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
11 May 2026
special
the staff were so friendly and accommodating the little extras made it feel very special and the boat had a great story to tell
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10 May 2026
Delightful way to spend 3 nights of our 2 weeks in and around Edinburgh
Unique and beautifully designed with very lovely crew.
If you have much luggage, there is little space for storage in the rooms. Obviously this is due to the nature of the uniqueness of staying on a ship.
9 May 2026
Would recommend highly!
The concept is ideal, renovation of a 1919 built ship has been done flawlessly. The current owners have been able to keep the ship authentic and yet modify the design to suit the call for individual en-suite accommodation which is very comfortable. The owners and staff are wonderful and friendly. We will definitely be going back to visit.
Can’t think of anything!!
8 May 2026
Unique, comfortable, convenient
I like being on the water, the neighborhood, the decor, the breakfast, the bathroom.
8 May 2026
Excellent staff and accommodation. Thanks for making me feel so welcome.
It is a lovely different and uniquely place to stay handy to both buses and trams for easy access around Edinburgh.
Nothing to not like
6 May 2026
The stay was everything we hoped it would be and look forward to a return visit.
All aspects of our visit were excellent. The room was first class. Drinks brilliant and breakfast being "not the full Scottish" was most enjoyable..
Difficult to find something negative to say about our visit.
5 May 2026
Very good
Location, clean rooms, and ease of check in
Lower deck bitter end room - too tight and a little uncomfortable due to slight fall in the floor
2 May 2026
Exceptional
From the moment we arrived the staff were very welcoming. The cabin/room felt luxurious in the 1920s deco style and the continental breakfast was a wonderful break from the usual hotel breakfasts of bacon and eggs.
Nothing to complain about.
1 May 2026
Great, quiet location and beautiful ship.
Beautiful location, lovely property. The staff, owner, and family were warm, friendly, welcoming and very helpful. The room was comfortable and clean. It was great to sit out on the deck and relax.
29 April 2026
Fabulous
A great continental breakfast sat out on the deck in the sunshine, fantastic location everything was great
27 April 2026
A memorable experience. An incredible restoration and so evocative of the time period.
It was quirky.
Nothing to dislike.
27 April 2026
Amazing experience and in a great location
Lovely boat, very clean and the staff were amazing
27 April 2026
It is an excellent hotel and I would recommend with proviso that it is perhaps more suited to couples and groups than so
It’s a lovely hotel in a great setting. Very comfortable and with some exceptional staff who will make you feel special
No television was a bit of a shock😂. A couple of the staff were disappointing. Of course they had a very high standard to reach. Public rooms were small so it could get a bit crowded and noisy.
27 April 2026
Exceptional
Everything
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25 April 2026
Value for money
Beautiful stay
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24 April 2026
Fabulous
The boat was really lovely
The location and facilities were exactly what I needed
21 April 2026
Excellent, unusual and lovely place to stay, great location, clean, beautifully decorated and very welcoming and relaxin
Beautiful decor, lots of attention to detail, comfortable beds, lovely staff.
Just a small thing, the breakfast area was a bit small and got crowded very quickly, had to queue a bit for the self service system.
18 April 2026
Absolutely fantastic! What a great experience!
Soooo quirky, the attention to detail is fabulous, loved the decor, so well thought through 😍
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13 April 2026
Fabulous unique hotel.
Love, love, love Ocean Mist. What a fabulous unique hotel. The staff were brilliant making a special effort to decorate the room after I had let them know we were celebrating a Birthday. The breakfast was ideal a great continental spread and our suite perfect. It is super easy to use the tram to get in and out of the centre and Leith is lovely to wander around with lots of independent stores. A magical long weekend.
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12 April 2026
Feels like you’re on an Agatha Christie movie .
We liked everything about the boat. Excellent breakfast, really good location.
It’s not a criticism but the bar is open to non residents so gets pretty busy. We came back 9pm after a meal out and couldn’t get in , all the seats were taken.
12 April 2026
Exceptional
Everything, lovely staff , lovely hotel , amazing time
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11 April 2026
Absolutely wonderful
Luxurious charming central great breakfast excellent cocktails fantastic staff
11 April 2026
Lovely stay in an unusual setting but in a great location
Location and character
10 April 2026
Brilliant for a novel escape.
The location and the style. Genuinely felt like a Agatha Christie death in the Nile setting. Was a genuine novel.
The air conditioning was a little low power. And the shower had some signs of miss repair. But over all was perfect for a weekend escape.
4 April 2026
Exceptional
Staff were very helpful and friendly.
3 April 2026
Edinburgh accommodation
Very helpful staff, quiet comfortable room, and great location.
It was all good.
1 April 2026
Exceptional
Quirky, good quality accommodation.
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1 April 2026
Exceptional
Ocean mist is a beautiful place to stay. The staff are all very welcoming and friendly. Breakfast was good and good choices and was in a very pleasant area. We will definitely be back.
1 April 2026
Lovely boat in a superb location
Breakfast a little basic and not enough dining space at peak times, outside space would be utilised in summer but chilly in March, breakfast staff professional and friendly.
Room was charming but on a slope, felt as we were at an angle in the bed, may be an optional illusion, plumbing required a little attention, basin tap back washers were broken and the toilet cistern took 20 minutes to fill, toilet was not flushing correctly.
28 March 2026
Great hotel in great location.
It’s a beautiful hotel in a fantastic location. Everything is immaculately presented and incredibly comfortable. The staff were all friendly and attentive, making us feel very welcome throughout our stay. The cocktail bar was a highlight; a perfect place to spend the evening, with excellent drinks. We really enjoyed our time here, especially the many thoughtful touches throughout the hotel.
26 March 2026
Atmospheric, luxurious and unique experience.
The room we were allocated was more than we expected in terms of the size, luxurious finishes and a fabulous shower room. All the crew were great. Ethan in the bar mixed excellent cocktails and looked after us well. The bar was just a great place to relax and chill out.
Until the last night there was nothing we didn't like. But the heating broke down on our final day and we spent an uncomfortably last cold night. The staff were apologetic the next morning and had contacted an engineer.
26 March 2026
The overnight stay felt special and luxurious.
The ocean mist was very clean and well decorated, it is an unusual and quirky place to stay and it did not disappoint. There were lots of finishing touches and attention to detail.
Nothing to dislike
16 March 2026
great one night break
location was great, ship was such a surprise and spotless
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14 March 2026
A lovely treat in Leith
Location. Also the quirky nature that it is a boat. Quality room and bathroom
The room did get hot.
13 March 2026
Wonderful place, exceptional experience. Different to other places we stayed in.
Beautiful place, excellent service. Daniel was 👌🏻
No eggs for breakfast
13 March 2026
A special place, a luxurious and welcoming stay with friendly staff.
Location was perfect, staff were really friendly, continental breakfast was good, drinks in the bar were served quickly and there was a really nice ambiance. Rooms felt special and were immaculately clean.
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10 March 2026
Really enjoyed our stay from the moment we arrived the staff were so helpful and friendly. Location was excellent and s
Very friendly and welcoming staff. Lovely room with lots of little extras.
Nothing.
8 March 2026
Fabulous stay in this quirky boat, staff are outstanding, highly recommend.
Lovely location, very quirky, spotless.
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6 March 2026
We had a lovely stay would definitely recommend to friends and family
Lovely breakfast with beautiful views
28 February 2026
Exceptional
Everything
28 February 2026
Exceptional
Absolutely everything! Location Staff Facilities Luxurious cabin/ bathroom No tv in cabins so guests used lounges and created sociable atmosphere An amazing/unique experience
Absolutely nothing!
27 February 2026
Our stay was really interesting, the boat has been refurbished and gives a really excellent experie.
Breakfast was excellent as was the Service.
An extra chair in our cabin.
26 February 2026
What a find! Great location, great staff and good value too
Originality
25 February 2026
First class, worth every penny
Cabin, facilities, food, staff were all excellent
Nothing was wrong
24 February 2026
Exceptional
Stafff are very attentive and polite and friendly Beautiful interior and very relaxing bar area to sit and enjoy a drink while looking out along the shore
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.
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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12 May 2026
lovely very comfortable stay would stay again