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The Scott

4.0 star property
Upscale eco-certified hotel near Royal Mile

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Lounge
Garden
Signature Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Daily full breakfast (GBP 15.50 per person)
Rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendlyPet friendly
  • Bar
    BarBar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included
  • Housekeeping
    HousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
18 Holyrood Park Rd, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AY
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Edinburgh14 min walk
  • Popular LocationRoyal Mile5 min drive
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle6 min drive
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)41 min drive
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Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room Single Use

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 213.5 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room Single Use

  • 213.5 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room Single Use

  • 264 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Double Room

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • 264 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

The Scott is located in Southside, a neighborhood in Edinburgh. National Museum of Scotland and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Royal Mile and Grassmarket. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Murrayfield Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 14 min walk
  • Arthur's Seat - 3 min drive
  • Royal Mile - 5 min drive
  • Grassmarket - 5 min drive
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min drive
  • Newcraighall Station - 11 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cask & Barrel Southside - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Abbey - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Southpour - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Old Bell Inn - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Salisbury Arms - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Scott

Upscale eco-certified hotel near Royal Mile
Near University of Edinburgh and National Museum of Scotland, The Scott provides a garden, a bar, and a restaurant. 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 a nature reserve
  • A 24-hour front desk, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Scott offer thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15.50 for adults and GBP 15.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • 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

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 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
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 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15.50 for adults and GBP 15.50 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 fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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 elevators

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 Jun 18, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scott on Jun 30, 2024 start from $244.63, 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.

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?

Check-out 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 National Museum of Scotland are also within 1 mi (2 km). Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is 27 minutes by foot and Edinburgh Waverley Station is 27 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 180 out of 228 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 228 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 228 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 228 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 228 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Had to check out early so couldn't enjoy the breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renuka

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole experience from the staff, delicious Scottish breakfast to the beautiful hotel and room exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend this place as a top pick in Scotland.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to some beautiful hikes. Easy to access the bus. Such cute decor.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Imad

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very poor customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was top notch and the breakfast is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna, Washington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful design, incredible staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and comfortable room. Could take down some of the ugly paintings and replace with a full length mirror. Mirror in bathroom was children's height.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Stayed 1 night in May 2024