The Scotsman Hotel
20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH1 1YT, United Kingdom
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20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH1 1YT, United Kingdom
Overlooking Edinburgh Castle and Waverley Station, the 4-star Scotsman Hotel was originally built in 1905. This majestic, listed building was once The Scotsman newspaper. Each unique room and suite at the Scotsman Hotel features individual features, including curved corner window bays with scenic views of the city and a marble-tiled private bathroom. Guests can enjoy luxury Egyptian cotton linen, a 48-seat cinema, free Wi-Fi, free Scotsman Newspaper, and a privacy hatch for 24-hour room service. Located a 1-minute walk from the Royal Mile and Princes Street, this hotel offers discounted parking, available at Edinburgh Waverley Station car park (long stay) on New Street, 5-10 minutes' walk away.

Hotel Services and Facilities

Free WiFi Free parking Free breakfast Pet friendly

Hotel facilities

  • Golf Course
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24-Hour Front Desk
  • Elevator
  • Heating
  • Fax/photocopying
  • 24-hour security
  • Concierge services
  • Family Rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant(s)
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Wine/champagne
  • Fruits
  • Movie nights
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • First aid kit available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Invoices
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Food delivery
  • Electronic room key
  • Audible alarm
  • CCTV security in common areas
  • Daily disinfection
  • Fitness center
  • Ironing amenities
  • Laundry services
  • Luggage storage & lockers
  • Non-smoking property
  • Restaurant (special diets available)
  • Room service available
  • Takeout dining services available
  • Kid-friendly dining
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stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The location and the staff were very attentive
No issues at all
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
We loved everything about The Scotsman. From the moment we walked in the door we were treated like honored guests. Location fantastic, food amazing, our room was beautiful. All the staff were friendly and helpfu.l
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
The staff, service, location and room were all great.
For the quality of the hotel and price per night, the breakfast wasn't up to the standard of all other aspects.
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Location
Not as much luxury as expected
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The Scotsman is a beautifully restored hotel directly across from the train station. Our room was veey clean and the air conditioning was greatly appreciated. The staff was friendly and very helpful.
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
We loved the location. It was especially easy to get to when arriving by train at Waverly. Staff was great.
Bed was a little firm for us.
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Everything! The room was spacious, clean and modern. The bathroom was gorgeous. The staff were also friendly and helpful.
We should have booked two nights instead of one.
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Great location in the Old Town of Edinburgh. Easy to walk everywhere. Very comfortable beds and accommodating staff.
Restaurant could be a bit better - food was inconsistent, good one day but not the next. Also, I had some plumbing issues in my double standard room.
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Great location and excellent staff. Very comfortable bed - slept like a log!
Some plumbing issues with my sink
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Fantastic location
Everything was lovely!
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 5 out of 10
Fair
Location
Terrible access and only 1 lift working
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Location is amazing and preppy hotel. Breakfast was really good.
The carpets. They hose beds to be out of the hotel. They are old, with more stains than clean spots. It diminishes the overall value of the hotel. Also, the elevator, wow, incredibly cheap, it looks like a lift for employees in the back side of a business, not for customer paying lot of money for their stay
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 1 out of 10
Very Poor
Because of construction right under the windows of the hotel room my husband could not sleep at all. He came down reception several times at night and complained about the unbearable noise. The construction work ended only at 3:50 am, so he could not sleep all night. The receptionist promised compensation for inconvinience but that did not happen yet.
stayed in July, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Fantastic suite and great location
Restaurant had a poor menu
stayed in July, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Truly- EVERYTHING! Service from the first encounter to our departure- staff was on top of everything. Can’t wait to return!
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The Scotsman Hotel

20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH1 1YT, United Kingdom