10/10 Exceptional
Great location and nice stay, very comfortable
Alicia
Alicia, 2-night trip
The Scholar
Hotel with restaurant, near Royal Mile
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Discover the warm atmosphere of The Scholar, located near University of Edinburgh. Unwind with a drink at the bar or enjoy a meal in the restaurant, then connect to WiFi and take advantage of luggage storage and bike rentals.
VIP Access9.2
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Bar
- 24/7 front desk
Main amenities (9)
- Daily housekeeping
- Restaurant and bar/lounge
- Breakfast available
- Room service
- Conference center
- 24-hour front desk
- Front-desk safe
- Luggage storage
- Bike rental
Feel at home (6)
- Private bathroom
- Television
- Daily housekeeping
- Coffee/tea maker
- Elevator
- Refrigerator (on request)
$130 nightly
$156 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Total with taxes and fees
Room options
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Showing 5 of 5 rooms
Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite
9.4Exceptional
24 reviews
- 140 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Double Bed
Deluxe Twin Room, Ensuite
9.2Wonderful
10 reviews
- 140 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 2 Twin Beds
Deluxe Double Room Single Use, Ensuite
10.0Exceptional
3 reviews
- 140 sq ft
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Double Bed
Deluxe Single Room
9.4Exceptional
8 reviews
- 100 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
Family Room
10.0Exceptional
3 reviews
- 140 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood
18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AY
What's nearby
- Holyrood Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Royal Commonwealth Pool - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- National Library of Scotland - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- University of Edinburgh - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Royal Mile - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
- Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 45 min drive
- Newcraighall Station - 11 min drive
- Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 28 min walk
- Edinburgh Waverley Station - 29 min walk
Restaurants
- The Abbey - 8 min walk
- Pizza Hut - 7 min walk
- Bar @ JMCC - 2 min walk
- Southpour - 8 min walk
- The Salisbury Arms - 3 min walk
About this property
The Scholar
When you stay at The Scholar, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. The lobby lounge is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Abacus, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and offers garden views. Also, Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket are within a short drive. The helpful staff and comfortable guestrooms get good marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 72 rooms
- Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM
- Contactless check-out available
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
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
Pets
- Pets allowed (dogs only)*
- Service animals welcome
- Food and water bowls available
Internet
- Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
- Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
- Free onsite self parking
- Onsite parking limited
- Electric vehicle charging point on site
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
- Room service (limited hours)
Working away
- Conference center
Services
- 24-hour front desk
- Luggage storage
- Bicycle rentals
Facilities
- 1 building/tower
- Built in 1994
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
Accessibility
- Elevator
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
- LCD television
- Digital TV channels
Home comfort
- Heating
- Coffee/tea maker
- Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
- Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
- Private bathroom
- Shower only
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Towels
Stay connected
- Desk
- Free WiFi and wired internet
- Phone
Food and drink
- Refrigerator (on request)
More
- Daily housekeeping
- In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Special features
Dining
Abacus - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
The Living Room - This lobby lounge overlooks the garden. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, 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
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Also known as
Salisbury Green Hotel Bistro Edinburgh
Masson House Edinburgh
Masson House Hotel
Masson House Hotel Edinburgh
Masson House Edinburgh, Scotland
Masson House Edinburgh Scotland
Masson House B&B Edinburgh
Masson House B&B
Salisbury Green Hotel Bistro
Salisbury Green Bistro Edinburgh
Salisbury Green Bistro
The Scholar Hotel
The Scholar Edinburgh
The Scholar Hotel Edinburgh
Salisbury Green Hotel Bistro
Frequently asked questions
Does The Scholar offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Scholar 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Scholar?
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 Scholar?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Scholar?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Are there restaurants at or near The Scholar?
Yes, Abacus offers garden views.
What's the area around The Scholar like?
The Scholar is in Southside, a short 14-minute walk from University of Edinburgh and 5 minutes' walk from Holyrood Park.
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The Scholar Reviews
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
- Breakfast was of high quality, delicious, and offered a wide variety of options. (66 reviews)
- Free parking and convenient parking options were greatly appreciated by guests. (10 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.Popular mentions
RoomService staffBreakfastLocationBedWalkingParkingFoodRestaurantCities10/10 Exceptional
The ambience of the hotel is perfect, staff are super friendly and passionate as well
Liliya Borisova
Liliya Borisova, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Lovely staff, room comfortable. Food really nice
Joanna
Joanna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Perfect location and only a pleasant half hour walk to the city centre
David
David, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nice rooms with a bus ride to Princes St or a walk if you are keen. Next to the park so nice area. (Arthur’s Seat)
Ann
Ann, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The staff was amazing especially the breakfast manager in the restaurant. She was amazing.
Brogan
Brogan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Just a really lovely stay. Room we got was a little smaller than the others- don’t get the end room. But Abacus was great as was the breakfast and staff were really accommodating
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great stay - all the staff were lovely and we enjoyed all the food at the Abacus
Jasmine
Jasmine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very nice hotel in a nice area - it’s a bit outside the center of the city, but we walked the two ish kilometers to the city center multiple times without issues. The staff at the hotel was extremely kind and made the stay feel like you were at home. The breakfast buffet was also very nice.
It’s all around a great place to stay, and the rate for the room was good.
Tusnelda
Tusnelda, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Staff were really friendly and helpful, hotel top quality, food excellent
Deborah Ann
Deborah Ann, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
We had a lovely stay at The Scholar. The hotel room was super spacious, I really loved the dressing table area! Everything was in pristine condition. The staff were super friendly and helpful, one lady even recommended us things to do in Edinburgh which we were grateful for. It was about a 20-30 minute walk from the city centre and we found lots of nice cafes to eat at and shops along the way. Overall we would definitely come back and next time I would like to try the restaurant either for breakfast or an evening meal. I would 100% recommended!!
Rosie
Rosie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Excellent peaceful and comfortable stay as before. Friendly helpful staff and very good food.
Shona
Shona, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Simply stunning.
Nigel
Nigel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Location, friendly staff and amenities.
Xenia
Xenia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Another wonderful stay here. Clean and friendly - the new dining area is very good.
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Friendly staff, very comfortable warm and clean everywhere, peaceful hotel with very pleasant interior design, and excellent breakfast and dinner
Shona
Shona, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nice room. Parking difficult as on University campus. Staff good, breakfast very good.
Sue
Sue, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Clean room, lovely staff
Shivani
Shivani, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The room was modern, clean, had a comfortable bed and great shower. The breakfast was of high quality and delicious. Overall a great experience and will definitely revisit.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Welcoming and friendly staff. A lovely place to stay and excellent value!
David
David, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
spotless room great staff
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nice staff, clean room, comfortable stay
Yanping
Yanping, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Friendly staff, spacious and very clean . Nice atmosphere
Aye
Aye, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nice clean hotel
ryan
ryan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Everything was really well looked after, safe, quiet and clean.
Gerald
Gerald, 5-night trip
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