The Scholar

Hotels
8.9 (4605 reviews)
18 Holyrood Park Road , Edinburgh , gb
+44 131 651 2198

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean and spacious rooms
Great location
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Some minor complaints about noise
A few service issues noted

Categories

Cleanliness
8.59
Rooms are reported to be very clean and tidy.
Service
9.26
Staff are friendly and helpful, with great service experiences highlighted.
Location
9.2
Great location near public transport and in quiet areas.
Room Quality
8.75
Rooms are spacious and well-maintained, generally favorable.
Amenities
8.68
Amenities such as breakfast and other facilities were positively mentioned.
Value for Money
8.64
Value feels appropriate given the services and amenities provided.
Food and Beverage
9
Breakfast and food options have received good feedback.
Overall Experience
9.06
Guests express a strong desire to return and recommend the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 02:35

Property Description

Luxurious Bedrooms and Amenities

The Scholar offers luxurious bedrooms with large beds, Elite mattresses, and quality linen for the best night's sleep. Each room is equipped with a TV, award-winning Novus tea, cafetiere coffee, and a spacious work desk. The bathrooms feature rainfall showers, Arran Aromatics toiletries, and fluffy towels.

Locally Sourced Dining Experience

Indulge in a culinary delight at the hotel's contemporary restaurant, bar, and garden dining area. Enjoy the highest quality breakfast, lunch, and dinner made from locally sourced Scottish ingredients. Immerse yourself in Edinburgh's food and drink scene without leaving the hotel.

Exceptional Services and Facilities

Experience exceptional services at The Scholar with free Wifi throughout the property and complimentary onsite parking, including electric car charging points. Our dedicated staff ensure a perfect stay for all types of travelers. Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience at The Scholar.

Important information:

Free car parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Unfortunately, spaces are limited and the property cannot guarantee they will always be available.

Only nonrefundable rates must be paid for before arrival.

For more than 15 pax booked within one party, we reserve the right to amend the payment and cancellation terms for the booking.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 4605 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.59
Service: 9.26
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.75
Amenities: 8.68
Value for Money: 8.64
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 9.06
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Jochen • solo_traveller • de
6
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Olena • couple • gr
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Anabela • couple • fr
9
Petit moment suspendu
Pros:

Le calme
Proche du centre (20 min à pied) transports à proximité. Personnel adorable. Chambre spacieuse. Petit dej top

Cons:

Rien

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Ewan • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Piotr • family_with_children • pl
9
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Margarete • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Alles bestens. Lage top sowohl ruhig und im grünen als auch sehr zentral. Sehr gutes Frühstück. Schöne Zimmer und insgesamt sehr sauber. Freundliche Atmosphäre.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Abdulaziz • couple • sa
7
Pros:

الموقع والنظافة

Cons:

لا يوجد تكييف

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Beat • couple • ch
9
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Fernando • extended_group • pt
9
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Jacques • family_with_children • gb
9
Lovely hotel with friendly staff and good breakfast.
Pros:

Rooms are comfortable and large with lovely bathrooms and wonderful linen.

Cons:

Unfortunately we faced the entrance to the service door and so experienced noise from deliveries and collections in the early hours of the morning.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • es
7
Correcto y bien situado
Pros:

La ubicación.

Cons:

La mampara abierta (el agua se sale por todas partes), el poco espacio entre la pared y la cama, la falta de minibar y el precio muy elevado para tratarse de un hotel relativamente sencillo. No hay canales de TV en español. Y eso me ha sorprendido, pues una queja muy habitual entre los clientes británicos en España es la existencia de “pocos” canales en inglés.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Giandra • solo_traveller • nl
8
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Petra • solo_traveller • at
8
Pros:

Bus ins Zentrum direkt vor der Türe
Viele Lokale fußläufig erreichbar
Sehr nettes Personal, immer bemüht und freundlich
Außergewöhnliches Frühstück
Zimmer sauber und gemütlich

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
F
Frascari • couple • it
10
Staff gentilissimo e disponibile. Colazione varia e cena con prodotti di prima qualità.
Pros:

Confortevole

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Klaus • family_with_children • it
10
Soggiorno perfetto
Pros:

Ambiente, atmosfera, sorrisi dello staff sempre disponibile

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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MMQC • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Staff very welcoming. Room very comfortable. Excellent shower and products. Very comfortable bed. Goid selection tea, coffee etc.

Cons:

Room very hot but you could ask for a fan.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Nikola • family_with_children • cz
10
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Anita • couple • ch
6
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Paulo • solo_traveller • pt
7
Pros:

The professionalism of the staff. A very good breakfast

Cons:

Room too small

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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kamel • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

Propre , pas trop loin du centre ville

Cons:

Parking , difficile pour trouver une place

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee