The Scotsman Hotel

Hotel, 4-star20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, United KingdomShow on map

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Fabulous

Guests rate it highest for location, amenities and rooms.

Check-in from 3:00 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 10.0 out of 10, at 20 North Bridge.
Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.

Majestic 4-Star Hotel with Historic Charm

Scenic Views and Luxury Amenities Indulge in the breathtaking views of Carlton Hill and Princes Street Gardens from your room's curved corner window bays. Relax in the marble-tiled en suite bathroom and enjoy the comfort of luxury Egyptian cotton linen.

Entertainment and Convenience Experience the luxury of a 48-seat cinema within the hotel premises. Stay connected with free Wi-Fi and catch up on the latest news with a complimentary Scotsman Newspaper. Benefit from the convenience of a privacy hatch for 24-hour room service.

Prime Location with Exclusive Offer Located just steps away from the Royal Mile and Princes Street, the Scotsman Hotel offers discounted parking at the nearby Edinburgh Waverley Station car park. Book now to experience the perfect blend of history, luxury, and convenience.

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms

Rooms

8.8

Fabulous

Rated 8.8 out of 10 by 3,693 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness7.3
Service8.3
Location10.0
Rooms8.8
Amenities9.3
Value8.3
Food & drink8.7

Guests mention

Beautiful locationFriendly staff

KichashkaBulgaria
September 2026Couple
I wouldn’t recommend.
Good location, clean, friendly staff.
Overpriced, small, poor breakfast, additional food choices for an additional price.
hamdaUnited Arab Emirates
September 2026Couple
The location
The breakfast could be better
IsonoJapan
September 2026Couple
満足しました。
エジンバラなのにエアコンが付いていました。
KariUnited States
September 2026Solo traveller
Would stay here again, but give myself more time to catch the train because of the elevators.
Almost everything was exceptional.
The elevators were very small and slow.
MelanieNL
September 2026Family
Great hotel to use to explore the city and come back to relax in a luxury room and atmosphere.
Great location. Superb room. Great service. And the cinema was a bonus.
Nothing
LeslieUnited States
September 2026Couple
Nice location, not worth the money. Do not recommend.
Location
Parties until midnight heard in room, both nights (even Sunday night)

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 January 2026.

Where you’ll be

20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Guests rate the location 10.0 out of 10 — exceptional.

Top attractions

The Royal Mile100 m
National Museum of Scotland300 m
Calton Hill500 m
Edinburgh Castle600 m
Palace of Holyroodhouse1.5 km
Royal Yacht Britannia (Ocean Terminal, Leith)3.8 km

Nearby

Edinburgh Waverley (train station)100 m

Nature

Princes Street Gardens200 m
Arthur's Seat2.6 km

Airports

Edinburgh Airport12.0 km

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 3:00 PM

Check-out by 11:00 AM

Children welcome

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 breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
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 The Scotsman Hotel

What time is check-in and check-out at The Scotsman Hotel?

Check-in is from 3:00 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 The Scotsman Hotel allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is breakfast included at The Scotsman Hotel?

Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.

Does The Scotsman Hotel have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Can I book a block of rooms at The Scotsman Hotel?

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 The Scotsman Hotel?

The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 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 The Scotsman Hotel?

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 The Scotsman Hotel?

20 North Bridge, Edinburgh.

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