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Luxury
5.0 star property
10

Exceptional

Floating sanctuary in Leith

Moored in Edinburgh's historic port of Leith, this floating luxury hotel enchants with Art Deco interiors and exceptional service. The Lighthouse Restaurant serves exquisite cuisine with waterfront views. Guests can enjoy creative cocktails on deck or visit the nearby Royal Yacht Britannia.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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Room options

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

Classic Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a patterned floor, and a small desk with a chair.

Luxury Cabin

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A staircase with a patterned carpet leading to a bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Classic Duplex

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A spacious living area with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There is a large framed picture on the wall and a window with blinds.

Skerryvore Suite

  • Water view
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a spiral staircase, a large bed, and a patterned carpet.

Luxury Duplex

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Leith, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel is near a train station. Royal Mile and Palace of Holyroodhouse are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit St James Quarter and Princes Street. Don't miss out on a visit to Royal Botanic Garden. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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Alexandra Dock, Historic Port of Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH6 7DX

What's nearby

  • A large ship docked at a port with a blue fence and a modern building in the background.
    Leith Docks
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A statue of a human figure on a pier surrounded by seagulls.
    Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A formal dining room with wooden furniture, white walls, and a large window with curtains.
    Royal Yacht Britannia
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Leith Links
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Newhaven Heritage Museum
    4 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Port of Leith Tram Stop
    3 min walk
  • Brunstane Station
    9 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Williams & Johnson
    8 min walk
  • Teuchters Landing
    6 min walk
  • Port Of Leith Distillery Bar
    12 min walk
  • Malt & Hops
    7 min walk
  • The Kitchin
    7 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Afternoon tea

Restaurants on site

  • The Lighthouse Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Ballroom
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Frequently asked questions

Is Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel located?

Located in Leith, this luxury hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Royal Yacht Britannia and within 3 mi (5 km) of St James Quarter and Royal Botanic Garden. Princes Street and Royal Mile are also within 3 mi (5 km). Port of Leith Tram Stop is only a 3-minute walk and The Shore Tram Stop is 9 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 526 out of 563 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 563 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 563 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 563 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 563 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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We absolutely loved our time at the Fingal! It’s a unique experience with luxury accommodations. The staff is lovely and super welcoming and attentive. We sure hope to return someday.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We love this hotel! The service standards are impeccable, the rooms are lovely and the bar/restaurant options are excellent. Due to the nature of the venue it's obviously not in the centre of the city however it's a very easy bus or tram ride into town. The complimentary tickets for the Royal Yacht Britannia are a really nice little bonus. We would recommend staying on the Fingal as its just a little bit more interesting than the humdrum of a regular hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A beautiful place to stay. Facilities and location were perfect with a warm and very friendly welcome at reception. All staff were attentive and polite and very good at what they did. It’s my 3rd stay and would recommend it to anyone. Fabulous
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very unique stay. Room was very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good location if you’re visiting the Britannia.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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From the moment we stepped on board the staff were wonderful from the reception to the bar staff they are all a credit to the hotel. Will definitely be back and would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Such a unique place to stay. From start to finish wonderful customer service. Great attention to detail in the room and throughout the Fingal. Very convenient to the tram. A good place to stay away from the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Such a fun, unique stay in Edinburgh! I love that the rooms are all named after light houses. The staff was so friendly and accommodating. When we told them we had a very early flight out, they offered to make us a bag of pastries to take at check out. The room was amazing— most places in cities like this are so tight, but we had a huge bed & shower. The balcony out to the deck with access to a lounge area was so relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a really lovely hotel, the staff are so friendly and helpful, they made our trip extra special
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our stay. Staff were all so warm and friendly. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely stunning. We genuinely felt special during our short stay and the staff were really nice. The food was amazing, our cabin was stunning. We just couldn’t fault anything. It was quite expensive to stay here but it was really worth every penny.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were wonderful - couldn't do enough for you. Was greeted with champagne and a history of the boat on arrival. Breakfast is fabulous, my husband is still going on about the sourdough toast. Beautiful room with lots of lovely details that are a nod to the boats history. All in all, a wonderful stay in a unique hotel. Leith is a great area for bars and restaurants and a short tram ride from the centre of Edinburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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All aspects of our stay were excellent. From the staff to the room and food.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We just can’t fault our stay on Fingal it was amazing and we were very sad to leave! The staff were all outstanding and the food at both breakfast and dinner was excellent! Will definitely visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent stay with very attentive and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful hotel and so unique! Unfortunately my husband and I only stayed here for one night but the staff was amazing, room was spacious and clean and check in was a breeze!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Fabulous breakfast, lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Superb property, brilliant staff, spotlessly clean. Quality of food was first class. Great selection of drinks served with style. Faultless.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Spotlessly clean and very welcomoing and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

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Everything was fantastic I would give 4.5 Stars! Only one issue, the brunette bar tender gave us a tongue lashing about having our own wine up stairs in the lounge and she could charge us a corkage fee, but she didn’t know the manager made an exception to accommodate us because it was raining on the deck and my hubby is in a power wheelchair. The half star was lost by her being the only one not in the know and embarrassing us, however the half star was regained by all the other employees who went out of their way to make our stay amazing. They even built my husband a ramp to access the deck so I can confidently say The Fingal is accessible for all the next guests who want to enjoy the deck and the beautiful views. Thank you Callum, Simona, and the Fingal for such an unforgettable stay! I highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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This is a great location and an even better experience- reception was great warm and welcoming . We paid for a premium room and were given the room called North Ronaldsaw, I would recommend not having this room - the room is great BUT the restaurant and bar restrooms are just above this room and as the restrooms use vacuum system so all you hear all night is that! We got very little sleep as a consequence. The restaurant was great with attentive staff and a good menu, the food was excellent! However, it’s expensive and unclear on pricing - I had the coconut foam sole as appettizer delicious ! And the crusted Halibut as entree , with a side of fries and the summer vegetables, which were amazing. But my meal as described above was £75 for the food and when the check arrived it was£55 for 2 courses + surcharges which seems unclear on the menu and honestly although great food , I felt a little ripped off when I could have had the 5 course for £80 !? A great place and experience But watch what you order
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

The staffs were professional and friendly. Paja and others made our stayed and our 10 years wedding anniversary glorious.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Exceptional experience,staff were brilliant,room was spotless Would love to visit again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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What a wonderful stay. The staff were lovely and very attentive and the food was divine. Thoroughly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The cabin was cool and compact. It sloped down towards the porthole which was a bit disconcerting. The staff were welcoming and helpful. The food was par excellence.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026