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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent, friendly service (reception and breakfast)
Phenomenal/very good breakfast
Beautiful architecture and garden / quiet location
Comfortable beds and pillow menu
Atmospheric, historic hotel with cozy breakfast room
Free/no-charge parking reported by some guests
Cons:
Inconsistent housekeeping and cleanliness issues (shower grease, hairs)
Rooms/bathrooms small with limited storage
No lift and stairs access problematic for some guests
Perceived poor value for money / overpriced
No in-room fridge and limited ventilation (windows open only a crack)
Limited dinner variety at hotel restaurant

Categories

Cleanliness
8.2
Inconsistent housekeeping reported: used glasses sometimes not replaced, superficial bathroom cleaning, visible grease on shower glass and hairs on the floor during the stay.
Service
9.8
Repeatedly praised: reception and breakfast staff described as exceptionally friendly and service labelled excellent in multiple reviews.
Location
9.8
Highly positive: gorgeous architecture, beautiful garden, quiet setting with little traffic and a convenient base to explore Edinburgh.
Room Quality
8.4
Mixed: rooms and bathrooms described as small with poor lighting, limited storage, problematic ventilation (windows open only a crack), no in-room fridge and occasional overheating; some praised comfort of beds.
Amenities
9
Mixed amenities: praised features include a pillow menu and free parking in some reports; negatives include lack of a lift, limited parking availability (EV-only spots) and absence of in-room fridge.
Value for Money
7.5
Several guests felt the hotel was overpriced for what was offered (one guest explicitly cited a high bill and disappointment for the price paid).
Food and Beverage
9.5
Breakfast widely praised as phenomenal/delicious and a highlight; dinner and mains received notes for limited variety and room for improvement.
Overall Experience
9.8
Overall very positive: guests describe the hotel as atmospheric, historic and a lovely weekend base — positives outweigh the specific issues noted (rooms, lift, some cleanliness).
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-12 22:38

Property Description

Luxury Refurbished Hotel at the Foot of Arthur’s Seat

Original Features and Modern Luxury: The Scott, originally built in the 1780s, retains its historic charm with features like the Red Room Bar and ornate wood panelling. The 36 unique junior suites and deluxe bedrooms offer a blend of modern luxury and historic elegance, ensuring a comfortable stay for every guest.

Elegant Dining and Relaxation: Start your day with breakfast overlooking the private garden, and unwind at the Red Room Bar with an honesty bar and self-service options. For a taste of Scotland's finest cuisine, visit the Scholar Restaurant and Bar lounge next door, offering an informal a la carte service.

Prime Location and Exceptional Comfort: Nestled in the vibrant Southside area, The Scott is a short walk from Edinburgh's famous landmarks. With Elite™ Lily mattresses, plush duvets, and Isgha spa products, every detail is designed for your comfort and luxury.

Book your stay at The Scott for a truly unforgettable experience.

Important information:

Please note that parking spaces are limited and are on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more than 15 pax booked within one party, we reserve the right to amend the payment and cancellation terms for the booking.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: EDI

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 2362 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.2
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 8.4
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 7.5
Food and Beverage: 9.5
Overall Experience: 9.8
L
Ladislav • couple • cz
9
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Rainer • couple • de
6
Leider anders als erwartet
Pros:

Uns gefiel das kleine, ruhige Haus mit nur wenigen Gästezimmern, der gemütliche Frühstücksraum und die kleine Bar. Da es von altem Baumbestand umgeben ist, bekommt man vom Verkehr rundherum und den Studenten am Campus nur wenig mit.
Hervorheben möchte ich ausdrücklich das Personal an der Rezeption und im Service beim Frühstück, das ausgesprochen freundlich war, und für die unten angesprochenen Unannehmlichkeiten nicht verantwortlich gemacht werden kann.

Cons:

Wider Erwarten gab es einiges, das uns bei unserem Aufenthalt störte:
- Wir reisten mit dem Auto an und obwohl das Gelände groß ist, war kein freier Parkplatz zu finden und vor dem Haus gab es nur Plätze für E-Autos. Da meine Frau eine Knieprothese erhalten hatte und Schwierigkeiten beim Gehen hat, konnten wir zumindest auf dem Behindertenparkplatz parken.
- Eine weitere Unannehmlichkeit ist, dass das Haus über keinen Lift verfügt. Wenn man wie wir mit Gepäck für drei Wochen in Schottland anreist und keine Hilfe von Seiten des Hotels beim Hinauf- und Heruntertragen der Koffer und Taschen bekommt, ist das ausgesprochen ärgerlich.
- Das Zimmer selbst war in Ordnung, wenngleich die Bedienung der Klimaanlage ein Mysterium blieb. Als störend erwies sich, dass sich die Fenster überall nur wenige Zentimeter öffnen lassen und ein Querlüften so schwierig ist. Auch fehlt ein Kühlschrank, der eigentlich in Hotels dieser Preisklasse zur Standardausrüstung gehört. Wer möchte schon nachts um zehn im Pyjama an die Bar gehen, um sich noch etwas zum Trinken zu holen?
Für ein Wochenende in Edinburgh mag ein Schrank im Zimmer ausreichen, aber für mehrere Tage ist der Stauraum im Zimmer absolut unzureichend.
Auch bei der Zimmerreinigung ist noch Luft nach oben: Einmal wurden sichtlich verwendete Gläser ausgewechselt, dann wieder nicht und das Bad wurde nur oberflächlich gereinigt, ein Fettfleck an der Glaswand der Dusche war während unseres gesamten Aufenthalts zu sehen und Haare blieben am Boden liegen.
- Das Restaurant im Haus haben wir nicht besucht, da es an unserem Anreisetag geschlossen war, und es nicht möglich war, im angeschlossenen Restaurant zeitnah einen Platz oder wenigsten ein paar Sandwiches zu bekommen. Wir haben dann quer über die Straße das "Salisbury Arms" gefunden, in dem wir ohne Reservierung sofort einen Tisch bekamen und auch an den nächsten Abenden hervorragend speisten. Sehr zu empfehlen!

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
M
Mark • couple • gb
6
Vastly over priced
Pros:

Nice hotel, breakfast very good, service excellent.

Cons:

I expected far more for price paid. Room and bathroom too small. Poor lighting and access up two flights of stairs was a problem. This was £744 for two nights, excluding breakfast, I expected something special.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
P
Paul • couple • de
10
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
G
Georyanne • couple • us
9
Lovely castle
Pros:

Great breakfast

Cons:

should have more food variety for dinner

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Anette • couple • dk
6
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
C
Chernysheva • couple • gb
9
Pros:

The interior and service were excellent , hotel is very atmospheric and historical.
The breakfast was fine for the price, however mains have a room for improvement.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
E
esme • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great place as a base to explore Edinburgh
Pros:

No charge for parking
Excellent breakfast
Comfortable bed
Pillow menu

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
J
Julie • couple • ae
10
Fantastic
Pros:

Love it. Breakfast delish. Very comfortable. Great products.

Cons:

Loved everything

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
S
Sevil • solo_traveller • tr
9
Pros:

Breakfast and the room

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
H
Heike • couple • de
10
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
M
MR • solo_traveller • de
9
BEAUTIFUL WEEKEND at The Scott!
Pros:

Phenomenal breakfast, gorgeous architecture and location with beautiful garden

Cons:

Only thing that was negative was the room we got (Room 24) was very hot and we could only open the window a crack due to a wooden peg screwed in place.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
E
Evi • couple • be
10
Beautiful hotel, lovely staff
Pros:

It is a beautiful building, with a lovely dining aria. Breakfast was very nice, with vegan options available. Beds were comfortable, shower great. Staff were very attentive and accommodating.

Cons:

It is a lovely location, but for daytrips, which usually start somewhere in the old city centre and leave early, you do need to count in some extra time (30min on foot/15min by car) to get to the city centre.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
J
Joonas • couple • fi
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
K
Kim • couple • us
8
Welcoming.
Pros:

The staff was very friendly and helpful at check in. Enjoyed a great night sleep due to the mattress, wish pillow was a little less “plump.”

Cons:

Guess I didn’t read enough to realize we would need to go to sister property for dinner as the one at The Scott was closed on Sunday nights.

We did dine at restaurant at The scholar and found it adequate but not fabulous for the price point.
Wish reception had offered additional dining suggestions, we did find local pub in walking distance and in retrospect, should have dined there.

In addition, we stayed the night of the fire at Arthur’s Seat -there was no communication from staff regarding the fire. As an international traveler, some guidance would have been appreciated. I found my own information on line to stay aware of situation.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Tanja • couple • de
8
Es ist auf jeden Fall eine Reise wert!:)
Pros:

Insgesamt fanden wir es sehr schön und sehr erholsam. Das Hotel ist etwas außerhalb vom Zentrum, aber durch die Buslinien, die direkt vor dem Hotel abfahren, gar kein Problem. Das Zimmer ist sauber und geräumig. Das Personal überaus freundlich und zuvorkommend. Die Abende haben wir in der Bar ausklingen lassen. Dies waren überaus schöne Abende, hier einen ganz lieben Dank an Tulga, der uns jeden Abend zu den Whiskeys hervorragend beraten hat. Er hat unseren Urlaub zu etwas ganz Besonderem gemacht.

Cons:

-Kein Aufzug
-Leider war der Restaurant im Hause geschlossen ( in Vorbereitung auf einen neuen Chef mit neuer Speisekarte), ->man konnte aber im Nachbarhotel The Scholar hervorragend essen.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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simona1003 • solo_traveller • it
10
Fantastico
Pros:

Tutto fantastico. L'accoglienza degna di un hotel a 5 stelle. Staff gentilissimo. Struttura fantastica, sembra di dormire in un castello incantato. Stanza pulita e con ogni comfort. Colazione buonissima.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • couple • se
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • family_with_children • us
10
Beautiful hotel, charming and cozy.
Pros:

I loved the style and accommodations. This the design was very well curated and it was very cozy. The hotel restaurant was DELICIOUS. The breakfast was also wonderful.

Cons:

The one con was that there isn't an elevator, and you cannot open your windows 100%. The AC in my room didn't work, and because it was smaller it got hot when I would shower. I just wish the AC worked OR the window could open. While the restaurant was delicious and the hotel was generally well located, it wasn't easy to walk to anywhere. There was just one other restaurant option.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
D
Duane • solo_traveller • mt
10
Pros:

Staff, cleanliness, location., breakfast.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee