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The Scott

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

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Relax in refined comfort with a spacious room featuring a herringbone-patterned floor, ornate ceiling, and comfortable seating areas.
Classic dining room with ornate ceiling, elegant moldings, and a round table for six.
Relax in this classic room with a comfortable bed, sofa, and fireplace.
Relax in a cozy seating area with a sofa, armchairs, and a small table.
Stately historic building with a traditional European facade, surrounded by well-mainters lawns and mature trees.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is S$385
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul

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Room options

View all photos for Luxury Suite

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

Luxury Suite

Highlights

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

View all photos for Classic Double Room Single Use

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

Classic Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 20.96 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room

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

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 20.96 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Double Room Single Use

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
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
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
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 24.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Signature Double Room

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

Signature Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

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

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 24.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

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

  • ‪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 smoke-free property
  • A 24-hour front desk, a nature reserve and a front desk safe
  • 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.

Languages

English

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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 at the property

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 14 Jul, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scott on 20 Jul, 2025 start from S$385.29, 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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The Scott Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 394 out of 471 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 471 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 471 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 471 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 471 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing, a lovely stay with helpful, gracious staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall loved the property and staff was very accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. It was a quiet area with a bus stop close by to get to historic part of Edinburgh! We enjoyed the breakfast also! Staff was lovely and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly-Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing property. Amazing staff and rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Imam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall ok, clean room, ok location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent! Highly recommended! Staff, room, breakfast, dinner just lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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

Cassie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff! We loved the updated room features. Breakfast wasn’t as good as 2 years ago.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 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

Tod

So much charm and character, all delivered with impeccable quality. The breakfast is particularly outstanding!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all very pleasant, positive, and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magdalena Renate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 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

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

Larisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at this hotel was truly a magical experience. The building looks like a charming castle, full of character and history. It even has a secret garden where you can enjoy freshly brewed coffee and delicious cookies—or simply relax with a good book. The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. If you’re looking for a quiet, peaceful place to stay, this hidden gem is the perfect escape.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 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

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

Sofia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional hotel, staff friendly and helpful, room upgrade and meals voucher. Our signature room was beautiful and you could see Arthur seat out the window. It was definitely a wow room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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