The Scott

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Classic Double Room Single Use

Highlights

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

Classic Double Room

Highlights

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

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

Standard Double Room Single Use

Highlights

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

Deluxe Double Room Single Use

Highlights

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

Signature Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Royal Mile - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Grassmarket - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Princes Street - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min drive
  • Newcraighall Station - 11 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Abbey - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Southpour - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Old Bell Inn - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Salisbury Arms - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Scott

Upscale eco-certified hotel near University of Edinburgh
A garden, a bar, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at The Scott. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and a front-desk safe
  • Smoke-free premises, a nature reserve, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Scott offer thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 18 for adults and GBP 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bonnar's at The Scott
  • Velvet Lounge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18.00 for adults and GBP 18.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 30.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

The Scott Hotel
The Scott Edinburgh
The Scott Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is The Scott pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 30.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Scott?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Scott?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Scott?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Scott located?

Located in Southside, this eco-certified hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Royal Commonwealth Pool and University of Edinburgh. Royal Mile and Princes Street are also within 2 mi (3 km). Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is 27 minutes by foot and Edinburgh Waverley Station is 27 minutes.

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The Scott Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 370 out of 442 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 442 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 442 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 442 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 442 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Krishnachaitanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing heritage building, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yee Ling

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Within the grounds of Pollock Halls, the hotel is beautiful and serene.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

brayden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful hotel. The food was great, staff were extremely nice and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting. Great park and peaceful surroundings. Nicely renovated. Good restaurant. Helpful staff. A plus the free parking
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel. Would stay here every time I go to Edinburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful! The staff was so wonderful and accommodating. I'll definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful the room that we stayed in was lovely comfortable only problem it was on the 3 rd floor no elevator so keep that in mind when booking. Food was delicious staff were all very kind and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel to base yourself from. Friendly staff good location and a fantastic breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Super clean super safe. Parking is easy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

PEGGY LYNN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Scott was an amazing stay and the staff is more than willing to help with all your travel needs
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just got back from a 2 nights stay at the Scott hotel and there was no complaints what so ever. The building , decor and rooms are stunning. The staff were so helpful and friendly. The breakfast was delightful. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area around the hotel was absolutely beautiful and then when you entered the hotel you realized how amazing the interior turned out to be. We enjoyed the sitting area with coffee and tea and loved to sit there in the morning before breakfast. Kudos to "Ed" who always had a smile and went out of his way to assist. This is a hotel you want to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katlena

Bed was soft
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

iain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very unique hotel near to Prestonfield where we were attending an event. Great staff lovely interiors.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location within the University of Edenborough. Optional dining at The Scholar next door. Very clean with turn down service. Excellent breakfast. No air-conditioning but provided a good fan. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel, lovely staff. Great breakfast. Overall, a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Spacious room with high ceilings, feels homey but the bathroom tile was luxurious and the area is ideally situated for walking out to nature or walking into town.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every staff member is truly amazing! One of the best experiences ever across the world!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Scott is a beautiful hotel with amazing staff, gorgeous fine dining restaurant, warm bar area, and beautiful rooms. Quick and easy bus access to the center of Edinburgh. The grounds and gardens are lovely as well. The attention to detail did not go unnoticed. Truly a great stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet hotel away from the busy tourist spots. Comfortable room, cleans and modern. Staff are excellent, with a friendly welcome and the breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Wonderful!

Extremely helpful, friendly people all around and such a charming place!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

XINFANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time here, highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024