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The Scholar

Property class: 4

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A multi-story building with a central courtyard, surrounded by lush greenery and a gazebo.
A bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter with bottles, and framed pictures on the wall.
A spacious living area with multiple seating options, a Christmas tree, and large windows providing natural light.
A modern bedroom with a round mirror, bedside lamp, and a small vase with flowers on a dark console table.
A cocktail on a wooden table with a blurred outdoor seating area in the background.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$267
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov

Explore the area

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18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AY
  • Place, Holyrood Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Commonwealth Pool
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a bedside table with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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

Deluxe Twin Room, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a bedside table with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room Single Use, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a nightstand.

Deluxe Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a mirror.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Room

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a television, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Room

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the area

Edinburgh

The Scholar puts you in the centre of Edinburgh, 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Royal Mile and 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Edinburgh Castle. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .The restaurant, Abacus, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Living Room is the hotel's own lobby lounge. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a conference centre. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Southside hotel include University of Edinburgh and Grassmarket.

What's nearby

  • John McIntyre Conference Centre - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Holyrood Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Commonwealth Pool - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Royal Mile - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min drive
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 10 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Southern Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Matto Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Abbey - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Brass Monkey Grange - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bar @ JMCC - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Scholar

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. The business-friendly The Scholar also features room service (during limited hours), a front desk safe, and a lift. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 72 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1994
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Scholar offers 72 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and fridges can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 18 for adults and GBP 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Abacus
  • The Living Room

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1994
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

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 11:00 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 18.00 for adults and from GBP 18.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 30.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 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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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Scholar?

The Scholar offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Scholar?

As of 5 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scholar on 4 Nov 2026 start from AU$267, 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.

Is parking available at The Scholar?

Yep, The Scholar has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Scholar?

The closest beach to The Scholar is Portobello Beach (4.3 km).

Does The Scholar serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is offered weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Scholar?

No, The Scholar does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Scholar?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Scholar?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Scholar?

Dogs are welcome at The Scholar, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Scholar Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 741 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1002 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

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Clean place Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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As always, a lovely stay and very helpful staff. Rooms clean and comfortable and easy to walk into town and buses available if you prefer that.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and nice stay, very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast is excellent, the room is clean and the staff are friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast menu was lovely Easy access to the bus route A lovely hotel to stay in
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, free parking and helpful & courteous staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel had everything I needed and the staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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It was great… room was small but well appointed. Good view of forestlike area. Just a bit of a walk to other restaurants and shops
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was fantastic, clean and spacious rooms, great beds - very nice personal
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean comfortable room and welcoming staff! So easy to store your luggage and nice location- a little over a mile to Prince Street and lots of local food nearby. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel is exceptional. Very comfortable, friendly staff with a restaurant reasonable priced on site. They certainly welcome you and go the extra mile. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, beautiful building, location was great, overall an amazing experience
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely room, great amenities and delicious coffee/biscuits. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had such a wonderful stay at The Scholar. Gorgeous view of Arthur’s Seat from our room, comfortable bed. The breakfast was delicious and plentiful. The staff were all wonderful and very helpful. This was our third stay here at The Scholar. Definitely will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A very convenient place to stay to attend a conference at the John McIntyre Conference Centre, The University of Edinburgh, just 2-minute walk. Short walk to the bus stop as well. We had an excellent stay for a few nights & lovely meals at the restaurant. Very helpful & friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a wonderful stay. Conveniently located in a nice area. The staff was attentive, and friendly. We enjoyed the breakfast, and drinks in the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Had a great breakfast and staff was super friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel is on the south campus of University of Edinburgh. Lovely grounds and away from crowded tourist areas but close enough to walk everywhere!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff could not do enough for us! The room was spotless and good wifi. The room tea and coffee set up was a nice touch, also it’s totally worth getting the breakfast . It was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent hotel with wonderful staff and service. Mostly quiet although the outside seating could be a bit noisy in the evenings. Restaurant has somewhat limited hours with little flexibility and is overpriced with spotty service levels.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff by the check-in deal was extremely helpful and service minded. We had a great stay, and enjoyed a fantastic meal at the restaurant. Rented a family room, which was great size and space for 3 adults. Would recommend and visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was good, room was clean. There is a lift in the building which definitely helps.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel feels like home.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

The breakfast was very goof . The staff was very helpful . The hotel is perfect
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026