The Stag Head Hotel, Edinburgh ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Stag Head Hotel, 8 High Street South Queensferry, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH30 9PP

The Stag Head Hotel, rated 7.7/10 on Booking.com, is a family-run establishment set in a traditional 17th-century coaching inn. It features an onsite bar serving classic British pub grub and offers free WiFi throughout the property. Nearby attractions include Edinburgh Waverley and the Forth Bridge views from select rooms.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Stag Head Hotel include a flat-screen TV, electric kettle, and private bathroom with free toiletries. The Family Room and Twin Room both provide views across the river Forth. Each room is equipped with a wardrobe, ensuring convenience for guests.

Dining & Nearby Options

The onsite restaurant serves British cuisine with options for breakfast that include Continental and Full English/Irish selections. The bar offers lunches with classic fare until 17:30. Nearby dining options include The Little Bakery and Samphire Seafood Bar & Grill, each within 0.3 miles.

Leisure & Local Area

Guests can enjoy nearby attractions such as Deep Sea World, just 1 miles away, and Inch Garvie, 1 miles away. The Stag Head Hotel is pet-friendly and allows easy access to the medieval cobbled High Street, ideal for exploring local shops and cafes. The hotel is also near bus stations for public transport access.

Transportation & Services

The Stag Head Hotel is located 10 miles from Edinburgh Waverley and 7.5 miles from Edinburgh Airport, making it accessible for travelers. The No. 43 Lothian bus stop is meters away, and Dalmeny Station provides further transport options. Additionally, the hotel features a hairdryer and carpeted floors in all rooms.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Budget Single Room

Max:

1 person

9 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Heating

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Family Room Private Bathroom

Max:

4 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Landscape view

Shower

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Deluxe Double Room Sea View

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Landscape view

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Getting around

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City Centre

Edinburgh 13.8 km

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 12.1 km

Dundee (DND) 84.8 km

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 13.7 km

Bus

Bus stop100 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

“The room was exceptionally spacious, and the bed offered the perfect level of comfort, ensuring a restful night's sleep.” view full review

Delicious Eats!

“The pub next door served good meals that exceeded my expectations, making dining a pleasure.” view full review

Spotless Cleanliness

“The en suite bathroom was impeccably clean, providing a refreshing start to each day of our stay.” view full review

Convenient Options

“Despite the kitchen refurbishment, the nearby café offered great breakfast options, making mornings enjoyable.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
No parking
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Board games
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Karaoke
Live entertainment
Night club
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Garden furniture

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Stag Head Hotel, 8 High Street South Queensferry, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH30 9PP

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Stag Head Hotel, 8 High Street South Queensferry, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH30 9PP

City landmarks

Aquarium

Deep Sea World

2.0 km

Bridge

Forth Bridge

4.5 km

Castle

Dundas Castle

2.0 km

1 Longcraig Road

Honey Pot Creative Cafe

1.1 km

Island

Inch Garvie

1.4 km

Bridge

Queensferry Crossing

2.1 km

Church

Dalmeny Parish Church

1.7 km

North Queensferry Heritage Trust

2.2 km

Church

Church of Scotland

2.5 km

Dundas Loch

2.6 km

Historic Site

Hopetoun House

4.1 km

Ferryhills Road North Queensferry Railway Station

Forth Bridge Heritage Centre

2.7 km

Lighthouse

North Queensferry Harbour Light Tower

4.4 km

Newton

View Point

3.6 km

South Queensferry EH30 9TQ

Dalmeny House

3.9 km

Bank Street

Mercat Cross

4.5 km

Church

St Peter in Chains Church

4.3 km

Church

St Peter's Episcopal Church

4.3 km

Museum

Inverkeithing Museum

4.4 km

Queen Street

The Friary Gardens

4.3 km

Church

St Peter's Parish Church

4.6 km

Nearby

Museum

Queensferry Museum

470 m

Hawes Pier

Maid of the Forth

470 m

Farquhar Terrace

Priory Church

370 m

Church

Queensferry Parish Church

370 m

South Queensferry Pier

370 m

Church

St Margaret's Catholic Church

370 m

Harbour Lane

Harbour Lane Gallery

370 m

Restaurants

Picnic Coffee Shop

90 m

5 Mid Terrace

Once Upon a Time

230 m

55 High Street

The Little Parlour

230 m

52 High Street

Maurizio's SQ

310 m

12-14 Edinburgh Road

Bikers Cove

530 m

182 Newhalls Road

Brewers Fayre Queens Crossing

1.7 km

The Queens Crossing Builyeon Road

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

7.4

Location

9.2

Service

8.8

Dining

7.6

Alison

United Kingdom, January 2024

8.2/10

The hotel is located excellently on a very pretty quaint high street by the sea. The rooms offer great views and come with an openable window, but there is no real working space, and there is a shared washroom. The service includes housekeeping, a welcome drink, and pet amenities available. The bakery next door to the Staghead offers dining options, particularly toasts. The facilities are convenient. The price is reasonable considering the value received.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms provide great views and come with openable windows, but they lack a real working space and have a shared washroom.

Service

9.0

The service is superb, with attentive housekeeping, a refreshing welcome drink, and pet amenities available.

Location

10.0

The hotel is excellently situated on a very pretty quaint high street by the sea, offering a charming and scenic setting.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience is simple but satisfying at the bakery next door with a focus on toasts.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities are good, meeting basic needs for a comfortable stay.

Barry

United States, October 2023

7.8/10

This hotel offers stunning views and a convenient location near the airport. The rooms are basic with shared washrooms but have openable windows for a nice view. The service is good, with welcoming staff and pet amenities available. The dining options are limited to a nearby bakery, but the famous USDA prime-aged steaks make up for it. The shorefront location adds to the charm of the stay.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms offer a good view and have shared washrooms, but the openable windows provide a pleasant atmosphere.

Service

8.0

The service was welcoming and pet-friendly with considerate housekeeping.

Location

9.0

Being near the airport and right on the shoreline makes the location convenient and picturesque.

Dining

8.0

While the dining is limited to a bakery nearby, the famed USDA prime-aged steaks make it a delightful culinary experience.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities are suitable for a comfortable stay, though there could be more dining options within the hotel itself.

Douglas

United Kingdom, September 2023

8.2/10

The hotel is beautifully located on a very pretty quaint high street by the sea, offering lovely views and a convenient ten-minute drive to the airport. The rooms provide a good view and come with necessary amenities like a toilet and bath, but lack a proper working space. The service is top-notch, with pleasant housekeeping and refreshing welcome drink options. However, pet amenities are not available. Dining at the nearby bakery adds charm to the stay, although more variety could enhance the experience. Overall, a cozy spot with some room for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms offer a good view and come with necessary amenities like a toilet and bath, but lack a proper working space.

Service

9.0

The service is excellent, with pleasant housekeeping and refreshing welcome drink options. However, pet amenities are not available.

Location

9.0

The hotel is excellently situated on a very pretty quaint high street by the sea, providing lovely views and a convenient ten-minute drive to the airport.

Dining

7.0

Dining at the nearby bakery next door adds to the charm of the stay, offering a cozy experience.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities are adequate for a comfortable stay, but additional amenities could enhance the overall experience.

Nick

United States, June 2023

9.0/10

I was thrilled with my stay at this hotel. The location was superb, right on the shoreline and close to many established restaurants in the Ferry area. The rooms were cozy, and the staff provided great service. However, the lack of a proper working space in the rooms was a bit inconvenient. The bakery next door to the hotel offered fantastic dining options.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were cozy but lacked a real working space.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, and the housekeeping was top-notch.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location right on the shoreline was ideal for soaking in beautiful views.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience at the bakery next door was delightful.

Facilities

The hotel provided pet amenities, adding a nice touch to the stay.

Roger

United Kingdom, April 2023

7.6/10

This hotel offers beautiful views, but lacks a proper working space. The rooms have stunning views but could use more amenities. The service is exceptional, with thoughtful pet amenities available. The location is in a quiet area but lacks nearby dining options. The facilities are modern and convenient, offering a relaxed atmosphere.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms have nice views but lack a real working space.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, with pet amenities available.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a quiet area, offering a peaceful atmosphere.

Dining

6.0

Limited dining options nearby.