Royal Scots Club
Hotel, 3-star29-31 Abercromby Place, Edinburgh, United KingdomShow on map
Fabulous
Guests rate it highest for service, location and food.
8.91,015Reviews- Check-in from 4:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.7 out of 10, at 29-31 Abercromby Place.
Grand Country-House Charm and Club Atmosphere Experience the grand country-house charm and cosy club atmosphere at The Royal Scots Club in Edinburgh. Individually designed traditional rooms with toiletries await, offering views over the rooftops to Fife.
Convenient Amenities Enjoy free WiFi, a hotel lift for easy access to all floors, a bar, and a smart dining room with views of Queen Street Gardens. Local dining options are just a 5-minute walk away, ensuring a delightful culinary experience.
Prime Location Located in the peaceful New Town district, the hotel is a short stroll from the Scottish National Portrait Gallery, National Gallery of Modern Art, and the St James Centre for shopping. Book your stay now and immerse yourself in the charm of Edinburgh at The Royal Scots Club.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Lift / Elevator
Rooms
8.9
Fabulous
Rated 8.9 out of 10 by 1,015 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.1
- Service9.9
- Location9.7
- Rooms8.0
- Amenities7.5
- Value8.0
- Food & drink9.6
Guests mention
Excellent central location / walkable to attractionsFriendly, professional and helpful staffConsistently clean and well maintainedComfortable and spacious rooms with characterExcellent breakfast and good dining
Jim TerryUnited StatesLove this place.
Room was comfortable, but a bit cramped for our bags for one night stay. That said, it was really very nice and well located
Nothing
ElenaItalyil fatto che la camera era in un seminterrato al momento della prenotazione non mi è stato evidente. Avevo letto che la camera era in una depandance ma non che era sotto il piano strada.
PaulIEThe staff was very helpful, Gabrielle was a great help and so friendly
Outdated interiors.
jorgeUnited StatesGreat place
Great location! Staff was very helpful!
Historic!!!! Very nice place to stay
CharlesUnited StatesThird visit there. Always excellent
Most excellent Breakfasts. Location is ideal
MargaretUnited KingdomLovely stay, would definitely stay again
Location excellent, good breakfast. Room was excellent, in an annex 20m down the street. Comfy bed, very clean
Couldn’t switch off the heated towel rail which was on high. It made the bathroom so hot I could hardly…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated August 2026.
Where you’ll be
29-31 Abercromby Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 9.7 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 4:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Royal Scots Club
What time is check-in and check-out at Royal Scots Club?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Royal Scots Club allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Does Royal Scots Club have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Royal Scots Club?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Can I check in late at Royal Scots Club?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 4:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Royal Scots Club?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Royal Scots Club?
29-31 Abercromby Place, Edinburgh.
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