The Scotsman Hotel, Edinburgh

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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1YT
Great
8.8
9.1
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4.1
4.1
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The Scotsman Hotel offers luxury accommodations with stunning views of Edinburgh's iconic landmarks. This 4-star hotel features historically preserved architecture and modern amenities, including a fitness suite and a boutique cinema. Guests can enjoy signature amenities such as complimentary whisky on arrival and specially selected Arran Sense of Scotland toiletries.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at the Scotsman Hotel combine original building features with modern comforts. Each room is fitted with amenities such as complimentary Wi-Fi, a minibar, and Egyptian cotton linen. The hotel offers various room types, including the Penthouse Suite with a private balcony and views of Edinburgh Castle.

Dining Options

Dining options at the Scotsman include The Grand Café, offering a brasserie-style menu and weekend live music. Guests can relax with drinks and snacks in the dedicated bar areas, including The Press Bar and The Hide Bar. A seasonal breakfast buffet features items sourced from local suppliers.

Leisure & Events

The Scotsman provides a fitness suite with high-quality equipment for guests. The hotel also features a unique boutique art deco cinema, the Scotsman Picturehouse, showcasing a curated film selection. Event spaces, including the Jura and Fettercairn Suites, are available for meetings and weddings.

Location & Transportation

Located in Old Town, the hotel is steps from top attractions such as Edinburgh Castle and the Scott Monument. Public transport, including Jeffrey Street bus stop and Waverley Station, is within walking distance. A range of local dining and shopping options can be found nearby.

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The Scotsman Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Feature Twin or Double Room
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Reporter Double Room
2 persons
335 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Director Double or Twin Room
2 persons
370 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Publisher Suite
2 persons
755 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

The Scotsman Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.7/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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The Scotsman Hotel Location

20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1YT
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20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1YT
Nearby
Gallery
Scottish National Gallery
1800 ft
High Street 2 Warriston's Close
The Real Mary King's Close
1100 ft
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
600 ft
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
700 ft
Monument
Scott Monument
1600 ft
Museum
The Writers' Museum
1800 ft
Museum
Gladstone's Land
1800 ft
Museum
Museum of Childhood
900 ft
Nicolson Street
Surgeons' Hall Museums
1900 ft
2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)
Brass Rubbing Centre
600 ft
Museum
John Knox House
1100 ft
Gallery
City Art Centre
300 ft
Church
Mercat Cross
700 ft
Restaurants
Laila's Mediterranean Bistro
500 ft
63 Cockburn Street
La Locanda Italian Edinburgh
500 ft
61 Cockburn Street
Grand Cafe Edinburgh
100 ft
20 North Bridge
Prezzo
100 ft
7-9 North Bridge
Scran Bistro
400 ft
7 North Bridge Arcade
Patisserie Valerie Northbridge
400 ft
25 North Bridge
Gurkha Cafe & Restaurant
600 ft
25/27 Cockburn Street
Market Street Kitchen
400 ft
2 Market St
Getting around
City Centre
Edinburgh3 min  ·  700 ft
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI)21 min  ·  8.5 mi
Dundee Airport (DND)146 min  ·  60.2 mi
Train
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station3 min  ·  700 ft
Bus
Bus stop3 min  ·  700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP22.50 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of floors:
10
Number of rooms:
82
Former name
The Scotsman

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Scotsman Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 1374 verified reviews
8.7/10
Great
89%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.0/10
Cleanliness
9.1/10
Comfort
9.2/10
Facilities
8.7/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.5/10
Location
9.6/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.0/10
Staff
9.0/10
Value for money
8.0/10
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based on 3714 reviews
4/5
based on 2618 reviews
8.8/10
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