The Scotsman Hotel | Hotel in Edinburgh

| 8.8 (2503 Reviews) |  11 Bathrooms  25 Guests
Old Town Hotel | The Scotsman Hotel

Hotel in Old Town, Edinburgh

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.

The Scotsman Hotel is located in Edinburgh.

This 82 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Restaurant, Bar, Child Friendly, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 2503 reviews with the average score of 8.8 . Coming to Edinburgh and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 82 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this place in Edinburgh. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This The Scotsman Hotel in Edinburgh is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “The Scotsman Hotel”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Bar
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Fruit
Activities
  • Fitness center
  • Movie nights
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Safe
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
Guest Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Baggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Concierge
  • Room service
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
Security/Safety
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Key card access
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV outside property
  • Security alarm
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • First aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Cashless payment available

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

The hotel entrance is by the left hand side of the scotsman steps, next to brewhemia, at check-in, your credit card will be preauthorised for the full amount, plus a deposit to cover possible extra charges. your card will then be charged at check-out for the correct cost of your stay, when booking more than 5 rooms or more than ten nights, different policies and additional supplements may apply.guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Value for money:
8
Location:
9.55
Staff:
8.87
Facilities:
8.7
Comfort:
9.19
Cleanliness:
9.05
Cian
Apr 20, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
USA
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Beautiful place!
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Publisher Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 70 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Publisher Suite

Food & Drink

Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Slippers, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper, Walk-in shower, Body soap, Towels, Guest bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathrobe

General

Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Hypoallergenic, Heating, Iron, Carpeted, Laptop safe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Radio, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Dining area, Desk

View

City view, Landmark view, View

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dining table, Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Hypoallergenic pillow, Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Headline Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 53 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Slippers, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper, Walk-in shower, Body soap, Towels, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathrobe

General

Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Hypoallergenic, Heating, Iron, Carpeted, Laptop safe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Radio, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

View

City view, View

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Hypoallergenic pillow, Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Feature Twin or Double Room
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 40 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
Feature Twin or Double Room

Food & Drink

Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Slippers, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper, Walk-in shower, Body soap, Towels, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathrobe

General

Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Hypoallergenic, Heating, Iron, Carpeted, Laptop safe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Radio, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Living Area

Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Hypoallergenic pillow, Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Director Double or Twin Room
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 34 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
Director Double or Twin Room

Food & Drink

Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Slippers, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper, Walk-in shower, Body soap, Towels, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathrobe

General

Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Hypoallergenic, Heating, Iron, Carpeted, Laptop safe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Radio, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Wine glasses

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Hypoallergenic pillow, Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Reporter Twin or Double Room
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 31 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
Reporter Twin or Double Room

Food & Drink

Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Slippers, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper, Walk-in shower, Body soap, Towels, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathrobe

General

Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Hypoallergenic, Heating, Iron, Carpeted, Laptop safe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Radio, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Wine glasses

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Hypoallergenic pillow, Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Reporter Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 31 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Reporter Double Room

Food & Drink

Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Slippers, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper, Walk-in shower, Body soap, Towels, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathrobe

General

Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Hypoallergenic, Heating, Iron, Carpeted, Laptop safe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Radio, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Wine glasses

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Hypoallergenic pillow, Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Director Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 34 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Director Double Room

Food & Drink

Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Slippers, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper, Walk-in shower, Body soap, Towels, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathrobe

General

Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Hypoallergenic, Heating, Iron, Carpeted, Laptop safe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Radio, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Wine glasses

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Hypoallergenic pillow, Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Penthouse Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 80 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
2 Sofa bed Bed

Food & Drink

Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Slippers, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Shower, Toilet paper, Walk-in shower, Body soap, Towels, Guest bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Spa tub, Bathrobe

General

Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Private entrance, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Hypoallergenic, Heating, Iron, Carpeted, Laptop safe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Radio, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area, Balcony

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Dining area, Desk

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Walk-in closet, Linens

View

City view, Landmark view, View

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dining table, Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Sofa bed
Director Twin or Double Room City View
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 34 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
Director Twin or Double Room City View

Food & Drink

Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Slippers, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper, Walk-in shower, Body soap, Towels, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathrobe

General

Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Hypoallergenic, Heating, Iron, Carpeted, Laptop safe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Radio, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Living Area

Desk

View

City view, Landmark view, View

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Wine glasses

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Hypoallergenic pillow, Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Feature Twin or Double Room City View
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 40 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
Feature Twin or Double Room City View

Food & Drink

Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Slippers, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper, Walk-in shower, Body soap, Towels, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathrobe

General

Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Hypoallergenic, Heating, Iron, Carpeted, Laptop safe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Radio, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Living Area

Sofa, Desk

View

City view, Landmark view, View

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Hypoallergenic pillow, Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Feature Family Room
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 50 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed
2 Queen bed(s) Bed
Feature Family Room

Food & Drink

Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Slippers, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Shower, Toilet paper, Walk-in shower, Body soap, Towels, Guest bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathrobe

General

Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Hypoallergenic, Heating, Iron, Carpeted, Laptop safe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Radio, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Living Area

Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Wine glasses, Coffee machine

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Sofa bed

FAQ's

Is this The Scotsman Hotel pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

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

Check-in time for The Scotsman Hotel starts counting from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the The Scotsman Hotel have a swimming pool?

No, this The Scotsman Hotel does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in The Scotsman Hotel?

Best-rates for the The Scotsman Hotel starts from $564 per night with includes Security/Safety, Business Services, Wellness Facilities, Laundry, Sports/Activities, Guest Services, Entertainment, Breakfast, Internet, Air Conditioner, Accessibility, Fireplace/Heating, Restaurant, Bar, Child Friendly with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is The Scotsman Hotel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the The Scotsman Hotel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the The Scotsman Hotel has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the The Scotsman Hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the The Scotsman Hotel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for The Scotsman Hotel?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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