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4-star property · EDINBURGH

The Scholar

Holyrood Park Road, 18, EDINBURGH

4 star rating 4-star
What stands out
Wi-fi
Restaurant
Bar
Newspaper stand
24-hour reception
Breakfast buffet
About this hotel

Located in the leafy Southside of Edinburgh, in the beautiful grounds of the Pollock Estate, The Scholar is a newly refurbished hotel within walking distance of all of the city's world famous landmarks. We take a serious approach to quality and comfort. All of the bedrooms in The Scholar are luxurious and feature large beds, Elite mattresses, and quality linen to ensure the best possible night's sleep. All rooms also…

Located in the leafy Southside of Edinburgh, in the beautiful grounds of the Pollock Estate, The Scholar is a newly refurbished hotel within walking distance of all of the city's world famous landmarks. We take a serious approach to quality and comfort. All of the bedrooms in The Scholar 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, Laura Thomas toiletries and fluffy towels. The hotel's contemporary restaurant, bar and garden dining area proudly serve the highest quality breakfast, lunch and dinner. We focus on using locally sourced Scottish ingredients, from Stornoway black pudding at breakfast to serving Holyrood Gin from our neighbouring distillery, allowing you to sample Edinburgh's excellent food and drink scene without needing to leave the hotel. If you are seeking inspiration for what to do, the local Southside neighbourhood buzzes with small restaurants, bars and an eclectic mix of independent shops. Our friendly staff are always on hand to help and share their top tips on the best places to explore. We offer free parking on site but have limited availability. We also offer 18 free electric vehicle charging points (electric charging requires a 'Charge Places Scotland' card which can be borrowed from reception).

Your stay
Check-in
29 Aug 2026
From 15:00
Check-out
01 Sep 2026
Until 11:00
Guests
2A · 0C · 1R
3 nights

Available at the property for an extra charge (payable at the hotel where applicable):

Wired Internet charge applies Laundry service charge applies
Amenities & services

27 facilities across 7 categories.

Facilities
10
  • Laundry service
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wired Internet
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Car park
  • Wi-fi
  • Newspaper stand
  • Lift access
  • Hotel safe
  • 24-hour reception
Meals
5
  • À la carte dinner
  • À la carte lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Continental breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
Location
4
  • Year of most recent renovation (2008)
  • Double rooms (60)
  • Number of floors (main building) (4)
  • Total number of rooms (72)
Catering
4
  • Bar
  • Restaurant (1)
  • Highchairs
  • Café
Business
2
  • Conference room (18)
  • Business centre
Hotel type
1
  • hotel
Green Programmes - Worldwide
1
  • Green Tourism
Room types at this hotel

17 room categories — choose live availability and pricing on the right.

Double · Deluxe
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Deluxe · King
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Standard
Sleeps 1–4
Dbt · 2b Dx
Sleeps 1–6
Dbt · Deluxe
Sleeps 1–2
Dbt · Dx 1
Sleeps 1–6
Dus · Deluxe
Sleeps 1
Dus · Dx 1
Sleeps 1–2
Family · 2b
Sleeps 1–8
Family · Db
Sleeps 1–8
Family · Standard
Sleeps 1–8
Roo · Deluxe
Sleeps 1–10

+ 5 more room categories — full list appears in the rates panel

Location

Holyrood Park Road, 18, EDINBURGH

Distance from key points
  • City centre
  • Golf course
  • Bus/Train station
  • Airport
Good to know
House rules
  • Check-inFrom 15:00
  • Check-outUntil 11:00

Times as published by the property — confirmed on your voucher.

Payment at the hotel
  • Visa Electrón
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • Maestro

When you book through Green Apple, you pay in AED via Paymob — Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay, 3DS-secure.

Things to keep in mind
Why book through Green Apple
Same hotel · better price

Net rates negotiated directly with Hotelbeds — often lower than the property's own site, always all-in.

Real humans on WhatsApp

Mid-trip change? Late arrival? Message +971 4 284 6712 — a person replies.

Established 2012

A DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house. IATA TIDS registered. 13+ years of arranging stays.

Guests also considered

Travelling to United Kingdom? We handle the visa too.

Green Apple is a DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house — the same desk that books your room can prepare your United Kingdom visa file. One conversation covers the whole trip.

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Scholar?

Most properties check guests in from around 14:00 and check out by around 12:00 — the exact times are set by the hotel and appear on your voucher. Early check-in or late check-out can be requested, subject to availability — message our concierge on WhatsApp and we'll arrange it where the property allows.

Can I cancel my booking at The Scholar?

Cancellation policy is set per rate. Each rate card in the booking widget shows whether it is refundable and the exact deadline. Free-cancellation rates can be cancelled in seconds from your confirmation email. Non-refundable rates are clearly flagged before payment.

Is breakfast included?

Some rates include breakfast and others don't. The board basis (Room Only / Bed & Breakfast / Half Board / Full Board / All Inclusive) is shown on every rate card, so the choice is yours.

What payment methods does the hotel accept?

At the property, The Scholar accepts Visa Electrón, MasterCard, Visa, Maestro. When you book through Green Apple, payment is handled in AED via Paymob (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay) — secure 3DS checkout, no surprises.

What amenities does The Scholar offer?

Key amenities at The Scholar include Wi-fi, Restaurant, Bar, Newspaper stand, 24-hour reception. A full list of facilities is available in the amenities section of this page.

Why book through Green Apple Travel?

Green Apple is a Dubai-rooted travel house, established 2012 and IATA TIDS registered. We negotiate net rates directly with global suppliers (Hotelbeds) so you book the same hotel — often at a lower all-in price — and you get a real human on WhatsApp if anything changes mid-trip.
Need a hand?

Talk to a Dubai-based concierge.

Not sure on dates, room type, or rate? A real person replies on WhatsApp — same-day, in English, Arabic, or Russian.

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