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Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

2.0 star property
Hostel near University of Edinburgh in Edinburgh

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Exterior
Free WiFi
British cuisine
Free WiFi
Shower, free toiletries, towels
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

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Map
18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AY
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Edinburgh13 min walk
  • Popular LocationRoyal Mile4 min drive
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle6 min drive
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)33 min drive

Room options

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Free WiFi

Twin Room (Single Use)

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi

Single Room, Ensuite

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi

Twin Room, Ensuite

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Living area
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Breakfast available
3.0 out of 5, (1005)
The price is CA $256
per night
CA $307 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

About the area

Edinburgh

City center stay.Your stay at this Southside hostel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of University of Edinburgh and Royal Mile. Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 13 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 4 min drive
  • Grassmarket - 5 min drive
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min drive
  • Arthur's Seat - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 10 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Southern - 10 min walk
  • Holyrood Distillery - 7 min walk
  • Cask & Barrel Southside - 8 min walk
  • The Abbey - 8 min walk
  • Southpour - 8 min walk

About this property

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

Hostel near University of Edinburgh in Edinburgh
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation also features gift shops/newsstands, a garden, and a picnic area.

This Edinburgh hostel is smoke free.

  • 2000 guestrooms or units
  • Conference center
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation offers 2000 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Edinburgh hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV
  • Cable channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 5 and May 25.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

Property is also known as

Edinburgh First Pollock Halls
Pollock Halls
Pollock Halls Edinburgh First
Pollock Halls House
Pollock Halls House Edinburgh First
Edinburgh First Hotel
First Hotel Edinburgh
Pollock Halls - Edinburgh 1st
Pollock Halls - Edinburgh First Hotel Edinburgh
Pollock Halls - Edinburgh First Scotland
Pollock Halls Hostel Edinburgh
Pollock Halls Hostel
Pollock Halls Edinburgh
Pollock Halls - Edinburgh First Hotel
Pollock Halls
Pollock Estate Summer Accommodation
Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh
Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh Campus Accommodation

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 361 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 479 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 123 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1000 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly, helpful and responsive. Room and facilities clean. Parking secure and convenient. Breakfast convenient and plentiful, great to have so many options, including traditional Scottish. Canteen style works for the setting. Rooms basic but as expected, as is the overall stay. Would stay here again for the value and practically.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Mark

Nice big breakfast buffet and checking was very quick even though it was at a time when a lot of students were checking in for the school year. Considering it was just days before classes it was quite quiet all day and night.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Chi Wai Jack

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debajyoti

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very large area, huge selection in breakfast. Location is very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A standard private dorm room set up w/ a bit of wear & tear & a fiddly door lock, but clean & comfortable. A sink in the room was a plus, as were the multiple shower/bathrooms available on the floor. The 24 hr front desk staff were always very helpful & friendly, the luggage storage convenient. The included breakfast was great with lots of choice. The grounds were lovely & well tended, & the view of Arthur’s Seat & Salisbury Crags in Holyrood Park (only a 10 min walk away), was exceptional. There were several Fringe venues in easy walking distance, & bus stops close if needed. Would definitely book here again in the future as it was perfect for my Fringe Festival attending needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great way to travel on a budget. Though a shared WC not everyone’s cup of tea, I found it to be free when I needed it and it wasn’t a problem. Also the fact that it’s a room meant to house someone for a few months at a time means it’s at a base level quite comfortable and roomy. Breakfast is also pretty good! Pollock Halls dorms are a 25-30 min walk to Waverly train station, 15-20 min walk to the Royal Mile and a bit closer to Fringe venues. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay!
Summer Stays - or, Pollock Halls, as I know it - always does its visitors proud. I've been d"doing" the Fringe for years and this must be one of the cheapest stays in Edinburgh during August. The place, as usual, this year was immaculate. The greeting staff are amazingly friendly and patient with the thousands who turn up on their doorstep. The place does its best to be eco-friendly, even with the great, inclusive, breakfast and the variety of different level of rooms to choose from (if you book early enough) must suit all pockets. OK it's not Princes Street or the Royal Mile - but they're all close at hand and the brooding presence of Arthur's Seat (hill/mountain) is right on the doorstep if you fancy a fitness challenge. The staff - from the kitchens to the gardens and beyond do the place proud. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

neil tattersall

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Unlikely to return
My only complaint is about the room. All other aspects were good especially the breakfast. The beds were clean and comfortable the bathroom was clean but the shower cubicle was poorly maintained. The carpets were just filthy and unhoovered with food under the bed. For the price we paid I was not happy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
loved the location, walking distance to the city, and at the base of Arthurs seat good breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Fariha

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023