Royal Scots Club Hotel EDI, EDI ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

29-31 Abercromby Place, EDI, United Kingdom, EH3 6QE

Royal Scots Club offers a historic setting along with modern amenities in its elegant Georgian building. This 3-star Edinburgh hotel features 27 en-suite rooms, a dining room with views over Queen Street Gardens, and facilities for both private and business events.

Rooms & Amenities

Guest accommodations at Royal Scots Club include 27 en-suite rooms, with some offering views of Queen Street Gardens. The rooms are furnished with high-quality amenities such as Molton Brown toiletries, free Wi-Fi, and options for family configurations.

Dining Options

Dining at the Royal Scots Club features an elegant Dining Room overlooking the gardens, offering Scottish-inspired cuisine crafted from local produce. The venue also accommodates private dining for groups of 8 to 30 guests.

Business & Events

The Royal Scots Club provides facilities for business meetings and social events, with dedicated event coordinators to ensure successful gatherings. Meeting rooms feature industry-standard audiovisual technology and can cater for both small meetings and larger events up to 160 guests.

Location & Transportation

Located in New Town, Royal Scots Club is close to various Edinburgh landmarks such as the Royal Mile and National Museum of Scotland. Local transportation options include nearby bus stops at Palmerston Place and Rothesay Place, each just a two-minute walk from the hotel.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Executive Ground Floor Room

Max:

2 persons

23 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Family Ground Floor Twin Room

Max:

3 persons

31 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Standard Ground Floor Double Room

Max:

2 persons

9 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

EDI3300 ft

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 8.0 mi

Dundee (DND) 59.3 mi

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station2700 ft

Bus

Bus stop1400 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Cozy Room Vibe

“Our room was lovely, with a fantastic view overlooking the park which really enhanced the relaxing atmosphere of our stay.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast!

“Breakfast was good with a great selection of self-serve options and cooked meals that fully energized my day!” view full review

Perfect Shower!

“The bathroom was well-equipped, and I especially enjoyed the shower over the bath—perfect after a long day exploring.” view full review

Elegant Decor

“The room decor, featuring dark leather and wood, created a luxurious ambiance that made my stay feel very special.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Elevator
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area

Room features

Heating
Mini-bar
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

29-31 Abercromby Place, EDI, United Kingdom, EH3 6QE

Map view

street view

29-31 Abercromby Place, EDI, United Kingdom, EH3 6QE

City landmarks

Museums

Edinburgh Castle

4000 ft

Museums

National Museum of Scotland

1.0 mi

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

2400 ft

Royal Mile

3300 ft

High Street 2 Warriston's Close

The Real Mary King's Close

3900 ft

Queen's Drive Holyrood Park

Arthur's Seat

1.6 mi

Parks

Princes Street Gardens

3900 ft

Museums

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

3500 ft

Botanical Garden

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

4200 ft

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

1.3 mi

St. Andrews House 2 Regent Road

Calton Hill

4300 ft

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

4100 ft

Monuments and Landmarks

Scott Monument

2500 ft

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

3700 ft

32 Calton Hill

Nelson Monument

4400 ft

Museums

The Writers' Museum

3100 ft

Museums

Gladstone's Land

3100 ft

53 Princes Street

Princes Street

2200 ft

Museums

Museum of Childhood

4500 ft

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One

1.3 mi

Nicolson Street

Surgeons' Hall Museums

1.0 mi

Museums

The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland

3000 ft

2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)

Brass Rubbing Centre

4100 ft

Ocean Drive Ocean Terminal

Royal Yacht Britannia

2.0 mi

354 Castlehill

The Scotch Whisky Experience

3500 ft

Museums

John Knox House

4800 ft

Museums

Georgian House

3200 ft

Gallery

City Art Centre

3700 ft

Square

Grassmarket

4400 ft

Nearby

Gallery

Carson Clark Gallery

800 ft

Restaurants

Papii

800 ft

101 Hanover Street

Tani Modi

800 ft

103 Hanover Street

The Pakora Bar

900 ft

96 Hanover Street

Garibaldi's

800 ft

97A Hanover Street

Lime

900 ft

25A Thistle Street

The Standing Order

1700 ft

62-66 George Street

Thistle Sandwich Bar

1300 ft

67 Thistle Street

St Andrew's and St George's West Undercroft Cafe Edinburgh

1600 ft

13 George Street

Fortitude Coffee Merchants

1400 ft

3C York Place Midlothian

The Square

1500 ft

17 North St. Andrew Street and 7 Dublin Street

Alandas Fish And Chip Shop

1400 ft

252A High Street

Subway

1400 ft

3 Waverley Bridge Waverley Mall

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

86%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great location

Friendly staff

Watery scrambled eggs

Pricing for breakfast

8.6/10

Great

Rooms

8.2

Location

9.5

Service

8.8

Dining

8.2

Louis

United States of America, April 2024

8.6/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were of a very high standard, clean, comfortable, and offered good views, but the bathroom floor had some issues with staining and a strange floor layout. The service provided was excellent, with friendly and helpful staff. The location was great, peaceful yet close to everything. The dining experience was perfect and delicious. Overall, a good value for the price paid.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very good value for the price, clean, and comfortable, but had some issues with the bathroom floor.

Service

9.0

The service provided was excellent, with friendly and helpful staff.

Location

8.0

The location was peaceful yet close to all the shops & restaurants, making it convenient for exploring the city.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was excellent, with a variety of choices and unfailingly polite service.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offered traditional 'silver service' dining and other excellent amenities.

Allen

United States of America, February 2024

9.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were spacious, bright, and clean, perfect for my family of 5. Although the bathroom floor had some stains and an unusual floor drain layout, it was still comfortable. The service was top-notch, with friendly and efficient staff. The location was ideal, allowing easy access to various attractions and the city center. Dining options were of high quality. The facilities provided added value to my stay.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were large, bright, and clean, suitable for a family of 5.

Service

9.0

The staff was nice, efficient, and welcoming.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was perfect, close to major attractions and in a peaceful area.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was excellent, offering a choice of freshly cooked hot food.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel provided great facilities.

Nick

United States of America, January 2024

8.2/10

The hotel offers a nice stay with well-equipped rooms, but cleanliness could be improved. The service is efficient and friendly, and the location is perfect for exploring the city. The dining experience is a highlight despite some shortcomings. Overall, good value for the money.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms had all the necessary amenities like slippers, kettle, and a safe. The bathroom was nice, but cleanliness could be better.

Service

9.0

The service remained efficient and the staff was extremely nice throughout my stay.

Location

10.0

The location is perfect for exploring the city, near the bus stop and recommended by a friend.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was presented in a very nice, historic restaurant, but there were some drawbacks in the food quality.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides dry cleaning, housekeeping, and laundry services.

Paul

United Kingdom, January 2024

8.8/10

My stay at The Royal Scots Club was lovely. The room was super comfortable and had plenty of amenities like a bathrobe and coffee machine. It was clean and cozy, but I did notice some stains on the bathroom floor, and the floor layout was a bit unusual with a dented deformation over a floor drain.

Rooms

8.0

The room was clean and comfortable but had some issues with the bathroom floor.

Service

9.0

The staff was professional, friendly, and charming, always ready to assist, although they couldn't completely fix an issue. They were a pleasure to interact with.

Location

10.0

The location was perfect, just a short walk from lively dining areas like George Street and close to major attractions. It managed to be quiet and peaceful at night despite its central position.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was excellent, with delicious food served quickly. However, the cooked breakfast could have been fresher and less dried out.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were great, providing everything needed for a comfortable stay.

Rod

United Kingdom, November 2023

8.4/10

The hotel offers fantastic rooms with excellent service, good food, and a generous size suitable for a family. The location is ideal for exploring the city's attractions and amenities, while some minor service issues were noted. Overall, a great value for money option in a convenient setting.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were nicely done and very spacious, extremely comfortable, and spotless.

Service

8.0

The staff were fantastic from the first welcome to helping us on departure, though there were some instances of staff not engaging fully.

Location

9.0

The location is excellent, on a quiet street across from Queen's Park, within easy reach of museums and the Royal Mile.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was good, with variety and delicious options available, especially for a 3-star hotel.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had dry cleaning, housekeeping, and laundry services available, making the stay convenient.

William

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.8/10

I had a delightful stay at the hotel! The rooms were comfortable with a lovely four-poster bed, and the staff couldn't have been more helpful and friendly. The breakfast was incredibly tasty - I highly recommend it. Despite a few minor drawbacks, the overall experience was great.

Rooms

9.0

My room was large, very comfortable, and offered beautiful garden views.

Service

9.0

The staff were consistently excellent - always there with a friendly greeting and ready to assist with anything I needed.

Location

10.0

The location couldn't have been better - nestled on a quiet street across from Queen's Park, with easy access to art galleries and a Tesco nearby. Walking to museums and the Royal Mile was a breeze!

Dining

8.0

The breakfast spread was generous with a variety of options including fruit juice, fresh fruit, croissants, and a delicious cooked breakfast. However, the scrambled eggs were a bit watery.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were efficient and friendly, offering services like dry cleaning, housekeeping, and laundry.

Great location

Watery scrambled eggs