The Scotsman Hotel

Boutique hotel with restaurant, near Royal Mile

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

Penthouse Suite | Living room | 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.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Bar
24/7 front desk
Gym
Air conditioning
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

$448 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

Why we love this property

Beautiful vintage charm

Set in the city center's historical district, this boutique hotel showcases exquisite Victorian architecture. A perfect blend of history and urban elegance.

Flavor-filled dining

A restaurant serves delicious meals with couples dining available. A bar offers drinks, and a buffet breakfast powers morning adventures.

Sleep sanctuary

High-end comfort with bathrobes, premium bedding, and hypo-allergenic options await. Blackout drapes ensure perfect sleep after enjoying 24-hour room service.

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Tomorrow

Oct 29 - Oct 30

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 22 of 22 rooms

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

Feature Twin Or Double Room

Sleeps 2

Publisher Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Bathrobes

Eco-friendly toiletries

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Headline Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Bathrobes

Eco-friendly toiletries

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Penthouse Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Separate bathtub and shower

80 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Reporter Twin or Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Bathrobes

Eco-friendly toiletries

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Director Double Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Bathrobes

Eco-friendly toiletries

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Feature Twin or Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Bathrobes

Eco-friendly toiletries

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Reporter Double Room

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Bathrobes

Eco-friendly toiletries

32 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Director Twin or Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Bathrobes

Eco-friendly toiletries

35 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Feature Twin or Double Room, City View

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Bathrobes

Eco-friendly toiletries

18 sq m
1 bedroom
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Director Twin or Double Room, City View

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Bathrobes

Eco-friendly toiletries

34 sq m
1 bedroom
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Feature Family Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Rainfall showerhead

Hair dryer

50 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Reporter Double Room

Sleeps 2

Director Double Room

Sleeps 2

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

Publisher Suite

Sleeps 2

Director Twin Or Double Room

Sleeps 2

Director Twin Or Double Room City View

Sleeps 2

Reporter Twin Or Double Room

Sleeps 2

Feature Twin Or Double Room City View

Sleeps 2

Penthouse Suite

Sleeps 2

Feature Family Room

Sleeps 4

Headline Suite

Sleeps 2

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Pet friendly
Parking available
Free WiFi
Restaurant

$372 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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About the neighborhood

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
Grassmarket - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
University of Edinburgh - 7 min walk - 0.7 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

‪Bella Italia - ‬1 min walk
‪Brewhemia - ‬1 min walk
‪Albanach - ‬2 min walk
‪Grand Cafe at the Scotsman - ‬1 min walk
‪Royal Mile Tavern - ‬2 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.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 79 rooms
- Arranged over 10 floors

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

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

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

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Offsite parking nearby (GBP 18 per night; discounts available)

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.

Also known as

Hotel Scotsman

Scotsman Edinburgh

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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.