73 Cockburn Street, Edinburgh EH1 1BU, United Kingdom
Distance: 106 yd.
Company description
The Scotsman Hotel opened in 2001 in a Victorian building which had housed The Scotsman newspaper for nearly a century. The hotel is located on North Bridge between the Royal Mile and Princes Street.
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Rooms And Dining
A variety of room layouts are available at The Scotsman, which houses 69 accommodations. Interiors are each unique in design and feature oak paneling and other original fixtures from the former newspaper printing house. The spacious Editor rooms feature fireplaces and a turret with a roll top bath, while the Publisher/Director suites have drawing or dining rooms and, in some cases, saunas. Guests staying in the luxury two-story Penthouse will enjoy additional amenities such as unrivaled views of Edinburgh Castle. All rooms come with wireless Internet access and Egyptian-cotton linens; 24-hour room service is also available. At North Bridge Brasserie & Bar, guests can savor contemporary, seasonal Scottish fare such as Rump of Perthshire Lamb and Loch Tarber scallops prepared with regional, fresh produce. Once the original reception hall of The Scotsman newspaper, the restaurant boasts handsome wood paneling, impressive two-level marble pillars, and a stainless-steel staircase, adding to the Victorian-style charm. Seasonal drinks can be sipped at the bar's counter, formerly used by the newspaper's advertising sales team.
Rooms
(all rooms include) Bathrobes, Bathroom phone, Blackout drapes/curtains, Cable/satellite television channels, CD player, Climate control, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary newspaper, Cribs (infant beds) available, Designer toiletries, Desk, Dial-up Internet access, DVD player, Electronic/magnetic keys, Extra towels/bedding in room, Hair dryer, Handheld shower, High-speed Internet access, Housekeeping (daily), Hypo-allergenic bedding available, In-room safe, Internet access (surcharge), Iron/ironing board, Minibar, Non-smoking only, Pay movies, Premium bedding, Premium television channel(s), Sewing kit, Slippers, Television Internet access, Trouser press, Turndown service, Voice mail, Wake-up calls, Window opens, Wireless Internet access
Features
Guests have complimentary access to the hotel’s health club with 53-foot indoor lap pool, spa tub, sauna, steam room, aerobics studio, beauty treatments (surcharge), cardio and resistance machines, free weights, and a small café bar. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply. Aerobics on site, Bicycle rentals nearby, Fishing nearby, Golf - driving range nearby, Golfing nearby, Horse riding/rental nearby, Ice skating nearby, Swimming on site
Services
The three-level Scotsman Spa and Healthclub is a 20, 000-square-foot complex devoted to relaxation, beauty, and well-being. Spa interiors reflect a soothing ambience, with neutral colors and a clean, modern finish. There are seven treatment rooms, including a couple's area and a private mani/pedi area. Before or after treatments, guests can unwind in the sauna, steam room, or relaxation area. The extensive spa menu includes facials, body treatments, acupuncture, waxing, and nail
Dining
North Bridge Brasserie - Mixing old and new decor, this large and informal brasserie features a steel-and-glass bar, black-leather stools, 19th-century oak paneling, and giant marble columns supporting an elaborate plasterwork ceiling. Tables and leather dining chairs are scattered on two levels, and guests take in street views. Open for lunch, dinner, and drinks every day.
Hotel Facilities
Disco / Club, Mobile phone network, Money Exchange, Bicycle rental, Conference room, Reception area, Theatre, 24h. Reception, Laundry service, Room service, Medical Service, Safety Box, Lift-s, Bar-s, Public Internet, Restaurant - non-smoking area, Car park
General
24-Hour Front Desk, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Bar, Elevator, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Gay Friendly, Heating, Luggage Storage, Newspapers, Non-Smoking Rooms, Parking, Restaurant, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Safety Deposit Box
