The Scholar

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9.3
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John Kevin

10.0
/ 10
Parking in Edinburgh is why I booked this hotel. Ample parking, always had a spot and still able to walk downtown. Loved it.

Rick

10.0
/ 10
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.

Stephen

10.0
/ 10
Delightful setting. The hotel is set back from the street with surrounding gardens. Very quiet. Very well run. Staff are true professionals, eager to help with any questions or problems. Pleasant room, although a little small, but spotlessly clean. Reasonable rates. Good value!
In the Area
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18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AY

Main Facilities

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24-Hour Front Desk
Parking
WiFi
Elevator
Staying at The Scholar is a good choice when you are visiting Edinburgh. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
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18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AY
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General
In Edinburgh (Southside)

Location
With a stay at The Scholar, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, within a 5-minute drive of University of Edinburgh and Royal Mile. This hotel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Princes Street and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Edinburgh Castle.

Attractions
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Holyrood Park - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Royal Commonwealth Pool - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
National Library of Scotland - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Queen's Hall - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
The Meadows - 1 km / 0.6 mi
University of Edinburgh - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Surgeon's Hall - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Arthur's Seat - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
George Square - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Festival Theatre - 1.7 km / 1 mi
Potterrow Student Centre - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Dynamic Earth - 2 km / 1.2 mi
Royal Mile - 2 km / 1.3 mi
Scottish Parliament - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
National Museum of Scotland - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi

The nearest major airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 21.3 km / 13.2 mi

Facilities
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access.

Business Facilities
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

Dining
Grab a bite to eat at the Abacus, a restaurant where you can take in the garden view, or stay in and take advantage of room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Rooms
Stay in one of 72 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.

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Public Facilities

  • Smoke-free area
  • Safety deposit box
  • Elevator

Transportation

  • Limited parking
  • Bicycle rental

Connectivity

  • LAN Internet
  • Free WiFi

Hotel Services

  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour Receptionist

Food and Drinks

  • Breakfast

General

  • Parking

Business Facilities

  • Conference center

Accommodation Policy & General Information in The Scholar

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
15:00 - 00:00
Check-out:
Before 11:00

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Service Animals Allowed

Professional property host/manager, Contactless check-out is available, No rollaway/extra beds available, Green Tourism Program, Cashless transactions are available

General Information

Popular Facilities
24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 15:00 - 00:00 - to 11:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at The Scholar
72
Number of floors in The Scholar
4
Another facilities in The Scholar
Smoke-free area, Safety deposit box, Limited parking, Bicycle rental, LAN Internet

Frequently asked question in The Scholar

What are available facilities at The Scholar?
There are top facilites at The Scholar such as 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at The Scholar?
The standard check-in time at The Scholar is starting from 15:00 - 00:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00
Does The Scholar provide breakfast?
Yes, The Scholar provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is the star rating of The Scholar?
The Scholar is a 4.0-star hotel.
How many floors does The Scholar have?
The Scholar has 4 floors.
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9.4
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Cleanliness

9.6

Room Comfort

9.6

Service and Facilites

9.6

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John Kevin
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10.0
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Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

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Parking in Edinburgh is why I booked this hotel. Ample parking, always had a spot and still able to walk downtown. Loved it.
Rick
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10.0
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Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

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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.
Raquel N
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8.0
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Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

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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
Stephen
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10.0
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Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

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Delightful setting. The hotel is set back from the street with surrounding gardens. Very quiet. Very well run. Staff are true professionals, eager to help with any questions or problems. Pleasant room, although a little small, but spotlessly clean. Reasonable rates. Good value!
janet
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10.0
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Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

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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.
Gregory
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10.0
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Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

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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.
janet
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10.0
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Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

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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!
Thomas
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10.0
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Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

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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.
Ann
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10.0
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Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

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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.
Martin
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10.0
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Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

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Hermoso lugar, muy bien atendido, todo impecable. Super recomendable. A unas 20 cuadras de la ciudad vieja (old town) de Edinburgo.
Briel
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10.0
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Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

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This was a great place to stay during our three nights in Edinburgh! I loved the location as it wasn’t in a super busy area but was close enough to everything that you could walk or take public transportation. The buses were easy to use, you could just scan your credit card when you got on. The restaurant on site was very good and we enjoyed our breakfasts and some dinner there as well. The room we were in had nice tree-filled views and we were able to leave the windows open for a lovely cross breeze and to hear the birds chirping away. One downside is the location is near a busy road and on a college campus so you will definitely hear road noise all night and people walking by if you leave the windows open. Nothing some ear plugs can’t help with though. I’d definitely stay there again!
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Mafalda
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10.0
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Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

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Muy buenas instalaciones, nos encantó
Erick
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10.0
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Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

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Clean room, beautiful building, location was great, overall an amazing experience
Pamela
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Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

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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!
Timothy
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Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

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We are delighted with this hotel and its staff. In a quiet location on the University of Edinburgh campus, yet only about a 30 minute walk or inexpensive cab ride to the Royal Mile. Breakfast was very good and allowed us to skip the time and expense of having lunch. Staff was very friendly and accomodating. Recommend this hotel to anyone wanting a quiet oasis at the end of a busy day.
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Peter
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8.0
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Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

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The scholar is a nice hotel in a lovely setting surrounded by trees. I had a small single room but it worked for me for the price. Quite easy to get into Edinburgh cental from the bus stoop across the street, too.
Kathryn
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10.0
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Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

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This was among the finest accommodations I’ve ever experienced in over 60 years of travelling. I appreciated the tranquility of the setting and the familiarity of the academy. The staff was outstanding in their hospitality and assistance. I’d go back in a heartbeat
Rachel
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10.0
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Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

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Breakfast was good, room was clean. There is a lift in the building which definitely helps.
Beatriz
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10.0
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Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

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Rooms are big and clean, all the bits you would need are there. Staff is super welcoming, friendly and funny. Car parking available and Electric chargers too! Very well located and super quiet at night. My only tiny complaint- the door to the stairs were next to one of the walls and early morning bang again and again with people coming and going so a lay in would be difficult if you are a light sleeper
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Debra
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Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

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Breakfast was exceptional as was the evening meal we booked. Hotel was stylish and spotlessly clean. Staff extremely helpful. Location in pleasant, green surroundings - quiet respite from the tourists and bustle of the city, yet within walking distance for all the visitor attractions. I would definitely stay at the Scholar again when I visit Edinburgh.
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