The Scholar
4-star Hotel with Restaurant
18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, EH16 5AY
+44 131 651 2007based on 3,223 reviews
per night
About The Scholar, Edinburgh
The Scholar photos
Rooms
Hotel Amenities & Facilities
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Room service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Coffee machine
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
- Free toiletries
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet
- Linens
- Towels
- Free toiletries
- Shampoo
- Smoke alarms
- Heating
- Body soap
- Dustbins
- Conditioner
Services and conveniences
- ATM on-site
- Wake-up service
- Safety deposit box
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Room service
- Key card access
- 24-hour front desk
Bathroom
- Shower
- Hairdryer
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Private bathroom
Dining
- Electric kettle
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Coffee machine
General
- Family rooms
- Telephone
- Carpeted
- Storage available
Parking and transportation
- EV charging station
- Free parking
- Private parking
Accessibility and suitability
- Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Lift
- No smoking
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Laundry service
- Iron and ironing board
Media and entertainment
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Workspace
- Laptop safe
- Desk
Things to do
- Bicycle hire
- Golf
Health and safety
- Daily housekeeping
- Safe
Outdoor
- Garden
Bedroom
- Sofa bed
Family friendly
- Cribs available
Reviews
Pros +
- Location to the halls of Residence. (in 7 reviews)
- Stayed in the old building which was very quiet. (in 3 reviews)
- Quiet and yet ideal for the Golden Mile (in 9 reviews)
Cons -
- We stayed in the Mansion House (old building). (in 5 reviews)
- Old building in a quiet area over looking gardens. (in 3 reviews)
- No car parking (in 5 reviews)
The Scholar room booking info
Check in/Check out
Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00
Cancellation/pre-payment
Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.
Frequently asked questions
How does The Scholar compare to other 4-star hotels in Edinburgh?
On average, The Scholar is less than the Edinburgh average rate for 4-star hotels. The nightly rate at The Scholar is typically £143, whereas the nightly rate in Edinburgh is £156 more.
How far is The Scholar from Edinburgh Turnhouse?
If there is no traffic, the 7.8 mi drive between Edinburgh Turnhouse and The Scholar should only take about 23min. If your hotel is in a more metropolitan area, you may see the driving time increase due to traffic.
What is the best way to get to The Scholar from Edinburgh Turnhouse?
The Scholar has parking available on site for customers of the hotel. With that in mind, the most efficient way not only to get from Edinburgh Turnhouse to the hotel, but also to get around Edinburgh during your stay may be to hire a car. Car hire in The Scholar are on average £17/day. Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to The Scholar. The nearest airport to the hotel is Edinburgh Turnhouse.
Is The Scholar pet-friendly?
Feel free to bring your dog with you while staying at The Scholar.
Are there food options at The Scholar?
Yes, The Scholar does have a restaurant where you can sit down to eat or order something to take away. There are also many other quality food options in Edinburgh for those looking for something different. If you are staying at The Scholar, you are more than welcome to order food through the hotel’s room service menu.
Does The Scholar have a pool?
Judging by our data, The Scholar does not have a pool on site, but hotels regularly make additions and changes to their venues and do not always notify us. It would be best to call The Scholar at +44 131 651 2007.
How close is The Scholar to Edinburgh city centre?
The Scholar is just 1.3 mi away from Edinburgh city centre. The closest landmark to the centre of Edinburgh is Waterloo Place, which is very accessible to The Scholar guests.
What is the phone number for The Scholar?
For assistance from an employee at The Scholar please call +44 131 651 2007.
Does The Scholar have Wi-Fi available?
Yes, The Scholar has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.
What time is check-out for The Scholar?
11:00 is the check-out time at The Scholar. Late check-out may be available at the hotel's discretion.
Is there laundry service in The Scholar?
Yes, laundry services are accessible for guests staying at The Scholar, Edinburgh. Irons and ironing boards are included as featured amenities.
What is the distance from The Scholar, Edinburgh to Greyfriars Kirk?
Make sure to visit Greyfriars Kirk during your stay at The Scholar, Edinburgh. It’s only 1.0 mi away!
Is Queen's Hall, Edinburgh close to The Scholar?
You can easily walk just 0.4 mi from The Scholar in Edinburgh to get to Queen's Hall.
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The Scholar location: 18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, EH16 5AY