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The Scotsman Hotel

4.0 star property
Victorian hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Penthouse Suite | Living room | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV - The Scotsman Hotel (Edinburgh)
Exterior - The Scotsman Hotel (Edinburgh)
Director Twin or Double Room | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV - The Scotsman Hotel (Edinburgh)
Feature Family Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe - The Scotsman Hotel (Edinburgh)
Meeting facility - The Scotsman Hotel (Edinburgh)
The Scotsman Hotel blends historic charm with modern comfort. Enjoy a welcoming fireplace in the lobby and memorable meals at the Grand Cafe. Guests love the excellent breakfast, attentive staff, and prime location for exploring Edinburgh.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Showing 22 of 22 rooms

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Feature Twin Or Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Publisher Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Publisher Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Headline Suite | City view

Headline Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Reporter Twin or Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Director Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Director Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Feature Twin or Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Feature Twin or Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Reporter Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Feature Twin or Double Room, City View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Feature Twin or Double Room, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Director Twin or Double Room, City View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Director Twin or Double Room, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Feature Family Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Feature Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Reporter Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Director Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV

Publisher Suite

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Director Twin Or Double Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Director Twin Or Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Director Twin Or Double Room City View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Director Twin Or Double Room City View

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Reporter Twin Or Double Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Reporter Twin Or Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Exterior detail

Feature Twin Or Double Room City View

  • Sleeps 2

Penthouse Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Feature Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Headline Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel is in the entertainment district and near a train station. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and Grassmarket. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1TR

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Grassmarket - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

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

  • ‪Bella Italia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brewhemia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Albanach - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grand Cafe at the Scotsman - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Royal Mile Tavern - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Scotsman Hotel

Upscale boutique hotel near Royal Mile
Princes Street and Grassmarket 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), tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Wedding services, coworking spaces, and concierge services
  • Smoke-free premises, 4 meeting rooms, and a banquet hall
  • 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

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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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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 at the property

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 a smoke detector and 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 Oct 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scotsman Hotel on Nov 9, 2025 start from $301.76, 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 St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 7 minutes.

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The Scotsman Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 708 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 188 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1015 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

Lucie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, beautiful room, convenient to train station.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very attentive and the restaurant was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room, service and location. Definitely would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very friendly and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our room and the character. This hotel is conveniently located by the rail and food and royal mile. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and great rooms at the center of downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. The only negative comment I have is the carpet was filthy.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Amenities
Staff is top notch! They help you with anything you need. Literally the best people ever. Beautiful amenities and rooms. Super convenient location to anywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, however, there is no taxi station in front of the hotel due to construction.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the Scotsman was kind and attentive. Edinburgh is a fantastic city and the Scotsman was the perfect location for our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about this hotel. Our only negative feedback is there were no hair dryers in the rooms and the restaurant on floor 3 was slow and rude service. We waited 40 minutes just to be greeted for our drinks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historical hotel. Close to the Royal Mile.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

rich

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing hotel! Everything was incredible. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was really nice However the downside was lack of gluten and dairy free options at hotel breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

LJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Location was great and the room was spacious. However the windows were so dirty the view we had wanted to enjoy was impeded. Such a great facility let down by a task that would have been easy to overcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to all the action on the Royal Mile.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katarina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff and the service was excellent, the room was lovely. Couldn't recommend more!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
:)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect situation and hotel was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the hotel. Great location- Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the location. Fantastic front desk and staff. A bit of renovation (painting) was being done in some corridors. We had a very nice sized room. The carpet and couch could be replaced. We only had snacks and cocktails at the restaurant and they were fine. We enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel with a great location. We loved their picture house. However parking is offsite and unloading is a problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous staff and location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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