Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel

5.0 star property

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Luxury Duplex
Reception
Free daily full breakfast

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Alexandra Dock, Historic Port of Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH6 7DX
  • Place, Edinburgh Port
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Yacht Britannia
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Cabin

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Duplex

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

Luxury Duplex

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

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About the area

Edinburgh

With a stay at Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel in Edinburgh (Leith), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Royal Yacht Britannia and 7 minutes from St James Quarter. .This luxury hotel is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Palace of Holyroodhouse and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Princes Street.

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Port - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Leith Links - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Royal Yacht Britannia - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Easter Road Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Port Of Leith Distillery Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Teuchters Landing - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Printworks Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Toast - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Ship on the Shore - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel

Luxury hotel with free breakfast, near Royal Yacht Britannia
Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 32-inch Smart televisions come with Netflix. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Make yourself at home in one of the 22 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers and bathrobes. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at The Lighthouse Restaurant serving guests of Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. This hotel has 2 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
The Lighthouse Restaurant - Onsite restaurant.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

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
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV
  • Netflix

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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
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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in 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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 454 out of 482 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 482 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 482 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 482 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 482 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

We had
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
My 2nd stay at The Fingal and probably my last. Nothing wrong with service, food or cleanliness, it was all 10/10 but the room I had ordered was an upgraded room but unfortunately due to the fact it was directly below the kitchen my cancer striken partner and I were awake from approx 4.30am with constant footsteps and banging, it absolutely ruined her birthday break away. Spoke to the manager who said he would investigate and reply via email. Sadly that's not going to fix a ruined night. I didn't get the impression he fully understood my issue. Paying over £400 to be woken up at 4.30am was not and ideal for my partners health nor my wallet. I'm sure other rooms would have been fine though to be fair to such a beautiful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Everything about The Fingal is 5 star luxury including every member of the crew. Special mention must be given to Charlie who greeted me on arrival + shared the history of The Fingal with me, showed me to the bar + stowed my luggage in my room without me having to lift a finger. Charlie also assisted me in thwarting my brother’s attempt to pay for the reservation. I have been very fortunate through my professional life to stay in luxury hotels around the world but The Fingal is the exemplar of all those corporate 5 star hotels. The luxury touches around the cabin made me giggle with delight + the mini bar stock blew my mind. Thank you to everyone at The Fingal, you should be immensely proud of your ship, you professionalism + your welcoming + friendly nature. It is clearly not just a job/pay cheque for you. I cannot recommend the Fingal + crew highly enough. Patricia Ryan
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandi, Farhills

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Fingal is one of the best experiences ever! From the minute one walks on board the staff are ready to help. Cabins are so comfy and unique and the food is always amazing. Love this floating hotel and always stay here when I visit Edinburgh
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a very lovely and relaxed stay. The staff were attentive and very helpful. The cabin was clean and spacious. The inside of the ship was a lot bigger than it looks from the outside. The ballroom was nicely decorated for a wedding. The food was great too!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast was table service. Food amazing we had vegetarian breakfast and was not disappointed. Great welcome when we arrived staff were informative and could not do enough for us. The cabin was out of this world. The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom very good shower and spacious. Overall great experience would highly recommend Fingal and will be back
Beutiful cabin
Amazing Food
Cocktails
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUBODH

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast. Exceptional service & friendliness from the staff. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing 5* experience! The Fingal was everything I wanted it to be. A surprise overnight stay for my other half for his 70th birthday and it did not dissapoint. We stayed in the Luxury Duplex suite and it was lovey as the pictures on the website. Evening meal was delicious and the best breakfast I've had in a long long time. A short walk to the Royal Britannia yatch which also exceded my expectation which is beside The port of Leith distillery - if you like whisky a great place to visit. Obviously there's a cost involved staying on the Fingal in the Duplex room but for this special occasion worth every penny. Loved it !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

CANDACE, Iron Springs

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a unique and lovely hotel. The service from the staff is exemplary. We enjoyed the delicious breakfast and a delightful evening meal as well. The beds are comfortable and the linens are superb. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siu Mia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful experience. A nice way to end our vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A beautiful ship, amazing food, everything is really clean and comfortable - a great experience. Some really exceptional team members and we are looking forward to returning at some point!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff. Very clean. Room was larger than expected. Restaurant was excellent. Includes tickets to tour the retired royal yacht, Brittania which is within walking distance and very interesting.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wadus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All aspects of our stay were Excellent! Clean room, turned down service, excellent food (onboard Resturant) Professional, Friendly Staff, total attention to detail. Convenient to tram, bus, and a Taxi can/will be arranged by staff. Absolute perfection!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

sherlene

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will be back, highly recommend

Went to celebrate my wife’s special birthday. The staff were so polite and couldn’t do enough for us. Room excellent standard. Breakfast was phenomenal .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Definitely worth staying onboard

Brilliant experience. Perfect if visiting Britannia
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

True Luxury from a Bye-gone Era

The staff, service, food and accommodations were exemplary. Lovely nautical/arts & crafts era decor. Think Titanic with a modern sumptuous twist. We were delighted to find out tickets to the Brittania were included. Great location, simple to take the tram into the downtown, as we were travelling by train. Pricey, but well worth the splurge.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Stay

Felt really comfortable, staff friendliness was exceptional, the ambience was just perfect, the staff took time out to speak to you, and the food and accommodation were excellent, would certainly return and take no hesitation on letting everyone we know, how wonderful our staff was
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location! Very attentive service. I've been to Edinburgh multiple times, so far this hotel is my absolute favorite. Very unique place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We chose this hotel for our honeymoon and it didn't disappoint. A once in a life time experience. The room and hotel in general are impeccable. We loved the experience of staying on a ship and the extra little details provided made our stay extra special.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They go above and beyond!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025