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The Scotsman Hotel

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

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$367
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

Explore the area

Map
20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1TR
  • Royal Mile
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Princes Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • St. Giles' Cathedral
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Director Double Room

Director Double Room

Highlights

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

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Feature Twin or Double Room

Feature Twin or Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
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

Highlights

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

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Penthouse Suite | Living area

Penthouse Suite

Highlights

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

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 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
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
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
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Publisher Suite

Publisher Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Feature Family Room

Feature Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
2 bathrooms
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Director Twin or Double Room, City View

Director Twin or Double Room, City View

Director Twin or Double Room, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • 34 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, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Grand Cafe, is open for brunch, lunch and dinner. 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. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Old Town Edinburgh hotel include St. Andrew Square and University of Edinburgh.

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

Victorian Edinburgh hotel in Old Town Edinburgh with a 24-hour fitness centre
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. A 24-hour fitness centre, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly The Scotsman Hotel.

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 bathrobes, 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 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.
  • 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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 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 at the property

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 22.50 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.

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 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scotsman Hotel on 23 Feb 2025 start from NZ$366.59, 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 give top marks to the buffet brekkie here! Served daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day 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. 707 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 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

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 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

Benjamin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was friendly and accommodating. We were impressed by the hotel’s design and location. We will definitely visit again.
Stayed 4 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

Mirim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place that any first timer would love!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 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

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lewis

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gunnar

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

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Architecturaly amazing facility.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels we’ve stayed in Edinburgh
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay overall. Breakfast a bit disappointing for a hotel of this caliber.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Busy City without parking nearby
Beautiful hotel, large room, in the city next to the busy train station. No parking nearby, had to pay to park at the rail station 10 min walk away. No place to drop off baggage on arrival or upon checkout. Road construction and layout in this part of town is very congested. It is near a lot of tourist sites. Hotel food was average, but there are some good eateries nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024