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The Scotsman Hotel

4.0 star property
Upscale Edinburgh hotel in Old Town Edinburgh with 24-hour front desk

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Front of property
Penthouse Suite | Terrace/patio
Feature Family Room
Meeting facility
Director Twin or Double Room, City View | City view
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

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Map
20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1TR
  • Popular LocationRoyal Mile3 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Edinburgh8 min walk
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle10 min walk
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)29 min drive
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Room options

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Director Double Room

Director Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Feature Twin or Double Room

Feature Twin or Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reporter Twin or Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Penthouse Suite | Living area

Penthouse Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Feature Twin or Double Room, City View

Feature Twin or Double Room, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 200 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Headline Suite | City view

Headline Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reporter Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Director Twin or Double Room | Living area

Director Twin or Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Publisher Suite

Publisher Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Feature Family Room

Feature Family Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Director Twin or Double Room, City View

Director Twin or Double Room, City View

Director Twin or Double Room, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 366 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Edinburgh

The Scotsman Hotel is located in Old Town Edinburgh, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, and is in the entertainment district and near a train station. National Museum of Scotland and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Murrayfield Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 3 min walk
  • Princes Street - 3 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 8 min walk
  • Grassmarket - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 10 min walk

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 1 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 2 min walk
  • The Beer House - 3 min walk
  • Brewhemia - 2 min walk
  • Albanach - 2 min walk
  • Whiski Bar & Restaurant - 2 min walk

About this property

The Scotsman Hotel

Upscale boutique hotel refurbished in 2019 and located near Royal Mile
Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle are located near The Scotsman Hotel, which provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Grand Cafe, offers brunch, lunch, and dinner. In addition to conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Wedding services, coworking spaces, and concierge services
  • Smoke-free premises, 4 meeting rooms, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say good things about the breakfast, helpful staff, and overall condition
Room features
All 79 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and electric kettles

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

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 for a fee: GBP 18.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Grand Cafe

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 646 square feet of conference space
  • Coworking space

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • Built in 1899
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - January 2019
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 18.95 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 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

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

Is The Scotsman Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Scotsman Hotel?

As of May 12, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scotsman Hotel on May 20, 2024 start from CA $524.49, 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.

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 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Scotsman Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Scotsman Hotel located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this boutique hotel is steps from City Art Centre and Royal Mile. Princes Street and St. Giles' Cathedral are also within 5 minutes. Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is only a 2-minute walk and Edinburgh Waverley Station is 3 minutes.

The Scotsman Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 8 - Good. 197 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1003 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was beautiful and the staff was excellent! The only thing that was a little inconvenient was the parking but it wasn’t too terrible.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

sharad, Brookline

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were Very disappointed with stay and room - room has a brick wall in window and very dark and musty air even though we booked a 400 dollar room. I don’t recommend anyone stay here. Maintenance person confirmed no WiFi works in an entire area of hotel ever. Beds were not changed to twin either after confirming to do. Worst service. Seems to be penalized for booking thru Expedia as others who paid same got better rooms. Area around the hotel is also a mess.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the heart of the city. Beautiful hotel, great location. A bit of construction in the area but did not affected the stay. Parking not available at the hotel but the hotel staff provided a place very easy, reliable and near the hotel. Hotel restaurant had delicious food. Overall very happy with my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Robert D

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location surrounded by construction. Not clear where to drop bags. Dining good. Excellent location near Royal Mile.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for those to enjoy Edinburgh by train or foot. Great staff who helped with laundry, reservations and more. Quiet room. Good blacklit drapes. Love having drinks and supper down at the restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHEILA

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Scotsman was right across the street from the train station making it easy for two with women with a lot of luggage. The hotel was clean and the rooms were spacious. The food was delicious and was available until late morning. The staff was amazing, and the concierge even walked us to the train station to help us find the right train to our next destination.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay at the Scotsman. Perfectly located next to the Old Town, and small walking distance to the New Town. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024