The Scotsman Hotel - Edinburgh

4-star historic hotel with a private 48-seat cinema in central Edinburgh

Rooms & Suites

Each of the 69 rooms at The Scotsman Hotel has individual features, including curved corner window bays with scenic views of Edinburgh Castle and the city skyline. The marble-tiled en suite bathrooms and luxury Egyptian cotton linen are standard in all accommodations. The Penthouse suite includes a spa bath and steam room, while the Feature Corner Room offers a separate hallway and sitting area with twin beds.

Dining & Bars

The Grand Cafe at The Scotsman serves award-winning dining focused on local Scottish cuisine, with fish and chips and eggs royale among the menu options. Afternoon tea is served in the grand setting of the cafe, complemented by the Press Bar and The Hide, which offer craft cocktails and local spirits. Breakfast includes a cooked-to-order Scottish fried breakfast, Lochfyne kippers, and fresh juices, with room service available 24 hours via the privacy hatch.

Entertainment & Cinema

The hotel operates a private art deco cinema with 48 seats, offering exclusive screenings and movie nights for guests. Direct bookings receive complimentary prosecco and whisky on arrival, and the cinema provides a discount for hotel guests. The cinema is included in the Twilight wedding package and is also available for private events.

Weddings & Events

The Scotsman Hotel offers versatile event spaces such as the Boardroom, Fettercairn and Jura suite, and the Press Bar, all with personalized support for weddings and meetings. The Twilight wedding package accommodates up to 90 adults and 10 children, including a buffet dinner and use of the Garden Suite. The venue has hosted wedding receptions with a ceilidh band and private dining experiences in the Press room.

Location & Access

The hotel sits a 1-minute walk from the Royal Mile and Princes Street, overlooking Carlton Hill, Princes Street Gardens, and Waverley Station. Direct access to the hotel is available via a lift from the back of Waverley station, and discounted parking is offered at the Edinburgh Waverley Station car park (5-10 minutes' walk). Nearby attractions include Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, and the Scott Monument, all within walking distance.

• Location: 1 minute from Royal Mile & Princes Street, with direct lift from Waverley station
• Rooms: Feature Corner Rooms with curved bay windows and city views; Penthouse with spa bath and steam room
• Dining: Grand Cafe with award-winning Scottish cuisine; afternoon tea in a grand setting
• Entertainment: Private 48-seat art deco cinema for screenings and movie nights
• Offer: Complimentary prosecco and whisky on arrival for direct bookings
• Weddings: Twilight wedding package for up to 90 guests, including buffet and use of Garden Suite