Fingal

Welcome aboard Fingal, a luxury floating hotel permanently berthed on Edinburgh’s vibrant waterfront, only 2 miles from the city centre.

Originally a lighthouse tender, Fingal has been transformed into an exquisite 23-cabin boutique hotel and exclusive use venue by the award-winning team at The Royal Yacht Britannia. Step aboard and discover a hotel that promises an indulgent customer experience like no other. Sleep in luxurious beds with the finest linen, in the most beautiful handcrafted cabins. The perfect combination for a great night’s sleep. Dine in the stunning Lighthouse Bar, with views over the historic Port of Leith, and enjoy a refreshing cocktail while the evening sun spills across the water. With a magnificent double height ballroom, Fingal is also the perfect venue for a private party or corporate event.

Fingal, alive with the unmistakable air of the extraordinary.

Fingal is a world-class experience from the moment you first step aboard. You are welcomed by our superb crew that helped us become TripAdvisor’s No.1 Edinburgh hotel within the first 6 months of opening. Each cabin is an exquisite space full of softness with elegant curves and contours; circular porthole windows, and fabrics for the senses, wallpaper you want to touch, and Davy lamps to cast a warm glow.

Enjoy a stay in a Classic or Luxury Cabin for a night or two of complete nautical indulgence, or treat yourself to one of our spacious and curvaceous Duplex Cabins, spread over two floors, united by a spiralling staircase. For an unparalleled hotel experience, truly spoil yourself by staying in the outstanding Skerryvore Suite, a magnificent space with a separate sitting/dining room, and its own private deck on the fo’c’sle. Inspired by Fingal’s journey, discover wardrobes encased in the softest Scottish leather and stitched headboards depicting the sea map of each individual lighthouse.

With floor to ceiling windows overlooking the colourful historic Port of Leith, The Lighthouse Bar is a tranquil space to sample one of Fingal’s signature cocktails. Treat yourself to a delicious Afternoon Tea with all the trimmings, or an evening supper with dishes to delight, all prepared by our superb Chefs in Fingal’s galley.

Alternatively, The Bridge offers a private dining experience for up to ten guests, with a bespoke menu, and accompanying wines recommended by our Sommelier. Also perfect for wine and whisky tastings. From here, guests can enjoy waterfront views from a totally unique perspective, soaking up the relaxed atmosphere in what was previously the ship’s busy command centre. In the morning, a delicious full Scottish or continental breakfast is available for overnight guests, or business meetings.

Fingal was commissioned by the Northern Lighthouse Board (NLB) in 1963 and was the last ship to be built by the Blythswood Shipbuilding Company in Glasgow. Registered in Leith, she was stationed for 30 years in Oban and then for 6 years in Stromness, ferrying lighthouse keepers, essential supplies and maintenance staff to lighthouses, as well as undertaking repairs to navigational aids throughout the West Coast and the North of Scotland. Fingal retired from NLB service in 2000. The name Fingal is believed to pay homage to the King of the Morven (Argyll) in ancient Caledonia during the 3rd century.