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Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

Property class: 3

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A campus with modern and historic buildings, a central courtyard, and a mountainous backdrop.
A modern building with a sign reading 'John Burnett House,' a paved pathway, and lush greenery.
A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and modern furniture.
A group of people standing in a bar area with wooden flooring and a bar counter. There are ceiling lights and a television screen in the background.
A spacious lobby with multiple sofas and a coffee table, a high ceiling with hanging lights, and a large window providing natural light.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$228
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept

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18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AY
  • Place, Holyrood Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Meadows
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room (Single Use)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi

Twin Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi

Holland Single Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi

John Burnett Single Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, desk, chair, and a window with curtains.

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, desk, chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted shelf, and a trash bin.

Standard Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Edinburgh

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation puts you in the centre of Edinburgh, 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Royal Mile and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Edinburgh Castle. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a conference centre. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area and wedding services. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Southside hostel include University of Edinburgh and Grassmarket.
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What's nearby

  • Holyrood Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Royal Commonwealth Pool - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Meadows - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Royal Mile - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min drive
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 9 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tipsy Midgie - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Matto Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Southern Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Grapes - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Holyrood Distillery - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation also features gift shops/newsstands, a garden, and a picnic area.

This 3-star Edinburgh hostel is smoke free.

  • 2000 guestrooms or units
  • Conference centre
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation offers 2000 accommodations with free toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 5 November and 25 May.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Pollock Halls
Pollock Halls Edinburgh First
Pollock Halls House
Pollock Halls House Edinburgh First
Edinburgh First Hotel
First Hotel Edinburgh
Pollock Halls - Edinburgh 1st
Pollock Halls - Edinburgh First Hotel Edinburgh
Pollock Halls - Edinburgh First Scotland
Pollock Halls Hostel Edinburgh
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Pollock Halls Edinburgh
Pollock Halls - Edinburgh First Hotel
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Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh
Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh Campus Accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?

As of 6 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation on 8 Sept 2026 start from AU$228, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?

The closest beach to Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation is Portobello Beach (4.2 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?

No, Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?

No, pets are not allowed.

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 406 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 449 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location, was pretty basic but the staff were lovely. Wifi wasn't the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal for quick stay, basic and clean and surprisingly good breakfast selection.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy decent accomodation for visiting the fringe, well recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Agata

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant, would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very affordable stay, with excellent breakfast options. Easy access to buses and taxis, and convenient laundry facilities.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is student accommodation so it is what you expect. Room is basic but clean enough. No treats attached but just comfortable basic accommodation. I would have liked a mug to use. There is a cup by sink. But there's a kettle in the pantry but no mugs. Even if you could borrow one or sign for it or something like the hairdryers. Breakfast included is fine. Plenty available and fresh.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

kurian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very decent accomodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Amenities
Great basic accommodation at a great price including a great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Staff in check in/out were brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Timon

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Lovely place to stay

Location good, breakfast v.good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Nice staff. Easy access to local transportation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Victor

Very affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Laurie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wasn't expecting much from a dorm room, but what a disappointment. The room smelled like dirty socks, the shower barely got hot, the tv didn't work, and the room was cold. It was also incredibly noisy. There were some large groups of students (presumably foreigners on tour) and lots of other travellers. Doors were banging and people were talking loudly in the halls until 1 am. A word to the wise (especially if you're a mature adult): pay the extra and stay in a proper hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
loved the location, walking distance to the city, and at the base of Arthurs seat good breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ANGSUMAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great value for money and the breakfast options were quite good .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nonhlanhla

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay!

Super clean and staff was very friendly explaining how to get around. Breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and very basic. Food was great breakfast included. Great price.would definitely stay here again and will 100% recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

We were very mpressed with the accommodation at Summer Stays at the University. Our twin room was spacious, clean and beds comfortable. An amazing breakfast buffet is served and laundry facilities are convenient and very well priced.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Edinburgh stay for Tattoo 2025

The rooms were comfortable and excellent for a few days stay. The breakfast was excellent. The location was a little walk from the Royal Mile, but still convenient, with bus ervices available if needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good buffet breakfast and attentive staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Excellent place to stay,15 min walk to Edinburgh centre, amazing buffet breakfast, stayed here for the fringe, this our 3rd time here, definatley worth a visit
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cheap accommodation. Breakfast options. Condition of property excellent xonsidering it is student accommodation. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025