The Scholar (Hotel), Edinburgh (United Kingdom)

The Scholar has an average guest score of 9/10 (2,861 reviews). The property is 1.72 km from the centre. Facilities include family rooms, free Wi-Fi and pet-friendly stays.

Featuring garden views and a contemporary restaurant, the 4-star The Scholar is located in Edinburgh within the beautiful grounds of the Pollock Estate. This newly refurbished hotel includes 84 luxurious rooms and lies just a few minutes’ walk from Arthur’s Seat and Holyrood Park.

The hotel is also conveniently close to the Meadows, with additional landmarks such as a golf course within 3 km enriching your stay. Guests can explore Edinburgh's world-famous sites all within walking distance while enjoying the vibrant Southside neighbourhood nearby, known for its eclectic mix of independent shops, bars, and small restaurants.

Accommodation at The Scholar offers well-appointed rooms featuring king size double beds or single beds equipped with Elite mattresses and quality bed linen. Each room provides a TV with Freeview channels, complimentary WiFi, tea and coffee making facilities including an electric kettle with award-winning Novus tea and cafetiere coffee. Bathrooms include rainfall showers stocked with Arran Aromatics toiletries such as shampoo, conditioner, body soap, complimentary towels, hairdryer as well as private bathroom amenities. Additional in-room extras consist of safety deposit boxes or laptop-sized safes, irons with ironing boards, wake-up call services and work desks to enhance comfort during your stay.

Guests benefit from free onsite parking with electric vehicle charging stations alongside street parking options. A 24-hour front desk ensures assistance whenever needed while daily housekeeping maintains cleanliness throughout your visit. Dining options include a contemporary restaurant serving locally sourced Scottish breakfast lunch and dinner menus complemented by an on-site bar plus garden dining area. Room service further adds convenience along with luggage storage facilities.