The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

Hotels
Independent
9.2 (237 reviews)
29-31 Abercromby Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 6QE , Edinburgh , GB

Facilities

Meeting rooms
Fireplace in lobby
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Garden
Luggage storage
Wheelchair accessible
Conference space
Golfing nearby
Fireplace in lobby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Spacious and historic building
Excellent staff and service
Cons:
Noisy room issues
Restaurant reservation mishaps

Categories

Cleanliness
9.2
Rooms were clean, but some noise issues might affect overall perception.
Service
9.7
Friendly and attentive staff, with some variability in restaurant service.
Location
9.2
Convenient location, slightly off the beaten track, but easily accessible.
Room Quality
9.2
Rooms are spacious and comfortable, although some noise complaints were noted.
Amenities
9.2
Good collection of public spaces and facilities for relaxation.
Value for Money
8.7
Price may be slightly high but offers a worthwhile experience.
Food and Beverage
9.2
Excellent food quality in meals with good service for dining.
Overall Experience
9.2
A highly recommended and enjoyable stay overall, mixed experiences with certain aspects.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 15:50

Property Description

Discover the charm of The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh, where elegance meets convenience in the heart of the city.

Scenic Views and Tranquil Spaces
Unwind in our beautiful garden while taking in stunning views. Perfect for relaxation or special events, our serene setting offers a picturesque backdrop for unforgettable memories.

Culinary Delights
Savor the taste of British cuisine at our Members Dining Room, complete with a stylish bar/lounge and garden views. Indulge in room service during selected hours or enjoy a hearty full breakfast to kickstart your day.

Modern Comforts and Responsive Service
Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi, and retreat to one of our 25 well-appointed guestrooms featuring LCD televisions and plush designer toiletries. With a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff, your needs are always met.

Book your stay at The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh today and experience the best of Scottish hospitality!

Important information:

  • This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: EDI

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 237 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.2
Service: 9.7
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 9.2
Amenities: 9.2
Value for Money: 8.7
Food and Beverage: 9.2
Overall Experience: 9.2
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gordonwB2579ZN NONE Gold Coast, Queensland
10
I came to attend a funeral in Edinburgh. I enjoyed the quiet atmosphere. The fire alarm was well handled.
Pros:

Great check in. Atmosphere suited my needs. I came to attend a funeral. I enjoyed the comfortable quiet atmosphere. The staff were helpful and patient. The fire alarm was well handled. I would like to return. I can see why this club has reciprocal arrangements with my club in Australia.

2026-01-23 via Tripadvisor
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JSC04 NONE San Pablo, Province of San Jose
10
The Royal stay
Pros:

Lovely and very centric place. Totally recommend.
Great attention, very clean and comfortable rooms.

2026-01-17 via Tripadvisor
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jimmyd673 NONE Prestwick, South Ayrshire, Ayrshire, Scotland
10
Hidden Gem
Pros:

Loved it. Steeped in military history and memrobilia. Immaculate as you would expect. A hidden gem as i just booked last minute. Very close to everything in Edinburgh.

2026-01-06 via Tripadvisor
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shelaghd2026 Business
10
Great venue, location and staff
Pros:

I organised our company end of year catch up and Christmas party here. They helped with everything I needed and also with the last minute items I requested. The room we were allocated and viewed originally were perfect for what we needed and the use of the additional room in the afternoon really helped our event.
The Christmas party part of the evening was very well organised and the food was great. We had our own Ceilidh which the room was perfect for.
There were a couple of overnight stays and the rooms were beautiful, individual and clean. Breakfast was also very varied and tasty.
Thanks again for a great night.

2026-01-06 via Tripadvisor
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EmAnn87 NONE Boston, Massachusetts
10
Wonderful stay!
Pros:

Clean room, friendly staff, historic setting in a great location. Walkable to prince's street and the royal mile while being far enough away to remain a quiet area. We were able to watch the NYE fireworks over the castle from our hotel room window. Staff was super friendly and accommodating. Room was clean and comfortable with a soft bed, modern bathroom, and wonderful oversized window looking toward the city.

2026-01-04 via Tripadvisor
3
34MarcS Business London, England
10
"Civilised and spacious”
Pros:

A mid-size but spacious hotel in in an historic building located in Edinburgh’s New Town. Slightly off the beaten track but has the advantage of fewer tourists in the streets outside. Stayed here many times before and it remains highly recommended and I will use again. Good evening meal and breakfast and the bedroom was great. Bedrooms are of a reasonable size, and the beds are most comfortable. There is a good collection of public spaces with ample armchairs and places to relax.

2026-01-02 via Tripadvisor
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librarianmarn NONE Dallas, Texas
10
THE place to stay in Edinburgh!
Pros:

This is the place to stay when visiting Edinburgh. Walking distance (or short bus ride) from the main streets of New Town, but in a quiet neighborhood. The staff is friendly and attentive, and the accommodations are excellent. You also get to enjoy a little history and old fashioned hospitality.

2025-12-10 via Tripadvisor
F
FineWineTime NONE Gourock, Inverclyde, Scotland
10
Unique Setting - Quality Provision
Pros:

Retirement lunch. Six of us in total. Food excellent, staff friendly. Even reserved an area in the bar/lounge for us to be able to sit together pre lunch. Just a quality experience in a unique setting. Thank you..

2025-12-09 via Tripadvisor
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haleyr253 NONE
10
Repeat Customer
Pros:

Easily a 5 star experience. The location is convenient, the staff are wonderful, and the hotel is beautiful and historic. The charm of this place is unbeatable and the value is more than worth it. I will always consider the Royal Scots Club first for Edinburgh accommodations.

2025-11-30 via Tripadvisor
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karenohara2244 NONE
8
Weekend Visit
Pros:

Had a lovely stay although slightly expensive , would stay again. Good location , near to main town centre and train station.

2025-11-25 via Tripadvisor
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V157PBmartinr Couples Chichester, West Sussex, England
6
Pluses and minuses
Pros:

We stayed here for three nights over a weekend.
Plenty of pluses. It's a lovely period building with grand public and private members rooms. Excellent location on the southern side of the New Town so easy to get around the city centre on foot and handy for the St Andrew's Square tram stop, that'll take you to the airport. We were staying on a reciprocal members basis, and so decent value. Good sized room, pleasant and clean, at the back of the hotel, so no traffic noise. Helpful front desk staff.
A couple of minuses. Our room was really noisy not only from footfall and creaking floorboards in neighbours' rooms but strange loud periodic crashing and banging sounds - maybe furniture being moved around - or a herd of migrating elephants roaming across the central Edinburgh plain? Plus, there was the noise from the row of giant fans outside the window! Additionally, we were let down badly by the restaurant staff. We arrived not even five minutes late (delayed flight) for our 8:30 dinner reservation to be told we were too late and our reservation was cancelled! Unbelievable. The front desk staff pleaded on our behalf but to no avail. (Fortunately, we ate at the first rate Magnum restaurant, just down the road, and which I'd heartily recommend).
So, for us, staying here was a mixed bag but I feel that a hotel should deliver on the basics, which is to provide a good night's sleep - and sadly that's not what we got at the Royal Scots Club.

2025-11-11 via Tripadvisor
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billyM8920SH NONE
10
More Than Just a Hotel
Pros:

This is venue steeped in history and tradition which only adds to your experience. The staff and facilities are excellent and the location makes it easy to access all the main areas of the city. It is an ideal location if you are going the theatre, you can dine and stay overnight and it's a pleasant walk to Edinburgh Playhouse.

2025-11-01 via Tripadvisor
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robertfQ5970RY NONE Far Hills, New Jersey
10
Visit in October with friends for one night pre flight
Pros:

the perfect place for the one night we had free in Edinburgh. Great service - clean (but small) rooms and very reasonably priced. And an easy walk from all the sights and restaurants. Would definitely stay again.

2025-10-15 via Tripadvisor
D
Deanna
10
Pros:

Wonderful old hotel. Clean and friendly.

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
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Peter
10
Pros:

Room was large & clean

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
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IainG977 NONE
10
Wonderful Venue
Pros:

A spectacular venue, well worth visiting. Staff were very welcoming, pleasant and friendly. The accommodation was excellent.

2025-10-08 via Tripadvisor
J
Jana family
10
Pros:

Loved it!

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
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Kenneth family
8
Pros:

Nice historical building. Enjoyed our stay.

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
3
398rickq NONE Dartmouth, Halifax Regional Municipality, Nova Scotia
8
Great Spot Downtown
Pros:

It was a short walk from the city centre. The room was beautiful and authentically Scottish. The room was whisper-quiet with the window closed—a gorgeous spot and highly recommended.

2025-10-06 via Tripadvisor
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Gretchen family
10
Pros:

Our room was great and the staff super helpful and friendly

2025-10-06 via Nuitee