24-hour fitness center

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Front of property
Director Twin or Double Room | Living area
Feature Family Room
Property entrance
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Director Double Room

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 area

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 (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
  • ‪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

Upscale boutique hotel near Royal Mile
Princes Street and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are located near The Scotsman Hotel, which provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Grand Cafe, offers brunch, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and conference space.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, wedding services, and coworking spaces
  • An elevator, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 79 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, 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 transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 22.50 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

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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.
  • 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

More

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • 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

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

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 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

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 22.50 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)

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

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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 Jan 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scotsman Hotel on Jan 28, 2025 start from CA $257.11, 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.

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?

Check-out 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 from City Art Centre and Royal Mile. Princes Street and University of Edinburgh are also within 10 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. 706 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1003 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

rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning hotel and great staff along with a excellent location. Highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
I was a bit underwhelmed by the property. We contacted the staff about a problem with the heater and they said they would have maintenance address it but no one ever did and they didn't offer us a heater for our room until our last night there after we had brought the issue up multiple times.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous customer service. Gorgeous room. Quirky bits of the hotel - just an all round great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosslyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and rooms. Parking garage wasn’t too far away to walk from and there is so much to do in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

john

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
rooms were not cleaned till very late afternoon and not very well lost item at hotel and have try to call for last 5 days with no answer at hotel only booking centre
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catalina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

joseph

Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a gorgeous hotel! We spent 48 hours for Christmas in Edinburgh. Perfectly located in Old Town and close to the holiday market. Chloe at the front desk was lovely and found me a room that was quiet with the most amazing view over the castle. The staff went out of their way to make sure our stay was enjoyable. Thank you to everyone for making my Christmas a memorable one. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Without doubt, the best hotel stay and experience I’ve had in Edinburgh so far. Excellent quality all around and a wonderful festive vibe for the Christmas season!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seraphina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Stay from start to finish. Couldn’t get a better location. Room was fantastic - bed super comfortable- bathroom was gorgeous - shower piping hot. Hotel Bar was awesome - Christmas Decor beautiful throughout. If we ever go back to Edinburgh I will be staying at The Scotsman and would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with partner
We had a chance to spend a night in Edinburgh and this place was fantastic. The location is great, the staff was very helpful and I wish we were able to stay a couple more days. Will definitely stay here next time.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Tiffany

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you’re not driving, this property is an excellent choice. Parking in Edinburgh can be challenging, but the location offers convenient access to shopping and is close to the castle.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always seen this hotel when we have been to Edinburgh and wanted to stay there. Did not disappoint.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teava

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property. So good we extended our stay. phenomenal customer service. Our room was a great size even compared to North American standard size rooms. The food and service at their grand cafe was up to the same standards.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You cannot ask for a better property than The Scotsmen Hotel. The grand look and atmosphere really make you feel like royalty. If arriving by train (which I highly recommend), the train station is right across the road for your convenience with bags. A little tip, the door that is on Market Street that looks like a service door will lead to a lift so you don't have to trek up the mountain of Scotsmen Stairs with your luggage. Just out the other side of the hotel you are not even a whole block away from the royal mile, which is amazing. And the location is perfect to get to New Town as well. Definitely will be back when we come for another Scotland visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, great city!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and really friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David, Charleston

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here previously and love the fact that it is literally across the street from Waverley train station. Rooms are quite large with many having incredible views toward the city. And do not miss visiting the absolutely gorgeous Grand Cafe.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sinead

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old hotel with lots of history. Spectacular location. Good food and staff. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Pam

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