About this property

Dakota Edinburgh is a modern hotel with an award-winning restaurant located 30 minutes from Edinburgh city and 10 minutes from Edinburgh Airport. Enjoy a special experience near the quaint village of South Queensferry, nestled on the outskirts of Edinburgh. Bold styling and subdued tones set the backdrop for the ultimate comfort, our bedrooms at Dakota Edinburgh are designed to deliver on every detail. Crisp, high-thread cotton linen for a beautiful night’s sleep. Stunning bathrooms with invigorating monsoon showers. Home comforts of 48” HD TV with Sky Package & Sky Sports. It’s the detail that sets us apart from other hotels in Edinburgh. Immerse yourself in the heart & soul of Dakota: the Grill. Our urban-chic, open plan restaurant is famous for steak. We source our prime cuts from grass-fed UK-bred beef, supplied by Scottish family butchers. With the lightest touch, we season and grill our steaks to perfection over hot coals. Seafood lovers will discover a range of mouth-watering fish dishes, from simple grilled cod to our signature monkfish curry. Be tempted to complete your dining experience by selecting one of our deliciously divine desserts. You’ll find intensely flavoured, classically inspired dishes on our Dakota Grill restaurant menu, made from the finest seasonal produce. Relax by the fire, socialise with friends and enjoy your favourite cocktails at Dakota Bar. Choose to sip on a classic cocktail, explore our ever-evolving list of in-house originals, indulge in our premium spirits collection, or delight in a beautifully crafted coffee. Enjoy a short stroll down to the quaint, cobbled village high street just 15 minutes walk for views of the River Forth as well as all three famous bridges; Forth Rail Bridge, Queensferry Crossing, and Forth Road Bridge. Drive into Edinburgh city centre or take the train from nearby Dalmeny Station. Our stylish hotel is just a 30 minute drive from the city’s shopping, entertainment and cultural centre, ideally located for the world famous Edinburgh Fringe Festival and is just over the Queensferry Crossing from the Fife region. Luxurious style, impeccable service and spectacular food. Treat yourself to an evening at Dakota Edinburgh and enjoy a special experience in the outskirts of Edinburgh. Our top Suite at Dakota Edinburgh located on the top floor with stunning views of the Forth Rail Bridge. Indulge in luxury with a super-king size bed, beautiful bathroom with monsoon shower & separate bath and a walk-in wardrobe. Includes private living room with two smart HDTVs, desk & chair, hairdryer, iron & ironing board, air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, luxury toiletries, complimentary stocked mini-bar, tea & coffee tray & bottled water, and a Nespresso coffee machine. Dakota Edinburgh are pleased to offer a complimentary shuttle service to and from Edinburgh Airport for our guests. This service is subject to availability and timings vary seasonally: pre-booking is essential. To enquire, please contact the team directly on 0131 319 3690 and they will be delighted to assist.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Dakota Hotels
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Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

  • Free parking available at the hotel

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There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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1 double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Connie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Location was perfect as we were attending a wedding in South Queensferry.
Jolene
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The Food was outstanding The room was a good size The bed was very comfy Friendly staff Value for money for a Friday night stay Very quiet hotel Shower was amazing
Alena
Cyprus Cyprus
Absolutely love this hotel and hope will come back soon.
Anne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Lovely room and bathroom. Very comfy bed and the lobby was beautiful. Very helpful staff. I had a great sleep.
Harry
United Kingdom United Kingdom
We got our room at a very good rate. Room was clean and very comfortable with an excellent shower with good pressure and ease of use.
Eileen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Room decor was lovely bed very comfortable tea and coffee kettle and water available in the room
Graeme
United Kingdom United Kingdom
We liked the ambiance of the hotel and room. It was very nice and comfortable. Will definitely return.
Dawn
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Great location easy to get transport into Edinburgh Staff very helpful Breakfast delicious
Heather
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Breakfast was lovely . Was attending wedding at nearby Carlowrie Castle location of hotel was excellent
Caoilinn
Ireland Ireland
Room was gorgeous, very clean, beautiful shower and quiet

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Grill
  • Cuisine
    Grill/BBQ
  • Ambiance
    Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Dakota Edinburgh takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
From 05:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
£30 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
£30 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

-Guests are required to show a debit or credit card upon check-in. This will be pre-authorised 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-authorisation.

The complimentary airport shuttle operates on a restricted schedule from October to March, running Monday to Friday between 9am and 2pm.