See all properties
Save

Dakota Edinburgh

Photo gallery for Dakota Edinburgh

A restaurant interior with brick walls, wooden slats, leather seating, and pendant lighting.
A modern lobby with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a brick accent wall, and a desk area.
A modern lounge area with a grey sofa, patterned cushions, and a vase with flowers.
A modern building with a sign reading "Dakota" and a parking lot with several cars.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$221
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Explore the area

View map
Ferrymuir Retail Park, South Queensferry, Scotland, EH30 9QZ
  • Place, Queensferry Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Forth Road Bridge
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Forth Rail Bridge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Signature Suite

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.

Signature Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Junior Suite

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a mirror.

Junior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Executive Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a brick accent wall, and a desk area.

Executive Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside lamp, a TV, and a desk with a phone and remote control.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • River view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Double Bed (Dakota)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed (Dakota)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(174 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Classic Twin Room (Dakota)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a mirror.

Classic Twin Room (Dakota)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(51 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a flat-screen TV, and a small table with bottles.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a brick accent wall, a window with blinds, a nightstand with a lamp, and framed artwork on the wall.

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

You may also like

Ad
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a nightstand with a lamp and a sign.

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport by IHG

Ingliston
  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 1,068 reviews
The price is NZ$292
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport by IHG

About the area

South Queensferry

At Dakota Edinburgh you'll be within a 30-minute stroll of Forth Rail Bridge and Dundas Castle. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a free airport shuttle. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a gym. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .With a stay at this 4-property class South Queensferry hotel, you'll be 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Hopetoun House and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Deep Sea World.

What's nearby

  • Queensferry Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Inchcolm Abbey - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Forth Road Bridge - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Port Edgar - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Forth Rail Bridge - 4 min drive - 2.7 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

  • ‪Pret A Manger - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪All Bar One - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Sir Walter Scott (Wetherspoon) - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Hawes Inn - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Dakota Edinburgh

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). The business-friendly Dakota Edinburgh also features a fitness centre, concierge services, and room service (during limited hours). Self parking is free.

This 4-star South Queensferry hotel is smoke free.

  • 130 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Dakota Edinburgh offers 130 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This South Queensferry hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Similar properties

A modern interior with a view of a bridge and river.
DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh - Queensferry Crossing
Dunfermline
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 987 reviews
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh - Queensferry Crossing

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 cot
  • 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
  • Grab bar in shower (70 centimetre high)
  • Lift (86 centimetre wide door)
  • Roll-in shower (90 centimetre 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (74 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • 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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Dakota Edinburgh

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • 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 parking available at Dakota Edinburgh?

Yep, Dakota Edinburgh has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Dakota Edinburgh?

As of 26 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dakota Edinburgh on 12 Oct 2026 start from NZ$221, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Dakota Edinburgh?

The closest beach to Dakota Edinburgh is Portobello Beach (18.3 km).

What makes Dakota Edinburgh a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Dakota Edinburgh.

Is Dakota Edinburgh family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free airport shuttle, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Dakota Edinburgh is a hit with families.

Does Dakota Edinburgh serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is served on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dakota Edinburgh?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Dakota Edinburgh?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Dakota Edinburgh?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Dakota Edinburgh?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Dakota Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1079 out of 1463 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 1463 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1463 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1463 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1463 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome short stay hotel with great restaurant
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and close to the airport
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were very accommodating and the bar and restaurant were a great place to start and end the day
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food, great rooms, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great hotel and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, great bar!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful clean room, and wonderful staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay and the food was really good!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cozy, clean and well appointed room, and surprisingly good food and wine at the grill. The airport transfer service was the cherry on top which made this a perfect place to stay overnight before we caught a morning flight.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet room . Very good breakfast & great coffee! Staff very helpful . Would stay again and recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff in a fantastic hotel! Quality of the building and furnishings are excellent. The room was superbly clean and like the rest of the hotel really luxurious. Also the breakfast was tremendous.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Nice and relaxed with a nice bar and restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice. Enjoyed dinner in restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and ample surface parking. Excellent restaurant! Our only knock was a bad mattress in our room. Would stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel that gathers you up from the outside world and helps you to switch off. Nice presented rooms and very reasonably priced given the location. Transport is easy into the city centre. Excellent breakfast and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent. Shuttle service and the clean, spacious rooms makes the Dakota my default stay when I’m traveling through Edinburgh.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, brilliant shower , very comfortable bed .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes room clean , food very good
Stayed 1 night in May 2026

More Destinations