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Dakota Edinburgh

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Forth Rail Bridge

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Classic Twin Room (Dakota) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace
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

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ₩171,869
₩206,243 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed (Dakota)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(96 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

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
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

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
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

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
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Twin Room (Dakota) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Twin Room (Dakota)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in South Queensferry, Dakota Edinburgh is in a walkable area with good airport proximity. Forth Rail Bridge and Dundas Castle are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Deep Sea World and Edinburgh Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Murrayfield Stadium.
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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 - 16 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • South Queensferry Dalmeny Station - 3 min drive
  • Ingliston Park & Ride Tram Stop - 11 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rail Bridge Bistro - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • The Sir Walter Scott (Wetherspoon)
  • Burger King
  • ‪Scotts - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Dakota Edinburgh

Upscale hotel near Dundas Castle
Located close to Forth Rail Bridge and Deep Sea World, Dakota Edinburgh provides a bar, a gym, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), meeting rooms, and concierge services
  • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, helpful staff, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 130 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 22 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (34 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in shower (28 inches high)
  • Roll-in shower (35 inches wide)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (29 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 22 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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

Is Dakota Edinburgh pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dakota Edinburgh?

As of Aug 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dakota Edinburgh on Sep 14, 2025 start from ₩171,869, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Dakota Edinburgh?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dakota Edinburgh?

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

What time is check-out at Dakota Edinburgh?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Dakota Edinburgh located?

Situated in South Queensferry, this hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Forth Rail Bridge and within 3 mi (5 km) of Dundas Castle and Hopetoun House. Deep Sea World and Edinburgh Zoo are also within 9 mi (15 km). South Queensferry Dalmeny Station is 20 minutes by foot.

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Dakota Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 888 out of 1212 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 214 out of 1212 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1212 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1212 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1212 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for teh overnight stop for the airport - had a lovely meal,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for airport travellers.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another great stay and dinner at the Dakota.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, easy check-in and checkout comfortable room nice dining room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service from all staff, great rooms, and great food!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to airport, easily accessible.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dakota is a great hotel, lovely staff and perfect location for getting the train into Edinburgh and close enough to the airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asa

Great hotel with amazing staff and amenities would highly recommend and definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel! Convenient to the airport. Wonderful staff. Good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was here for one night and it was a great experience. The check in was quick, the room was clean and the meal I had at their restaurant was stupendous. I liked it so much I booked a room there for my wife for a stay in January.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are spotless and the staff are attentive. The mini bar was well stocked and the shower is amazing!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location and nice facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very accommodating when phoned prior to staying for help/advise
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, super clean and big nice rooms. The food is absolutely awesome. Highly recommend the dining.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Anja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect placed between airport and Edinburgh. The bus is going from the hotel to Edinburgh every 20 minutes and Queens ferry is a very old nice town and a must to see. Take a nice boat trip in the town.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good front desk, easy to access, good restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice stay. Modern and cozy. The room was lovely and it was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was amazing definitely going to be staying again for future holiday. Clean, and very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel

Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was unfortunately very short but quite delightful. The room was very clean and well decorated. Staff were friendly and helpful! Will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal out of the way of the city, but only a short taxi ride to city
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I could walk less than a mile to get into the small seaside village of Queensferry.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devyanshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, comfortable and very peaceful. There is Tesco near by and you can get bus number 43 straight to the city centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Amenities
Very good but a little bit expensive
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025