"Value for the price. Close to only a few meters supermarket, 15 minute walk to the train, and very clean"
"Right next to a busy main road and access to the inner city + very tidy hotel"
The unique 4-star Dakota Edinburgh Hotel South Queensferry overlooks the River Forth and comprises 130 rooms with modern comforts. Ideally located near a train station, the modern hotel is 6 km from a historical landmark called the 15 - century Midhope Castle.
Deep Sea World is 10 minutes away by car, and culture-oriented attractions such as The Airport Gallery lie within 10 minutes' drive of this South Queensferry property. North Berwick is 55 km from the stylish Dakota Edinburgh South Queensferry, while the 15th-century Dundas Castle is a 10-minute ride away. The accommodation is situated a 10-minute ride from Xtreme Karting. For those travelling from afar, Edinburgh airport is 15 minutes' drive away.
The rooms at this South Queensferry hotel are allergy-free and fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as coffee/tea making equipment. Guests can also use a rainfall shower, along with such amenities as bathrobes and a shower cap. A separate toilet and a shower are available in private bathrooms.
The Dakota Edinburgh South Queensferry offers continental breakfast in the restaurant. An à la carte restaurant is located onsite. The neighbourhood features restaurants, including Stables Kitchen, which is within easy walking distance of this South Queensferry property.
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Check-in:from 15:00 until 23:59
Check-out:from 05:00 until 11:00
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The maximum number of extra beds allowed in a room is 1.
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Priory Church
1000 m
St Margaret's Catholic Church
700 m
Harbour Lane Gallery
1000 m
Queensferry Parish Church
700 m
Dalmeny House
650 m
Inchcolm Abbey
850 m
Soft Play Edinburgh
850 m
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The rooms at this South Queensferry hotel are allergy-free and fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as coffee/tea making equipment. Guests can also use a rainfall shower, along with such amenities as bathrobes and a shower cap. A separate toilet and a shower are available in private bathrooms.
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William
2024-04-12
7/10
We had a nice warm bedroom. We had a landmark view.
Peter
2024-04-06
8/10
The bedroom was neat and en suite. I had a wonderful stay here and would definitely go again.
Mary
2024-04-04
7/10
Central location was a plus.
Ellen
2024-03-08
9/10
Unbeatable location, friendly efficient and hard-working team who where extremely pleasant especially the waiters. Pretty close to the airport, 15 km.
John
2024-01-26
9/10
The hotel had an ideal and easy location, about 10 minutes' walk from the city centre. We ordered lunch at City Kebab, located a short walk from the venue.
Ronald
2024-01-23
9/10
The units were modern with a luxury touch.
Dennis
2024-01-08
9/10
The setting is unbeatable and lovely, just next door to the airport, and local restaurants, sightseeing and eateries, very comfortable area. The place to order dinner a 10-15 minute walk from the hotel is Three Bridges Takeaway. It has restaurant for food and drinks, spent time there when it was cold outside.
Derek
2024-01-01
8/10
Delicious and satisfactory breakfast, with a lot of food. Contemporary rooms with comfy bed, marvellous location.
Jonathan
2023-12-23
9/10
Central setting of the hotel, friendly efficient and hard-working staff with a member of Dakota staff. Relaxing area and astonishing views. Good food choices for breakfast.
Stuart
2023-12-19
7/10
I booked well furnished room with nice view. The breakfast was good quality, I would love to stay here again.
Amy
2023-12-07
7/10
Comfy bed in the double room, plus a storage, climate control, and USB ports. High quality breakfast with alternatives right on the doorstep for the start of the day.
Francis
2023-12-07
7/10
Stylish and chic place, it has outstandingly accommodating staff with a member of Dakota staff. Thank you, so we would have extended the stay.
Oliver
2023-12-04
8/10
Glad I took king room, it was top-class and brand-new. The food is good, loved continental breakfast.
William
2023-11-28
8/10
Central location halfway down under services "Airport shuttle ". Fabulous food, well priced.
Ashley
2023-11-26
9/10
It had a marvellous and absolutely perfect location adjacent to the Edinburgh airport, the restaurant on one occasion and a nice getaway and comfortable relaxing stay in Edinburgh. A cool bonus was Tesco Cafe, located nearby, it offered tea and coffee.
Constance
2023-11-18
6/10
The staff was incredible and were happy to help with my additional requests. The bedroom was beautifully designed and compact.
The location was pretty bad; Wi-Fi was weak.
Timothy
2023-11-14
9/10
The setting was particularly good and unbeatable, so close to the train station. I was happy to find Three Bridges Takeaway, it was a 10-15 minute walk from the hotel and served nice food.
Joe
2023-11-10
9/10
The venue was set in the central position next to a very industrial themed restaurant and Edinburgh. In Three Bridges Takeaway you could have Scottish meals.
John
2023-11-10
9/10
The hotel offers really tasty and freshly cooked meal in the morning with salmon, scrambled eggs and toast. The location is central.
Henry
2023-11-08
9/10
The room with landmark views was decent sized and en suite and had tea, coffee, a Nespresso machine, and a hair dryer.
Victor
2023-11-03
7/10
The hotel's location is unbeatable and excellent and nearby a train station. 1 km away there is Mcdonald's Restaurants, serving quick meals. The breakfast is good quality, offered with scrambled eggs, toast, smoked salmon.
Alf
2023-10-23
8/10
The ideal and easy location for the price, very close to Forth bridges, the excellent artwork inside, particularly the bear and dog sculptures in the foyer and the stunning artwork by Julia Borodina in the restaurant and a restaurant. Themed and beautifully presented units with Christmassy touches thrown in as well as bathroom very clean.
Peter
2023-10-14
9/10
Particularly good and marvellous location, a short walk to a bus stop. Lovely food, especially delicious breakfast.
Jim
2023-10-13
8/10
The location for our purpose was particularly good and beautiful, nearby the train station.
Edward
2023-09-23
8/10
Good location in the lovely quiet area, not far from the DAKOTA EDINBURGH, the bar and dining areas and possibly the steepest hill. Nicely furnished units with a luxury touch.
Roy
2023-09-23
5/10
Such a very good stay for two nights on a business trip. Very nice facilities in general, perfect location to Edinburgh area. Based near to where the rooms, an external restaurant and the public areas and the rooms.
Sophisticated staff!
Peter
2023-09-22
9/10
The staff were fairly friendly, the breakfast was sensational and everything was lovely. Easy location to the picturesque seafront and en suite room, besides we had a lovely view. And it was at a walking distance from The Boat House, ate there couple of times.
John
2023-09-19
9/10
We got an upgrade to a modern room with a storage, tea making facilities, and USB ports. The staff were happy to help to solve any kind of issue.
William
2023-09-14
8/10
The room was en suite with a very quick, we had a comfortable experience. The breakfast was really tasty and had a great selection of options.
Joanna
2023-09-10
9/10
The hotel was located in an incredible place, nearby a train station. We truly enjoyed the convenience of the double room available with amazing shower, the complimentary mini bar, a great bed.
Charles
2023-09-04
7/10
The weather was very good, had very enjoyable stay for 2 nights. We stayed in a king room with christmassy touches thrown in.
Roger
2023-08-19
7/10
The breakfast was delicious with gluten free toast and salmon, as for instance to choose from. The location was great for me, in main area. And it was also very close to the center of Edinburgh, Dakota Edinburgh, and Scotland for a birthday party which was in Queensferry.
Francis
2023-08-15
8/10
All in all everything was very good, had a very enjoyable stay for a wedding in south queensferry. The location was in a perfect and magnificent spot for our trip. We stopped by Coffee Stop for coffee and treats, it was relatively near the hotel.
Pete
2023-07-25
8/10
The room was top quality, the location was good and unbeatable. I ate at a very nice restaurant for food and drinks.
George
2023-07-21
7/10
Thank you for the absolutely amazing stay for a wedding in south queensferry. It boasts amazing, particularly good location not far from a taxi to the station. The breakfast is delicious and very very good with salmon available, had everything you could imagine.
Eddie
2023-07-17
8/10
Overall very good stay on Friday night. Clean place with friendly efficient and hard-working staff members and landmark views. Themed rooms with incredibly large bed, nice location. A lot of food at the really tasty and freshly cooked breakfast.
George
2023-07-08
7/10
Had a storage, tea making facilities, and USB ports in my modern room. The location was marvellous, the staff were happy to help.
Louise
2023-06-30
9/10
Clean and unique place, hot and delicious breakfast with variety of options. Particularly good position next to a supermarket.
Frank
2023-06-20
9/10
Clean property with flexible and knowledgeable staff especially the waiters. Nice beds in our king room. The nice view on the landmark. Unique hotel, excellent location, to the Forth bridge area. Very close to Airport in the morning, the three bridges and a business park at South Queensferry.
Graham
2023-06-12
7/10
My stay was very relaxing for 2 nights. The staff were happy to help with the little things. Everything was modern and met needs.
C.
2023-06-07
9/10
The staff were top-class and the breakfast was excellent quality with alternatives right on the doorstep. The location in a very comfortable area was magnificent and easy and there were the Christmas market and a market nearby.
Alexander
2023-06-04
7/10
Loved the queen room I had with amazing power shower, tea/coffee making facilities and lovely extras. Hotel's location was unbeatable and excellent, to the nearest train station to Edinburgh.
Tommy
2023-05-25
9/10
Upscale and fairly clean place with incredible staff with a member of Dakota staff.
Tony
2023-05-18
9/10
Fairly clean and unique property with excellent quality continental breakfasts and knowledgeable staff.
Warren
2023-04-18
9/10
Nearby the train station, exactly what I wanted.
Robert
2023-04-10
8/10
Air conditioned king room, comfy beds. Delicious breakfast with scrambled eggs, top-class personnel. Located nearby the train station, easy to get everywhere.
Michael
2023-04-09
5/10
We only stayed 2 nights, yet the staff were happy to help - ticked all the boxes for us. The service provided there was very efficient.
Well, the area was a bit pricey overall.
Hubert
2023-03-30
7/10
Compact rooms with tea making facilities, USB ports and coffee, scenic views.
Nigel
2023-03-22
9/10
Peaceful designer property with superfriendly staff with a member of Dakota staff. Lovely quiet area, central location short walk to the restaurant at night, and a grocery store/restaurants/pubs/shops.
Thomas
2023-03-21
8/10
The location was unbeatable, 10 km to Edinburgh airport, perfectly reachable.
Andrew
2023-03-09
8/10
Thanks to the exceptional staff everything was fantastic, including lots of savoury food. Wake-up service, available in my double room, was a nice bonus. Plus it was contemporary and the bed was good.
Harry
2023-03-05
8/10
And set nearby the train station.
Marie
2023-01-31
9/10
The food selection was fabulous. Its location was easy, just next door to the restaurant, and Edinburgh.
Paul
2023-01-25
7/10
Easy location in a particularly good area near a beach relaxing as well as taxis and dinner in the restaurant. Situated only 1 km from Harbour Lane Gallery. Fresh made breakfast with an outstanding view of the Bridges for all tastes.
Alfred
2023-01-21
9/10
Marvellous location and really amazing facilities. Sophisticated restaurant, new-fashioned room with very pleasant large bottles.
Dave
2023-01-12
8/10
Loved our stay, had fantastic 2 days overall. Attentive hotel staff with a member of Dakota staff and everything was fine. The accommodation had a central location stylish near airport. Spent our evenings in nearby Ferry Tap, especially when it was cold outside.
Robin
2023-01-09
9/10
The double room was neat with great facilities, so that guests had essentials. We were in a marvellous location approx 10-15 minutes' walk from Dundas Parks Golf Club.
Billy
2022-12-14
6/10
The location was unbeatable and easy for first time visitors to Edinburgh.
The bathroom was leaking.
Judith
2022-12-07
9/10
The restaurant here was good for food and drinks, we both ordered delicious dishes. It had large bed and the staff were attentive people especially the waiters.
Marcus
2022-12-01
9/10
Clean facilities and a delicious and satisfactory breakfast with smoked salmon, an outstanding view of the Bridges plus the hotel--great value.
Jimmy
2022-11-25
9/10
Welcoming staff, efficient check-in and great bar. Magnificent position in Edinburgh. For tea or coffee visit Once Upon a Time nearby.
Very dark room.
David
2022-11-22
6/10
The location is unbeatable for exploring Edinburgh. It's relatively close to The Boat House, spent evening there.
The bathrooms are leaking.
John
2022-11-18
8/10
A bus station was a short walk to the venue, I loved it.
Steve
2022-11-13
8/10
Relaxing accommodation with easy setting next to the airport, a business and retail park, and the restaurant. Plenty of fabulous food. Excellent service offered.
Tony
2022-11-12
9/10
The hotel of choice in Edinburgh. All in all, it's chic place that has pretty friendly and outstandingly accommodating staff especially the waiters. As for me, the location is excellent, to the highlands.
Don
2022-10-30
9/10
The service was welcoming and the location was unbeatable.
Fred
2022-10-24
9/10
The breakfasts for 2 slices. Unbeatable location for my purposes.
Harry
2022-10-11
8/10
Quiet place with efficient staff. Excellent location approx 10-15 minutes' walk from Dundas Parks Golf Club. Found in a nice enough part of the town. Nearby the train station to get everywhere quickly.
Henry
2022-10-10
9/10
Food was brilliant and I stayed in the double room, it was new-fashioned. The location was marvellous and easy, near to the esplanade. It was 1 km from Mcdonald's Restaurants, offering quick-service food.
Ian
2022-09-17
9/10
The staff was EFFICIENT, and the rooms were themed.
Peter
2022-08-27
9/10
The staff were superfriendly and amicable throughout my visit. The breakfast was really tasty for 2 slices, with lots of food.
Vic
2022-08-21
9/10
Thanks for a really nice stay for a friends wedding. The setting is favourable and magnificent, just next door to motorway as well as the Forth Bridge. Facilities are great, and there's shuttle to areas.
David
2022-08-19
9/10
A double room has basic facilities you need. The hotel offers plenty of food that was amazing.
Richard
2022-07-31
9/10
Polite staff, excellent services, including plenty of brilliant delicacies. Unbeatable location with good restaurant nearby. Found in a fairly nice area.
Jack
2022-07-22
8/10
Every detail was perfect from the beginning, including staff and rooms, I loved it. The bed was comfy, I enjoyed it.
James
2022-06-28
9/10
The venue was always clean, had fab staff and rooms.
Paul
2022-05-15
8/10
Everything seemed really good, clean. The staff was respectful, attentive all the time.
Dave
2022-04-24
9/10
The hotel was a perfect base for enjoying a pretty nice area, close enough to Edinburgh and of course the Forth Rail Bridge World Heritage site close by and restaurants and Edinburgh airport. The stay was very comfortable😃😀
Robert
2022-04-22
8/10
The place was fabulous and had welcoming staff especially the waiters, enjoyed the stay. The breakfast was tasty, there was plenty of food to chose from.
John
2022-04-07
9/10
The staff were courteous and the service was exceptional! The facilities were clean too.
William
2022-03-13
9/10
It was neat, and I enjoyed great staff and rooms. The restaurant was beautiful and served appetising food.
Aaron
2022-02-20
9/10
best people working here, secured place.
Robert
2022-02-16
8/10
Hotel was fairly clean and relaxing with helpful staff and magnificent location right next to Dalmeny train station. I appreciated the room, the bed was very comfy.
George
2022-02-02
9/10
Overall, it's best base for exploring Edinburgh attractions.
John
2022-01-26
9/10
We liked staff and rooms here.
Frank
2022-01-08
8/10
We loved the modern staff and the location was cosy.
Stefan
2021-12-22
8/10
We chose this functional hotel based on price, excellent value for money. Really enjoyed almost every detail, including food and rooms, they were pleasant. Location near motorway.
Very busy area.
Michael
2021-12-08
8/10
We greatly enjoyed every detail about our luxury stay here during 2 nights. Room was absolutely stunning and relaxing and the bathroom was luxury. Very good services. Decent staff, very good value for money.
Vivian
2021-11-29
8/10
The place is stylish and fairly clean, everything is very good, it should have higher than 4 star rating. I would book again if I go to Edinburgh, loved my such wonderful stay.
Joseph
2021-10-11
6/10
The location was handy and room was luxurious, I liked well-trained staff.
Breakfast, it was cold, could be way much better.
Julia
2021-09-12
9/10
The stay at this cheap hotel was a pleasant one. Elegant-style building, such lovely rooms. There were coffee, hairdryer and satellite TV in the room, liked that. Quite good breakfast and plenty of goodies. Early check in and in general perfect service. There were a supermarket and stores around the property.
Gerry
2021-08-20
8/10
Fab location; excellent quality breakfast; very handy staff. I slept so comfy in the very big bed. Efficient service within 0.5 km of the airport. Easy check in and late check out.
Jennifer
2021-07-11
9/10
the location was super buper and the staff was tremendous. elegant style hotel with dark furniture in the rooms. the downstairs bar was executive and the drinks were hot.
Aidan Ryan
2021-07-02
9/10
It was well priced, compared to other boutique hotels. I loved simple location, personable staff. I booked a double room with climate control, terrace and 3 windows. Heated pool and local beach.
James
2021-06-20
8/10
The staff were very pleasant, the hotel was clean, breakfast was really tasty!
Billy
2021-05-09
8/10
Staff were terrific, it was clean enough. Soft beds, flat-screen television and coffee were a nice touch. The service was marvellous in my opinion. I had fabulous days staying at this designer hotel.
Matthew
2021-04-09
9/10
It is 100% that we 'll be back. Service was awesome and food was brilliant. Only 10 minutes walk from South Queensferry centre👌
Harry
2021-03-13
8/10
Ultra modern and pretty clean place with very stylish staff. We had an executive queen room, which was normal and always clean. Extra comfy beds, scenic views. Gorgeous design, extraordinary service in the entire hotel. Everything was simply just perfect.
