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The Scholar

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near Royal Mile

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A multi-story building with a central courtyard, surrounded by lush greenery and a gazebo.
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A modern bedroom with a round mirror, bedside lamp, and a small vase with flowers on a dark console table.
A spacious living area with multiple seating options, a Christmas tree, and large windows providing natural light.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AY
  • Place, Holyrood Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Commonwealth Pool
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a bedside table with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, Ensuite

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Twin Room, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a bedside table with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room Single Use, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a nightstand.

Deluxe Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a mirror.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the area

Edinburgh

Heart of Edinburgh.Your stay at this Southside hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. University of Edinburgh and Grassmarket are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • John McIntyre Conference Centre - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Holyrood Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Commonwealth Pool - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Library of Scotland - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min drive
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 10 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Southern Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Matto Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Abbey - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Brass Monkey Grange - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Old Bell Inn - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Scholar

4-star hotel near Royal Mile
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. The business-friendly The Scholar also features room service (during limited hours), a front-desk safe, and an elevator. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 72 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1994
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Scholar offers 72 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and refrigerators can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Refrigerator on request

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

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

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18.00 for adults and GBP 18.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 30.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 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.

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Salisbury Green Hotel Bistro Edinburgh
Masson House Edinburgh
Masson House Hotel
Masson House Hotel Edinburgh
Masson House Edinburgh, Scotland
Masson House Edinburgh Scotland
Masson House B&B Edinburgh
Masson House B&B
Salisbury Green Hotel Bistro
Salisbury Green Bistro Edinburgh
Salisbury Green Bistro
The Scholar Hotel
The Scholar Edinburgh
The Scholar Hotel Edinburgh
Salisbury Green Hotel Bistro

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Scholar to the airport?

The Scholar is 13.2 mi (45-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Scholar?

As of Oct 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scholar on Nov 8, 2026 start from CA $198, excluding 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.

Does The Scholar have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Scholar.

How close is The Scholar to the beach?

This hotel is 3.9 mi (25-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 6.8 mi (39-min drive) from Cramond Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Scholar offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Scholar, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 18.00 for adults and GBP 18.00 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Scholar?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Scholar?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Scholar?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Scholar have a pool?

The Scholar does not have a pool.

Does The Scholar have a restaurant?

The Scholar is home to Abacus, which features garden views.

Does The Scholar have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Scholar to downtown Edinburgh?

The Scholar is 1.2 mi away from Edinburgh.

The Scholar Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 742 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 214 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1002 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very clean, recently redecorated, friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Delightful breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I was there for about ten days during a couple of conferences, and it was ideal for that.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean place Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Restaurant was excellent (although breakfast didn't live up to what was available for lunch and dinner). Rooms very comfy and well provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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As always, a lovely stay and very helpful staff. Rooms clean and comfortable and easy to walk into town and buses available if you prefer that.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very good food. Peaceful environment. Easy access to city. Comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and nice stay, very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast is excellent, the room is clean and the staff are friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast menu was lovely Easy access to the bus route A lovely hotel to stay in
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, free parking and helpful & courteous staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel had everything I needed and the staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was fantastic, clean and spacious rooms, great beds - very nice personal
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Being on the grounds of the University of Edinburgh felt like I was staying in my own private garden. So calm, peaceful and beautiful. Excellent food. Welcoming and helpful staff. Highly recommend The Scholar.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean comfortable room and welcoming staff! So easy to store your luggage and nice location- a little over a mile to Prince Street and lots of local food nearby. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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It was great… room was small but well appointed. Good view of forestlike area. Just a bit of a walk to other restaurants and shops
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel is exceptional. Very comfortable, friendly staff with a restaurant reasonable priced on site. They certainly welcome you and go the extra mile. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, beautiful building, location was great, overall an amazing experience
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely room, great amenities and delicious coffee/biscuits. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

So absurdly expensive !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great breakfast and staff was super friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had such a wonderful stay at The Scholar. Gorgeous view of Arthur’s Seat from our room, comfortable bed. The breakfast was delicious and plentiful. The staff were all wonderful and very helpful. This was our third stay here at The Scholar. Definitely will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a wonderful stay. Conveniently located in a nice area. The staff was attentive, and friendly. We enjoyed the breakfast, and drinks in the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A very convenient place to stay to attend a conference at the John McIntyre Conference Centre, The University of Edinburgh, just 2-minute walk. Short walk to the bus stop as well. We had an excellent stay for a few nights & lovely meals at the restaurant. Very helpful & friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel is on the south campus of University of Edinburgh. Lovely grounds and away from crowded tourist areas but close enough to walk everywhere!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026