The Scott

The Scott has a more romantic feel than many Edinburgh boutique hotels, and that comes down to both the building and the setting. Named after Alexander Scott, original owner of the house built in the 1750s, the hotel leans into its history without feeling overly traditional, using the architecture, gardens, and quietly elegant interiors to create a stay that feels special but not stiff. The 37 bedrooms are individually designed, with no two alike, and combine the building’s character with thoughtful comforts like Elite mattresses, bespoke pillow menus, Laura Thomas bath products, yoga mats, Novus teas, and OPAL coffee machines. Dining at Bonnar’s adds real depth, with Head Chef Pier Berretta bringing an Italian perspective to Scottish seasonal produce in a garden-facing dining room, while the Gallery Bar offers a more relaxed setting for Champagne, whisky, wine, or an evening drink. The overall experience feels calm, curated, and just removed enough from the city to make coming back each evening part of the appeal.

A refined boutique hotel in an 18th-century baronial house in Edinburgh’s Southside, pairing historic character, landscaped grounds, and elegant rooms with a quieter setting beside Holyrood Park.

A buzzy city-center hotel or a grand old landmark built around formality. The Scott is a smaller, more peaceful retreat that feels polished, intimate, and residential in tone.

You want an elegant Edinburgh stay with more atmosphere than a standard boutique hotel, plus strong dining, quiet gardens, and easy access to Holyrood Park and the Old Town.

Coming back after a walk around Arthur’s Seat, then settling in for dinner at Bonnar’s as the light falls over the private garden and the hotel starts to feel less like a city base and more like a real retreat.

Bonnar’s - An Italian perspective to Scotland’s seasonal produce Gallery Bar - A curated selection of whiskies, wines, gins and champagnes, as well as light snacks