The Scholar – Family Hotel in Edinburgh | From 82$/Night

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About the Hotel

18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

“I loved exploring the nearby Holyrood Park and city center.”view full review

Rooms & Amenities

The Scholar offers deluxe double, single, and family rooms with Elite(TM) mattresses, large Freeview TVs, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Each room includes an OPAL capsule coffee machine, Novus teas, a safety deposit box, and an en-suite bathroom with rainfall showers and Laura Thomas toiletries. Family rooms feature a king-size bed and a single bed, while work-friendly rooms provide ample desk space.

Dining Options

The Brasserie serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with locally sourced Scottish ingredients. The lounge bar offers cocktails, coffee, and light meals. Seasonal menus include dishes like Cullen Skink (smoked haddock soup) and roast leg of lamb. Easter Sunday features a special £30-per-person menu with a complimentary gift for children under 12.

Leisure & Fitness

Guests have complimentary access to the Pleasance Sports Complex, which includes a gym and pool. The Royal Commonwealth Pool next door offers additional swim and leisure facilities for a drop-in fee. Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat, an extinct volcano with panoramic city views, are a short walk away.

Location & Transport

The hotel is in Edinburgh's Southside, a 10-minute taxi or bus ride from Waverley Station. It sits at the foot of Holyrood Park, 1.2 miles from the Royal Mile and 1 km from Arthur's Seat. The area has independent shops, bars, and restaurants like The Brasserie and Masson Lounge.

Services & Extras

The 24-hour reception assists with local itineraries and bike rentals via Just Eat Cycles. Free parking (first-come, first-served) and electric vehicle charging are available. Meeting rooms and private dining spaces can be booked in the Mansion House. Staff provide recommendations for exploring Edinburgh's Southside.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Deluxe Twin Room

2 persons

25 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe Single Room

2 persons

10 m²

1 Single bed

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe Double Room

2 persons

25 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Family Room

2 persons

25 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Tips on navigating the city

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City Centre

Edinburgh 1.7 km

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 15.4 km

Dundee (DND) 98.3 km

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 1.9 km

Bus

Bus stop800 m

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Delicious Buffet Breakfast

“I thoroughly enjoyed the breakfast buffet which was extensive and filled with good options. There was a great variety of choices, including both sweet and savory dishes, and plenty of vegetarian selections, ensuring that there was something for everyone.” view full review

Convenient Free Parking

“I found the free parking at the university campus to be a major bonus during my stay. It made it easy for me to explore the area without worrying about parking fees or finding a spot in the city.” view full review

Spacious and Modern Rooms

“The rooms were impressively spacious and modern, which added to my comfort during the stay. My bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring I had restful nights after long days of touring.” view full review

Luxurious Shower Experience

“The bathroom was modern and well-equipped, with an instant hot water system that provided a lovely, powerful shower. It was definitely a highlight of my stay, nice for relaxing moments after a day out.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Off-site car park
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Heating
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

2.1 km

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

1.2 km

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

1.7 km

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

2.0 km

Landmark

Royal Mile

2.3 km

Landmark

The Real Mary King's Close

2.0 km

Park

Princes Street Gardens

2.3 km

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

2.4 km

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

2.4 km

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

2.1 km

Park

Holyrood Park

1.7 km

Landmark

Calton Hill

2.1 km

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

1.9 km

Museum

Dynamic Earth

1.8 km

Landmark

Surgeons' Hall Museums

1.5 km

Museum

Museum of Childhood

1.8 km

Monument

Scott Monument

2.4 km

Landmark

Princes Street

2.8 km

Cemetery

The Robertson Mausoleum

1.9 km

Public Building

The Scottish Parliament

1.9 km

Museum

John Knox House

1.8 km

Landmark

Nelson Monument

2.5 km

Art object

Greyfriars Bobby's Grave

1.9 km

Castle

Craigmillar Castle

2.5 km

Museum

The Writers' Museum

2.3 km

Church

Mercat Cross

1.4 km

Museum

Museum of Edinburgh

1.7 km

Landmark

The Scotch Whisky Experience

2.4 km

Museum

Gladstone's Land

2.2 km

University

University of Edinburgh

2.4 km

Nearby

Holyrood Park Education Centre 1 Queen's Drive Holyrood Park

St Anthony's Chapel

250 m

Restaurants

The Salisbury Arms

370 m

58 Dalkeith Road

Salisbury Green Bistro

170 m

St. Leonards Hall 18 Holyrood Park Road Salisbury Green Hotel

Voujon

700 m

107 Newington Road

Savannah Wine Bar & Bistro

630 m

43-45 Salisbury Road Side entrance of the Hotel

Verdo BBQ Restaurant

740 m

21 Newington Road

Apiary Restaurant

760 m

33 Newington Road

Ristorante Isola

730 m

85-87 Newington Road

Southpour

690 m

1-5 Newington Road Newington

Blonde Restaurant

780 m

71-75 St. Leonard's St

Kismot

850 m

29 St. Leonards Street

Annakut Restaurant

720 m

13 Newington Road

Macau Kitchen

730 m

93 St. Leonards Street

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The Scholar – A Favorite for Families in Edinburgh

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Dining Options

Leisure & Fitness

Location & Transport

Services & Extras

Choose from a variety of room types

Availability and pricing for your selected dates

Tips on navigating the city

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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