Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly Staff
Clean and Comfortable Rooms
Excellent Food
Cons:
Noise from Bed
Check-in Fee Confusion

Categories

Cleanliness
8.69
Rooms were reported as very clean and comfortable.
Service
9.16
Staff were consistently described as friendly, helpful, and attentive.
Location
9.2
Perfect location mentioned, convenient for the airport.
Room Quality
8.15
Rooms are clean but some minor issues with lighting and noise from the bed.
Amenities
8.68
Amenities mentioned include a cozy atmosphere and good service.
Value for Money
8.14
The £50 check-in charge raised some confusion but was manageable.
Food and Beverage
9.19
Breakfast and evening meals consistently praised as excellent.
Overall Experience
9.16
Overwhelmingly positive experiences reported, with a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 01:35

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Indulge in the ultimate comfort at Dakota Edinburgh with beautifully designed bedrooms featuring high-thread cotton linen and invigorating monsoon showers. The attention to detail sets us apart for a restful night's sleep.

Award-Winning Dining at The Grill
Experience culinary excellence at our urban-chic restaurant known for its prime cuts of grass-fed UK-bred beef and mouthwatering seafood dishes. Savor intensely flavored, seasonally inspired meals made from the finest produce.

Relaxing Atmosphere at Dakota Bar
Unwind by the fire with friends at Dakota Bar, where you can enjoy a variety of classic cocktails, premium spirits, and expertly crafted coffees. Socialize in style and comfort at our inviting bar area.

Immerse yourself in luxury and exceptional service at Dakota Edinburgh. Book now for an unforgettable experience on the outskirts of Edinburgh.

Important information:

-Guests are required to show a debit or credit card upon check-in. This will be pre-authorized for the total amount of the stay plus an extra GBP 50 per room per night to cover for any extras. Payment by cash is only accepted at check-out after the check-in card pre-authorization.

The complimentary airport shuttle operates on a restricted schedule from October to March, running Monday to Friday between 9am and 2pm.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 6165 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.69
Service: 9.16
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.15
Amenities: 8.68
Value for Money: 8.14
Food and Beverage: 9.19
Overall Experience: 9.16
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lauryn solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Julita solo_traveller gb
10
Nice stay
Pros:

Good standard room, delicious food at the restaurant.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Claire family_with_children gb
10
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Morag couple gb
8
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Cyndy couple us
8
Easy access to airport. Had air conditioning and elevator, both definite positives.
Pros:

Had a modern, spacious room. Location was convenient to airport. Staff was cordial. After expressing a concern with the room, the Manager came to speak with us in person, which we appreciated.

Cons:

The bathroom had recently been renovated and redesigned for persons with disabilities, i.e., wheelchair, etc. This was a surprise and felt different to us. Bathroom was small, toilet/sink/shower was all one open area. When I went downstairs to inquire at the front desk, I was told hotel was full and we could not be moved to another room. Then the Manager came, explained, and offered to move us to an available room. We had already unpacked, so declined his offer. As I told the manager, we had booked this hotel 7 months prior, which should have been considered versus another guest who may have just recently booked. Only there for one night.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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John family_with_children gb
10
2nd time ive stayed here definitely be back
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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simon couple gb
8
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Yuliia couple gb
9
Pros:

Nice and modern

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
M
Matthew family_with_children gb
10
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
S
stewart solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Lovely room and staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
M
Michael couple gb
8
Comfortable enough stay, but have had better value for money...
Pros:

We find the rooms in the Dakota are usually pretty standard: you always know what you're getting (like Premier Inn!!): comfortable and clean, but with little in the way of wow factor. The staff were generally eager to please - with one notable exception (see below) which became the abiding memory of our stay, unfortunately.

Cons:

Everyone knows what to expect as regards hotel prices these days, but our feeling was that what we paid was a bit much for what we got. Prices in the restaurant seemed rather steep as well.

Our main gripe, though, was the attitude of one member of staff. We were staying to attend a family wedding nearby and returned to the hotel a little early, expecting to round off the night with a drink. However, returning at 11.10pm, the male staff member at reception informed us that the bar was closed. We challenged this - in what hotel anywhere in the world would you be unable to get a drink at 11.00pm?? However he insisted that this was hotel policy. When we mentioned this to staff while checking out, they seemed shocked. It would appear that he just couldn't be bothered to serve us himself, or to find someone who could. Pretty poor...

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Iñaki couple es
7
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
T
Torsten couple de
9
Great place because of great people!
Pros:

Very cosy and well arranged interior. The team is amazing.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
D
Darren couple au
8
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Gayle solo_traveller us
9
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Matthew couple gb
8
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple au
10
Fabulous
Pros:

Dramatic and cosy. Easy to find. Good locality.

Cons:

Dark at the entry.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Ross solo_traveller us
7
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
10
One of our favourites, classy, cozzy and staff are very helpful
Pros:

Love this hotel

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Faye couple gb
9
2026-07-19 via Nuitee