The Scholar

Hotels
8.9 (4516 reviews)
18 Holyrood Park Road , Edinburgh , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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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 4516 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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Uwe • couple • de
6
Für einen Städtebesuch geeignet.Preis/Leistung stimmt nicht
Pros:

Die Mitarbeiter waren sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit . Der Frühstücksraum ist sehr schön eingerichtet und dekoriert.Frühstück ok

Cons:

Das Hotel hat den Charakter eines Studentenwohnheim.Wenig Ablagemöglichkeiten im Bad und keine Haken.Die Fenster können nur einen Spalt geöffnet werden . Flecken auf dem Teppichboden.Nicht nah am Zentrum,ca. 35 Minuten zu Fuß.Keine Klimaanlage!

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • nl
9
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • gb
10
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Denise • family_with_children • us
9
Wonderful stay in Scotland!
Pros:

The hotel was a nice surprise, cozy with a great onsite restaurant. Breakfast which was included was wonderful.

Cons:

Not as close to locations as I would have liked but there was a bus stop directly across from the facility

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Markus • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Friendly staff, attentive, good breakfast

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Gerhard • solo_traveller • at
10
Pros:

Fantastischem Lage am Rande der Stadt, sehr ruhig. Sehr freundliche Mitarbeiter.

Cons:

Das Frühstücksbuffet bietet im Vergleich zum Vorjahr weniger Auswahl: keine Brötchen, nur Croissants und Toast, kein Obstkorb mehr.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • gb
10
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Gerhard • couple • at
10
Beste Lage!
Pros:

Sehr gute Lage, nahe zum Zentrum und sehr ruhig. Spaziergang zum Arthur's Seat in 10 min sehr empfehlenswert. Frühstück und Abendessen sehr gut! Sehr freundliche Mitarbeiter. Wir sind schon zum 3. Mal in Edinburgh, immer im The Scolar.

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Eva • couple • de
9
Ein gutes Hotel, sehr zu empfehlen
Pros:

Ein sehr gutes Frühstück und sehr nettes Personal. In dem Bereich war alles perfekt

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Tomáš • family_with_children • cz
10
Great hotel
Pros:

Great location, clean rooms and hotel at all, very nice staff

Cons:

Breakfast could be more diverse

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

We were very impressed with much about this hotel. It is set in a lovely green campus and decorated in a subtle, tasteful style. The room was very clean and comfortable-the beds were terrific! The continental breakfast was nicely laid out and there were also many hot options available from the menu. The quality of the staff really shown. The breakfast staff were cheerful and worked hard to make sure we had a nice start to our day. Our check out was made even better by Natalia's help with our large luggage and taxi. Great stay! 

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Valérie • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

L'accueil, personnel tres sympathique et pro
Le.confort
La.propreté
La taille de la chambre et de la sdb
Le pdj incroyable
Le parc
La situation, le calme

Cons:

Ras

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Shah • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Yinka • family_with_children • au
10
Very comfortable room and great breakfast.
Pros:

The room was comfortable and had everything we needed for our short stay. We absolutely loved the toiletries provided in the bathroom. My daughter also really enjoyed the breakfast. Overall, we had a very pleasant stay.

Cons:

nothing - everything was great!

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Diane • couple • gb
8
we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would go again.
Pros:

food was good. Overall satisfied. Granola great. Hot menu good.

Cons:

breakfast time was very busy. There didn't seem to be a system for collecting and delivering orders. had to ask when things didn't turn up. We would have liked a better fruit choice than water melon. Soon ran out of cold buffet items.

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Eric • family_with_children • be
9
Goede locatie voor kort bezoek aan Edinburgh
Pros:

Zeer ruime kamer.
Uitstekend ontbijt.

Cons:

Inchecken en bagage drop-off was wat moeilijk.

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Location good and room decent quality, if small and a ridiculous lack of room at the end of the bed to the wall

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Liang • couple • cn
9
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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KARIM • couple • fr
8
Note de l’hôtel sur booking un peu surévaluée
Pros:

Chambre spacieuse

Cons:

Robinetterie de la douche vieillissante. Douche bouchée. Intervention rapide de l’hôtel pour déboucher la douche.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Lee • extended_group • gb
10
Very comfortable with everything you need
Pros:

Loved it , really like it was in the campus and very friendly

Cons:

All good

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee