Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel, nestled near Royal Botanic Garden and St James Quarter, offers a luxurious retreat with free full breakfast and The Lighthouse Restaurant on site. Guests can unwind at the nearby outdoor pool or enjoy in-room WiFi; previous guests rave about the top-notch breakfast and helpful staff.
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Bar
Connecting rooms available
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
2 meeting rooms
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Ballroom
Feel at home (6)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Television
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Espresso maker
$354 nightly
The total price is $425
$425 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total includes taxes and fees
Why we love this property
Culinary delights
Indulge in a restaurant and sleek bar, or savor the free full breakfast. Private dining and in-room champagne service elevate the culinary journey.
Luxury sleep experience
Egyptian cotton sheets and hypo-allergenic bedding make slumber divine at this luxury hotel. Bathrobes await after enjoying turndown service with champagne.
Alexandra Dock, Historic Port of Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH6 7DX
What's nearby
Royal Yacht Britannia - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Princes Street - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
Royal Mile - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
George Street - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
Edinburgh Castle - 8 min drive - 4.1 km
Getting around
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 36 min drive
Brunstane Station - 9 min drive
Newcraighall Station - 10 min drive
Shawfair Station - 13 min drive
Port of Leith Tram Stop - 3 min walk
The Shore Tram Stop - 9 min walk
Ocean Terminal Station - 10 min walk
Restaurants
The Kitchin - 8 min walk
Irish Dude Coffee and Food - 11 min walk
Teuchters Landing - 8 min walk
Roseleaf - 9 min walk
Carriers Quarters - 7 min walk
About this property
Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel
Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. This luxurious hotel is also within a short drive of Princes Street and George Street. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast. Public transportation is just a short walk: Port of Leith Tram Stop is 3 minutes and The Shore Tram Stop is 9 minutes.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
22 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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 16
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Private dining
Working away
2 meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
Terrace
Vegetarian dining options
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Dock
Outdoor furniture
Walkway to water
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch Smart TV
Netflix
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Champagne service
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
LED light bulbs
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Dining
The Lighthouse Restaurant - Onsite restaurant.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from October 11 2025 to October 11 2025 (dates subject to change).
Policies
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Also known as
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Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel Hotel
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Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel Hotel Edinburgh
Frequently asked questions
Is Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel currently open?
This property is closed from October 11 2025 to October 11 2025 (dates subject to change).
Does Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Royal Yacht Britannia (14-min walk) and St James Quarter (2 mi), along with Royal Botanic Garden (2.1 mi) and Princes Street (2.1 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The Lighthouse Restaurant.
What's the area around Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel like?
Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Port of Leith Tram Stop and 14 minutes' walk from Royal Yacht Britannia.
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Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.8/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Accomodation Type
Chocolate
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as amazing, delicious, and freshly cooked with high-quality ingredients. (30 reviews)
The restaurant and dining experience was exceptional with great food, wonderful staff, and a relaxing ambiance. (9 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2025
Excellent choice for a stay in Edinburgh
We had a great stay - service was consistently good, food and drink were excellent, and I was impressed with the quality of the fit-out of the boat
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2025
Amazing
Amazing from start to finish a lovely treat. Short walk to team to city centre. Nice restaurants nearby. Couldn’t fault a thing.
Julie
Julie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
We were treated like royalty from the moment we arrived until we left , never had such service in any hotel . I would wholeheartedly recommend the Fingal for a short stay
Derek
Derek, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2025
Absolutely beautiful hotel. Nothing was too much trouble. Bed was so comfortable
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 9, 2025
Anniversary trip
Wonderful 2 night anniversary stay at Fingal. Lovely atmosphere and fabulous food. Very comfortable room with super comfy bed.
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2025
We booked a one-night stay on The Fingal to try something unique during our 2-week vacation in Scotland. It did not disappoint… in fact, it exceeded our expectations! The room was large and extremely comfortable. The bathroom and shower were great too. The only negative was that half of the room was on a slight decline but it wasn’t an issue for us. The food at dinner and breakfast was phenomenal and the staff went above and beyond to make sure every need of ours was met. Highly recommend this amazing experience!
Alexa
Alexa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2025
Excellent stay
Beautiful hotel, very clean and with great character. Staff superb, proactive and helpful, great to talk to and with personality. Breakfast incredible, lots of choices and very high quality ingredients. Will definitely stay again. Thank you for the hospitality.
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2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2025
Beautiful property with accommodating and friendly staff.
Hayley
Hayley, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2025
The trip was a birthday surprise for my girlfriend and we could not say anything negative about our experience
James
James, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2025
Beautiful cabin, very attentive staff and excellen
A wonderful experience, the cabin was beautiful, although the bed was very high and not being very tall I was unable to climb onto it easily. However we were provided with a stool which made it easy.
Delicious dinner and breakfast was excellent, freshly cooked.
The tickets to visit the Royal Yacht Britannia was a bonus.
R J
R J, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2025
A unique experience. Couldn’t fault a thing about our stay. The staff were first class.
The food in the Lighthouse restaurant was outstanding.
Steve
Steve, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 28, 2025
A special stay
We had a superb stay onboard, everyone went above and beyond for us! And the attention to detail was 1st class.
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2025
Unique and upper end experience.
Benjamin
Benjamin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2025
Staff were amazing, and the room was perfect. We will definitely be coming again. This was the most amazing way to spend an anniversary weekend.
Ethan
Ethan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2025
An experience that is as special as it is unique. A truly memorable luxury hotel. Like being aboard your own personal super yacht moored in the historic port of Leith.
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 18, 2025
Very clean and an amazing piece, Staff are super friendly. Food is beautiful a bit expensive but it is a top notch experience so can’t complain.
Chris
Chris, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 5, 2025
Lovely two night stay, everything you would expect from a five star hotel but the most impressive thing was the high standard of ALL the staff so friendly, even the cleaning lady stopped hoovering until we were out of earshot
Well worth a visit and hope we can return soon
We had a fantastic stay and would love to come back.
The tram to the city centre is just outside and then we caught the tram to the airport.
Go and see the Royal Britannia, that was amazing and the restaurants and pubs around Leith are lovely.
Jayne
Jayne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2025
10/10 to the Fingal Crew.
From the very first glimpse to the end of our stay i was blown away by The Fingal.
Stunning boat with great history which was tied into the whole experience.
The staff were amazing and treated us like kings even though we just had an overnight stay.
Great location, walking distance to great pubs and restaurants.
Tram runs by so easy to access Edinburgh and all that holds.
Staff really were 10 out of 10 and made our stay memorable.
Well done to The Fingal crew.
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2025
A wonderful, unique hotel
A perfect stay, the staff were so accommodating and welcoming. I would highly recommend checking out the engine room!
Alex
Alex, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2025
Gorgeous overnight destination
Beautiful touches and exquisite deco! Just fantastic!
Lorna
Lorna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2024
Excellent as a luxury location for a special occasion.
PETER
PETER, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2024
Excellent Stay, The staff were incredible they could not do enough for us, will be going back soon