The Scott

Hotel with restaurant, near Edinburgh Castle

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Dates

December 2025

January 2026

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

Daily full breakfast (GBP 18.00 per person)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Near Royal Mile, The Scott offers a serene escape with a garden, bar, and restaurant. Connect to in-room WiFi and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the nearby nature reserve. Previous guests have praised the delicious breakfast options and attentive staff.

VIP Access

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
Electric vehicle charging point
24/7 front desk
Pet friendly

Main amenities (7)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
24-hour room service
24-hour front desk
Garden
Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Premium bedding

$188 nightly

Dec 7 - Dec 8

Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Scenic garden dining

Experience garden-view dining at the restaurant of this hotel. A welcoming bar adds to the ambiance. Full breakfast gets each day off to a delicious start.

Premium comfort awaits

Guests slip into cozy bathrobes after enjoying a rainfall shower. The premium bedding offers the perfect end to a refreshing day.

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 30 - Dec 1

Tomorrow

Dec 1 - Dec 2

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Classic Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Rainfall showerhead

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Bathrobes

Private bathroom

226 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Rainfall showerhead

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Bathrobes

Private bathroom

264 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Signature Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Rainfall showerhead

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Bathrobes

420 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Classic Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Rainfall showerhead

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Bathrobes

Private bathroom

226 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Rainfall showerhead

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Bathrobes

Private bathroom

264 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Rainfall showerhead

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Bathrobes

Private bathroom

205 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room Single Use

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Rainfall showerhead

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Bathrobes

Private bathroom

205 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Queen Bed

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Rainfall showerhead

420 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Similar properties

Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

$167 nightly

Dec 7 - Dec 8

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

Royal Commonwealth Pool - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Holyrood Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
University of Edinburgh - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Arthur's Seat - 18 min walk - 1.4 km
Royal Mile - 4 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 42 min drive
Newcraighall Station - 11 min drive
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 27 min walk
Edinburgh Waverley Station - 27 min walk

Restaurants

‪The Abbey - ‬8 min walk
‪Pizza Hut - ‬7 min walk
‪Bar @ JMCC - ‬3 min walk
‪New Garden Grove - ‬3 min walk
‪The Salisbury Arms - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Scott

The Scott puts you just a 5-minute drive from University of Edinburgh and Royal Mile. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 36 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM

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
- 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.

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

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs only)*
- Service animals welcome
- Food and water bowls available

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
- 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
24-hour room service

Services

24-hour front desk

Facilities

Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

40-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels

Home comfort

Heating
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Premium bedding

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Free WiFi
Phone

Food and drink

Free bottled water

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Dining

Velvet Lounge - Onsite bar.

Bonnar's at The Scott - Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open select days.

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

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

The Scott Hotel

The Scott Edinburgh

The Scott Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does The Scott offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Scott 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 Scott?

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 Scott?

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 Scott?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Scott and nearby?

The Scott has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Scott?

Yes, Velvet Lounge offers garden views.

What's the area around The Scott like?

The Scott is a short 14-minute walk from University of Edinburgh and 6 minutes' walk from Holyrood Park. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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The Scott Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

Breakfast was consistently described as amazing, outstanding, and delicious by multiple guests. (69 reviews)
The property's dining options were highly praised for their delicious food, beautifully presented meals, and excellent service. (9 reviews)
Free parking was a convenient and appreciated bonus for guests. (7 reviews)

From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Popular mentions

Service staff

Room

Breakfast

Location

Building

Bathroom

Bed

Universities

Bar

Elevator

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 19, 2025

Lovely hotel with excellent staff!

Marilyn K, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Oct 26, 2025

Excellent staff Beautiful hotel Gym would be good Expensive

Clare, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 27, 2025

Great property, beautiful rooms and the breakfast was amazing

Caroline, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 19, 2025

Beautiful hotel and location was great

Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 12, 2025

Amazing stay!

Hannah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 18, 2025

Fantastic french toast!

Kristina, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 30, 2025

Would definitely stay again. Loved my stay. Everyone was wonderful.

Violet, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 17, 2025

nice hotel

Doug, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 8, 2025

Lovely and well located hotel for Pollock Halls

Lovely hotel on University of Edinburgh - Pollock Halls campus - so was great for our trip to drop our son off for his first year and stay over. Polite and friendly staff, beautiful hotel, comfy room and delicious breakfast.

Nicola, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 21, 2025

The building was gorgeous, very clean, food was excellent and the staff very friendly and helpful. I would stay at the Scott again!

larry, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 6, 2025

Breakfast was amazing, a lovely stay with helpful, gracious staff.

Dale, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 8, 2025

Beautiful historic castle-like accommodations with stellar service in nice location on University of Edinburgh campus

Lisa A, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 29, 2025

Friendly staff excellent breakfast very nicely situated and overall the very charming building. We had a wonderful experience while we were there would totally recommended. Thank you!

Mary Angelyn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 26, 2025

Fabulous Hotel

We came to stay for 2 nights and it was an amazing experience from start to finish. Reception staff were very welcoming and the room was so comfortable. We would highly recommend this hotel, there are nice views of the nearby mountain and although it is situated on the outside of the University campus, it is full of gardens and a very nice atmosphere.

Nicola, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 13, 2025

Hotel and stay was lovely just mind the stairs

donna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 13, 2025

We really had a good days at Scott, full regards to general staff.

Omar Josue, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Nov 4, 2025

The hotel was nice. The hotel definitely doesn’t seem like it’s pictures. There seemed to be no ice, hauling luggage up the spiral staircase was not great. They don’t offer for someone to help with luggage or room service. Most of the time, we felt not welcomed. The breakfast was decent. The bar had a small selection whiskeys, that were okay, but would have been nice for a larger array. Overall, it has old charm and the breakfast was good.

Shayna, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 13, 2025

Perfect couples getaway

Jacob Karkov, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 19, 2025

Lovely hotel. Very near Holyrood park and close to buses to be able to explore Edinburgh. The breakfast was amazing and such high standards of service

Laura, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 19, 2025

Hotel Scott a great place to relax

Beautiful hotel next to university campus. Quiet and great breakfast and room. Price very nice and a little way out of city. This is a bonus if you went to relax away from the busy Edinburgh .

Cherie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 24, 2025

Overall loved the property and staff was very accommodating

Ryanne, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 22, 2025

Amazing heritage building, great breakfast.

Krishnachaitanya, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 16, 2025

Absolutely amazing property. Amazing staff and rooms

Shelly-Lynn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 25, 2025

A special and very personalised stay from the moment you check in. It feels more like you are staying at Bonnar’s home than a hotel. Easy walking to the city.

Roy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 19, 2025

This is a beautiful, well appointed hotel in the grounds of the university of Edinburgh. It is quiet and the staff are pleasant and extremely helpful. I recommend this hotel wholeheartedly.

Adrienne, 3-night trip