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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Location
Recent guest reviews
13 December 2025
Unique stay in Leith
Uniqueness of the property
Small quarters inevitably because you are staying on a boat
12 December 2025
Fabulous
Everything, the decor, the room, the ambiance. The staff was amazing, friendly and helpful.
Maybe the lack of TV in my room, but not really bothered by that, it was part of the experience not having one 😊
11 December 2025
Excellent great quality rooms in vibrant leith
Beautiful rooms in great location
10 December 2025
Perfect unique getaway!
Gorgeous atmosphere and room. Staff went above and beyond and decorated it for my partners birthday. Feels a really special time away and fantastic value for money considering how unique it is! Will definitely be back thank you!
10 December 2025
Comfortable stay
Good location. Comfortable room.
Bar a bit small. Nn guests are allowed in the bar which makes it difficult to find a seat.
9 December 2025
Our second stay here- we love the ship and crew and hope to return again
The ship is beautifully appointed and in a very central,position
Nothing
7 December 2025
Amazing quirky stay
This by far exceeded our expectations. The staff were wonderful. Toni was at breakfast every morning and was so welcoming and friendly. The food was lovely and the room was very luxuries with a huge comfy bed. Can’t wait to return
7 December 2025
We will be back
We loved this beautiful boat . Great links into Edinburgh literally 3 minutes away . Boats cozy and the staff are incredible
Nothing
7 December 2025
Exceptional
I’ve been before it’s really lovely
I’d have preferred to be on a higher deck
7 December 2025
Exceptional
Location was great, close to all bars and restaurants, all within east walking distance
7 December 2025
Fabulous
Personal touches, unique, clean, comfy bed
Breakfast is a little basic
6 December 2025
Fabulous experience in a unique environment
Exceptional stay in a unique hotel. Attention to design and detail was superb. A truly fabulous experience. We will definitely be back and telling everyone about it.
5 December 2025
A wonderful experience we will be back.
It was in a stunning location and the boat has been restored to a very high standard. The customer service of the staff was to a very high standard.
Parking in this area is impossible. Do not take your car.
3 December 2025
Enjoyed our stay
Location
Nothing
3 December 2025
Exceptional
Lovely boat and very comfortable and good experience
2 December 2025
Great stay, something different from the norm.
Something a little different staying on the boat, rooms clean and comfortable. Staff friendly. Cocktails delicious.
No cooked breakfast, although I knew this at the time of booking, I did miss a hot, cooked breakfast and considering the cost of the room it was a little disappointing. I totally understand no kitchen on board, I did notice many bars and resturant opened for breakfast with very little custom, perhaps a idea to have a deal where guests and go across the road to a resturant for breakfast.
2 December 2025
Very enjoyable
Staff very friendly and helpful. Location excellent.
30 November 2025
Amazing experience, attention to detail is 5*
Everything! Fab location in Leith 5-minutes to the nearest Tram station. All Staff were amazing Fantastic bedrooms and great attention to detail Everything spotlessly clean Decor on boat fantastic Castle View Bar wonderful Fab Cocktails Lovely continental breakfast Attention to detail
There was nothing to dislike
29 November 2025
Still a gem
Always a great service, staff are so helpful, facilities are great, rooms are comfortable, bar is great for chilling out in.
It was another only one night stay, would easily stayed more if I could
29 November 2025
A real precious gem of a hotel.
Beautiful place to stay for a short get away to Edinburgh. Everything about the ship, the rooms and staff were exceptional. The room was beautifully decorated, dressed and cleaned to a very high standard (and my expectations are always high in this regard!). Would love to stay for, longer, one night sadly was all we could manage this time.
I couldn't stay another night!
25 November 2025
Fab time and got free upgrade…will be back
Great location
24 November 2025
Fabulous
The ship is beautifully restored and feels very luxurious. It was a treat to stay there.
22 November 2025
Amazing stay! Loved everything about it!
Clean, lovely staff! Highly recommend!
Nothing!
22 November 2025
A stunningly beautiful boat in a great, vibrant area.
Absolutely amazing & 100% spotless. The workmanship gone into this beautiful boat is incredible. The attention to detail is 1st class. All the staff are brilliant, inc. housekeeping, bar & breakfast. But a partiular mention for Danny - Duty Manager & Matt - Night Manager who go above & beyond from arriving to leaving & all have a very obvious pride in the Ocean Mist .The beds are superb with quality pillows & bedding. The breakfast, (continental only) had everything covered & with quality products. I am very picky & never stayed somewhere where EVERYTHING was 1st class.
Absolutely couldn't be,
17 November 2025
Excellent - would stay again !
Unique and expertly refurbished boat hotel ! Staff were very welcoming and we loved the little nautical touches everywhere - even down to the stamp on the toilet paper !
There was an 80th party going on when we arrived so it was too busy to enjoy the excellent bar area before we went out and by time we came back later in the evening the bar had shut sadly - but a very minor problem and I hope the 80th birthday was enjoyed by all !
16 November 2025
Brilliant accommodation. It was pretty cool
Cool place to stay
Toilet flush was noisy
15 November 2025
Perfect.
Excellent room staff, who go above and beyond
13 November 2025
Great place to stay
Comfortable. Great location. Fantastic toiletries. Nice breakfast.
Nothing
11 November 2025
Lovely, quiet and relaxing.
It was nice to be on a ship
Nothing
9 November 2025
Perfect for our regular Edinburgh trips, will definitely be using it again.
Location
Nothing
9 November 2025
Small but cosy with free sweets.
Free sweets! Staff very friendly and accommodating. Beds very comfy. Very clean rooms and hotel. Amazing cocktails at the bar. Lovely stay.
Floors in room are uneven but I understand thats part of the aesthetic.
8 November 2025
Exceptional
We were given an upgrade as hubby has minimal mobility. Exceptional experience all round. Facilities and staff were excellent they were available anytime of day/night. Highly recommend and you won’t be disappointed.
Nothing
6 November 2025
Another brilliant weekend !
We’ve stayed before and this time had another fantastic stay. Love the boat, the facilities, the location and best of all, the staff. You’re made to feel so welcome it’s like visiting family.
Absolutely nothing.
2 November 2025
Exceptional
The room and staff were amazing.
2 November 2025
A lovely refurbished ship transformed into a luxurious small hotel
Quirky and luxurious, bathrobes, 1920s decor. Very comfortable bed. Ship had a lovely bar area- cosy on a chilly evening. ‘Crew’ all very polite and attentive. A good place for a special treat (it was our wedding anniversary). Leith is an interesting area to explore with many excellent restaurants
31 October 2025
A great stay in a very clean boat and beautiful bar with wonderful cocktails but your staff made it extra special everyo
Uniqueness
27 October 2025
Felt like I was on the titanic (pre-iceberg). Beautiful hotel!
A very comfortable stay with beautiful features throughout the hotel. Friendly staff and lovely breakfast. Great location - so close to a tram stop and weekend parking was free which was great.
Nothing.
24 October 2025
Unique accommodation
Unique accommodation in excellent area. Close to multiple restaurants, bars and cafes. Easy access to transport for city centre.
23 October 2025
Memorable!!!
Something very different, was made to feel special by the superb staff, or crew! Room was cosy, bathroom clean and everything there you would expect in a normal hotel.
No evening dining facility, but lots of great pubs and restaurants only a short walk away.
22 October 2025
absolutely fantastic!!!!
everything
nothing
22 October 2025
Memorable and we will return
Check out The Dancing Captain - she is a legend in her own right but totally at home on Ocean Mist. We were lucky enough to secure an upgrade which made for a very special experience. This was our second visit and definitely not our last. Thank You
Nothing to report, we loved everything
21 October 2025
Exceptional
Everything was just perfect, the room was lively and well presented. The bar was perfect with views of the river.
There was nothing I didn’t like about it.
21 October 2025
Wonderful place to stay
Lovely boat only 50 minutes to walk to City Centre. Clean and beautiful room super comfortable bed. Wonderful cocktails especially Moonshine. Lots of choice for breakfast - overnight oats really good.
Slightly noisy at night if room is near reception. No TV
20 October 2025
Excellent stay
Room was amazing
Very little parking
18 October 2025
This is a hotel not to be missed out on
Welcomed on arrival, beds were super comfortable. Rooms were beautiful and bathrobes snuggly
Loved everything
17 October 2025
Fabulous
Ocean Mist is a unique, boutique experience for everyone. The staff are beyond perfection and will accommodate any thing to make life easier i.e ordering a taxi.
Nothing, Ocean Mist is supreme
17 October 2025
Very good
Pleasant staff, good location for visiting Tom Kitchin restaurant, very clean room'
The breakfast was a bit chaotic because the room was too cramped and everyone was getting in everyone's way trying to get to and from the buffet.
14 October 2025
It is a truly lovely boat and the sea was so calm and not bobbing up and down!b
Very clean and beautiful!
None
12 October 2025
We will be back !
Quirky place to stay in Leith, room lovely with very nice shower room. V nice cocktails in the bar. Excellent continental breakfast
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 and 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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13 December 2025
Home from home treated well