The Scholar Hotel

18 Holyrood Park Road, Newington, Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Close to Arthur's Seat

Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, The Scholar Hotel Edinburgh sits 25 minutes' walk from The Real Mary King's Close. Located just beside St Anthony's Chapel, the hotel offers a lounge bar, a shared lounge and a garden.

Location

This 4-star hotel is centrally situated 2.1 km from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle". The property also gives access to the landscaped Princes Street Gardens, which is a 30-minute walk away. The non-smoking hotel allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Duddingston Loch 1.4 km away. Guests can easily get in touch with the history of Edinburgh by visiting Palace of Holyroodhouse, located 5 minutes by car from The Scholar Hotel. The nearest bus stop Abbeymount is about 200 metres away.

Rooms

The 84 rooms are fitted with an individual safe as well as comforts such as ironing facilities. Bathrooms feature a separate toilet and a shower along with a hairdryer and bath sheets. Here you'll also find views of Holyrood Park.

Food & Drinks

A quality breakfast is served in the Scholar daily. This Edinburgh property has at The Scholar restaurant, which specialises in Scottish cuisine. There is a cafรฉ serving British food a 5-minute stroll away.

Leisure & Activities

The hotel has a gym facility.

Why choose The Scholar Hotel Edinburgh

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  • Located near Arthur's Seat

  • Luxury beds and linens provided

  • Locally sourced dining options

  • Complimentary onsite guest parking

Main amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • 24-hour services

  • Sports activities

  • On-site Dining

  • Child-friendly

  • Pets

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  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour services
  • Sports activities
  • On-site Dining
  • Child-friendly
  • Pets
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Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking

Activities

  • Golf course

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Dining options

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

In the kitchen

  • Electric kettle

For kids

  • Cots

Recreation

  • Garden area

In the rooms

  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities

In the bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Design

  • Carpeted floor

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Key card access

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 15:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
until 11:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no extra beds provided in a room.

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From USD 82 per night
Check-in 31 Oct 2025
Check-out 1 Nov 2025
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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18 Holyrood Park Road, Newington, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

 -  Close to Arthur's Seat
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    Guests 2 guests

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    18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    Important information
    The Scholar
    Check-in:
    from 15:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    until 11:00
    • Children and extra beds
    • There are no extra beds provided in a room.