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About the Hotel

18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

The 4-star The Scholar Hotel Edinburgh is a great place to stay in the Newington district, 25 minutes' stroll from Princes Street Gardens. Highlights at this smoke-free hotel include an à la carte restaurant, a lounge bar and Wi-Fi in all rooms.

Location

The historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" is the hotel and the award winning Surgeons' Hall Museums is within close proximity of it. The eco-friendly property overlooks Holyrood Park and is 0.2 miles from Royal Commonwealth Pool.

This Edinburgh hotel offers a beautiful location next to meadows. The nearby cultural attractions include Dynamic Earth Museum, which is a 20-minute walk from The Scholar Hotel.

Guests will find Abbeymount bus stop next to the accommodation, 600 feet away.

Rooms

This newly-refurbished hotel welcomes guests to 84 rooms complete with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as comforts like ironing facilities. Bathrooms are appointed with a separate toilet and a shower along with hair dryers and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

For fans of Scottish cuisine, the onsite at The Scholar restaurant is an excellent choice.

Leisure & Business

This hotel also includes the gym, a shared lounge and a garden terrace.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Room

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2 persons

270 sq. feet

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2 Single beds

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Deluxe Single Room

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1 person

110 sq. feet

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1 Single bed

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Deluxe King Room

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2 persons

270 sq. feet

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Getting around

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City Center

Edinburgh 1.1 mi

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 9.6 mi

Dundee (DND) 61.1 mi

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 1.2 mi

Bus

Bus stop2700 ft

What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Really good Breakfast

The breakfast spread was truly impressive, featuring a wide selection of fresh fruits, pastries, and hot dishes including haggis and black pudding. I loved having so many delicious choices that set me up for the day ahead.

Jessica Thompson. United Kingdom, 2024-05-14Read full review on

Ample Parking Space

I appreciated the generous parking options available. It was easy to find a spot, and having free parking made my stay significantly more convenient, especially during a busy weekend.

MarkD123. Australia, 2024-09-23Read full review on

Cozy Room Decor

My room was beautifully decorated, offering a warm and inviting atmosphere. The furnishings made it feel like a home away from home, which really enhanced my overall experience.

Samantha Lee. Canada, 2024-11-05Read full review on

Great Shower Pressure

I was delighted with the shower's water pressure - it provided a refreshing experience every morning. The modern shower products added a nice touch, making my bathing time feel luxurious.

Timothy Jacobs. United States, 2024-02-17Read full review on

What’s included

General

No smoking on site
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Cribs

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Map view

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18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Museums

Edinburgh Castle

1.3 mi

Queen's Drive Holyrood Park

Arthur's Seat

4100 ft

Museums

National Museum of Scotland

1.1 mi

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

1.3 mi

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

1.3 mi

Royal Mile

1.4 mi

High Street 2 Warriston's Close

The Real Mary King's Close

1.3 mi

Parks

Princes Street Gardens

1.4 mi

St. Andrews House 2 Regent Road

Calton Hill

1.3 mi

Parks

Holyrood Park

1.1 mi

Museums

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

1.5 mi

Nicolson Street

Surgeons' Hall Museums

4800 ft

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

1.2 mi

Museums

Dynamic Earth

1.1 mi

Monuments and Landmarks

Scott Monument

1.3 mi

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

1.3 mi

32 Calton Hill

Nelson Monument

1.6 mi

Public Building

The Scottish Parliament

1.1 mi

Museums

The Writers' Museum

1.4 mi

Museums

Museum of Childhood

1.1 mi

Castle

Craigmillar Castle

1.5 mi

Museums

Gladstone's Land

1.4 mi

Melville Dr

The Meadows

1.0 mi

Gallery

Dovecot Studios

4500 ft

Museums

John Knox House

1.1 mi

Church

Mercat Cross

5000 ft

Museums

Museum of Edinburgh

1.0 mi

2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)

Brass Rubbing Centre

1.2 mi

University

University of Edinburgh

1.5 mi

Nearby

Holyrood Park Education Centre 1 Queen's Drive Holyrood Park

St Anthony's Chapel

900 ft

Restaurants

Salisbury Green Bistro

600 ft

St. Leonards Hall 18 Holyrood Park Road Salisbury Green Hotel

The Salisbury Arms

1300 ft

58 Dalkeith Road

Sofia's

2100 ft

43-45 Salisbury Road

Savannah Wine Bar & Bistro

2100 ft

43-45 Salisbury Road Side entrance of the Hotel

Ristorante Isola

2400 ft

85-87 Newington Road

Apiary Restaurant

2500 ft

33 Newington Road

Verdo BBQ Restaurant

2500 ft

21 Newington Road

The Stables

2300 ft

Priestfield Road

Thaisanuk

2300 ft

142-144 Dalkeith Road

Southpour

2300 ft

1-5 Newington Road Newington

Korean BBQ

2600 ft

6-8 Salisbury Place

Annakut Restaurant

2400 ft

13 Newington Road

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