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The Scotsman Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star boutique hotel near Edinburgh Castle

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Penthouse Suite | Living room | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV
Reception
Exterior
Meeting facility
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1TR
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Feature Twin Or Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Publisher Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Publisher Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Headline Suite | City view

Headline Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Penthouse Suite

  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reporter Twin or Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(61 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Director Double Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Director Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Feature Twin or Double Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Feature Twin or Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reporter Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Feature Twin or Double Room, City View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Feature Twin or Double Room, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Director Twin or Double Room, City View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Director Twin or Double Room, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)
  • City view
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Feature Family Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Feature Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reporter Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

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

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Director Twin Or Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Director Twin Or Double Room City View

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Director Twin Or Double Room City View

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Reporter Twin Or Double Room

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reporter Twin Or Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Feature Twin Or Double Room City View

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Feature Twin Or Double Room City View

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Penthouse Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Feature Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Feature Family Room

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Feature Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Publisher Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Penthouse Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Headline Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Heart of Edinburgh.A stay at this Old Town Edinburgh hotel places you steps from Royal Mile and a 5-minute walk from Princes Street. Edinburgh Castle and City Art Centre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Giles' Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Grassmarket - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 3 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bella Italia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brewhemia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grand Cafe at the Scotsman - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Scotsman Hotel

4-star boutique hotel near Edinburgh Castle
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 meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a 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
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Scotsman Hotel offers 79 accommodations with minibars and safes. 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 phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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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

  • 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

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • 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 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)

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 a fire extinguisher, 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
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each 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

How close is The Scotsman Hotel to the airport?

The Scotsman Hotel is 8.2 mi (40-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 Scotsman Hotel?

As of Apr 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scotsman Hotel on Apr 20, 2026 start from $277, 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.

Does The Scotsman Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Scotsman Hotel.

How close is The Scotsman Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 3.2 mi (21-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14.3 mi (40-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Scotsman Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Scotsman Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 22.50 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Scotsman Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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.

Is there free parking at The Scotsman Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Scotsman Hotel have a pool?

The Scotsman Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Scotsman Hotel have a restaurant?

The Scotsman Hotel is home to Grand Cafe, which features brunch.

Does The Scotsman Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Scotsman Hotel to downtown Edinburgh?

The Scotsman Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Edinburgh.

The Scotsman Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 721 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 176 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1006 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room, friendly staff, good food and great location for exploring Edinburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The carpets in the room are looking a bit grubby. There was a young blonde waitress in the breakfast room that looked like she had just woken up, not brushed her hair and her white shirt looked like she had slept in it, it was so creased and tatty. She also has a bad work ethic standing at the toaster to keep warm and not lifting dish!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely amazing suite I had. Beautiful decor luxurious finish , stunning bathrooms. Great cinema too. Rooms are immaculate and spacious. Breakfast was ok. I asked for eggs royale , wasn’t hot. Salmon cold. My only slight complaint
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Cathie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We stayed for a short break to celebrate my daughters birthday and first time visit to Edinburgh. The staff were welcoming and helpful but when we entered our room the smell of sewage coming from the bathroom was awful! We called reception and were told they'd send someone up straight away. After 20+ minutes no one had arrived so we had to speak to reception again on our way out for the afternoon. Nice touch of a bottle of Prosecco in our room, but overall the room was a bit unkept, stains on the carpet, curtain and lampshade and dust on the panelling. Tea/coffee wasn't replenished and had to call reception for fresh milk. We didn't use all of the amenities although we did stop for a cocktail in the Grand Cafe, sadly these were small and extremely overpriced, one glass even had a huge block of ice in it and barely any drink! Disappointingly breakfast was served in what seemed to be a converted meeting room, not a restaurant or the like. Even though the hotel was beautiful, staff helpful and was convenient and centrally located, I doubt we'd stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They treated us like we were spending thousands of dollars. Chocolates and thank you cards for our Honeymoon. And a bottle of Proseco. The restaurant was great. Everyone was kind and generous to us.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yermonia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was cold as heating wasn't working I called reception and they brought a heater to the room.
Beautiful spacious room
Complimentary whiskey
Beautiful large shower room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was very clean, staff very helpful, breakfast was lovely and the bar very enjoyable with nice atmosphere. However room 807 wasn’t anything like the website category which is what made us choose this room grade and pay a bit extra as it was a special occasion celebrating my 60th birthday. The room was in the roof, so slanted ceilings and quite dark and the only way we could see the city view was through the roof velux windows and if on top toes as we had to lean over the table and lamps. The website also led us to believe there was a little table and chairs in the room, of which we were hoping to have a breakfast at one if the mornings whilst watching the world go by. Shame as everything else about the hotel was just what we wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best location for walking around Edinburg stag is so friendly and helpful Rooms are newly renovated, spacious and comfortable Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a wonderful hotel which our family had a fabulous stay in. The room was clean and lovely. The hotel is perfectly situated. The hotel is beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff all very pleasant and helpful. Room very well equipped and very comfortable. We chose to have breakfast in room and it was amazing. Stay completely exceeded our expectations. Thank you so much!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gita

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

10/10 Excellent

kathleen

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa Palumbo

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Room was spotlessly clean, great in room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas William napier

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, we had a suite and it was amazing. My husband loved the equipment in the gym. The hotel is centrally located near the Royal Mile. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stunning even got an upgrade. Staff super friendly traditional “Scot” feeling . Food was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian, Lawrenceville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and great place
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Overall great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025