Dakota Edinburgh

Hotel with restaurant, near Forth Rail Bridge

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March 2026
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April 2026
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.
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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
$79 nightly
$95 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 8 of 8 rooms
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Signature Suite | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Signature Suite | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Signature Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Signature Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Executive Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Executive Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Executive Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed (Dakota)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Classic Twin Room (Dakota) | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Twin Room (Dakota)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Deluxe Suite | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Deluxe Suite | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Deluxe Suite | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Deluxe Suite | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Forth Road Bridge - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Queensferry Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Inchcolm Abbey - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Port Edgar - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Forth Rail Bridge - 18 min walk - 1.6 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 Sir Walter Scott (Wetherspoon) - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪All Bar One - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Rail Bridge Bistro - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Dakota Edinburgh

Dakota Edinburgh puts you within a 10-minute drive of Forth Rail Bridge and Dundas Castle. 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. Also, Hopetoun House and Deep Sea World are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and restaurant.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 130 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors

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

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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Children

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

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

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

Parking

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

Transfers

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

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

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

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property offers a convenient and free airport shuttle service, greatly appreciated by guests. (65 reviews)
  • Breakfast options were consistently good to excellent with a variety of choices available. (28 reviews)
  • Parking was plentiful, free, and easy to access. (7 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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10/10 Exceptional

Just a great place to stay
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel to stay at. Amenities nearby … Edinburgh is easy access by bus
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent rooms and Excellent staff
alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Suite was incredible, staff were fantastic, worth every penny
Sarah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room and facilities, really enjoyed our stay.
Nicolas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning hotel, beautiful rooms and staff very friendly and welcoming. Fantastic stay
Keren, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Terrific hotel close to airport. Nice choice
Po-Hsun, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really comfortable stay with clean, well equipped room, helpful and friendly staff and very good location.
Neil, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location close to the airport with a surprisingly nice and cozy lobby and restaurant. Looks weird from the outside but is lively and accommodating inside.
Robin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff with great staff and nice room.
Ashley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay as always
Christine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel for early morning flights
Dippan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We booked this place and indeed was a great stay and we enjoyed our visit! Great staff; large room for being in UK; very clean room and great amenity.
Edward, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service and room suited our needs
Alexandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good proximity to the airport.
David E, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for airport travellers.
Wendy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room, amazing food, accommodating staff.
MARLEEN, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for teh overnight stop for the airport - had a lovely meal,
Ann, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel. Great staff. Further from the airport than I thought but great hotel
Kathy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Shuttle to the airport, restaurant nice
Kristine, 1-night trip

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

All very nice. Will stay again
Ryan, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Dakota was a well appointed place to visit. We liked the bar, the rooms were great and you can walk to a couple of restaurants if you need something different.
Me with the fake dog in the lobby
Donald, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Apart from the troubles I had getting the door to our room open it was a great stay!
Adrian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were welcoming and friendly. Seamless check in, thank you!
Editta, 1-night trip