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Property Amenities
The Scotsman Hotel's guests have complimentary access to the hotel's health club (open every day), which has a 10-person sauna, steam room, solarium, aerobics studio, and 60-station gym with cardio and resistance machines and TVs. The 53-foot indoor lap pool is illuminated by laser lights, and has a slate-tiled pool deck. The Scotsman Spa is the urban Flagship for Thalgo in Scotland. Thalgo is a marine brand and their philosophy is to draw on the riches and power of the sea for their extensive range of facials, spa rituals and body treatments.
A private, 46-seat cinema screens movies on Sunday evenings (surcharge; movie-meal packages also available), and can be rented for private parties at other times. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available throughout the hotel. In addition to the brasserie, a large oak-floored drawing room with sofas and armchairs is ideal for quiet conversation. One large conference room is available for groups.
Rooms
The Scotsman Hotel, Edinburgh, has 69 guestrooms, with modern furnishings in traditional materials, including padded headboards and matching heavy tie-back curtains in Scottish estate tweed fabric. Some rooms have original 19th-century oak-paneled walls. Privacy hatches (compartments accessible from both the guestroom and corridor) allow the delivery and collection of room-service items with minimal interruption. Reading lamps hang above collections of bedside books, and Edinburgh versions of the Monopoly board game are set within glass-topped coffee tables. High-speed, dial-up, and wireless Internet access (surcharge) are available to laptop users, and TV Internet access (surcharge) is also available.
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Dining
North Bridge Brasserie - Mixing old and new decor, this large and informal brasserie features a steel-and-glass bar, black-leather stools, 19th-century oak paneling, and giant marble columns supporting an elaborate plasterwork ceiling. Tables and leather dining chairs are scattered on two levels, and guests take in street views. Open for lunch, dinner, and drinks every day.
Recreation
Guests have complimentary access to the hotel's health club with 53-foot indoor lap pool, spa tub, sauna, steam room, aerobics studio, beauty treatments (surcharge), cardio and resistance machines, free weights, and a small café bar.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
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“Perfect stay”
Fabulous location, ridiculously close to the main sights, just minutes away from the Castle etc. if you want to be in the heart of Edinburgh then look no further than the Scotsman, whilst being in the royal mile you are next to the train station, fear not you hear nothing (which i still find unreal considering your on top of the train station almost.) Lovely hotel, historic building, with an archaic yet cosmopolitan feel.Fantastic service, staff could not do more for you. Spacious room, clean and tidy. Restaurant is a must, the food is devine! No real faults as such, all i would say is that the rooms are a little dated e.g the carpets / decor a bit tired, nevertheless the hotel was wonderful we will return in the future.
“farewell sweet scotland”
We spent our holiday at B&Bs until our last day and happy we chose the Scotsman for our farewell departure. Wonderfully located with superb service. We were first greeted by Ivor who had a very pleasant manner along with Ross. (our men in the plaid pants) thank you to them and a young woman and man at the desk.
“Would go back again”
The location of the hotel was very central to all city activities making it easy to walk everywhere. The hotel staff was very friendly and accommodating. The rooms were unusually large compared to other European hotels.
“Extremely friendly and comfortable stay in the heart of Edinburgh”
We stayed at the Scotsman for a long weekend while getting married in Edinburgh. Having picked the hotel on the internet, we were delighted by the experience and particularly by the warm and friendly staff. My wife and I travel regularly and know what we like when it comes to hotels - we can't fault this one.
“great hotel just off the royal mile”
Absolutely lovely place in a great local. I was there during the festival and easy walking distance to most venues. Rooms are a bit smallish but very nicely appointed. Nicest hotel i've stayed in in edinburgh.
“Scottish Elegance”
The hotel was beautiful and the restaurant very good. The only drawback was the beautiful sunny weather we experienced during our 2 days. We loved the weather, but our hotel room had no ventilation and it was quite warm for sleeping comfortably. Other than that, it was perfect.
“Wonderful experience”
We had such a wonderful time in Edinburgh and in the Scotsman. Edinburgh in the snow is amazing. Unfortunately, due to the weather we had two flights from Gatwick cancelled. Eventually we got a flight to Glasgow. When we called the Scotsman to tell them we were going to have to check in quite late, they offered to send a chauffeur to pick us up from Glasgow and take us back to the hotel. We continued to experience a similar 'above and beyond' level of service for the rest of stay. We'll certainly be back.
“Edinburgh Break”
Choose this hotel for a central location with easy access to the city centre, our room was airy and well thought out, design wise . The staff were always welcoming and knew how to get around the town and where key places are. The smallish no of rooms make for a quiet hotel no 2 o'clock arrivals with doors slamming etc. Lost count of the places to eat within 5 minutes.
“Would love to stay here again”
We were impressed with the hotel overall, particularly the unobtrusive and very efficient service. Everyone was willing to help. The facilities were excellent, especially the well-equipped gym and relaxing pool area. The room was clean and comfortable, and everything we could want or expect was available.
“Ideal location; a home-away-from-home”
Lovely hotel - upscale without the stuffiness. Reception was professional and always helpful, but understated. Staff were most accommodating and welcoming, always remembering our names and little details about us. Very helpful with finding nearby services and restaurants. Room was lovely (8th floor suite) and clean. Champagne on arrival a thoughtful touch. Sleeping area was a little stuffy, but hotel did provide an oscillating fan (other area had AC) and Edin. was having a heatwave. Gym/spa very well equipped for a hotel; restaurant/lounge was elegant and staff were tops. Breakfast room/spa a bit tricky to find because of the configuration of the building and the one functioning elevator (throughout our entire 4-night stay) failed to impress. Still, a great hotel in a perfect location. Most memorable.
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The preferred airport for The Scotsman Hotel is Edinburgh (EDI) - 11 km / 6.8 mi.
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