The Scholar
The Scholar
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The Scholar is a newly refurbished hotel located in the beautiful grounds of the Pollack Estate, just a few minutes’ walk from Arthurs Seat, Holyrood Park and the Meadows and within walking distance of all of the City’s world famous landmarks. The local Southside neighborhood buzzes with small restaurants, bars and an eclectic mix of independent shops. All bedrooms are luxurious and feature large beds, Elite mattresses and quality linen to ensure the best possible night’s sleep. All rooms also include a TV with a whole host of channels, award winning Novus tea and cafetiere coffee and a desk with ample work space. Our large bathrooms include rainfall showers, Arran Aromatics toiletries and fluffy towels. The hotel’s contemporary restaurant, bar and garden dining area proudly serve the highest quality breakfast, lunch and dinner, focusing on using locally sourced Scottish ingredients, allowing you to sample Edinburgh’s excellent food and drink scene without needing to leave the hotel. We also offer free Wifi throughout the hotel and free onsite parking including a large number of electric car charging points. We acknowledge the importance of dogs as cherished family members, and it's our pleasure to extend our hospitality to them. We kindly request guests who plan to bring dogs to notify us after booking their stay. Charges are applicable Our friendly staff go above and beyond to make this the perfect place for to stay all types of travelers.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Elevator
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Martyn
United States of America“The staff were amazing, I got to talk with a lot of them, friendly and helpful. I got advice on what to check out while I was staying there, and where to try some of the local traditional food. The food was also pretty good, I got to try a few...” 
Lucy
United Kingdom“Lovely comfortable bed, superkingsize. Rooms were lovely and warm in a cold January day. Staff really friendly and helpful. Great breakfast.”
Aleksandr United States of America“The staff was very nice, the location was pretty convenient, and the room was nice”
Neil United Kingdom“The room was very comfortable, with a good bed and a spacious bathroom. The staff were extremely helpful and polite. The setting, on the outskirts of the university campus, is pleasant and quiet.”- Aggie
Canada“the staff was exceptional! Definitely staying at the scholar again when I go back to Edinburgh” 
Sameer
India“Clean and comfortable room and facilities, close to daughters hostel, friendly staff and warm environment. Loved the booking experience and the ease with which i was able to extend my stay for an additional day.”
Yeniba United States of America“The room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable.”- Naomi United Kingdom“The staff were lovely, it was sparklingly clean and the rooms were so comfortable - (chic furnishings, great beds, super shower)”
Rhonda United States of America“It felt homey with how everyone treated me. Room was great, 24/7 operations”
Kim United States of America“My room was just as I needed. I could not have been more comfortable.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- The Brasserie at The Scholar
- CuisineScottish
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
Amenities of The ScholarGreat facilities! Review score, 9
Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Elevator
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
Outdoors
- Garden
PetsPets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Bar
InternetWifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
- Street parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
Services
- Pet bowls
- Pet basket
- Daily housekeeping
- Baggage storage
- Wake-up service/Alarm clock
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
Safety & security
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Laptop safe
- Carpeted
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
Languages Spoken
- English
House rulesThe Scholar takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Free car parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Unfortunately, spaces are limited and the property cannot guarantee they will always be available.
Only nonrefundable rates must be paid for before arrival.
For more than 15 pax booked within one party, we reserve the right to amend the payment and cancellation terms for the booking.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
FAQs about The Scholar
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Check-in at The Scholar is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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The prices at The Scholar may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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The Scholar is 1 miles from the center of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The Scholar has 1 restaurant:
- The Brasserie at The Scholar
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Guests staying at The Scholar can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.1).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Buffet
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Room options at The Scholar include:
- Double
- Twin
- Single
- Family
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The Scholar offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Bicycle rental
