A 72-room hotel on North Bridge in Edinburgh, with spacious rooms and a restaurant, bar and garden, a short walk from Waverley station.
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About The Scotsman Hotel
Step into a room at The Scotsman Hotel and you get generous space, a comfortable bed and the sort of quiet that belies the address on North Bridge in the heart of Edinburgh. There are 72 rooms in total, and some come with drinks provided, useful after a day spent exploring the city on foot.
Downstairs, the hotel runs a restaurant and bar, along with a breakfast service that includes both a buffet and made-to-order dishes. A garden offers a spot to sit outside, while a lift makes moving between floors straightforward. For those travelling on business, there are meeting rooms and business services, and staff at the concierge desk can help with plans for the day. Free on-site parking is available, which is a rare and welcome find this close to the centre.
Edinburgh Waverley station is around 0.63 miles away, making onward travel simple, and the surrounding streets are well stocked with pubs, restaurants and other places to eat nearby. Edinburgh Zoo is also within easy reach for a day out. Service across the hotel is generally attentive, though it can vary a little from one visit to the next.
Reception hours
- Monday
- Open 24 hours
- Tuesday
- Open 24 hours
- Wednesday
- Open 24 hours
- Thursday
- Open 24 hours
- Friday
- Open 24 hours
- Saturday
- Open 24 hours
- Sunday
- Open 24 hours
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What guests say
Our second stay at this stunning hotel- we were welcomed like old friends and enjoyed a lovely "welcome back" note and bottle of prosecco in our room. Very pleasantly surprised our room was ready early in the day- a lovely room overlooking Waverly Station. Staff is incredibly helpful and genuine in their desire to make your stay above and beyond! Our breakfasts each morning were delicious and made-to-order perfectly. We will most definitely stay again and again! The location is superb...close to both New Town and Old Town- just off the Royal Mile. The Concierge kindly help with dining options and questions! Highly recommend.
a month ago · via Google
This hotel was a palace! Soo comfortable and Beautiful! We were treated like royalty in every way. Marta, Paul, Conner and Sudan were so kind and helpful with suggestions, opening doors immediately, tours and just plain kindness always. The breakfast Tearoom is absolutely charming. The food delicious and the ambiance sweet and gentle. John, Sonia, Prachi and the other servers were extremely professional and prompt. Just overall this hotel is worth every penny you spend. We loved it!
2 months ago · via Google
We were there in March 2026, and experienced a beautiful early spring for the four days we visited, we spent three nights there. Their staff was absolutely admirable and friendliness and accommodating your needs our room was impeccable, and had a cozy warm field to it. Beautiful bathroom, beautiful stonewall exposed in the room. We are older and our comfort was our main concern. I would go back again in a minute. We tried their lovely movie theater one evening, you couldn’t ask for more entertaining evening in the heart of Edinburgh. Charlie was the concierge when we arrived and he was endearing. We appreciated his warm welcome.
5 months ago · via Google
A remarkably beautiful place to stay in a remarkably beautiful part of the world. The Scotsman is a must for any couples looking to experience the city at its most romantic. The architecture and history of the place are as authentically immersive as it gets, while the in-house art deco cinema and cafe (complete with live music) afford plenty of event before you even touch the city. My partner and I stayed in a Feature Room, and added on the romantic package. Flower petals, folded swans towels, chocolates and champagne with Dark Academia ambience playing on the TV would make even bedrock feel detached from reality. Major thanks to Ayat and Marta as long as every other member of staff we encountered for making us feel so welcome and accommodating all our requests!
2 months ago · via Google
Guests mention this hotel offers spacious, clean rooms with comfortable beds and a delicious breakfast, including a buffet and made-to-order options. They also highlight the exceptional staff, who are friendly, helpful, and provide attentive service, along with a perfect central location for exploring the city.
Some reviews mention the service can be inconsistent.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- 20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1TR Get directions
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- 20 North Bridge, Edinburgh
- Good for children
- Yes
- Destination
- Edinburgh