Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel

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

If you want the best hotel in the UK, stay at the fingal

The property is of course, unique by design. There is no actual lobby, only the bar/restaurant on the 3rd floor. The service is excellent, the employees very cheerful and helpful. The deluxe cabin was adequate. The room had everything you need--mini-fridge, good shower, etc. There is no shelf space in the bathroom, so we had to keep our toiletry bag nearby. The location is a bit out of the way--not a great amount of choice of restaurants within walking distance. The hotel does offer a ticket to the Britannia, and that was a well appreciated perk!

An amazing experience recommended for that special occasion. Hotel is super high quality. Dinner and Breakfast were exceptional. The only negative was a particularly noisy table on Saturday night for dinner but they left after a while and it was a much more pleasant experience!

Great unique place to stay with a friendly and helpful staff

If you are looking for a high end experience with foodie dining, impeccable service and a luxurious room, you have found your place. 5 minute walk from Britannia, you could stay on the ship and never leave. If they added a spa experience I probably wouldn't. This is the type of hotel where they put chocolates on your pillow. I've already recommended it to others in the country to at least check out the dining. Wonderful experience.

A unique experience! Great location, rooms were bright, clean and modern. Restaurant food was top notch. On the whole, staff were pretty good but at times we were left waiting in the restaurant for too long and there didnt seem to be any structure to how things were managed (people who were sat after us were attended to before we were, for example). But in the scheme of things this was a minor irritant on what was a truly lovely experience overall. The history of the ship is also pretty amazing!

What a unique experience! Beautiful rooms and the restaurant serves lovely food and drinks.

We had a wonderful two night stay at The Fingal. The staff were lovely as was the room, the bed was super comfy. The breakfast was delicious, it was lovely sitting in the dining room looking over the beautiful deck where you can sit outside and enjoy a drink or coffee in the sunshine. All in all it was totally amazing

A Truly Magical Experience – Perfection in Every Detail From the moment we arrived, our stay aboard Fingal was nothing short of magical. Returning for a second visit, my husband and I were reminded of why we fell in love with this extraordinary place. Its elegance, charm, and distinct atmosphere are unlike anything we’ve ever experienced—and we knew we simply had to come back. Every aspect of our stay was exceptional: the cuisine was exquisite, the service flawless, and the team of staff members exuded a warm, friendly professionalism that made us feel instantly at home. Special thanks must go to Charlie, one of the managers, whose thoughtful attention to our personal story elevated this visit to something truly unforgettable. His genuine care and understanding made a world of difference, and we are deeply grateful. What truly sets Fingal apart is its people. The staff are an outstanding team—enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and always ready with a smile. Their passion and pride shine through in every interaction. Whether you’re planning to stay overnight, dine on board, or simply visit, Fingal offers an experience you will cherish forever. Don’t hesitate—book it now. You’ll never regret it.

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

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.

We spent one night for our anniversary everything was exceptional the staff we so good the cocktails are out of this world.Breakfast was great.Beds are super comfortable and in room facilities were 5star.We didn’t dine in the restaurant but walked to one that was recommended around the corner Ship to Shore which was also fantastic.Cannot recommend this place enough.

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

The service was amazing and the beds are the most comfortable I’ve slept in, we even go the company that makes them from the staff.

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.

Very nice experience. Lovely staff .

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.

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.

A gorgeous hotel. Staff are so helpful and friendly, wonderful atmosphere, fabulous food and an insanely comfortable bed. Would highly recommend.