The Scholar Hotel

18 Holyrood Park Road, Newington, Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Foot of Arthur's Seat
9.0/10 · 2864 reviews

Located nearly 25 minutes' walk from the landscaped Princes Street Gardens, the 4-star newly renovated The Scholar Hotel Edinburgh offers amenities such as a shared lounge and a golf course. This Edinburgh hotel offers an à la carte restaurant and features beautiful location with a such place of power and worship as The Parish Church of St Cuthbert 2.4 km away.

Location

John Knox House is about a 20-minute walk away, and the Greyfriars Bobby's Grave is approximately 30 minutes on foot from the hotel. The Scholar Edinburgh is also merely 1.7 km from such natural sights as the royal Holyrood Park. Guests can visit meadows situated at the foot of the accommodation. This Edinburgh hotel is just near St Anthony's Chapel. The property is within 20 minutes' walk of Edinburgh Waverley rail station.

Rooms

The bathrooms are equipped with a separate toilet and a shower, along with hair dryers and bath sheets.

Food & Drinks

The Scholar Hotel offers a quality breakfast. This hotel residents can enjoy themselves in Abacus at The Scholar restaurant which serves Scottish dishes. Guests can relax in the on-site lounge bar.

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

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  • 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

  • Free parking
  • Off-site car park

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.

When are you staying?

From USD 347 per night
Check-in 19 Jul 2026
Check-out 20 Jul 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
All rates verified
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18 Holyrood Park Road, Newington, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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    When are you staying?
    From USD 347 per night
    Check-in 19 Jul 2026
    Check-out 20 Jul 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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    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.