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The Scotsman Hotel

4.0 star property
Victorian hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Penthouse Suite | Living room
Exterior
Feature Family Room
Meeting facility
Director Twin or Double Room | Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym

Room options

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Director Double Room

Director Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Feature Twin or Double Room

Feature Twin or Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Reporter Twin or Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Penthouse Suite | Living area

Penthouse Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
Deep-soaking bath
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Feature Twin or Double Room, City View

Feature Twin or Double Room, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Headline Suite | City view

Headline Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Reporter Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Director Twin or Double Room | Living area

Director Twin or Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Publisher Suite

Publisher Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Feature Family Room

Feature Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Director Twin or Double Room, City View

Director Twin or Double Room, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 34 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1TR

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

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
  • ‪Brewhemia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Albanach - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Whiski Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bella Italia - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Scotsman Hotel

Upscale boutique hotel near Royal Mile
Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle are located near The Scotsman Hotel, which provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in reception and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Grand Cafe, offers brunch, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a 24-hour gym and conference space.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), concierge services and a lift
  • Coffee/tea in reception, a front desk safe and tour/ticket information
  • Wedding services, a 24-hour front desk and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 79 rooms offer comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, size rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and electric kettles

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • Grand Cafe

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

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.
  • Lift
  • 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
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1899
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 22.50 for adults and from 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 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

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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Scotsman Edinburgh
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Scotsman Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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?

Checkout 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 away from City Art Centre and Royal Mile. Princes Street and University of Edinburgh are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is only a 2-minute walk and Edinburgh Waverley Station is 3 minutes.

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The Scotsman Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 709 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1004 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

frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the hotel. Great location- Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect situation and hotel was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central convenient and nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very nice time there it’s a beautiful hotel highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Amenities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, superb staff, comfortable room, & an excellent breakfast. I highly recommend the Scotsman Hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with a convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location and wonderful service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with great everything.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Beautiful room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property within walking distance of many attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Amenities
Great staff, location, and restaurants. What more can you ask for?
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jill

Not very friendly staff, noisy. Pricey for very small rooms. Location is primary reason why people stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
fantastic location and the room was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about property was excellent despite the road construction in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rens van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

SArah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was quite comfortable. Although a bit worn on furniture. Beds lovely. Great location to tourist attractions and to train.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with friendly, helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The morning breakfast is excellent and rooms are spacious though a bit worn down in spots. Our coach had three tears in the back of it and some linen had some tears. I’m not an overly picky person but felt I should point it out so they can see the feedback.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful central place !
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Super close to Waverley. Easy walking to both new and old towns.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabiano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location-close to the royal mile
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately this grand hotel has a very loud rock music pub on back side so don’t get a room on the backside of this hotel unless you want loud music til 2am :/ the room was spacious and nice except we couldn’t get our sleep and staff could not do anything about it ; also glad we waited to rent our car too we were leaving Edinburgh bc parking is horrible ; we used uber everywhere !it us walkable to so much history and shopping , pubs & the castle ! We had a “salad” in the resyuranut which was over priced and not so great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025