The City Hotel

Hotels
Independent
8.6 (244 reviews)
18-20 Bridge Street, Dunfermline, Scotland, KY12 8DA , Dunfermline , GB

Facilities

Free breakfast
Meeting rooms
Front entrance ramp
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Wheelchair accessible
Television in common areas
Free breakfast
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean and comfortable rooms
Excellent location
Good value for money
Cons:
Room size could be small for some
Hairdryer plug point issue noted

Categories

Cleanliness
8.45
Overall sentiment reflects clean and tidy rooms as highlighted in multiple reviews.
Service
8.95
Staff were described as friendly, helpful, and attentive throughout various reviews.
Location
8.95
Ideal location mentioned repeatedly, close to attractions and the city center.
Room Quality
8.45
Rooms were generally comfortable and well-equipped, although some were smaller than expected.
Amenities
8.45
Standard amenities provided as expected for this category of hotel.
Value for Money
8.25
Good value noted in reviews, especially with respect to cleanliness and comfort.
Food and Beverage
8.75
Food in the restaurant received positive feedback; breakfast made to order and tasty.
Overall Experience
8.55
Guests expressed satisfaction and likelihood to return, reflecting overall positive experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 04:06

Property Description

Convenient Amenities

Enjoy complimentary wireless internet, wedding services, and a television in the common area during your stay.

Dining Experience

Indulge in delicious meals at Weavers Restaurant & Bar or savor snacks at the 2 coffee shops/cafes. Unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges.

Comfort and Convenience

Make yourself at home in one of the 32 guestrooms featuring complimentary wireless internet, showers, and daily housekeeping.

Book your stay at The City Hotel in Dunfermline today and immerse yourself in comfort, dining delights, and convenience.

Important information:

  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • General

    Gap period enforced between guest stays - 72 hours

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 244 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.45
Service: 8.95
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 8.25
Food and Beverage: 8.75
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Q5690VEandrewg Family
10
Value for money
Pros:

Had a great time. The hotel was really bright and warm. Great dining area and rooms really fit for purpose. Staff were so friendly and the breakfast was really really good. Definitely stay there again

2026-03-12 via Tripadvisor
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Robbieanp Family Elgin, Moray, Scotland
10
Clean, good helpful staff
Pros:

Lovely staff, room was very basic but very clean. Breakfast was excellent and very handy location.

2026-03-11 via Tripadvisor
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X1322VAwilliamb Couples West Kilbride, North Ayrshire, Ayrshire, Scotland
8
Great hotel in city centre Dunfermline
Pros:

Excellent location within the city centre. We had a wedding anniversary to attend in the fire station creative which was within walking distance.

2026-03-10 via Tripadvisor
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TomHiggins_13 Friends getaway Coventry, West Midlands, England
10
Hidden Gem for the Rugby
Pros:

We stumbled across The City Hotel by chance as we were in Scotland for the Rugby.
Edinburgh hotels prices are crazy so found this hotel on Tripadvisor.
Price a 1/3 of Edinburgh prices with fabulous breakfast included and only a 30 minute train ride into Edinburgh.
Dunfermline is steeped in History and will definitely come back and advice all other Rugby followers to stay here for quality food, warm spacious room, fabulous friendly staff and best breakfast I have had in a long time.

2026-02-18 via Tripadvisor
8
897phils Solo travel Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Scotland
10
Definitely recommend
Pros:

Lovely staff, and all very helpful. The room was comfortable and very well presented. The breakfast was excellent, and the choice of food very good! The location of the hotel is very central, access to the city's attractions was easy (mostly a short walk). I would definitely recommend this hotel.

2026-02-16 via Tripadvisor
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nicollem497 Couples Bonnyrigg, Midlothian, Scotland
8
Perfect Spot in Dunfermline
Pros:

I booked the wrong date and the staff were super helpful and changed it over without any issue.
Really friendly and what a lovely breakfast they offer.
Great location in the middle of Dunfermline.

2026-01-28 via Tripadvisor
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rossm679 Solo travel Brighton, East Sussex, England
10
Friendly Informal Hotel In Ideal Location
Pros:

Stayed one night at the City Hotel while attending a family occasion. Was struck by its ideal location practically next door to the the lovely Pittencrieff Park which I'd have loved to explore given more time and less grim weather!

The hotel had a nice informal feel thanks to the friendly cheerful members of staff at reception, the bar area and the breakfast room. The receptionist was particularly helpful at tirelessly answering queries. Provided me with an iron and ironing board, stored my luggage after I'd checkout out and provided my with sonewhere to change clothes after my family occasion. Thank you.

My single room (24) was on the second floor up a steep set of stairs. Not suitable for those unsteady on their feet so be sure to mention at time of booking. The room was a bit cramped and quite hot (but then again this was Dunfermline in January!) but it was very clean, as was the bathroom with its very good shower.

Breakfast was included in my stay, so I enjoyed a substantial tasty Full Scottish Breakfast as well as all the usual breakfast staples. Very good coffee. Found the breakfast serving times (7am-9am) a bit severe.

I enjoyed my stay at the City Hotel and would happily stay there again.

2026-01-24 via Tripadvisor
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Resort44064780277 Solo travel
10
Lovely hotel
Pros:

A really lovely hotel in a great location. Lovely staff and the restaurant was lovely and reasonably priced. Would definitely stay here again

2025-11-14 via Tripadvisor
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Compass53425246148 Couples
8
Lovely stay at this City centre hotel
Pros:

Lovely stay at this City centre hotel. Lovely atmosphere on arrival and a great welcome. The room (business room) was smaller than we expected but was comfortable and clean and had a great shower room. Good to see a waste paper basket in bedroom and a bin in bathroom. The window opened (wonderful as it was warm) and there was thoughtfully, a decent fan in the room. Usually you have to ask for a fan, so this was impressive. The quality/firmness of the pillows was excellent too. Too often pillows in hotels are too soft and uncomfortable. The one negative in the room was that the hairdryer (borrowed from reception) had no plug point near enough the mirror to dry my hair. This was very frustrating and such a simple thing to sort (the mirror on the wall couldn't be moved either). We had a meal with 5 friends in the restaurant in the evening and this was very good. All the meals were hot and tasty, good drinks and happy smiling staff. We felt breakfast was a bit early (up to 9am on a Saturday), but it was made to order and tasty.

2025-11-11 via Tripadvisor
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helenj745 Family
10
City Hotel Dunfermline
Pros:

The Hotel is ideally situated in the Town of Dunfermline. It is close to the bus station, the park, the Abby and lots of hostelries.

2025-10-21 via Tripadvisor
8
897phils Solo travel Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Scotland
10
A Great place to stay
Pros:

A Great place to stay! A warm welcome, and a very nice room. The staff were all friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was perfect. The bed was very comfortable and the room was well equipped. The location of the hotel is very central for everything in Dunfermline. I will definitely be back, and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to others.
Thank you to all the staff there for a lovely stay!

2025-10-20 via Tripadvisor
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gordonsmcnee Couples Glasgow, Scotland
10
Great located hotel.
Pros:

Stayed in hotel on bed and breakfast as attending show at the Alhambra. Our room was excellent and a good size. We had dinner in the restaurant, the food and service very good. We will be back.

2025-10-20 via Tripadvisor
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386annk Couples Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland
10
Ideal location
Pros:

Great wee hotel in the historic centre of Dunfermline.
10 minutes walk from the Alhambra Theatre. Nearby is the Abbey and Palace, plus the magnificent Pittencrief Park.
Room was small, but ideal for an overnight stay.
Bed very comfortable.
Breakfast was delicious- large portions!
Recommend.

2025-10-16 via Tripadvisor
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Philip
8
Pros:

This was a last minute booking because I had to be in the Edinburgh area a day earlier due to a storm hitting the north part of Scotland. It was very affordable and easy to get to from Waverly Station by train (although the walk to the hotel is mostly uphill from the station). I had a meal at the hotel restaurant on the day I checked in, and it was very delicious and reasonably priced, and the included breakfast was great. Also there was a supermarket a short walk away for snacks. The only negative about the room was that I found the shower doors were very narrow, so it took a bit of effort to go in and out, but nothing that would prevent me from staying here again!

2025-10-10 via Nuitee
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joanna
2
Pros:

System was hacked & had to put a stop on my debit card & as yet received no actual apology & just told it was not the city hotels fault. However, the breakfast was lovely, staff & service good. Been assured the hackers do not have my personal details??? Not very happy with the situation

2025-10-09 via Nuitee
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Eric family
10
Pros:

Food and room great.

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
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Lorraine friends
8
Pros:

Good central location. Great clean room and breakfast was very good.

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
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Pamela family
10
Pros:

We stayed here for our daughter’s wedding and found the hotel to be clean and the staff to be friendly and helpful. It’s very close to the City Chambers and the Glen which is beautiful for photographs.

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
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michael
10
Pros:

breakfast was great staff so friendly and obliging have stayed here several years running always been very good will be back next year

2025-10-04 via Nuitee
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Bob
10
Pros:

Exactly what I expected
Will definitely be back

2025-10-04 via Nuitee