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Hotel Details

18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
“The Scholar's location made exploring Edinburgh incredibly convenient and enjoyable!”view full review

The Scholar - A Newly Refurbished EDI Hotel with Elite Mattresses, The Brasserie Restaurant, and Arthur's Seat Views

Located at the foot of Holyrood Park in Newington, this 4-star EDI hotel occupies a prime spot within the beautiful Pollock Estate grounds. The Scholar features rooms equipped with Elite(TM) mattresses, large-screen TVs, OPAL capsule coffee machines, and award-winning Novus teas. Each bathroom includes rainfall showers and Laura Thomas toiletries. The Brasserie restaurant and bar serves locally-sourced Scottish cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, complemented by a garden dining area. Guests receive complimentary access to the University of Edinburgh's Pleasance Sports Complex. The property provides free on-site parking with ChargePlace Scotland electric vehicle charging points. Dynamic Earth stands 1 mile away, while Edinburgh Castle is positioned 1 mile from the hotel.

Pros

Complimentary access to state-of-the-art Pleasance Sports Complex fitness facilities

Walking distance to Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat hiking trails

Free parking with electric vehicle charging points

Located in the vibrant Southside neighborhood with independent shops and restaurants

Cons

1 mile from Edinburgh Waverley Station

Limited parking spaces available on first-come basis

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Deluxe Twin Room
2 persons
25 m² 
2 Single beds
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Deluxe Single Room
Deluxe Single Room
2 persons
10 m² 
1 Single bed
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Deluxe Double Room
Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
25 m² 
1 Double bed
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Family Room
2 persons
25 m² 
1 King-size bed
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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Centre
Edinburgh 1.7 km
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI) 15.4 km
Dundee (DND) 98.3 km
Train
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 1.9 km
Bus
Bus stop800 m

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location
Comfortable and Spacious
“During my four-night stay, I was thrilled with the Beautiful Double Room's spacious layout. The room was stylishly decorated and featured a large, comfortable bed, made every night's sleep a dream. The view from my window was an added bonus, made me appreciate my surroundings even more.” view full review
Modern and Functional
“I really enjoyed the bathroom in my room. It was incredibly modern and easy to use, with great toiletries provided. After long days of exploring, I looked forward to unwinding in such a clean and well-designed space, made my stay all the more enjoyable.” view full review
Breakfast Bliss
“Breakfast at the hotel was an absolute highlight of my trip. Each day, I found myself waking up early just to indulge in the fantastic buffet options. There was everything from fresh fruit to hot cooked meals, and the quality was consistently excellent. I truly appreciated the variety and could not have asked for a better start to my day.” view full review
Convenient Parking
“I liked that the hotel offered free parking, a huge relief during my stay. Although the parking area was limited, I was fortunate to snag one of the last spots. It made my experience much smoother, and I could easily access my vehicle whenever I needed to explore the surrounding areas.” view full review

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
City landmarks
Museum
Edinburgh Castle
2.1 km
Landmark
Arthur's Seat hike
1.2 km
Museum
National Museum of Scotland
1.7 km
Palace
Palace of Holyroodhouse
2.0 km
Landmark
Royal Mile
2.3 km
Landmark
The Real Mary King's Close
2.0 km
Park
Princes Street Gardens
2.3 km
Gallery
Scottish National Gallery
2.4 km
Museum
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
2.4 km
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
2.1 km
Park
Holyrood Park
1.7 km
Landmark
Calton Hill
2.1 km
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
1.9 km
Museum
Dynamic Earth
1.8 km
Landmark
Surgeons' Hall Museums
1.5 km
Museum
Museum of Childhood
1.8 km
Monument
Scott Monument
2.4 km
Landmark
Princes Street
2.8 km
Cemetery
The Robertson Mausoleum
1.9 km
Public Building
The Scottish Parliament
1.9 km
Museum
John Knox House
1.8 km
Landmark
Nelson Monument
2.5 km
Art object
Greyfriars Bobby's Grave
1.9 km
Castle
Craigmillar Castle
2.5 km
Museum
The Writers' Museum
2.3 km
Church
Mercat Cross
1.4 km
Museum
Museum of Edinburgh
1.7 km
Landmark
The Scotch Whisky Experience
2.4 km
Museum
Gladstone's Land
2.2 km
University
University of Edinburgh
2.4 km
Nearby
Holyrood Park Education Centre 1 Queen's Drive Holyrood Park
St Anthony's Chapel
250 m
Restaurants
The Salisbury Arms
370 m
58 Dalkeith Road
Salisbury Green Bistro
170 m
St. Leonards Hall 18 Holyrood Park Road Salisbury Green Hotel
Voujon
700 m
107 Newington Road
Savannah Wine Bar & Bistro
630 m
43-45 Salisbury Road Side entrance of the Hotel
Verdo BBQ Restaurant
740 m
21 Newington Road
Apiary Restaurant
760 m
33 Newington Road
Ristorante Isola
730 m
85-87 Newington Road
Southpour
690 m
1-5 Newington Road Newington
Blonde Restaurant
780 m
71-75 St. Leonard's St
Kismot
850 m
29 St. Leonards Street
Annakut Restaurant
720 m
13 Newington Road
Macau Kitchen
730 m
93 St. Leonards Street
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