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The Scott

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

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Lounge
Signature Double Room
Garden
Daily full breakfast (GBP 18.00 per person)
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
The Scott sits close to the Royal Mile, offering a quiet escape with its garden, bar and restaurant. Guests connect with complimentary in-room WiFi while exploring the adjacent nature reserve. The property earns consistent praise for its breakfast selection and helpful staff.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$479
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Room options

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Luxury Suite

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room Single Use

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room Single Use

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Double Room

Signature Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Southside, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, is home to The Scott. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Map
18 Holyrood Park Rd, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AY

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Royal Mile - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Grassmarket - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Princes Street - 5 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Brass Monkey Grange - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Abbey - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Southpour - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Newington Cafe & Restaurant - ‬8 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 smoke-free property
  • A front desk safe, a 24-hour front desk and a nature reserve
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at The Scott include perks, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and heating

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site 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

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • 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 are 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
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 18.00 for adults and from 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 and a first aid kit
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 any lifts

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 does it cost to stay at The Scott?

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scott on 19 Oct 2025 start from NZ$478.85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Checkout 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 Edinburgh Castle are also within 2 miles (3 km). Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is 27 minutes by foot and Edinburgh Waverley Station is 27 minutes.

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