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About the Hotel

18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

The Scholar, a 4-star EDI hotel, offers luxurious accommodations set in the beautiful grounds of the Pollock Estate, just a short walk from Arthur's Seat and Holyrood Park. Guests can enjoy complimentary WiFi, on-site parking with electric vehicle charging, and a variety of dining options.

Rooms & Amenities

The Scholar features luxurious bedrooms equipped with king-size Elite mattresses, a large screen TV, and an OPAL capsule coffee machine. En-suite bathrooms include rainfall showers and complimentary Laura Thomas toiletries, making each stay comfortable and convenient.

Dining Options

The Brasserie offers a menu centered on locally sourced Scottish produce, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can also unwind in the bar, which features expertly crafted cocktails and local beverages.

Leisure & Activities

Guests have complimentary access to the Pleasance Sports Complex, which offers state-of-the-art fitness facilities. The Scholar's location allows easy exploration of local attractions, including Holyrood Park and the Scottish National Gallery.

Services & Local Area

The Scholar offers a 24-hour reception to assist with any needs, alongside limited free parking for convenience. The local Southside neighborhood features an array of dining, shopping, and entertainment options just a short walk away.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Family Room

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4 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Deluxe Twin Room

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2 persons

25 m²

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2 Single beds

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Deluxe Double Room

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2 persons

25 m²

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1 Double bed

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Edinburgh 1.7 km

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 15.4 km

Dundee (DND) 98.3 km

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 1.9 km

Bus

Bus stop800 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Map view

18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

2.1 km

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

1.2 km

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

1.7 km

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

2.0 km

Landmark

Royal Mile

2.3 km

Landmark

The Real Mary King's Close

2.0 km

Park

Princes Street Gardens

2.3 km

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

2.4 km

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

2.4 km

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

2.1 km

Park

Holyrood Park

1.7 km

Landmark

Calton Hill

2.1 km

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

1.9 km

Museum

Dynamic Earth

1.8 km

Landmark

Surgeons' Hall Museums

1.5 km

Museum

Museum of Childhood

1.8 km

Monument

Scott Monument

2.4 km

Landmark

Princes Street

2.8 km

Cemetery

The Robertson Mausoleum

1.9 km

Public Building

The Scottish Parliament

1.9 km

Museum

John Knox House

1.8 km

Landmark

Nelson Monument

2.5 km

Art object

Greyfriars Bobby's Grave

1.9 km

Castle

Craigmillar Castle

2.5 km

Museum

The Writers' Museum

2.3 km

Church

Mercat Cross

1.4 km

Museum

Museum of Edinburgh

1.7 km

Landmark

The Scotch Whisky Experience

2.4 km

Museum

Gladstone's Land

2.2 km

University

University of Edinburgh

2.4 km

Nearby

Holyrood Park Education Centre 1 Queen's Drive Holyrood Park

St Anthony's Chapel

250 m

Restaurants

The Salisbury Arms

370 m

58 Dalkeith Road

Salisbury Green Bistro

170 m

St. Leonards Hall 18 Holyrood Park Road Salisbury Green Hotel

Voujon

700 m

107 Newington Road

Savannah Wine Bar & Bistro

630 m

43-45 Salisbury Road Side entrance of the Hotel

Verdo BBQ Restaurant

740 m

21 Newington Road

Apiary Restaurant

760 m

33 Newington Road

Ristorante Isola

730 m

85-87 Newington Road

Southpour

690 m

1-5 Newington Road Newington

Blonde Restaurant

780 m

71-75 St. Leonard's St

Kismot

850 m

29 St. Leonards Street

Annakut Restaurant

720 m

13 Newington Road

Macau Kitchen

730 m

93 St. Leonards Street

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