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The Scotsman Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star boutique hotel near Royal Mile

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1TR
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Giles' Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Feature Twin Or Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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Headline Suite | City view

Headline Suite

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

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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
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reporter Twin or Double Room

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

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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
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)
  • City view
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reporter Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Director Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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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. University of Edinburgh and Grassmarket 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 - 7 min walk - 0.4 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
  • ‪Brewhemia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bella Italia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grand Cafe at the Scotsman - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Scotsman Hotel

4-star boutique hotel near Royal Mile
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, 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).

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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 May 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scotsman Hotel on Jun 28, 2026 start from $437, 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. 713 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful five-night stay at The Scotsman Hotel. The staff was incredibly friendly, especially during check-in.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Christine

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

James

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Arriving by car is a no no. There’s nowhere to stop at all. Internally, it was very noisy all night with loud footsteps, doors banging and kitchen starting service early and people using service entrance. I was on floor 2 In room furniture was very worn and covered in stains, which is pretty disgusting for the price.
Room 204
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Daisie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location of the hotel is unrivalled. Literally step out the train station and you're there. The Front Desk staff were incredibly helpful. We were a little early arriving so they kindly looked after our luggage for us. When we returned they remembered our names, checked us in and our luggage was already safely in our room. We had also received a complimentary upgrade. The room was incredible, spotless and cosy. We also ordered room service breakfast for the next day which had a huge range of options, arrived bang on the time requested and was delicious! Would highly recommend and will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
CLean Room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Gorgeous room, very spacious. Lovely staff - friendly and helpful. Nice touches like a welcome drink in the room. Gym was small but very nice and well equipped for a quick workout. Great location. The Grand café restaurant and the cinema were fab too - discount for hotel guests made a big difference too
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was wonderful! The location was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fabulous stay! Friendly staff, easy check in, room was amazing with fantastic city views, great location, very well equipped and super clean. I mentioned it was my partner’s birthday and was pleasantly surprised with the complimentary bottle of Prosecco and a birthday wish on arrival. Can’t wait to stay again! Got to be one of my favourite ever hotel stays.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved my stay ! I’ll absolutely be coming back soon !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
R. Room was styish and spacious. Staff courteous and friendly. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

gavin

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was gorgeous and the reception and concierge staff were fabulous. A great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were great Room was brilliant Breakfast was excellent Will definitely try and stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and inviting. The bed was very comfortable. I honestly could find no fault. We had lunch in the Grand restaurant and the French onion soup is to die for. I am disabled and travel with a mobility scooter. There was a young man, I believe his name is Oliver. He was such a delight and very helpful. He helped us with getting an uber and event assisted us on our walk to the car. He smiled and was just lovely. Also, I cannot remember her name, but there was a lovely Irish lass who walked with me to the elevator and outside to get my train. Just an absolutely delightful stay. Really enjoyed the Regency experience also.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent room, courteous staff. The grand cafe was lovely for drinks at the end of the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joseph, Cerritos

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

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