The Stag Head Hotel - Edinburgh

$$$$||View on mapEdinburgh, United KingdomStag Head Hotel, 8 High Street South Queensferry, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH30 9PP|
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The Stag Head Hotel - Edinburgh
Stag Head Hotel, 8 High Street South Queensferry, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH30 9PP·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.9Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.2
Staff8.9
Cleanliness8.6
Comfort8.4
Lowest Rated
Value for money7.8
Facilities7.7
Free WiFi6.3
Who stays here
Solo53%
Couples25%
Groups12%
Families9%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.9Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.2
Staff8.9
Cleanliness8.6
Comfort8.4
Lowest Rated
Value for money7.8
Facilities7.7
Free WiFi6.3
Who stays here
Solo53%
Couples25%
Groups12%
Families9%

Beachfront pub hotel with three-bridge views and live entertainment in South Queensferry

Amenities

The Stag Head Hotel offers evening entertainment including karaoke and live music performances. The pub features live sport events and a Saturday night DJ. Guests have access to a shared lounge/TV area, outdoor furniture on the sun terrace, and a free private car park.

Rooms

The hotel provides Deluxe Double Rooms with Sea View overlooking the Forth bridges. Family Rooms with Private Bathroom accommodate groups, while Twin Rooms with Private Bathroom offer flexible sleeping. Budget Single Rooms provide a cost-effective option with access to a shared shower room.

Location

The Stag Head Hotel sits on the beachfront in South Queensferry, a 10-minute walk from the airport bus stop. Popular attractions like Murrayfield Stadium and Edinburgh Castle are within 10 km. Edinburgh Airport is 12 km away, and the train station to the city centre is a 20-minute walk.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves British cuisine and offers kids' meals and special diet menus. The bar provides lunches daily until 19:00, with a range of classic British pub grub. Wine/champagne is available alongside a selection of local beers and whiskies.

Entertainment

The hotel's pub hosts live music performances and karaoke evenings throughout the week. Saturday night discos with a DJ are held regularly. Board games are available for guests, and live sport events are shown on TVs.

  • Location: Beachfront in South Queensferry, 20 minutes from Edinburgh city centre
  • Rooms: Sea-view deluxe doubles, family rooms, and budget singles
  • Dining: British pub grub served daily until 19:00
  • Entertainment: Live music, karaoke, and Saturday night DJ
  • Parking: Free private car park to the rear
  • WiFi: Free WiFi in the pub and lobby areas
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:00
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Rooms and availability

Budget Single Room
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
Private Bathroom Twin Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
Elegant Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Check-in/ Check-out

Express check-in/ -out

VIP check-in/ -out

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 view

  • Sea view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Garden furniture

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Stag Head Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 51 £
📏 Distance to centre 13.8 km
✈️ Distance to airport 12.9 km
🧳 Nearest airport Edinburgh, EDI

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
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Stag Head Hotel, 8 High Street South Queensferry, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH30 9PP
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
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
Restaurant
Picnic Coffee Shop
90 m
Restaurant
Once Upon a Time
230 m
Restaurant
The Little Parlour
230 m
Restaurant
Maurizio's SQ
310 m
Restaurant
Bikers Cove
530 m
Restaurant
Brewers Fayre Queens Crossing
1.6 km

Reviews of The Stag Head Hotel

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FAQ about The Stag Head Hotel

What interesting sites can I visit not far from the The Stag Head Hotel?
Guests of the The Stag Head Hotel can visit St Margaret's Catholic Church (just near the accommodation), or Maid of the Forth placed 6 minutes' walk away.
Which airport is the closest to The Stag Head Hotel hotel?
The closest airport to The Stag Head Hotel hotel is Edinburgh airport (15 km) and it is reachable with a 15-minute drive.
Can I have lunch or dinner next to the hotel?
Guests can have lunch or dinner at the restaurant Good Fortune featuring Chinese dishes located not too far from the hotel or dine at Queen's Spice Indian Restaurant serving Indian dishes (100 meters away).
Can I have breakfast at the hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What time is check-in and check-out at The Stag Head Hotel?
Guests of The Stag Head Hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:00 and check out from 11:00.
How much does it cost to stay at The Stag Head Hotel hotel?
The price for a room in The Stag Head Hotel hotel starts at $69.
What payment methods are available in The Stag Head Hotel?
At The Stag Head Hotel, you can pay using сash, Mastercard, and Visa.
What room types are available at the hotel?
Deluxe Queen Room, Family Private Bathroom Room, and Private Bathroom Twin Room are among the room types available at the hotel.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at The Stag Head Hotel?
Each room at The Stag Head Hotel offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, some units feature private bathrooms along with hair dryers and toiletries.
Does The Stag Head Hotel offer special meal options for children?
For the little guests, The Stag Head Hotel provides a special children's menu.
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