The Scholar Hotel

18 Holyrood Park Road, Newington, Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Foot of Arthur's Seat
9.0/10 · 2949 reviews

The 4-star newly-refreshed The Scholar Hotel Edinburgh is located merely 1.9 km from the Greyfriars Bobby's Grave, offering 84 rooms along with a shared lounge and a golf course.

Location

This Edinburgh hotel benefits from a beautiful setting right near St Anthony's Chapel. The Canongate Church in Edinburgh is 19 minutes' stroll from the hotel. You can admire meadows, situated within walking distance of the accommodation. The Scholar Edinburgh also provides access to shopping attractions like the Grassmarket, which are 2.3 km away. Abbeymount bus stop is within easy reach of this Edinburgh hotel.

Rooms

The rooms at the property include an iron with ironing board, as well as media facilities like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A separate toilet and a shower, along with a hair dryer and complimentary toiletries, are provided.

Food & Drinks

The Scholar Hotel serves a quality daily breakfast. Guests can enjoy a meal at à la carte at The Scholar restaurant or a drink at the lounge bar. There is a restaurant serving Scottish dishes on site.

Why choose The Scholar Hotel Edinburgh

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  • Complimentary electric car charging

  • Locally sourced Scottish dining

  • Luxury bedrooms with Elite mattresses

  • Garden terrace with views

Main amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • 24-hour services

  • Sports activities

  • On-site Dining

  • Child-friendly

  • Pets

General
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour services
  • Sports activities
  • On-site Dining
  • Child-friendly
  • Pets
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Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking options

  • Parking

Activities

  • Golf course

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Dining options

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

In the kitchen

  • Electric kettle

For kids

  • Cots

Recreation

  • Garden area

In the rooms

  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities

In the bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Design

  • Carpeted floor

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Key card access

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 15:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
until 11:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Enter dates to see availability

From USD 82 per night
Check-in 3 Jun 2026
Check-out 4 Jun 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
All rates verified
How we verified prices Our team regularly checks prices to make sure you see the lowest available rates. We compare them with hotel prices and other providers. If discounts or promotions appear, prices on our site are updated accordingly.

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18 Holyrood Park Road, Newington, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

 -  Foot of Arthur's Seat
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    Enter dates to see availability
    From USD 82 per night
    Check-in 3 Jun 2026
    Check-out 4 Jun 2026
    Guests 2 guests

    Adults:

    2

    Children:

    0
    All rates verified
    How we verified prices Our team regularly checks prices to make sure you see the lowest available rates. We compare them with hotel prices and other providers. If discounts or promotions appear, prices on our site are updated accordingly.
    Check-in & out
    3 Jun 2026
    4 Jun 2026
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    2 guests
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    The Scholar
    Check-in:
    from 15:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    until 11:00
    • Children and extra beds
    • There are no extra beds provided in a room.