The Scholar
Edinburgh
📍 18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, EH16 5AY
🚆 Nearest station: · 1.2 mi
🔌 Nearest public charging: · 0.0 mi (Open Charge Map)
- Boutique hotel in Edinburgh's vibrant Southside near Holyrood Park
- On-site brasserie Abacus serving Scottish produce with Mediterranean flair
- Complimentary onsite parking with electric car charging points
- Dog-friendly hotel welcoming pets as part of the family
- Royal Commonwealth Pool next door for gym and swim facilities
The Scholar is a boutique hotel in Edinburgh's vibrant Southside, set at the foot of Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat, a short walk from the Royal Mile and the city's main attractions. Edinburgh Waverley station is 1.2 miles away, and museums including the Anatomical Museum, Surgeons' Hall and Dynamic Earth are all around 0.8 miles away. On site, you'll find Abacus, a brasserie serving Scottish produce with Mediterranean influences, plus a bar, The Living Room for smaller gatherings, complimentary wifi and onsite parking with electric car charging points. The Royal Commonwealth Pool next door offers gym and swim facilities, while the hotel itself welcomes dogs as part of the family, making it a comfortable base for exploring Edinburgh.
How far to…
- Station
- 1.2 miles
- Anatomical Museum
- 0.8 miles
- Royal Mile
- short walk
Practical details
- Check-in
- From 15:00
- Check-out
- 11:00
- Pets
- Dogs welcome, charges apply
- Parking
- Free, limited spaces
Accommodation on site
- Double room
- Single room
- Family room
Details taken from the operator's own website on 28 Oct 2026 — check current terms when you book.
Facilities
- ✓ Gym
- ✓ Restaurant
- ✓ Pet Friendly
- ✓ WiFi
- ✓ Parking
- ✓ EV Charging
- 🔌 EV Charging Nearby
- 🚆 Near a Train Station
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