The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

3.0 star property
3-star Georgian hotel near Princes Street

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Royal Scots Club at 34A, lower ground floor | Bathroom | Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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29-31 Abercromby Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 6QE
  • Place, George Street
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Andrew Square
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double, lower ground floor

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Kingsize Double/Twin

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Four Poster Double

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

Family Room, lower ground floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Double/Twin

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive Double/Twin, lower ground floor

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

Royal Scots Club at 34A, lower ground floor

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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. Also, St. Andrew Square is within half a mile (1 km) and Grassmarket is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • George Street - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • St. Andrew Square - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Princes Street - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Princes Street Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grassmarket - 12 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

  • ‪Starbar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Six by Nico - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wellington Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cafēn Speciality Brew Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chez Jules - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

3-star Georgian hotel near Princes Street
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
  • Water dispenser
  • 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.

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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
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

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

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 fire extinguisher and 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, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and 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 Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh on Jun 15, 2026 start from $234, 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 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

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 728 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1008 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was great, breakfast really nice, staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ji Won

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, clean room, great bar, good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fabiana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel!! Amazing location, everything was spotless, the staff very very nice, and near everything, highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
very nice quiet hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room large, clean, well furnished & equipped, excellent modern ensuite, staff courteous, super breakfast, ornate interiors all over the hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are renovating some rooms but the place was excellent the food, the staff, and above all the location is perfect for walking to all major sites in the city. Also very close to public transportation. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, clean and very comfortable room. Excellent breakfast. Great central location. Helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Traditional Hotel, magnificent features. Warm homely lounge. Short walk to Princess Street, Castle & Old Town.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dougald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay would do it again. Food was awesome. Great service and very good staff every where
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, traditional hotel space with terrific historic memorabilia. Beautiful, spacious room with excellent ensuite with deep tub!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very Friendly, old world charm, very clean. It was the perfect stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel. Lots of local cbarm and great location. Plenty of room and the family room was great for a family of four.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Findlay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless room. Nice staff. Love the place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, wonderful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was well prepared, fresh and tasty !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Zeeshan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Selim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was amazing, the quality ingredients and the fast friendly service. The ladies on reception were lovely as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was just great. Excellent staff, beautiful room. Such a lovely place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A wonderful regal hotel steeped in history. Clean, warm and very helpful friendly staff. A very relaxing atmosphere in the evening whilst employing the use of the bar.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice historical building. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gretchen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was great and the staff super helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, comfortable and central.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dionne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a beautiful city. Warm and cozy just what you need after a fantastic day sightseeing and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025