The Stag Head Hotel
HotelStag Head Hotel, 8 High Street South Queensferry, Edinburgh, United KingdomShow on map
7.9 · Good416 reviews
- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM.
- Fabulous locationGuests rate the location 8.7 out of 10, at Stag Head Hotel, 8 High Street South Queensferry.
- Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.
Central Location in Edinburgh Located in the heart of Edinburgh, The Stag Head Hotel offers easy access to popular attractions such as Murrayfield Stadium and Edinburgh Castle.
British Cuisine Restaurant and Onsite Bar Indulge in delicious British cuisine at the hotel's restaurant and enjoy a variety of classic British pub grub at the onsite bar, perfect for a relaxing lunch or evening drink.
Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities Relax in well-equipped rooms featuring flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.
Book your stay at The Stag Head Hotel for a memorable experience in Edinburgh!
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Express check-in/check-out
- Bar
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Breakfast in the room
Rooms
7.9
Good
Rated 7.9 out of 10 by 416 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness6.7
- Service9.2
- Location8.7
- Rooms7.7
- Amenities8.2
- Value7.2
- Food & drink7.7
Guests mention
Friendly staffGood locationComfortable beds
Ngok ShunHKprice goes with nice views but rooms are pretty much basics
The view is good, looking at the Forth and Fith bridge in the morning is absolutely amazing
Just basic toiletries (i.e. shampoos bottles), nothing more in the bathroom.
BarryUnited KingdomStaff and main bedroom was excellent
Thought bedroom was a bit overpriced for 1 night,
The bathroom can do with an upgrade and bathroom sliding door doesn't work properly
SteveUnited KingdomRelaxed & everyone was very friendly & helpful.
The view from the room was excellent & the location suited our needs for visiting Dundas Castle
The shower cubicle was a little small, but satisfactory for our stay.
LaurenceCHFriendly staff who carried my heavy suitcase up the stairs for me. The view from the room onto the Forth rail bridge was amazing. It was a chilly night and when I mentioned that the room was a bit cold, the manager…
RochelleUnited StatesI would go back in a heartbeat!
I loved the view out my window. When I first got there one of the pub guests were so welcoming. I just got there from the airport after a LONG flight. But all went smooth. Lots of stairs but I already expected those.
The…
JackIsraelGreat location, amazing views. Very comfortable beds. Highly recommended
Wifi connection was not the best
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
Stag Head Hotel, 8 High Street South Queensferry, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 8.7 out of 10 — fabulous.
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 2:00 PM until 11:00 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.
- 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 Stag Head Hotel
What time is check-in and check-out at The Stag Head Hotel?
Check-in is from 2:00 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 Stag Head Hotel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is breakfast included at The Stag Head 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 Stag Head Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at The Stag Head 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.
How do I book The Stag Head 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 Stag Head Hotel?
Stag Head Hotel, 8 High Street South Queensferry, Edinburgh.
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