Dakota Edinburgh
4 stars

Dakota Edinburgh

Ferrymuir Retail Park 11, Edinburgh, EH30 9QZ, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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£55
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8.8
Very good
based on 3260 reviews
3,260 reviews
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Provider
Nightly total
Double room
£55
Classic room
£72
Queen room
£86

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Overview

Offering a shuttle to Edinburgh Airport, plus complimentary Wi-Fi, Dakota Edinburgh is a convenient place to stay in Edinburgh. It is conveniently positioned for guests wanting to visit local attractions.

There are a variety of amenities on offer to guests of the hotel, such as a 24-hour reception, an express check-in and check-out feature and a concierge. Honeymoon suites are available for those seeking some extra luxury.

All the contemporary rooms at Dakota Edinburgh include a refrigerator, a mini bar and a private bathroom. They all offer heating, tea and coffee making facilities and ironing facilities.

Those staying at the hotel can sit down to a unique dining experience at the on-site restaurant, ideally based for those who want to stay close by at mealtime. A choice of dining options can also be found in the surrounding area.

Dakota Edinburgh has easy access to the Queensferry Crossing. Dalmeny Railway Station is within a half-an-hour walk.

8.8
Very good rating
Based on 3,260 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Dakota Edinburgh

  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Disabled access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible by lift
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Bathroom

  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

General

  • River view
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Sofa
  • Landmark view
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Dakota Edinburgh

8.8
Very good
3260 verified ratings
Wonderful
2040
Very good
588
Good
346
Okay
113
Fair
90
Mediocre
40
Poor
41

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the nice staff and convenient location near the airport, as well as the comfortable rooms and good amenities. However, there were complaints about the cleanliness, service, and value for price, with some guests feeling that the hotel was too expensive for what it offered.
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Location8.5 out of 10
Atmosphere8 out of 10
Amenities8 out of 10
Cleanliness2.5 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
Service1 out of 10
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Anonymous, Aug 2017
Pros (+) Very easy shuttle to and from airport. Rooms were quiet and pleasant, and the bed was over the top comfortable!
9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2017
Pros (+) Clean, neat, good staff, lovely food at the restaurant.

Location

Ferrymuir Retail Park 11, Edinburgh, EH30 9QZ

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Zoo5.8 mi
  • Royal Botanic Garden7.4 mi
  • Haymarket7.5 mi
  • Napier University7.7 mi
  • Edinburgh Castle8.1 mi
  • Princes Street8.1 mi
  • Edinburgh City Centre8.1 mi
  • Princes Street Gardens8.1 mi
  • Grassmarket8.2 mi
  • St. Andrew Square8.2 mi
  • St Giles' Cathedral8.4 mi
  • National Museum of Scotland8.5 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Dakota Edinburgh

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January
September
£179
£187
Cheapest month to stay with an average 54% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 14% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Dakota Edinburgh

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Dakota Edinburgh, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and April.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Dakota Edinburgh, plan to stay on a Sunday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Dakota Edinburgh was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £128, while the most expensive was £301.
  • How long should you stay at Dakota Edinburgh? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at Dakota Edinburgh

  • What is the best way to get to the hotel from the airport?

    The Dakota Edinburgh offers a complementary shuttle service to and from Edinburgh’s airport. Passengers who prefer to take the train will find that there is a convenient rail link from the hotel to the centre of Edinburgh with a simple connection from there to the airport.

  • What are the special facilities for honeymooners?

    The Dakota Edinburgh is rated highly for couples and offers a bridal suite. The hotel also has special facilities for guests who wish to hold their wedding and reception at the Dakota Edinburgh.

  • What are the business services offered by the Dakota Edinburgh?

    The Dakota Edinburgh is a good place to hold business conventions and meetings. It has a number of multi-purpose meeting and banquet rooms available for guests seeking to mix business with pleasure. Business essentials such as free Wi-Fi and access to fax and photocopying services are also available to guests travelling on business.

  • What's a special kind of room to stay in, and why?

    The Dakota Edinburgh offers many different room types that cater to various kinds of guests with a range of needs and preferences. The standard room and classic room options, however, both offer a similarly wide range of amenities that will suit most guests looking for comfort and a home away from home. The standard room offers two twin beds, whereas the classic room offers a single queen-size bed, but both options offer the same range of amenities at the same price.

  • What should you eat at this hotel?

    The Dakota Edinburgh is known for its restaurant, Grill. The à la carte brasserie-style restaurant offers a wide range of dishes featuring a modern gourmet take on Scottish cuisine, and caters to both vegetarian and vegan diners. For guests interested in gastronomic adventures, the hotel offers a “Stay and Indulge” package, which includes heavily discounted meals in the restaurant, and, for aficionados of the traditional Sunday roast lunch, the “Sunday Rollover” option includes a cooked breakfast and Sunday roast for each guest.

  • What facilities are available for disabled guests?

    The Dakota Edinburgh is well equipped to cater for the needs of disabled guests. All areas are accessible by lift and the units are all wheelchair friendly. Bathrooms are equipped with roll-in showers and shower chairs, and there are raised toilets, equipped with handrails for ease of access for guests with mobility issues.

  • What kinds of sports facilities are available at Dakota Edinburgh?

    The Dakota Edinburgh is equipped with a fitness centre that offers gym equipment for strength and cardio training, an aerobics space and complementary changing rooms.

  • How can I request an early check-in or late checkout at the hotel?

    Reception is open 24 hours and contactless express check-in and checkout are available. Guests may pay a small fee if they wish to check out late.

  • Which options do I have at the hotel if I travel with my kids?

    At the Dakota Edinburgh, a number of amenities are provided for guests with children. For infants, cribs are available and the hotel restaurant, Grill, offers a children’s menu featuring many child-friendly options.

  • Where is Dakota Edinburgh located?

    Dakota Edinburgh is located at Ferrymuir Retail Park 11, 8.1 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. Edinburgh Zoo is the closest landmark to Dakota Edinburgh.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Dakota Edinburgh?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Dakota Edinburgh.

  • Does Dakota Edinburgh offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Dakota Edinburgh offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Dakota Edinburgh offer free parking?

    Yes, Dakota Edinburgh offers free parking.

  • How far is Dakota Edinburgh from the airport?

    Dakota Edinburgh is 2.5 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Dakota Edinburgh is 35.5 miles from Dundee.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Dakota Edinburgh hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Dakota Edinburgh in Edinburgh and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Dakota Edinburgh and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Dakota Edinburgh.

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Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.4
8.1 mi
Edinburgh Turnhouse
2.5 mi

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