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The Scotsman Hotel

4.0 star property
Boutique hotel with restaurant, near Royal Mile

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Penthouse Suite | Living room | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV
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Penthouse Suite | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV
Director Twin or Double Room | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV
Feature Family Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
The Scotsman Hotel offers upscale boutique comfort near Royal Mile. Discover a charming blend of old and new, from the fireplace in the lobby to Grand Cafe's delicious meals. Guests rave about the breakfast, helpful staff, and location - making this hotel a haven for relaxation and exploration. Enjoy 4 meeting rooms, coworking spaces, coffee/tea in the lobby or simply unwind with dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • 24-hour room service
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
  • Minibar
$239 nightly
The total price is $287
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Total includes taxes and fees

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Director Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Director Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Feature Twin or Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Feature Twin or Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Reporter Twin or Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Penthouse Suite | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV

Penthouse Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Feature Twin or Double Room, City View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Feature Twin or Double Room, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 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

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 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
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Director Twin or Double Room | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV

Director Twin or Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Publisher Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Publisher Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Feature Family Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Feature Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Director Twin or Double Room, City View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Director Twin or Double Room, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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 Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 1 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 3 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 28 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 23 min walk

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

You'll be in a fantastic location at The Scotsman Hotel, just a 5-minute walk from Royal Mile and Princes Street. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Grand Cafe, which serves lunch and dinner. This boutique hotel is also within just a 10-minute walk of University of Edinburgh and George Street. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 7 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes.

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 79 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Offsite parking nearby (GBP 18 per night; discounts available)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Coworking spaces
  • Conference space (646 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1899
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Banquet hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED light bulbs

Special features

Dining

Grand Cafe - This restaurant serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 22.50 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 18 per night (656 ft away; open 24 hours)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Scotsman Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Scotsman Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Scotsman Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Scotsman Hotel?

No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Scotsman Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Scotsman Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. The Scotsman Hotel also has a 24-hour fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near The Scotsman Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Grand Cafe.

What's the area around The Scotsman Hotel like?

The Scotsman Hotel is in Old Town Edinburgh, a short 7-minute walk from St Andrew Square Tram Stop and 3 minutes' walk from Royal Mile. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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The Scotsman Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
Breakfast
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Train station
Restaurant
Lobby

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, good, and very good with many options available. (36 reviews)
  • The property's restaurant served excellent meals and had great service. (10 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very large room and good bed. Convenient location, though if there’s a next time I will stay in new town. The grand cafe, part of the hotel, served a delicious tea in a beautiful setting.
Sabine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel location was excellent but beyond that the decor, service and food were all wonderful. Every staff member was helpful and friendly. I would absolutely stay there again if I were lucky enough to return.
Les, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay with a convenient location
Jennifer, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Charming hotel with friendly and professional staff
Judy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

fantastic location and the room was amazing!
pamela, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel with friendly, helpful staff
Margaret, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A wonderful central place !
sarah, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location. Super close to Waverley. Easy walking to both new and old towns.
Christina, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely team, nice rooms, ideal locato explore Central Edinburgh
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

I liked the location of the hotel. It was close to the Royal Mile.
Natasha, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic service, great location and beautiful property. Super cozy. We stayed 3 nights and would definitely stay again.
Lauren, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel. Close to train station.
John, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location for reaching the Royal Mile, lovely, large rooms (Reporter rooms)
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was amazing.
Jerrie Michelle, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Scotsman was a truly wonderful experience from booking until leaving! We will come back again if we return to Edinburgh!
Derrick, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful old hotel very conveniently located!

Beautiful old hotel. Location was great to explore Edinburgh old town. We were able to walk everywhere we wanted to go. Room was large and quiet. Modern large bathroom with a large walk-in shower. Very comfortable beds with extra pillows upon request. Breakfast was very good. Loved the hot chocolate available at reception each day. It was pricey which is why I gave it 4 stars instead of 5.
Jackie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My room was just beautiful! It was the best room I stayed in during my entire trip. I wish I could have stayed there longer.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay

Stunning bedroom and bathroom. A little welcoming dram of whiskey to enjoy. But best of all were the friendly helpful staff. A wonderful stay!
Angela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

About our stay

The location is very convenient to everything. The staff was great to help with places to go eat and advice for traveling the town.
Adam, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

People were nice and helpful. There was no coffee maker in the room. Other than a desk chair there was nowhere else to sit but the bed.
William, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect place in Edinburgh

Wonderful classic hotel with great location. Wonderful restaurant.
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved the convenience of this mproperty
GARY, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet, clean, cozy, room wasn't just plain drywalled walls. Room had some character. Front desk staff were super nice and helpful
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful!

Wonderful location; helpful staff; great food; easy to walk and experience the magic of Edinburgh
Sandy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ivor (been there for 24 years) was great
Paul, 2-night trip