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The Scott

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Royal Mile

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Lounge
Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Near Royal Mile, The Scott offers a serene escape with a garden, bar, and restaurant. Connect to in-room WiFi and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the nearby nature reserve. Previous guests have praised the delicious breakfast options and attentive staff.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

Main amenities (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathtub or shower
$247 nightly
The total price is $296
May 13 - May 14
Total includes taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

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18 Holyrood Park Rd, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AY

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Royal Mile - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Grassmarket - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Princes Street - 5 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 42 min drive
  • Newcraighall Station - 11 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 27 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 27 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Abbey - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Southpour - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Old Bell Inn - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Salisbury Arms - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Scott

At The Scott, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. This eco-certified hotel is also within a short drive of Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 36 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • The onsite bar is not staffed. Guests may purchase drinks and refreshments at the self-service bar from noon to 1 AM. Payment details are available at the front desk.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Dining

Velvet Lounge - Onsite bar.
Bonnar's at The Scott - Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open select days.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 18.00 for adults and GBP 18.00 for children

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30.00 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

The Scott Hotel
The Scott Edinburgh
The Scott Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does The Scott offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Scott does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Scott?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 30.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Scott?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Scott?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Scott and nearby?

The Scott has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Scott?

Yes, Velvet Lounge offers garden views.

What's the area around The Scott like?

The Scott is a short 14-minute walk from University of Edinburgh and 6 minutes' walk from Holyrood Park. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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The Scott Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Bathroom
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Shower
Elevator

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently excellent with a great selection and quality. (47 reviews)
  • The dining experience was excellent with beautifully presented and tasty meals, and the staff were very friendly and attentive. (8 reviews)
  • Parking was conveniently located and free, with easy access to the surrounding area. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Lucky to have stayed here!

We are so pleased to have stayed in this beautiful building! The stay was perfect, and quiet, away from the hustle and bustle. It was so convenient to take the bus anywhere we needed to go. Excellent location and the view of Arthur’s Seat was beautiful.
Cynthia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Scott, Edinburgh

Fantastic service, booking was for sister-in-law and partner, partner on a break from cancer treatment, hotel upgraded room and left prosecco and chocolates, fantastic touch, will definitely be using the hotel again
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stay at the Scott

The Scott Hotel is wonderful. The staff is friendly and helpful. The lounges are peaceful and a great way to begin or end a night out in Edinburgh. The showers are great, the beds are comfy and the rooms are clean.
michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful location within the University of Edinburgh ground.
Marenza, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel, lovely staff. Great breakfast. Overall, a wonderful place to stay.
Phil, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Felt Like a Princess

This was the MOST incredible hotel experience. The rooms were beyond gorgeous, the food (particularly the breakfast and bar service, shoutout to David), and the overall staff service was to die for. I literally felt like a princess our entire stay, and wished we could have stayed longer.
Ashton, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful!

Extremely helpful, friendly people all around and such a charming place!
Denise, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Stay and hotel were really good with only one flaw- soundproofing of the room wasn’t great, I was woke up several times in the night by barking dog from one of the adjacent rooms.
Wiktor, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great time here, highly recommended
XINFANG, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would definitely stay again
Kira, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay.
Thomas, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely property, friendly, helpful staff. We recommend The Scott to anyone visiting Edinburgh.
Charlotte, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The best place ever!

If I could give this place ten stars, I would. Welcome sherry or whiskey upon arrival was a nice surprise. The place was elegant but homey; I never felt like I had to dress up for anything. Our waiter Ryan was great. Turndown service was another nice surprise. Every room is different, and the heated floors were really special!
Deborah, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Just a beautiful little boutique hotel with a fantastic staff! Thank you for a lovely short stay.
Shruti, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Scottish Heaven

Authentic, clean and extreme friendly service
Lars, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel in an amazing setting with delicious breakfast
clara, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff. Clean rooms
scott, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Professional and Friendly staff.
Ann, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

I liked the room and the cosyness of the hotel. The breakfast was great and the room wonderful.
Cordula, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location with beautiful rooms. Very helpful and considerate staff.
Matthew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The building, staff, location and style were all excellent.
Mary, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel for long and short stays, has the best beds I’ve ever had in an hotel.
Steven, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic!

Fantastic stay. Very welcoming reception. Beautiful room and public areas. Great service. Hightly recommended
K, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel looks stunning, bus stop outside that takes you in the city centre in 10 minutes. Lovely setting plenty of alternative car parks in the ground, might be awkward parking when the University is open. Right by Arthurs Seat which is a must to do for fantastic views over the city.
Brian, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff. Clean and well maintained. Best part is comfy bed and good food.
Luna Mesa, 7-night trip