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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9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Electric vehicle charging point
Bar
24/7 front desk
Pet-friendly
Main amenities (7)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants 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
Room options
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Highlights
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - double
39 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Classic Double Room Single Use
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
20.96 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Queen Bed
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Classic Double Room
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Exceptional
16 reviews
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Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
20.96 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
13 reviews
(13 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
19 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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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 a short five-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-friendly hotel is also within a short drive of Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle. Fellow travellers 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 cots (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 on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
On-site parking is 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
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 shower heads
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
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 – On-site bar.
Bonnar's at The Scott – Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant only serves dinner. Reservations are required. Open selected days.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and 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 lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that 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 that you 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 spaces may be limited. Electric car 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. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.
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The Scott Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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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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Location
Building
Bathroom
Universities
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What guests liked
Breakfast was excellent with a nice selection and quality. (53 reviews)
Free parking was a convenient and appreciated bonus for guests. (7 reviews)
The dining experience was excellent with beautifully presented and tasty meals, and the staff were very friendly and attentive. (8 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10
Perfect couples getaway
Jacob Karkov
3-night trip
10/10
Exceptional. Super quiet location close to old city and free parking.
Very comfortable room with excellent bed.
Modern bathroom with excellent shower.
Friendly staff and excellent service.
T
3-night trip
10/10
Brillant!
Christopher
2-night trip
10/10
Amazing hotel, lovely staff. Great breakfast. Overall, a wonderful place to stay.
Phil
2-night trip
10/10
Wonderful location within the University of Edinburgh ground.
Marenza
3-night trip
10/10
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
Lovely quiet hotel away from the busy tourist spots. Comfortable room, cleans and modern. Staff are excellent, with a friendly welcome and the breakfast was great.
David
1-night trip
10/10
We had a great time here, highly recommended
XINFANG
2-night trip
10/10
Extremely helpful, friendly people all around and such a charming place!
Denise
2-night trip
10/10
Would definitely stay again
Kira
1-night trip
10/10
Wonderful stay.
Thomas
7-night trip
8/10
Lovely property, friendly, helpful staff. We recommend The Scott to anyone visiting Edinburgh.
Charlotte
2-night trip
10/10
Our stay was quite comfortable and we spent a large portion of it out and in the city, the wait staff in the bar was not the friendliest nor communicative. Slow to take our order and had no idea what a Tom Collins was? Brought a gin and tonic instead.
Jerry L
2-night trip
10/10
Just a beautiful little boutique hotel with a fantastic staff! Thank you for a lovely short stay.
Shruti
1-night trip
10/10
The staff were amazing. everyone we dealt with was friendly, polite and welcoming. no exception. the room served its purpose. a place we will surely recommend
Mohamad Ali
3-night trip
10/10
Good
Filiz
2-night trip
10/10
Authentic, clean and extreme friendly service
Lars
2-night trip
8/10
I liked the room and the cosyness of the hotel.
The breakfast was great and the room wonderful.
Cordula
2-night trip
10/10
The building, staff, location and style were all excellent.
Mary
3-night trip
10/10
Professional and Friendly staff.
Ann
2-night trip
10/10
Great location with beautiful rooms. Very helpful and considerate staff.
Matthew
1-night trip
10/10
Great hotel for long and short stays, has the best beds I’ve ever had in an hotel.
Steven
1-night trip
10/10
Excellent staff. Clean rooms
scott
3-night trip
10/10
Wonderful hotel! Super friendly staff!
Hernan
2-night trip
10/10
The motel is beautiful and the staff first rate. Wonderful stay.