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 August, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Everything in the hotel was outstanding
Nothing
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
We had a very cool room on the 8th floor, large bed, skylights, great bathroom. The central location of the hotel made it very easy to see all the sights of old Edinburgh.
A little awkward getting in and out of the hotel due to the never ending construction on the main street (out of the hotels hands of course).
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The location was excellent for sightseeing & near to the train station. The room was well furnished with lots of room. There was a good choice at breakfast, & the staff were helpful & friendly.
Nothing.
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Room was beautiful, spacious, and had great views!
This is not the fault of the hotel, but the noise from the street below was pretty loud. Our room was street-side, and the hotel has taken precautions by installing extra windows and heavy drapes, but construction and the vehicles kept running over this metal grate in the road that was VERY annoying. Again, not the hotels fault.
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 1 out of 10
Very Poor
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 3 out of 10
Poor
I didn’t attend the breakfast
I would like to share my feedback regarding my recent stay at your hotel. Unfortunately, the experience was not as expected for the following reasons: 1. The elevator was not working, and we had to use the stairs throughout our stay, which was very inconvenient. 2. The security deposit that was charged has still not been refunded, even though more than 20 days have passed. At check-out, I was informed that the refund would be processed within a week, but I have yet to receive it. I kindly request your assistance in resolving this matter as soon as possible.
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Attitude of all staff
Breakfast room not to standard of rest of hotel
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Location, size of room, cleanliness, shower
I ordered an old fashioned cocktail in the Grande Cafe/bar & it did not taste like any other old fashioned id ever had! I was disappointed-I googled the contents of an old fashioned & asked the server had they all been included. He said they were-but frankly I didn’t believe him & still don’t believe him. For the record I was stone cold sober at the time.
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Location and room excellent quality
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
The central location for the Festival is great.
The room was very dark. The breakfast was hit and miss. One morning no butter or choice of bread and croissants ran out and not replaced. The smoked Haddock and poached egg was very tasty.
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 5 out of 10
Fair
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
2nd time there Beautiful hotel Located in the center, right in the center and a spitting distance away from the train station Breakfast is great too
Don't expect great views I was on the 7th and 2nd floor I couldn't see much of the city from either floor
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Location is perfect and staffs are all friendly.
The room was good but one elevator was out of order.
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Really pretty property.
The staff could explain the facilities a little better
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The Scotsman Hotel

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