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The Scott

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Royal Mile

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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

  • Bar
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • 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
The current price is 7.645.175 ₫
9.174.210 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec

Why we love this property

Scenic garden dining
Experience garden-view dining at the restaurant of this hotel. A welcoming bar adds to the ambiance. Full breakfast gets each day off to a delicious start.
Premium comfort awaits
Guests slip into cosy dressing gowns after enjoying a rainfall shower. The premium bedding offers the perfect end to a refreshing day.

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room Single Use

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Royal Commonwealth Pool - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Holyrood Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Meadows - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Queen's Hall - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 12 min walk - 1.1 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
  • ‪Bar @ JMCC - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Southpour - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Salisbury Arms - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Scott

The Scott puts you 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. Also, Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket are within a short drive. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • 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
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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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Reviews

The Scott Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as amazing, outstanding, and delicious by multiple guests. (69 reviews)
  • The property's dining options were highly praised for their delicious food, beautifully presented meals, and excellent service. (9 reviews)
  • Free parking was a convenient and appreciated bonus for guests. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Had a good time.
Majka, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel with excellent staff!
Marilyn K, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding property, beautiful public rooms and very comfortable bedrooms. Bar and restaurant ambience created an intimate evening experience for four, food was great and the mixed a perfect Martini! Staff all incredibly friendly, service with a smile from start to finish. Perfect base for a weekend in Edinburgh. Loved it.
andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property, beautiful rooms and the breakfast was amazing
Caroline, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Excellent staff Beautiful hotel Gym would be good Expensive
Clare, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful hotel and location was great
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay!
Hannah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic french toast!
Kristina, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would definitely stay again. Loved my stay. Everyone was wonderful.
Violet, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

nice hotel
Doug, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely and well located hotel for Pollock Halls

Lovely hotel on University of Edinburgh - Pollock Halls campus - so was great for our trip to drop our son off for his first year and stay over. Polite and friendly staff, beautiful hotel, comfy room and delicious breakfast.
Nicola, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

The building was gorgeous, very clean, food was excellent and the staff very friendly and helpful. I would stay at the Scott again!
larry, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful historic castle-like accommodations with stellar service in nice location on University of Edinburgh campus
Lisa A, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel! Like staying in a castle and short Uber or Taxi drive to Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle. Very nice inside and really added to the experience of Scotland.
STEPHEN, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was lovely with a king size (American size) bed. Reception staff were helpful and offered suggestions for transportation and places to visit. I would stay here again and recommend it to family and friends.
Jenny, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff excellent breakfast very nicely situated and overall the very charming building. We had a wonderful experience while we were there would totally recommended. Thank you!
Mary Angelyn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect couples getaway
Jacob Karkov, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous Hotel

We came to stay for 2 nights and it was an amazing experience from start to finish. Reception staff were very welcoming and the room was so comfortable. We would highly recommend this hotel, there are nice views of the nearby mountain and although it is situated on the outside of the University campus, it is full of gardens and a very nice atmosphere.
Nicola, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was included and was fabulous. The service was top notch. The dinner options were less appealing, but we went next door to their sister property and had a good dinner.
Jennifer Nicole, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

6/10 Good

The hotel was nice. The hotel definitely doesn’t seem like it’s pictures. There seemed to be no ice, hauling luggage up the spiral staircase was not great. They don’t offer for someone to help with luggage or room service. Most of the time, we felt not welcomed. The breakfast was decent. The bar had a small selection whiskeys, that were okay, but would have been nice for a larger array. Overall, it has old charm and the breakfast was good.
Shayna, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel Scott a great place to relax

Beautiful hotel next to university campus. Quiet and great breakfast and room. Price very nice and a little way out of city. This is a bonus if you went to relax away from the busy Edinburgh .
Cherie, 2-night trip