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About the Hotel

20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1YT
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Close to the Old Town
Great
8.8
9.1
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4.2
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Offering a shared lounge and a golf course, and views of the city, The Scotsman Hotel Edinburgh is located a 25-minute walk from the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. The hotel has an à la carte restaurant serving Scottish cuisine and is situated within a few blocks of the combined National Museum of Scotland.

Location

This stylish hotel puts you in the very heart of Edinburgh, 1.1 km from The Queen's Gallery. The Edinburgh Old Town is within a 200-metre distance of the Scotsman, while the Sunday Stockbridge Food Market is a 30-minute walk away.

Guests will also enjoy proximity to Calton Hill, which is 0.9 km away. Cultural experiences in the area feature the Museum of The Royal Scots and The Royal Regiment of Scotland, situated within reach of this accommodation.

Museum of Childhood bus stop is within a 300-metre distance of the 4-star The Scotsman Hotel and 10 minutes' stroll from is enough to get to Edinburgh Waverley train station.

Rooms

Unique rooms are equipped with an iron with ironing board and air conditioning, along with such entertainment facilities as free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They are appointed with a writing desk, and also feature a mini-fridge-bar. Bathrooms are fitted with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet as well as a hair dryer and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is served in the restaurant each morning. Guests are invited to the on-site Grand Cafe Edinburgh restaurant to indulge in culinary delights. Snacks and beverages are available at the comfortable lounge bar.

Leisure & Business

There is a 24-hour fitness centre with a wide range of sports.

Must-do experiences

  • Enjoy traditional haggis at The Witchery near Edinburgh Castle.
  • Stroll through the Royal Botanic Garden for stunning seasonal blooms.
  • Visit the Scotch Whisky Experience for a taste of local distilleries.
  • Discover hidden art at the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art.
  • Browse the stalls at Stockbridge Market for local artisanal treats.
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The Scotsman Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Feature Twin or Double Room
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Reporter Twin or Double Room
2 persons
335 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Reporter Double Room
2 persons
335 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Director Double or Twin Room
2 persons
370 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

The Scotsman Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.8/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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The Scotsman Hotel Location

20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1YT
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20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1YT
Nearby
Gallery
Scottish National Gallery
1800 ft
High Street 2 Warriston's Close
The Real Mary King's Close
1100 ft
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
600 ft
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
700 ft
Monument
Scott Monument
1600 ft
Museum
The Writers' Museum
1800 ft
Museum
Gladstone's Land
1800 ft
Museum
Museum of Childhood
900 ft
Nicolson Street
Surgeons' Hall Museums
1900 ft
2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)
Brass Rubbing Centre
600 ft
Museum
John Knox House
1100 ft
Gallery
City Art Centre
300 ft
Church
Mercat Cross
700 ft
Restaurants
Laila's Mediterranean Bistro
500 ft
63 Cockburn Street
La Locanda Italian Edinburgh
500 ft
61 Cockburn Street
Grand Cafe Edinburgh
100 ft
20 North Bridge
Prezzo
100 ft
7-9 North Bridge
Scran Bistro
400 ft
7 North Bridge Arcade
Patisserie Valerie Northbridge
400 ft
25 North Bridge
Gurkha Cafe & Restaurant
600 ft
25/27 Cockburn Street
Market Street Kitchen
400 ft
2 Market St
Getting around
City Centre
Edinburgh3 min  ·  700 ft
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI)22 min  ·  8.8 mi
Glasgow (GLA)133 min  ·  55.0 mi
Bus
Bus stop3 min  ·  700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP22.50 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of floors:
10
Number of rooms:
82
Former name
The Scotsman

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Scotsman Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 1697 verified reviews
8.7/10
Great
88%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.3/10
Cleanliness
9.1/10
Comfort
9.2/10
Facilities
8.8/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.7/10
Location
9.6/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.0/10
Staff
9.1/10
Value for money
8.1/10
Guest reviews
based on 3714 reviews
4/5
based on 2503 reviews
8.8/10
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