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Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with restaurant, near Royal Yacht Britannia

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Terrace/patio
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Classic Duplex | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Dining
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

10 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

Room options

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Classic Duplex | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Classic Duplex

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Cabin | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Classic Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Duplex | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Luxury Duplex

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Cabin | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Luxury Cabin

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
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 Princes Street and Royal Mile. 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 Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre 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
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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.

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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

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
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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, amazing, and wonderful with high-quality ingredients cooked to perfection. (28 reviews)
  • The property's restaurant, Lighthouse, offers exceptional food and warm, welcoming staff, making for a comfortable and relaxed dining experience. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

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
The ship
The passage way
The deck outside our cabin
Our cabin
2-night trip

10/10

Wonderful 2 night anniversary stay at Fingal. Lovely atmosphere and fabulous food. Very comfortable room with super comfy bed.
2-night trip

10/10

The trip was a birthday surprise for my girlfriend and we could not say anything negative about our experience
2-night trip

10/10

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.
2-night trip

10/10

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.
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful property with accommodating and friendly staff.
2-night trip

10/10

Unique and upper end experience.
1-night trip

10/10

We had a superb stay onboard, everyone went above and beyond for us! And the attention to detail was 1st class.
1-night trip

10/10

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.
1-night trip

10/10

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.
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2-night trip

10/10

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.
1-night trip

10/10

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
2-night trip

10/10

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.
2-night trip

10/10

A perfect stay, the staff were so accommodating and welcoming. I would highly recommend checking out the engine room!
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent rooms, fabulous breakfast highly recommend
3-night trip

10/10

Beautiful touches and exquisite deco! Just fantastic!
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent as a luxury location for a special occasion.
2-night trip

10/10

Excellent Stay, The staff were incredible they could not do enough for us, will be going back soon
1-night trip

10/10

Fantastic location for a quiet and tranquil break
1-night trip

10/10

Our stay was excellent, the staff were polite and very helpful. We would definitely return should we visit Edinburgh again, thank you!
1-night trip

10/10

The Fingal is a hotel like no other. The rooms are immaculate with more room than I expected and lots of inbuilt functionality and storage helping keep our luggage out of the way. Likewise the bathroom was much larger than expected. The fittings one fit out were beautiful with many great design elements providing a luxurious finish. The food onboard was amazing and breakfast each morning was looked forward to with views over Leith and the water. The tram stop a hundred meters from the door made it easy to get into and out of the city centre without fuss and ran late into the evening making a a great way to get around. Above all I must call out the staff. They were all friendly and engaging with nothing being too difficult. They were genuine and warm. A special mention to the ladies who served breakfast each morning we were there. Thanks for the recommendations and great start to each day. If you are lucky enough to stay here I strongly recommend the brulee porridge.
3-night trip

10/10

Fantastic experience with first class service
2-night trip

10/10

Such a beautiful and unique hotel experience. I only we wish we would have arrived early enough to sample dinner, because the restaurant and bar was beautiful. Worth the stay.
1-night trip

10/10

A fantastic experience, cabin was great, staff were great, food was lovely & nothing was too much trouble. Definitely something different to a ‘normal’ hotel
2-night trip

10/10

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay on Fingal. Very unique experience and staff made it so pleasurable. Would definitely stay here again in this special hotel.
1-night trip