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The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

3.0 star property
3-star Georgian hotel near Edinburgh Castle

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Lounge
Lounge
Four Poster Double | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Bar (on property)
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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29-31 Abercromby Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 6QE
  • Princes Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Royal Mile
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room, lower ground floor | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Room, lower ground floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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Kingsize Double/Twin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Kingsize Double/Twin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Double/Twin, lower ground floor | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Executive Double/Twin, lower ground floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double, lower ground floor

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double/Twin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Double/Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Four Poster Double | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Four Poster Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Royal Scots Club at 34A, lower ground floor | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Royal Scots Club at 34A, lower ground floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Heart of Edinburgh.Within a 10-minute walk of this Edinburgh City Centre hotel, you'll find George Street and Princes Street. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • George Street - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Princes Street - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Royal Mile - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafēn Speciality Brew Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Archipelago Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Urban Angel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Scotch Malt Whisky Society - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Six by Nico - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

3-star Georgian hotel near Edinburgh Castle
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 1012 square feet (94 square meters) and includes conference space. A library, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh.

This 3-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1012 sq ft of conference space
  • 94 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1810
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh offers 25 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: GBP 45.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 45.00

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh to the airport?

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh is 8.8 mi (27-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh?

As of Aug 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh on Aug 25, 2025 start from $193.07, 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.

Does The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh.

How close is The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh to the beach?

This hotel is 3.3 mi (14-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14.7 mi (33-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh have a pool?

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh does not have a pool.

Does The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh have a restaurant?

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh is home to Members Dining Room, which features British cuisine, garden views, and light fare.

Does The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh to downtown Edinburgh?

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh is 0.4 mi away from Edinburgh.

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 702 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristen, Pearl City

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Julie

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
The check-in employees were very rude. It took 5 days to get clean sheets on our bed. While inside the main hotel we felt like outcase.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Carol

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s definitely dated but the location was perfect. Room was small. Towel warmer in bathroom didn’t work and coffee pot hadn’t been cleaned-nor the Nespresso dispenser. Breakfast was good. We would book again, but I would try for different area of club.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alessandro

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disastrous honeymoon

We booked 4 nights for our honeymoon. We expected an average stay at a reasonable price, with a historical/bed and breakfast vibe. The entrance & common areas reflected that expectation. As we made our way to our room, it changes. The walk to our room required multiple stairs, turns, and 4-5 doors. It was unbelievable, like we were inside a maze. The room was incredibly small. Terrible view, furnishings were old, musty, outdated. The worst part of our stay was our "bumpy lumpy" bed. Late in the evening of our 1st (and only) night, my husband went to the lobby and explained that it was our honeymoon. Obviously he asked if we could upgrade or if anything could be done for us. He was told they were "completely sold out". Then he was told that if we wanted to make any changes to our reservation, we needed to call Hotels.com because our booking was through them. That's fair, but I wish we had been treated a little better considering it was our honeymoon. Ultimately we just wanted to check-out early without getting penalized for the remainder of our stay. I mean, if they were "completely sold out" then they should be happy to have a free room back, right? When we finally checked out, the woman at the desk was strange, off-putting. We were very civil, never carried on or complained or yelled but finally we simply said, we just could not get any rest on that bed. She said nothing. We left for a Hilton and never got a follow-up from a manager.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s always a great pleasure to stay here. Great location, old world charm and reasonably priced.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

maxine

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Very elegant

Staff were lovely & so helpful especially the reception staff Breakfast very poor quality & value Bedroom was gorgeous but not been dusted for a while I would recommend it’s very elegant
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lakshman

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Away from the noisy center, but close enough to walk there. Rooms and bathrooms are spacious and clean. Two things to be aware of. All the rooms are below street level, some two levels below. The other is the separate hot and cold faucets in the sink - a very archaic and inconvenient concept. There is a stopper, but the thought of washing one's face in a basin that you (and former guests) spit into wasn't appealing. Managed by filling my hand with cold, then hot water.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is unique and really a whole different experience than I’d find anywhere else. From the key entry to the furnishings to the decor, this place oozes history and a level of luxury which can’t be found in many other places. The staff is wonderful, friendly, and offer a level of personalized service… we felt that we mattered, we weren’t just the next client in the machine. We would absolutely come back. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert Leigh

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very nice place to stay. Off the beaten path but in a very nice neighborhood. The club had a lot of history that was fun to investigate. Staff was super nice and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Stanley

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Can’t say a bad word

Booked as a Christmas gift for my parents - they haven’t stopped raving about it since. Have heard more about the hotel than their trip to Edinburgh! They loved the history and atmosphere and said the staff were delightful and it was well located for wandering around the city. Really surprised that somewhere I took a total chance on was such an unexpected holiday highlight for them!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property has a lot of Scottish military history that you can peruse on the various levels of the establishment. The staff were amazingly helpful giving us directions to the various tours and attractions in and around Edinburgh. They had good maps of the area and arranged taxis for us when we needed them. All and all a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John, FPO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place for the value. Location awesome, good little bar, nice breakfast location, large room, charming but older decor.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
A nice place to stay with a 24hr desk, elevator and friendly staff. The ‘only’ issue was an evening where the fire alarm went off a number of times and the staff assured patrons that it was a fault sensor - evidently, turned-off temporarily with manual walk around that evening? Some testing was done unannounced the next day (potentially serious but thank goodness no real-emergency). I’m sure the efficient & professional staff will work out the issue, sooner than later. Otherwise, a wonderful, interesting place to stay centrally located in a great walk-about neighborhood full of coffee shops, antique shops & nice dining!! Robert
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

dante

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Stay

Amazing Staff and great location. a very elegant, historic and spacious Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colby

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a really wonderful stay and a fantastic staff. Will never be a fan of having to leave a key at the front desk, and since I had a bad knee at the time, it could be quite a maze to get to our room from the lift-but at least they had a lift! The rooms did overheat a bit and the fan didn't do much to coutneract it, particularly with the bedding, but we slept well and it was decently close to everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Edith

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint property with very friendly staff. Clean comfortable rooms and a in-house restaurant and bar.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Gwendolyn

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025