The Stag Head Hotel

Hotels
7.9 (416 reviews)
Stag Head Hotel, 8 High Street South Queensferry , Edinburgh , GB

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Express check-in/check-out
Bar
Meeting/banquet facilities
Breakfast in the room
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Overpriced for some amenities
Limited food service hours

Categories

Cleanliness
6.65
Several reviews mention cleanliness issues, such as stains on carpets and dirty bathrooms.
Service
9.15
Staff were described as friendly and accommodating in multiple reviews.
Location
8.65
Positive sentiment regarding the location being great for exploring, with close proximity to the bridge.
Room Quality
7.65
Rooms were generally stated as comfortable but some mention of needing updates and various issues.
Amenities
8.15
Basic amenities like good food and drink were noted, along with Wi-Fi availability.
Value for Money
7.15
A few reviews suggest the price was too high for what was offered.
Food and Beverage
7.65
Comments on food quality were positive but limited service hours were a downside.
Overall Experience
8.15
General consensus is a pleasant stay, though some noted specific areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-28 03:57

Property Description

Central Location in Edinburgh
Located in the heart of Edinburgh, The Stag Head Hotel offers easy access to popular attractions such as Murrayfield Stadium and Edinburgh Castle.

British Cuisine Restaurant and Onsite Bar
Indulge in delicious British cuisine at the hotel's restaurant and enjoy a variety of classic British pub grub at the onsite bar, perfect for a relaxing lunch or evening drink.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Relax in well-equipped rooms featuring flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.

Book your stay at The Stag Head Hotel for a memorable experience in Edinburgh!

Important information:

Please note that on Friday and Saturday nights the property hosts a disco in the bar. As a result, guests may experience some noise disruption, particularly in the Twin Room and Family Room between 22:00 and 01:00.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 416 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.65
Service: 9.15
Location: 8.65
Room Quality: 7.65
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 7.15
Food and Beverage: 7.65
Overall Experience: 8.15
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MALCOLM • couple • gb
7
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Monika • couple • ch
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Ngok Shun • solo_traveller • hk
7
price goes with nice views but rooms are pretty much basics
Pros:

The view is good, looking at the Forth and Fith bridge in the morning is absolutely amazing

Cons:

Just basic toiletries (i.e. shampoos bottles), nothing more in the bathroom.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Barry • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Staff and main bedroom was excellent

Cons:

Thought bedroom was a bit overpriced for 1 night,
The bathroom can do with an upgrade and bathroom sliding door doesn't work properly

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Steve • couple • gb
8
Relaxed & everyone was very friendly & helpful.
Pros:

The view from the room was excellent & the location suited our needs for visiting Dundas Castle

Cons:

The shower cubicle was a little small, but satisfactory for our stay.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Laurence • solo_traveller • ch
9
Pros:

Friendly staff who carried my heavy suitcase up the stairs for me. The view from the room onto the Forth rail bridge was amazing. It was a chilly night and when I mentioned that the room was a bit cold, the manager switched on the heating, and it got nice and warm very quickly after that. Spacious room and the window in the bathroom was a bonus.

Cons:

No armchair to sit on, just a chair, so I ended up reading on the bed. The weather could have been nicer as the bridge was hardly visible through the fog! But nothing the hotel could do about it.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Paweł • couple • pl
8
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Rochelle • solo_traveller • us
9
I would go back in a heartbeat!
Pros:

I loved the view out my window. When I first got there one of the pub guests were so welcoming. I just got there from the airport after a LONG flight. But all went smooth. Lots of stairs but I already expected those.

Cons:

The TV did not work. Not sure if it was the batteries or the TV itself. I did not say anything I am sure they would have fixed I just used my Ipad. Being solo I needed some sort of noise in the room. I was only there from 8pm till the next morning check out 11am. Wish I had one more day loved the town.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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agnes • couple • fr
8
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Susan • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Jack • solo_traveller • il
9
Pros:

Great location, amazing views. Very comfortable beds. Highly recommended

Cons:

Wifi connection was not the best

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Laura • extended_group • gb
5
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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michael • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • gb
8
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Tammy • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

every thing was womnderful Towels were very very scratchy like they were not tumbled dry and hung out the window to dry Other than that is was wonderful

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • solo_traveller • us
8
I liked it
Pros:

Town - lovely
Bus to town from Edinburgh easy and cheap
No real WiFi in room - but if you search you can find it - but not at the WiFi that they give you
Make sure you don’t lock yourself out - nobody to serve you from midnight until noon

Cons:

Bus to town from Edinburgh easy and cheap
No real WiFi in room - but if you search you can find it - but not at the WiFi that they give you
Make sure you don’t lock yourself out - nobody to serve you from midnight until noon

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Bo • couple • gb
7
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Fulford • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely place, very comfy bed wiith views over the water. Staff were very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

No critcism to offer, no problems, no complaints.

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Heather • solo_traveller • gb
7
It was ok for what I needed
Pros:

Convenient for what I was doing
Staff very helpful
Reasonable clean
Easy to get in and out off when the pub was shut
Parking behind the hotel

Cons:

No shower- my mistake but not having a shower when I can’t use a bath isn’t ideal but I managed with the over bath shower head
Bed very squeaky and wobbly unless right up to the wall

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Tuna Arda • solo_traveller • tr
9
Pros:

Location is a bit far from the city center but queen's ferry is a cute place to visit too. Staff was lovely. Most rooms have amazing views. There are nice breakfast and dinner places around the hotel

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee