The Scholar

18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom (1.6 km from centre)

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1.6 km from centre

The Scholar Hotel, situated within the picturesque Pollock Estate, offers luxurious accommodations just minutes away from iconic landmarks like Arthurs Seat, Holyrood Park, and the Meadows. The nearby Southside neighborhood is filled with unique restaurants, bars, and shops. Each room boasts a plush bed, Elite mattress, and premium linens for an unforgettable night's sleep. Amenities include a flat-screen TV, Novus tea and coffee, and ample workspace. Spacious bathrooms feature rainfall showers, Arran Aromatics toiletries, and plush towels. Our contemporary restaurant, bar, and garden dining area serve exceptional breakfast, lunch, and dinner using locally sourced Scottish ingredients. Enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and complimentary parking with electric car charging points available. We welcome dogs as part of your family and kindly request advance notice for any furry friends joining you. A small fee applies. Our staff are dedicated to ensuring a comfortable stay for all travelers.

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Room description Deluxe Double Room Room info This room has a king size double bed with Elite mattresses, TV with Freeview, complimentary WiFi, tea and coffee making facilities, safety deposit box, iron, hairdryer, bathroom with showers, free toiletries and wake-up service. Children and extra beds Children: no more than 1	Deluxe Double Room	Show prices
Room description Deluxe Twin Room Room info This room with Elite mattress, TV with Freeview, complimentary WiFi, tea and coffee making facilities, safety deposit box, iron, hairdryer, bathroom with showers, free toiletries and wake-up service. Children and extra beds Children: no more than 1	Deluxe Twin Room	Show prices
Room description Deluxe Single Room Room info This room has a single bed with Elite mattresses, TV with Freeview, complimentary WiFi, tea and coffee making facilities, safety deposit box, iron, hairdryer, bathroom with showers, free toiletries and wake-up service.	Deluxe Single Room	Show prices
Room description Family Room Room info This room has a King size double bed with Elite mattresses and sofa bed, TV with Freeview, complimentary WiFi, tea and coffee making facilities, safety deposit box, iron, hairdryer, bathroom with showers, free toiletries and wake-up service. Children and extra beds Children: no more than 1	Family Room	Show prices

Area Info - The Scholar

Closest airports

Glasgow Airport 88 km
Edinburgh Airport 10 km
Dundee Airport 98 km

Beaches in the Neighborhood

Portobello Beach 5 km

What's nearby

Waverley Sports Club 1.9 km
Peffermill Playing Fields (University of Edinburgh) 1.8 km
Morgan Playing Fields 1.8 km
The Meadows 1.7 km
National Museum of Scotland 1.8 km
Museum of Childhood 1.7 km
The Real Mary King's Close 2 km
Gladstones Land 2.2 km

Top attractions

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions 2.3 km
Edinburgh Castle 2.9 km
Palace of Holyrood House 2.1 km
Scottish National Gallery 2.4 km
Craigmillar Castle 3.2 km
Holyrood Park 1.2 km
Edinburgh Zoo 6 km
Forth Bridge 16 km
Charlotte Square 3.3 km
City Art Centre 2 km
Dalhousie Castle 12 km

Natural Beauty

Dunsapie Loch 2 km
Arthurs Seat 800 m

Public transport

Edinburgh Waverley station 2.1 km
Haymarket 3.6 km

Ski lifts

Midlothian Lift 2 8 km
Midlothian Lift 1 8 km
Midlothian Chair Lift 8 km

Restaurants & cafes

Cafe de Valencia 650 m
Jeanie Deans Edinburgh 650 m
Maltings 700 m
The Sandwich Shop 350 m
The New Garden Grove 350 m
Bits Bake Shop 350 m

Facilities - The Scholar

General	Pets allowed, Private parking, Parking, On-site parking, Free parking
Activities	Golf course (within 3 km)
Services	Internet services, Free WiFi, WiFi
Food & Drink	Restaurant, Room service, Bar
Transport	Electric vehicle charging station, Street parking
Reception services	Luggage storage, Safety deposit box, 24-hour front desk
Common areas	Garden
Cleaning services	Daily housekeeping
Miscellaneous	Pet bowls, 24-hour security, Pet basket, Key card access, Smoke alarms, Non-smoking throughout, Heating, Lift, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms

House Rules - The Scholar

Check-in	15:00
Check-out	11:00
Internet	WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking	Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
Pets	Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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.
Cards accepted at this property

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^*The Fine Print

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. 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 non-refundable 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.