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AU$274 per night
Expected price for:Oct 2025
AU$274 per night
Expected price for:Oct 2025

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  • Excellent food quality and presentation

    The hotel's restaurant offers delicious meals, with guests praising the quality of the food and its presentation.

  • Victorian House with Gardens

    Relax in this hotel set in a classic 18th-century Victorian house, surrounded by landscaped gardens.

  • Peaceful setting within university grounds

    Located on the University of Edinburgh campus, the hotel offers a quiet and secure environment away from the city's bustle.

  • Proximity to Holyrood Park

    Enjoy a six-minute walk to Holyrood Park from this relaxed hotel, perfect for outdoor recreation.

  • Traditional Wood-Panelled Walls

    Admire the common areas with traditional wood-panelled walls and ornate staircases.

  • On-site Restaurant and Bar

    Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.

  • Close to National Museum

    Explore Scottish history with a short 1.2-mile trip to the National Museum of Scotland.

  • Delicious breakfast with varied options

    The breakfast buffet offers a wide selection of hot and cold items, including a full Scottish breakfast, catering to diverse tastes.

  • Dining Room with Artwork

    Start your day with breakfast in a dining room featuring high ceilings and vibrant artwork.

  • 24-Hour Front Desk Service

    Benefit from round-the-clock assistance with the hotel's 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

  • Guestrooms with LCD TVs

    Stay connected with complimentary wired and wireless internet access, and enjoy digital programming on LCD televisions.

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About The Scholar

The Scholar is a newly refurbished hotel located in the beautiful grounds of the Pollock Estate, just a few minutes’ walk from Arthurs Seat, Holyrood Park and the Meadows and within walking distance of all of the City’s world famous landmarks. The local Southside neighbourhood buzzes with small restaurants, bars and an eclectic mix of independent shops. All bedrooms are luxurious and feature large beds, Elite mattresses and quality linen to ensure the best possible night’s sleep. All rooms also include a TV with a whole host of channels, award winning Novus tea and cafetiere coffee and a desk with ample work space. Our large bathrooms include rainfall showers, Arran Aromatics toiletries and fluffy towels. The hotel’s contemporary restaurant, bar and garden dining area proudly serve the highest quality breakfast, lunch and dinner, focussing on using locally sourced Scottish ingredients, allowing you to sample Edinburgh’s excellent food and drink scene without needing to leave the hotel. We also offer free Wifi throughout the hotel and free onsite parking including a large number of electric car charging points. Our friendly staff go above and beyond to make this the perfect place for to stay all types of travellers.

Rooms

  • Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite
    Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite
    • 1 1 Double Bed
    • Sleeps 3
    • 140 sq ft
  • Deluxe Single Room
    Deluxe Single Room
    • 1 1 Twin Bed
    • Sleeps 1
    • 100 sq ft
  • Family Room
    Family Room
    • 1 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
    • Sleeps 3
    • 140 sq ft
  • Deluxe Twin Room, Ensuite
    Deluxe Twin Room, Ensuite
    • 1 2 Twin Beds
    • Sleeps 3
    • 140 sq ft

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Reviews

8.6Excellent

based on 4384 ratings from top sites

  • Cleanliness
    8.9
    Excellent
  • Location
    8.0
    Very good
  • Service
    8.4
    Very good
  • Comfort
    8.4
    Very good
  • Amenities
    8.0
    Very good
  • Value for money
    8.0
    Very good

Top amenities

  • WiFi in lobby
  • WiFi in rooms
  • Parking
  • Pets
  • Restaurant
  • Hotel bar

All amenities

Property amenities
  1. Entrance Hall/lobby
  2. Parking
  3. Pets allowed
  4. Hotel bar
  5. Non-smoking rooms
  6. Restaurant
  7. 24-hour reception
  8. Public WiFi
  9. Room service
  10. Free WiFi in public areas
  11. ATM
  12. Luggage storage
Room amenities
  1. Television
  2. Central heating
  3. Satellite TV
  4. Desk
  5. Safe
  6. Cable TV
  7. WiFi
  8. Free WiFi (rooms)
  9. Coffee machine
  10. Flatscreen TV
Sports facilities
  1. Bike rental
  2. Golf course
Accessibility
  1. Accessible hotel
  2. Accessible parking

Location

  • 18 Holyrood Park Road, 
  • EH16 5AY, 
  • Edinburgh, 
  • United Kingdom

Property info

18 Holyrood Park RoadEH16 5AYEdinburgh, United Kingdom

Frequently Asked Questions about The Scholar

  • Is there a pool area at The Scholar?

    No, The Scholar doesn’t offer pool areas.

  • Are pets allowed at The Scholar?

    Yes, The Scholar has a pet policy that may vary based on the room type or availability. Please check with the hotel directly to learn about their pet policy.

  • Is parking available at The Scholar?

    Yes, The Scholar provides Parking, Accessible parking for guests.

  • What time is check-in and check-out at The Scholar?

    Check-in at The Scholar is available from: . Check-out time is by .

  • Where is The Scholar located?

    The Scholar is located in 18 Holyrood Park Road, EH16 5AY, Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

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