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The Scholar

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Luxury
4.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Serene escape near Edinburgh's heart

Beautiful grounds with a wild fox sighting create a serene escape near Edinburgh's vibrant city center. Enjoy spacious, clean rooms, a convenient restaurant, and excellent breakfast options.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is SAR 728
SAR 917 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a mirror, and a lamp.

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a mirror, and a lamp.

Deluxe Double Room Single Use, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Single Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a door.

Deluxe Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a mirror.

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Southside, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, The Scholar is near the airport. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Princes Street Gardens and Portobello Beach. Check out an event or a game at Edinburgh International Conference Centre, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AY

What's nearby

  • A hiking trail with people walking, surrounded by autumn-colored bushes and a cityscape in the background.
    Holyrood Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A historic building with a central dome and symmetrical wings.
    University of Edinburgh
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • John McIntyre Conference Centre
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Royal Commonwealth Pool
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Queen's Hall
    12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop
    6 min drive
  • Newcraighall Station
    11 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Matto Pizza
    8 min walk
  • The Abbey
    8 min walk
  • The Salisbury Arms
    3 min walk
  • Verdo
    8 min walk
  • Cask & Barrel Southside
    8 min walk

About this property

The Scholar

  • Upscale hotel near University of Edinburgh
  • Close to Royal Mile, The Scholar provides a bar, a conference center, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and an electric car charging station
    • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 72 rooms have comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak well of the comfortable rooms at the property.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • LCD TVs with digital channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-Certified Property
  • This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 18 for adults and GBP 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Abacus
  • The Living Room

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1994
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18.00 for adults and GBP 18.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 30.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Scholar pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 30.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Scholar?

As of 8 Rajab 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scholar on 30 Rajab 2026 start from SAR 728, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Scholar?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Scholar?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Scholar located?

Located in Southside, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of John McIntyre Conference Centre and University of Edinburgh. Royal Mile and Princes Street are also within 2 mi (3 km). Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is 28 minutes by foot and Edinburgh Waverley Station is 29 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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