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The Scholar

The Scholar

Edinburgh Scotland
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM
Bring your furry friend to a home away from home at The Scholar, where every tail wag is welcomed with open arms, within a 5-minute drive of Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. This eco-certified hotel is 5 minutes drive to Princes Street and 5 minutes drive to Edinburgh Castle.

Enjoy hassle-free stays with room service, mini-refrigerator, in-room coffee & tea facilities, complimentary high-speed WiFi, a private bathroom with premium toiletries, daily housekeeping and a flat-screen TV, thoughtful room features designed to suit every guest. Conveniences include a phone, a desk, an iron and ironing board and an in-room safe.

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Property Details

Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access.

  • Nature reserve
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Food and water bowls
  • Luggage storage
  • Parking (limited spaces)
  • Conference center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Electric car charging station
  • Free wired internet
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Smoke-free property
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Free self parking
  • Elevator
  • Bicycle rentals on site

Check-in

Check-in is from 3:00 PM until midnight. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

  • 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, debit cards, and cash
  • 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

Other details

Grab a bite to eat at the The Brasserie, a restaurant where you can take in the garden view, or stay in and take advantage of room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Royal Commonwealth Pool - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Holyrood Park - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
National Library of Scotland - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Queen's Hall - 1 km / 0.6 mi
The Meadows - 1 km / 0.6 mi
University of Edinburgh - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Arthur's Seat - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
George Square - 1.5 km / 1 mi
Festival Theatre - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Potterrow Student Centre - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Edinburgh Vaults - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
MacEwan Hall - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Dynamic Earth - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Royal Mile - 2 km / 1.2 mi
John Knox House - 2 km / 1.2 mi
The nearest major airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 23.5 km / 14.6 mi

  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Hotel policies

General

  • Professional property host/manager
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Green Tourism Program
  • Cashless transactions are available

Pets

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Pets allowed

Other charges

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 16.00 for adults and GBP 16.00 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.

Location

18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, Scotland EH16 5AY, United Kingdom
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Free WiFi
Free self parking
Number of restaurants - 1
Number of bars/lounges - 1