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
  • Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
  • 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 July, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The location and size of room was amazing
A little expensive
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 4 out of 10
Disappointing
The majority of staff was nice. The cafe was decent.
Upon arrival we were told we were “upgraded”, which in most cases is a good thing. However, we were not told that the next day there was going to be active remodel work being done outside our room with carped and padding being ripped off. Beside the fact that it was dusty and dirty, we had to push our way in and out of our room because our room AND the fire door were blocked because of the bundled up carpet. I understand the need to update the furnishings, the hotel badly needs it, but I felt it was highly irresponsible to be assigned a room where we had difficulty entering and exiting.
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Great location and lovely property, helped that we were upgraded to the penthouse suite.
Was quite expensive but not compared to the balmoral.
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 5 out of 10
Fair
the location of the hotel was good
the room wasnt cleaned well, the cleaners were constantly banging and noisy outside our room didnt find the staff very helpful, I booked a taxi for our departure and confirmed it 3 times as it was 4am in themorning and when I went down to check out it hadnt been done even thogh I double checked
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Very grand hotel, room was absolutely stunning. Perfect central location, walking distance to all of the attractions.
Nothing.
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Room was clean although upon entering bugs in shower that I had to clean near drain
Hotel is very dated in carpeting on hotel floors and elevator. Outside hotel is not clean Walls had plumbing noises from upstairs that awoke us at night
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Very comfortable room
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Perfect location! Near the train station, and near walkable sightseeing locations and restaurants
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Perfect location! Beautiful rooms and great customer service
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Ivor the concierge, the staff, the cleanliness, the quality and the standard
The Scotsman stairs smell of urine and the AC didn’t work in our room
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Room was ok but definitely not worth the money. For this price you expect more of a room. Stained carpet, small bathroom, cheap bed. Like I said, the room was ok, but not worth this amount.
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Very good but understaffed.
We had no view and my bed didn’t have a mattress pad.
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
The interior design of bedrooms and bathrooms is tasteful
The rooms at lower floors have no sunlight and view. The windows all look to a light well or back alley
stayed in June, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Location and cleanliness are its better qualities. Also, the rooms are large and nicely decorated.
Sub-par breakfast. Ran out of coffee one morning! Staff made up for it. Also, property is looking tired. Chips on walks, scuffs on paint, etc. we expected better at this nightly rate.
stayed in June, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in June, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Bathroom was incredible, toiletries are gorgeous, the. Cafe bar is just beautiful and a lovely vibe with the piano player
Food was not so good , ordered steak baguettes, but they were inedible, steak was raw ,sent it back to be cooked more , but the steak was so tough we couldn't eat it , it was cut wrong so it was very tough , we did not eat them, breakfast on the first day my husband ordered a fried egg, three times he had to ask where it was ,on the second day I just wanted toast and butter , but you were out of stock of butter only flora available,which is horrible , so disappointed with the food aspect .
stayed in June, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Loved the location and the room was stunning but far too hot.
The temperature of the room
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The Scotsman Hotel

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