The Scholar

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Deluxe Single Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

4.4

Excellent(1,008 Reviews)

Hotel in Edinburgh

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsInternet / Wifi, Parking, TV and more

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About this hotel

Eco-certified Edinburgh hotel in Southside with free parking
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a conference center are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk and a front-desk safe are onsite.
The Scholar offers 72 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and refrigerators can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Map of Edinburgh

Nearby attractions

National Museum of Scotland

0.9 mi

Stirling Castle

32.5 mi

Royal Yacht Britannia

3 mi

Camera Obscura & World of Illusions

1.2 mi

Available Rooms

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

1 Double • 140 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Twin Room, Ensuite

2 Single • 140 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Double Room Single Use, Ensuite

1 Double • 140 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Single Room

1 Single • 100 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Family Quadruple Room

1 King • 1 Sofa • 140 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

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The Scholar

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4.4

Excellent(1,008 Reviews)

Hotel in Edinburgh

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsInternet / Wifi, Parking, TV and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this hotel

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and refrigerators can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Map of Edinburgh

Nearby attractions

National Museum of Scotland

0.9 mi

Stirling Castle

32.5 mi

Royal Yacht Britannia

3 mi

Camera Obscura & World of Illusions

1.2 mi

Available Rooms

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

1 Double • 140 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Twin Room, Ensuite

2 Single • 140 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Double Room Single Use, Ensuite

1 Double • 140 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Single Room

1 Single • 100 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Family Quadruple Room

1 King • 1 Sofa • 140 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Reviews

4.4

Excellent(1,008 Reviews)

2.5

Nov 2024

Nice room, very nice & attentive staff. We had a slow shower drain that was reported and fixed right away. Breakfast was best of our trip across Scotland. Only negative was we had trouble with Uber and Bolt pickups. Everyone would pickup at "reception center" which we had trouble locating and made for several bad transit experiences. We finally found the reception center on our last day and it is a bit of a walk from the hotel desk/stairs where you typically exit daily.

2.5

Nov 2024

We were slightly disappointed with the building when we arrived however once we walked through the door we were very pleasantly surprised. The staff were extremely friendly, the decor was beautiful, our room was very spacious. We didn’t want for anything with beautiful shampoo conditioners and body wash. It was very peaceful. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will return. Thank you to all the team for making us feel very welcome

2.0

Nov 2024

Brilliant staff and great hotel. I’ve been returning here for years with my wife for our anniversary only slight hick up is that the breakfast is no longer order at the table and it’s a buffet which is only a small change but that does mean you have a more limited menu. Overall however great hotel and I will return

2.5

Nov 2024

An absolute jem of a hotel, superb staff and service, very comfortable and well furnished room. Great value for money. Will stay here again

2.5

Nov 2024

A great stay, friendly staff good location

2.0

Nov 2024

Dog friendly hotel? £30 charge for the dog package extortionate and dog not allowed in the restaurant. Arrived after a 4 hour journey at around 2.15 to be told our room isn’t ready. I know check in is 3 pm but this isn’t and never will be good enough when you’re paying £170 a night. We went for a coffee in the bar and asked to be informed when our room was ready. Not happening nobody’s going out of there way here. Room lovely and great location albeit in the campus. A real dog friendly restaurant across the road called the Salisbury well worth a visit.

2.5

Oct 2024

Overall lovely hotel with friendly attentive staff (very rare these days). Room was outrageously hot when I arrived and didn’t manage to cool it down in time for sleeping which was a problem. I also wished food service ran until later - I checked in at 9.20 and it was already finished. Having access to electric car charging a HUGE bonus!

2.5

Oct 2024

It was my first time to stay with The Scholar, and they did not disappoint. From the receptionist who welcomed me and gave the most complete information you could ever ask for on your stay to the standard of cleanliness and comfort in their rooms, it was very impressive! It would definitely be a top choice if ever I needed to go back to Edinburgh.

2.5

Oct 2024

Everything and everyone was excellent.

5.0

Sep 2024

Excellent except fotpr the restaurant. Breakfast great. dinner not enough vegetables

2.5

Sep 2024

From check-in to check out and all in between, my stay at the scholar was just so comfortable. I felt at ease in my room in the lobby in the restaurant. The staff was always courteous and helpful and friendly. Food was very good; coffee was fabulous. I’m really enjoyed the little lounge, as well as the seats outside. I will absolutely return and recommend to others.

5.0

Sep 2024

Lovely staff, convenient location, clean, good size rooms

5.0

Sep 2024

Rooms very comfortable and thoughtful provision of nice toiletries and drinks

5.0

Sep 2024

We had a pleasant stay and would stay again! The staff was very kind to us and helped us with our checkout / complimentary breakfast, in record time, in order to make our flight!

2.5

Sep 2024

Just on the outskirts of busy Edinburgh. There’s a bus right across from the hotel that takes you to the city center. However, it’s also walkable 20-30mins. Nice large room and a comfortable bed. Parking lot is small but we didn’t have an issue. Outstanding breakfast and delicious dinner options. We enjoyed walking around the property, it was nice to sit at the picnic tables and enjoy the scenery. The staff was very accommodating and knowledgeable.

2.5

Sep 2024

Staff is nice. Easy parking. The room is clean. If the room add more lights will be better.

5.0

Sep 2024

Friendly staff and twin room was spacious and clean. Breakfast was decent but a little bigger range of options would be preferred for a 4-star hotel. Didn’t eat at the restaurant as the menu was too limited. Public transport right outside was a standout feature. The centre of Edinburgh was a short 10-15 min bus ride away. Night buses also service the stop so there was no concern about staying out late. Location was perfect as it’s just far out enough to escape the noise, busyness and expensive cost staying in the city centre, but still well connected by transport. Cost was very reasonable for Edinburgh during Tattoo and Fringe season. Overall, would definitely consider staying again.

4.0

Sep 2024

The property was well maintained and the staff uniformly helpful and competent. The only problem I had with a longer stay was the food. Breakfast was well run and good. Dinner had a limited menu with not enough fresh food and roughage.

2.0

Sep 2024

Our stay for three nights at the Scholar was great! The staff was very friendly and did a very good job in making our stay most comfortable. Check-in was quick and the room ready after our an early morning train ride from London. The breakfast was kind of average, but filled our bellies nonetheless. Staff at breakfast and dinner was lovely. The cocktail menu at the bar could use a bit more variety. We'll be sure to visit again if we're coming back to Edinburgh in the future.

2.5

Aug 2024

My friend and I had a fantastic stay at The Scholar during the Fringe Festival. The room is very clean and well appointed. The breakfast and coffee excellent as well as the dinner and drinks we had after the shows. The staff is friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this B&B.

5.0

Aug 2024

Very pleasant staff

5.0

Aug 2024

Easy walking distance from the Old Town. Good parking and good breakfast. Amenities in room are great.

5.0

Aug 2024

Convenient to transit; very quiet property; very helpful staff.

5.0

Aug 2024

Definitely I recommend to stay the Scholar hotel.

2.5

Aug 2024

Wonderful stay - quality hotel. Quiet, comfortable beds and good food.

2.5

Aug 2024

Great first impressions, nice reception area and friendly staff. Clear instructions for our stay. Bar area and outside seating very nice again staff very helpful. Restaurant nice and clean plenty of space between tables, food choice good, well presented. Defiantly stay with you again.

2.5

Aug 2024

Pleasant surprise! Really nice area on the university campus. 15 minute walk from city center. Comfy rooms, friendly staff and good breakfast!

5.0

Aug 2024

If you are coming to Fringe Festival or just want to be close to the center of the city but not in the heart of the city, this is where I would stay. We were able to walk or take the bus everywhere we wanted to go.

5.0

Aug 2024

Fantastic location. We like walking and we're within 20/30 minutes of everything we wanted to see.

5.0

Aug 2024

Lovely room; clean and quiet

4.0

Aug 2024

Very nice hotel located in the heart of one of Edimbourgh's University. Close to the city center within a 15min walk! Surronded by kidsparc and ideal for a family stay! You can enjoy a citybreak in a pleaseant area! Great team and alaways available!

4.0

Aug 2024

Nice place and staff

5.0

Jul 2024

Incredibly friendly staff and with great senses of humor!

2.5

Jul 2024

Good location with easy access to public transport. Spacious room with free parking. Very clean and friendly staff.

2.5

Jul 2024

Really enjoyed my stay, couldn't really fault it tbh.

5.0

Jul 2024

Quiet and stylish Laid back vibe Well appointed room with good amenities Very friendly and helpful staff Great location Will definitely return

4.0

Jul 2024

very clean and convenient spot to visit the city

5.0

Jul 2024

The family/quad room has a tiny bathroom; when the sofa bed is open, there isn’t much space to walk around. The twin/double room bathroom is at least twice the size and the room is bigger in general. The staff were helpful and the breakfast was good.

2.5

Jul 2024

One of the best options to stay close the city (Bus stop 1min outsite) having privacy as it is on a guardet campus. Parking option in front of the hotel, still save on the campus was also a reason to chose it.

2.5

Jul 2024

The staff from the minute we arrived were excellent, booked us in straight away without fuss. Nothing was too much trouble for them. A member of staff who was having a break in the gardens recognised and offered advice on where to walk, could easy have kept their head down and said nothing, made our day.

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Edinburgh?

The average price for a rental in Edinburgh is $121 per night. This rental is $25 above the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Scholar. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Scholar pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at The Scholar?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes internet / wifi, parking, and tv.

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The Scholar

Hotel in Edinburgh

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Edinburgh

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Deluxe Twin Room, Ensuite

Deluxe Double Room Single Use, Ensuite

Deluxe Single Room

Family Quadruple Room

The Scholar

Hotel in Edinburgh

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Edinburgh

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Deluxe Twin Room, Ensuite

Deluxe Double Room Single Use, Ensuite

Deluxe Single Room

Family Quadruple Room

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Edinburgh?

Is parking included with this hotel?

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Is The Scholar pet friendly?

What amenities are available at The Scholar?

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