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The Scott

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Royal Mile

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Lounge
Signature Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Daily full breakfast (GBP 18.00 per person)
Garden
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
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.
VIP Access

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (7)

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

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Premium bedding
$278 nightly
The total price is $333
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Luxury Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room Single Use

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 264 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Signature Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 264 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Air conditioning
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$252 nightly
The price is $302
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total includes taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
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
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Southpour - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Newington Cafe & Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Isola - ‬6 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
DONE

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.
DONE

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
DONE

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
DONE

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
  • 24-hour room service

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
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • 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, and a first aid kit 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

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Location
Building
Bathroom
Universities
Bed
Elevator
Bar

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as outstanding, delightful, and amazing by multiple guests. (60 reviews)
  • Free parking was a convenient and appreciated bonus for guests. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Good

nice hotel
Doug, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Amazing stay!
Hannah, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Breakfast was amazing, a lovely stay with helpful, gracious staff.
Dale, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Hotel and stay was lovely just mind the stairs
donna, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We really had a good days at Scott, full regards to general staff.
Omar Josue, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely hotel. Very near Holyrood park and close to buses to be able to explore Edinburgh. The breakfast was amazing and such high standards of service
Laura, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A special and very personalised stay from the moment you check in. It feels more like you are staying at Bonnar’s home than a hotel. Easy walking to the city.
Bonnars Restaurant celing
Breakfast
Roy, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This is a beautiful, well appointed hotel in the grounds of the university of Edinburgh. It is quiet and the staff are pleasant and extremely helpful. I recommend this hotel wholeheartedly.
Adrienne, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Brilliant staff - the lady on reception was outstanding, the room beautifully presented and and a fantastic bathroom and high quality bed. It was sincere and lovely representing Edinburgh perfectly
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Overall loved the property and staff was very accommodating
Ryanne, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Greay stay. Breakfast was outstanding.
Neema, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We enjoyed our stay. It was a quiet area with a bus stop close by to get to historic part of Edinburgh! We enjoyed the breakfast also! Staff was lovely and helpful
Deanna, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely amazing property. Amazing staff and rooms
Shelly-Lynn, 2-night trip

2/10 Terrible

The room is small. Especially the bathroom.
JIE, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent! Highly recommended! Staff, room, breakfast, dinner just lovely!
Pamela, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Amazing heritage building, great breakfast.
Krishnachaitanya, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Overall ok, clean room, ok location
Imam, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Within the grounds of Pollock Halls, the hotel is beautiful and serene.
Yee Ling, 7-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The Scott hotel was so charming. Updated well, but still jas plenty of charming architecture. No elevator, so be prepared to walk up a couple of stairs, but it was so cute. The breakfast was absolutely lovely. Staff was very friendly. A little ways off of the royal mile, but well worth it for the quiet charm. Easily walkable. There are also busses nearby if you don't want to walk.
Brian Edward, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely wonderful hotel. The food was great, staff were extremely nice and helpful.
brayden, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great staff! We loved the updated room features. Breakfast wasn’t as good as 2 years ago.
Cassie, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

So much charm and character, all delivered with impeccable quality. The breakfast is particularly outstanding!
Tod, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Love this hotel. Would stay here every time I go to Edinburgh.
Stacey, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The staff were all very pleasant, positive, and professional.
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent hotel to base yourself from. Friendly staff good location and a fantastic breakfast
Craig, 2-night trip