The Scotsman Hotel

Property class: 4

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A short walk from Royal Mile and Princes Street, The Scotsman Hotel 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 a 24-hour gym and conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is SAR 796
SAR 1,003 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

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A spacious living room with a large sofa, a coffee table with magazines, and a kitchen area in the background.

Publisher Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A spacious living room with a large TV, wooden cabinets, a round coffee table, and a comfortable seating area.

Headline Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Penthouse Suite

  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a lamp, a radio, and a nightstand.

Reporter Twin or Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(71 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a mirror.

Director Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a round coffee table, and a nightstand.

Feature Twin or Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a radio, and a wooden headboard.

Reporter Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A modern living room with a sofa, a round coffee table, a desk, and a TV.

Director Twin or Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.

Feature Twin or Double Room, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair and a small table, a nightstand with a lamp and radio, and a view of buildings through large windows.

Director Twin or Double Room, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)
  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a TV, and a seating area.

Feature Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel is in the entertainment district and near a train station. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and George Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1TR

What's nearby

  • A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.
    Royal Mile
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A historic cathedral with intricate Gothic architecture, a statue, and a cobblestone square.
    St. Giles' Cathedral
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A park with a pathway, benches, and trees. In the background, there are historic buildings and a clock tower.
    Princes Street
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A historic building with a statue, a clock tower, and a busy street.
    George Street
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A historic castle on a hill with a crowd in the foreground.
    Grassmarket
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    2 min walk
  • Bella Italia
    1 min walk
  • Brewhemia
    1 min walk
  • Landy’s
    2 min walk
  • Albanach
    2 min walk

About this property

The Scotsman Hotel

  • Upscale boutique hotel in the city center
  • A short walk from Royal Mile and Princes Street, The Scotsman Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, 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), coffee/tea in the lobby, and coworking spaces
    • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and a banquet hall
    • Wedding services, concierge services, and 4 meeting rooms
    • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
  • 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. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
  • More amenities include:
    • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
    • 55-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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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 23 Shawwal 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scotsman Hotel on 1 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 2026 start from SAR 796, 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 Edinburgh City Centre, this boutique hotel is steps from City Art Centre and Royal Mile. Princes Street and University of Edinburgh are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) and Edinburgh Waverley Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Scotsman Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 722 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our stay. Our room was beautiful, the location was great, and the staff was beyond helpful and kind!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a beautiful old hotel, centrally located. We had a beautiful room, enjoyed a great breakfast each morning and enjoyed the staff very much. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Staff is very accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved the location of this hotel. The staff were great and delicious breakfast to start your day. We went for dinner here one of the nights and the cocktails were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Magnificent hotel in a perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was top Notch! And you can beat the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely staff and concierges who couldn't do enough to make you comfortable. Great breakfasts.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great historic hotel in great location. Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really well located and unique, historic hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Scotsman Hotel is one of our most favourite hotels. The rooms are spacious and clean and all the staff are fantastic. Breakfast is delicious with lots of options. The Grand Cafe attached to the hotel has great food and staff as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a wonderful, large room looking over Princes Street. We stayed in February which meant that the rate was very reasonable. We visited the in-house cinema one night - this makes this hotel pretty unique. We would definitely stay here again if coming to Edinburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location for city stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel in perfect location. Breakfast was lovely and we also had a great meal at the Grand Cafe.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It’s a great classical hotel with a perfect location. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Obviously costs some serious money to stay here -- but so beautiful. Room was comfortable and spacious; best night's sleep we had on our UK trip.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

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The staff seemed nice enough but our room was on the second floor which was constantly where the trades and staff put their carts and equipment which made it feel like our room was in a noisy service hall. The rooms are nice and well equipped but could use some updating. The door to our bathroom didn’t close properly as it was off kilter and hit the tile floor. Great location and history to the building. Was expecting something more upscale. I would recommend it but change your room if they say floor 2.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Location was perfect. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Scotsman was everything we hoped it would be—clean, quiet, comfortable, and close to “the action” along the Royal Mile. And the breakfast was wonderful, complete with a professional cappuccino machine!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very helpful staff, large comfortable quiet room in a very good location. Breakfast was not good and we stopped eating there after the first morning they need to step up the quality. Hotel is a lovely classic property they do need some new carpeting but it's a clean building. Again the staff and location are excellent. Rooms are very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Our room was very clean and nice. The staff was friendly. The main restaurant and bar is beautiful but we were very disappointed that it was closed for a private event one of the nights that we stayed there. They had a small bar open for us but it just was not the same. The person attending the bar was not a bartender and had to seek advice at the main bar for assistance. The prices of drinks should reflect the lower quality of ambiance. We would expect coffee and tea to be available complimentary at the cost we were paying for the rooms but you had to buy it at the bar. All in all, for the most part, we really liked this hotel. We just thought it was overpriced for what you got.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nice room, friendly staff, good food and great location for exploring Edinburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were great Room was brilliant Breakfast was excellent Will definitely try and stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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What a fantastic hotel. All the staff were very friendly and helpful, the room was beautiful and we also popped into the Grand Cafe a few times too. The location is absolutely perfect.
Bottle of fizz and chocolates with a handwritten note as we were celebrating my husband's birthday. A lovely touch.
Our stunning room – an upgrade!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was gorgeous and the reception and concierge staff were fabulous. A great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent hotel in a great location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025