Ocean Mist Leith, Edinburgh
Expert reviews
“A onetime pleasure yacht, the Ocean Mist Leith has been docked at the Shore area of Leith since the 1980s. A major overhaul in 2018 restored its 1920s glamour and transformed the vessel into a 17-bedroom floating hotel.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Friendly staff
- Delicious breakfast
- Free Wifi
All you need to know
Ocean Mist Leith feels like stepping into a beautifully restored piece of maritime history. It’s not just a hotel, it’s a classic yacht permanently moored on the Water of Leith.
Originally built in 1919, this floating gem weaves together its seafaring past with modern charm, offering a really atmospheric stay. The interiors are rich with polished wood, nautical touches, and cozy corners that feel both elegant and relaxed.
Whether you pick a snug berth, a standard cabin, or one of the more spacious staterooms, you’re in for a treat.
And the Castle View Bar is a highlight. It’s perfect for winding down with a cocktail or a whisky while gazing out at Leith’s waterfront and even Edinburgh Castle in the distance.
Plus, there are regular tastings and events in the Bridge Lounge, so there’s always a fun reason to hang out on board.
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Recent guest reviews
22 February 2026
Exceptional
Excellent stay on board staff were great very friendly ..room was very clean and comfortable. Would highly recommend
Nothing everything was great
22 February 2026
Fantastic, immaculate, decor , staff , friendliness 10/10
Everything 👌
Nothing .
21 February 2026
Fantastic!
Everything. Such a lovely place for a night or two away.
Nothing.
21 February 2026
Enjoyed and would stay again
Beautifully rooms and great location.
Breakfast was a little limited but continental breakfast can some times be.
19 February 2026
Exceptional
Staff were so friendly & informative. Room was spotless. Breakfast was lovely. Cocktails amazing! Only wish they served light meals we would of stayed there all evening.
No TV in room
18 February 2026
Hated leaving
Every surface and fixture showed serious thought and was beautiful to look at. The light reflecting off the water onto the ceiling in our room was delightful, calm and helped me drift off to sleep peacefully.
Checking out.
18 February 2026
Fantastic experience, peaceful; beautiful accommodation and ultra comfortable bed,
Breakfast was lovely, served by the ever attentive Toni and her team. It was a most enjoyable and relaxing stay and highly recommended.
18 February 2026
Quirky venue with very hospitable staff.
Staff were great; very helpful and attentive. We were given a free room upgrade which was a nice surprise too. Great location with regular tram service, although not too far to walk into the city centre if the weather is nice.
There was a decent continental breakfast but no gluten free options readily available.
18 February 2026
Exceptional location, exceptional staff, exceptional service, exceptional accommodation, exceptional stay!
The attention to detail was outstanding. Staff service was exceptional & they all looked fantastic in uniform. Nothing was too much bother. The boat was immaculate & in keeping with tradition. Decore well thought out. Perfect relaxing stay
Nothing not to like.
18 February 2026
Book this great floating hotel
A unique experience aboard Ocean Mist. We could not fault anything. Comfortable, highly serviced cabin, delicious continental breakfast. All staff were welcoming, cheery and attentive. The bar was well stocked, delicious cocktails with snacks. Parking was close by which was chargable but very convenient.
Going home.
17 February 2026
Wonderful trip with fantastic helpful staff
Loved the whole stay staff were fantastic room was beautiful
There was nothing we disliked
16 February 2026
A Great Little Stay
This is a beautiful hotel, it is very clean and very comfortable.The staff are very helpful, attentive and friendly. It is a very enjoyable stay, the bar is comfortable and a lovely place to spend some time.
It would be nice if there were opportunities for a hot breakfast, but the continental style did the job!
15 February 2026
Friendly staff and lots of little details to make us feel special and not just one of many guests.
Unique setting, really friendly staff who could not do enough for us. Old world vibe with lots of facilities nearby.
The only slight disappointment was the view from the portal window of a wall - but we knew we were staying on a boat and that the views were not likely to be spectacular.
15 February 2026
A lovely quirky place to stay in a beautiful part of Scotland.
The breakfast was lovely. We thought we were going to get a hot breakfast but the continental choices were lovely. Salmon, cheese, cereals, toast and pastries.
We would have liked to have had a meal on the boat.
15 February 2026
Superb location and quality
Superb location and 5 star quality room
Breakfast staff seemed very disinterested and coffee and tea didn’t arrive a table left piled up while they had a chat
15 February 2026
A step into a different world where you are transported into the extraordinary by uniformed stewards
Loved the decor the history and the warmth of the staff
14 February 2026
Great birthday treat,will definitely go again.
Breakfast had great choices of food.
Nothing not to like about experience onboard.
10 February 2026
Exceptional
Good location and very helpful staff
Nothing
9 February 2026
Exceptional
We lived everything , had a lovely time, thank you so much
A hot breakfast would have been nice
4 February 2026
You have to try it!!
It’s such a unique experience that takes you back in time Bar staff exceptional. Check-in was such a great experience
2 February 2026
Sunshine on Leith
Excellent location, loads of bars and restaurants close by. Lovely nautical cabin/ room, great views from the cocktail bar 🍹.
Nothing
1 February 2026
Excellent little hotel
Lovely hotel friendly staff great location
31 January 2026
Very welcoming crew, boat is spotless and rooms were lovely.
Breakfast was good crew were very helpful and it was very relaxing.
Can’t think of anything we didn’t like.
30 January 2026
Enjoyable
Location and facilities
18 January 2026
Delightful and beautiful adventure in Leith.
Fabulous location and easy parking.
Nothing
13 January 2026
Perfect
We had a wonderful stay. The team decorated our room for my fiancés birthday and it was so lovely. We stayed in January and expected it to be chilly but the room was so warm and toasty - with aircon if needed. All the staff were lovely and we had the best time. So many lovely little touches to make it really special.
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8 January 2026
Classy, welcoming staff, great rooms and a fabulous boutique stay
The location was perfect, great walks all around, and breakfast was really good - I loved the yogurt cups and found the breakfast room (which is also a lounge at other times) just lovely. We were there at Christmas time, and the ship was decorated in a lovely way. We were touched by the thoughtfulness of the welcome - a Christmas stocking and enjoyed an afternoon sunset drink, which was beautiful.
8 January 2026
Welcoming staff - a lovely experience
Amazing tip end accommodation in a boat. Quirky but so professionally done.
Everything was so considered to make it a great experience.
7 January 2026
Excellent in every way!
Amazing room, location and staff.
6 January 2026
Exceptional
The staff were all lovely, very polite, friendly and approachable. The room was beautifully clean. The options at the bar were extensive and the breakfast was the best we've had for a continental. Outstanding all round.
There was nothing we did not like
5 January 2026
A must do Stay and I would love to go again
we were drawn to it as it was unusual and something different . The place was amazing, the staff were fantastic, friendly and helpful.
there was nothing to dislike
5 January 2026
Exceptional
Everything! It was amazing !
2 January 2026
Very good
A unique and creative stay in the charming Leith docks with a plethora of nearby restaurants and easy travel on the trams for exploring the city.
2 January 2026
Fabulous stay and will visit again.
The staff went out of their way to make sure that our stay was a success, nothing was too much trouble and we had a super time staying on the Ocean Mist. The staff pointed out that Edinburgh Castle could be seen from the bar on the boat and invited us to join them and other residents to ring in the New Year and to watch the fireworks. It was such an enjoyable and unforgettable New Year celebration. From arrival to leaving we were looked after and the 4* continental breakfasts were very nice too.
There was nothing that we didn't like and we would book again. We have recommended it to friends.
1 January 2026
Very high standards me and my partner felt very comfortable highly enjoying our stay. the staff were extremely attentive
High standards Very comfortable bed Great shower perfect location Outstanding customer service very helpful friendly staff Beautiful decor and room
The heating in our room did make quite loud knocking noises during the night however, this is the only thing we were unsatisfied with and could easily be fixed.
31 December 2025
Great place in great location
Very nicely done. Great spot. Charming
28 December 2025
Exceptional
Unique stay - fab location
23 December 2025
A truly wonderful experience.
A truly magnificent place to stay. Amazing in absolutely ever respect.
Nothing.
22 December 2025
Excellent staying at Ocean Mist Leith - location, room, staff and the boat itself has so much character
Everything, nothing not to like / enjoy
22 December 2025
Exceptional
Everything
Nothing
22 December 2025
Exceptional
Great location and good facilities, staff were very friendly with some lovely personal touches such as a letter for guests on arrival.
21 December 2025
Magical Stay
The location was excellent, close to buses and the tram,plenty of restaurants and pub's close as well. The staff made the stay memorable with their enthusiasm and helpfulness. Room was well appointed, clean and fresh.
Nothing, I liked everything.
21 December 2025
Fabulous
I think there could be more choice when we came for breakfast there was not a lot left
choice at breakfast
20 December 2025
Lovely stay
It was different but felt like a very nice hotel. The staff were friendly and helpful. Nice breakfast. Good location for sightseeing and lovely restaurants nearby
Nothing
20 December 2025
Xmas trip to Leith
The location was excellent. Couldn’t be bettered
Nothing !!!
17 December 2025
Comfortable, friendly staff, relaxed and fun
Something different to a normal hotel.
Everything was great
17 December 2025
Exceptional
The staff were excellent and friendly, my partner had mobility issues and the staff on duty at the reception recognised it straight away and politely changed our room to a room better suited for people with mobility issues which made her enjoy the stay even more. The staff were happy to give you a history of the hotel and its different owners throughout the years. I would definitely recommend it if you want to stay in a hotel with a different experience.
Nothing to not like
16 December 2025
Exceptional
Exceptional welcome by Daniel. Entire team was professional but super friendly. The boat/ship was incredible. Every detail thought of; executed perfectly. Comfortable, relaxing, luxury.
Nothing
16 December 2025
Birthday surprise stay
Excellent service and a wonderful night's stay, thank you
Nothing
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kid-friendly buffet
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
Outdoors
- - Terrace
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
General
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
Services
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Fax/photocopying
- - Luggage storage
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Daily housekeeping
- - Pet bowls
Entertainment & family services
- - Board games/puzzles
Parking
- - Street parking
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Face masks for guests available
Reception services
- - Invoice provided

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24 February 2026
Exceptional