Edinburgh and Lothian hotel guide. Independent hotel in Edinburgh and Lothian, Scotland

"We loved being able to walk to many of Edinburgh’s must-see sights"

"Large spacious room. Clean and tidy and by and quiet. "

"I can’t really say very much as I arrived very late at 230 in the morning after a delayed flight and left early to get to my final home destination. I did sleep very well in the bed, I would like to know where the pilllows are from! It was a very comfy bed. "

"the breakfast menu was comprehensive and the food hot and well prepared"

"Room was not the cleanest. Came back one afternoon and the housekeeping trash bag was in the room. Good location. Nice pool and sauna."

"Breakfast was good. Very comfortable bed. Did not like the toilet and shower layout. Lacked privacy when 3 people shared. Would have liked drink facilities in room."

"I have to say , WOW! Both me and my husband enjoyed our stay so much at the Dakota . We originally booked a king room for our last two days to relax before our flight . After our first night , though the room was stunning , but we decided we wanted to indulge. I went down to reception where Brooke helped us , and organized a suite for the remainder of our stay . They allowed us to relax in our previous room until the suite was ready , which was before normal check in time (3pm) . Bringing us into the room shortly after 12pm. If you go to this hotel , I highly recommend upgrading . Though the entry level rooms are beautiful and extremely comfortable , the suites are truly an experience. Every need is met before you even have to ask , and the staff were incredible . During our stay in Scotland we visited 4 hotels , and this was by far the best hospitality we received. The champagne service is such a lovely touch as well ! It was the most relaxed and calm we’ve been during our entire trip . Thank you so much to the entire Dakota staff (especially Brooke and David ) for making it truly amazing . We will definitely be back !"

"Great lobation and the staff were lovely. But bring ear plugs for sleeping with constant door slamming and luggage wheels! "

"The 10 bed female pod room was very clean. The beds were nice and they had a usb c plug and a usb plug. The staff was also very kind and super helpful. Its location was super convenient and nice, and the little restaurant in the lobby was great too!"