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Dakota Edinburgh

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Forth Rail Bridge

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A restaurant interior with brick walls, wooden slats, leather seating, and pendant lighting.
A modern building with a sign reading "Dakota" and a parking lot with several cars.
A modern lounge area with a grey sofa, patterned cushions, and a vase with flowers.
A modern lobby with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a brick accent wall, and a desk area.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Ferrymuir Retail Park, South Queensferry, Scotland, EH30 9QZ
  • Place, Queensferry Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Forth Road Bridge
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Forth Rail Bridge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Signature Suite

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.

Signature Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a mirror.

Junior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a brick accent wall, and a desk area.

Executive Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside lamp, a TV, and a desk with a phone and remote control.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • River view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Double Bed (Dakota)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed (Dakota)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(166 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Twin Room (Dakota)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a mirror.

Classic Twin Room (Dakota)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a flat-screen TV, and a small table with bottles.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a brick accent wall, a window with blinds, a nightstand with a lamp, and framed artwork on the wall.

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

South Queensferry

In South Queensferry .You'll find Forth Rail Bridge and Dundas Castle within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Hopetoun House and Deep Sea World are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Queensferry Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Inchcolm Abbey - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Forth Road Bridge - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Port Edgar - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Forth Rail Bridge - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • South Queensferry Dalmeny Station - 3 min drive
  • Ingliston Park & Ride Tram Stop - 11 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pret A Manger - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Escape Lounges - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Sir Walter Scott (Wetherspoon) - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪All Bar One - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Dakota Edinburgh

4-star hotel near Forth Rail Bridge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). The business-friendly Dakota Edinburgh also features a fitness center, concierge services, and room service (during limited hours). Self parking is free.

This 4-star South Queensferry hotel is smoke free.

  • 130 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Dakota Edinburgh offers 130 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This South Queensferry hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 22 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (34 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in shower (28 inches high)
  • Roll-in shower (35 inches wide)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (29 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Dakota Edinburgh

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 22 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per night

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Dakota Edinburgh Hotel
Dakota Forthbridge Hotel
Dakota Forthbridge South Queensferry
Dakota Forth Bridge Edinburgh
Dakota Edinburgh South Queensferry
Dakota Edinburgh Hotel South Queensferry

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dakota Edinburgh to the airport?

Dakota Edinburgh is 5.7 mi (10-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dakota Edinburgh?

As of Aug 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dakota Edinburgh on Sep 10, 2026 start from $201, 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 Dakota Edinburgh have an airport shuttle?

Dakota Edinburgh offers a free airport shuttle, available from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM at scheduled times.

How close is Dakota Edinburgh to the beach?

This hotel is 10.2 mi (24-min drive) from Silver Sands Beach.

Does Dakota Edinburgh offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Dakota Edinburgh, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 22 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Dakota Edinburgh?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Dakota Edinburgh?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Dakota Edinburgh?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Dakota Edinburgh have a pool?

Dakota Edinburgh does not have a pool.

Does Dakota Edinburgh have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Dakota Edinburgh have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Dakota Edinburgh to downtown South Queensferry?

Dakota Edinburgh is 0.3 mi away from South Queensferry.

Dakota Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1072 out of 1457 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1457 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1457 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1457 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1457 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food, great rooms, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Milford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great hotel and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, great bar!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay and the food was really good!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Nice and relaxed with a nice bar and restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous room, super clean, lots of space and lovely reception areas in the hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, brilliant shower , very comfortable bed .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean & quiet hotel near the airport. Walking distance to A cute little town Queensferry.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dakota is as expected great accommodation with great food and service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, staff was very helpful and polite. Beds were comfortable and it was only 15 minutes to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stylish, very clean and well appointed room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing hotel, clean welcoming and friendly staff. On-site restaurant is also very tasty food everytime.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bhupinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent rooms, great atmosphere, prime location close to the City Centre. Staff are exceptional.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Clean, welcoming staff and just a great place to relax Keep going back and would say it’s getting better
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room . Excellent shower facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful stay the place was very warm and had a warm atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kabiraj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service!Excellent room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice industrial boho chic decor super friendly staff especially Ruth at concierge
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent spot out away from the city. Felt almost country like but an easy 10 minute drive from the airport. Room was exquisite with lots of on site amenities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just a great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

ingram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great welcome, friendly and attentive staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

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