Dakota Edinburgh

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Forth Rail Bridge
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Front of property
Deluxe Suite
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Free airport shuttle
    Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Room service
    Room service

Explore the area

Map
Ferrymuir Retail Park, South Queensferry, Scotland, EH30 9QZ
  • Forth Road Bridge
    3 min drive
  • Forth Rail Bridge
    4 min drive
  • Dundas Castle
    6 min drive
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    10 min drive

Room options

Executive Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed (Dakota)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Signature Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • 40 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Twin Room (Dakota)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

South Queensferry

At Dakota Edinburgh, you'll be 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Forth Rail Bridge and 12.4 km (7.7 mi) from Edinburgh Zoo. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a free airport shuttle. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a gym. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-property class South Queensferry hotel include Linlithgow Palace and Princes Street.

What's nearby

  • Forth Road Bridge - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Forth Rail Bridge - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Edinburgh Zoo - 14 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Murrayfield Stadium - 18 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 21 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

  • South Queensferry Dalmeny Station - 3 min drive
  • Ingliston Park & Ride Tram Stop - 11 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scotts - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Railbridge Bistro - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Thirty Knots - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Manna House South Queensferry Limited - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Fico's Italian Bistro - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Dakota Edinburgh

Hotel with free parking, near Forth Rail Bridge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). The business-friendly Dakota Edinburgh also features a fitness centre, concierge services, and room service (during limited hours). Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star South Queensferry hotel is smoke free.

  • 130 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Dakota Edinburgh offers 130 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This South Queensferry hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Polish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 19 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Grab bar in shower (70 centimetre high)
  • Lift (86 centimetre wide door)
  • Roll-in shower (90 centimetre wide)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (74 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Airport shuttle is available from 6 AM – 10 PM Monday – Friday.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 6 January 2025 to 10 January 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Dining venue
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Dakota Edinburgh

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 full breakfast: from approximately GBP 19 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per night

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, debit card or cash deposit 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, debit cards and cash
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 cash deposit, credit card or debit 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, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • One child aged 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Dakota Edinburgh Hotel
Dakota Forthbridge Hotel
Dakota Forthbridge South Queensferry
Dakota Forth Bridge Edinburgh
Dakota Edinburgh South Queensferry
Dakota Edinburgh Hotel South Queensferry

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Dakota Edinburgh?

Yep, Dakota Edinburgh has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Dakota Edinburgh?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dakota Edinburgh on 1 Dec 2024 start from NZ$180.12, 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 Dakota Edinburgh?

The closest beach to Dakota Edinburgh is Silver Sands Beach (10.7 km).

What makes Dakota Edinburgh a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Dakota Edinburgh.

Is Dakota Edinburgh family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free airport shuttle, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Dakota Edinburgh is a hit with families.

Does Dakota Edinburgh serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is served on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dakota Edinburgh?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Dakota Edinburgh?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The property will be renovating its dining venue from January 6 2025 until January 10 2025 (completion date subject to change).

What time are check-in & check-out at Dakota Edinburgh?

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

Are pets allowed at Dakota Edinburgh?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Dakota Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 786 out of 1089 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 1089 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1089 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1089 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1089 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kymberli

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and dining options were AMAZING! The hotel had plenty of easily accessed parking, and our dtay was delightful. The hotel is not as close to downtown Edinburgh as would be preferred if you are planning on shopping there, but there is a bus directly outside the hotel, which is an easy option for getting there, and honestly, i think the area is quieter for not being right in downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and close to the airport, clean accommodation and a reasonable meal - nothing to complain about!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Martine M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Impressed
First time we've stayed at a Dakota Hotel, will definitely be making a return visit. Excellent customer service, fabulous food and a convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

4/10 Poor

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The reason we booked was location to airport and shuttle service, however they don’t offer shuttle services on the weekend. The snarky check in girl let me know that it was on the website but I needed to click through several pages to find it. What?!?
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay! They changed our room to accommodate my husband's disabilities. The breakfast was good (very Scottish) and the parking was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lilitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing! Fabulous staff with excellent energy in an aesthetically appealing environment.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

L. G. Love

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location outside the centre with easy access to Edinburgh Airport EDI and convenient pre-book shuttle during the week. The bus stop is also steps away from the front door. Simple elegance in foyer, dining room and lounge. George is a mixologist extraordinaire and maintains exceptional service standards for the serving staff. Breakfast buffet and al a carte options are delectable. Looking forward my next visit to Edinburgh and otherUK Dakota Hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

GEMMA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The entrance is nice. The room was too dark so could not apply make up easy. The bed was not the comfiest. No slippers or gown. We have had slippers in other dakota hotels. Molton brown wash items were lovely. Shower was great. Breckfast was too expensive. The gym was very small but enough in there. The blinds were veey dusty in the room. Taking 50 deposit is annoying this shoukd only be a pre authorisation not something that had to be paid back. The area was nice. Queensferey town is cute and a short walk away.Tesco just a few steps away.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was beautiful. Wonderfully designed, rooms were spacious and impeccably clean, staff was friendly and helpful, dinner in the restaurant was fantastic, and only 15mins drive to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an absolutely beautiful stay at this hotel! The friendly staff went above and beyond, holding our baggage, bringing it to our room, and even booking a taxi for our early departure. While it's an hour commute to the city center, the bus service runs every 20 minutes, making it easy to get around. Excellent experience overall!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I just like the warm vibes you get right when you walk in the door . The rooms were clean and cozy . The front desk people were very helpful and polite .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Actually quite disappointing
I was surprised to find that my room did not have a fridge, as its a std in most hotel rooms worldwide. Someone had obviously burnt the desk in the room in a few places ( room120) and it hasn't been repaired. And lastly there was no one on duty at reception to check out, after waiting 10 mins (3:30am) I had to just leave my key
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so helpful and friendly .Room was very comfortable with a great shower in the bathroom .We were getting an early morning flight from Edinburgh airport ,so the receptionist very kindly offered to arrange a wake up call for us . We had a really delicious meal in the restaurant the night before we were due to fly.The food and service could not have been any better . The only negative comment I can think of is that there was a little bit of dust in our bedroom and also on the bathroom shelf .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful ambience inside the lobby. Nice short walk down to the Harbor which has cute shops and restaurants. Hotel room was clean, comfy, and had a nice assortment of coffee/tea and snacks. We
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah and Paul, Chatham

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a convenient location for our purpose.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David, Minneapolis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to spend the night before or after the airport! Helpful staff and great room :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

TAMMY

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David, Rockwood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ameae

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Very enjoyable, good food, helpful staff, great shuttle from the airport. Definitely will choose again. Room was minimally lit ( eco positive) and control of lighting a little tricky to work out. This contributed to not being able to work out how to use the espresso machine!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
hotel is warm and inviting as was the staff; room comfortable and clean; shuttle service and driver very helpful. would def return!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This a very nice Hotel. The staff, the restaurant / bar was superb. Complimentary breakfast was a plus. We chose this location because it was close to the airport, and mid-point to the historic sites we wanted to visit. We also chose it because of the on-site secure parking and on-site dining facilities. Note: the hotel does NOT supply bath wash cloths. Bring a loofa !
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024