Dakota Edinburgh

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Forth Rail Bridge

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Classic Twin Room (Dakota) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
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Near Edinburgh Zoo, Dakota Edinburgh offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Unwind with a drink at the bar, enjoy breakfast in the on-site restaurant or stay active at the gym. With helpful staff and free self parking, previous guests rave about their experience.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Concierge services
  • Banquet hall

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
$90 nightly
The total price is $108
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Signature Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 248 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 248 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed (Dakota)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(105 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Twin Room (Dakota)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Ferrymuir Retail Park, South Queensferry, Scotland, EH30 9QZ

What's nearby

  • Forth Road Bridge - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dundas Castle - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Hopetoun House - 4 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Edinburgh Zoo - 13 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Murrayfield Stadium - 17 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 10 min drive
  • Inverkeithing Station - 8 min drive
  • Rosyth Station - 8 min drive
  • South Queensferry Dalmeny Station - 20 min walk
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rail Bridge Bistro - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Thirty Knots - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Hawes Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Scotts - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Dakota Edinburgh

Dakota Edinburgh puts you within a 15-minute drive of Edinburgh Park and Edinburgh Zoo. After visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and restaurant.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 130 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (11 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services

Facilities

  • Fitness center
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 34
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 6 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 29
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Shower grab bar height (inches): 28
  • Roll-in shower
  • Roll-in shower width (inches): 35
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 22 per person

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from January 4 2026 to January 12 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Dining venue(s)
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility

Policies

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Dakota Edinburgh Hotel
Dakota Forthbridge Hotel
Dakota Forthbridge South Queensferry
Dakota Forth Bridge Edinburgh
Dakota Edinburgh South Queensferry
Dakota Edinburgh Hotel South Queensferry

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Dakota Edinburgh?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Dakota Edinburgh?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Dakota Edinburgh?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM on request.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Dakota Edinburgh?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Dakota Edinburgh and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.

Are there restaurants at or near Dakota Edinburgh?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers British cuisine.

What's the area around Dakota Edinburgh like?

Dakota Edinburgh is located a short 13-minute walk from Forth Road Bridge. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Dakota Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
Restaurant
Food
Breakfast
Airport
Bed
Shower
Bar
Ambience

What guests liked

  • The restaurant served delicious meals with swift service and a wide selection of options. (33 reviews)
  • The airport shuttle service was prompt, convenient, and provided by friendly and professional drivers. (60 reviews)
  • Breakfast options were delectable with a good variety of choices including a continental buffet and à la carte options. (25 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location

I love this hotel. Staff are so kind and helpful. Food excellent and a great location
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Just great

Great location and excellent rooms and great food
Matt, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic stay

We had a lovely stay. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. Beautiful, clean and spacious room.
Lisa, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Stylishly comfortable

Always a good stay here ..great service throughout & good dining .
Sheila, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant stay

Staff are so friendly and helpful as well as being polite. They make you feel very welcome. The food is very good as well.
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel in the Queensferry area of Edinburgh.

The Dakota Hotel is a stylish place to stay with a helpful staff. We especially appreciated their shuttle bus to the Edinburgh airport.
Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice Hotel.

Lovely hotel and evening meal. Very nice room, but the downside was a very creaky bed.,
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful

Beautiful hotel, very updated. The staff was very accommodating. We had an unexpected but welcome addition to our travels and a cot was provided
Patricia-William, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice one night stay by Edinburgh airport.

Excellent location for a morning flight out of Edinburgh. Used the free shuttle to the airport, which was perfect. Very comfortable bed and room. Nice restaurant/bar and breakfast available for purchase, although we didn't use that. Extremely friendly staff.
Doug, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel with amazing staff and amenities would highly recommend and definitely stay again
Asa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice

Nice hotel, convenient and clean to get to airport the next day. Far better than staying at a city hotel or an airport hotel
Christopher, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location and nice facilities.
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet and comfortable. All staff lovely
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, super clean and big nice rooms. The food is absolutely awesome. Highly recommend the dining.
Angela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel

Excellent stay
Sheila, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very friendly and courteous.
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good front desk, easy to access, good restaurant.
Ronald, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Reliably excellent stay here .
Sheila, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a fantastic stay, the staff were incredible from check in right through to breakfast the next day. Everyone friendly and went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. Room clean, quiet and comfortable.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel will come again.
Ian, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I have stayed here before and it doesn’t disappoint. Quiet and very comfortable
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice room, about 15 minutes from the airport
Janet, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel!

Hotel staff was courteous, well-trained and friendly. Our room was beautiful and the amenities were high-end. We will definitely be back!
Carrie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel. Comfy beds.
Tamara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, comfortable bed and superior service.
Susan, 1-night trip