The Scott

Property class: 4
Hotel with restaurant, near Royal Mile

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At The Scott, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Royal Mile and Princes Street. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Premium bedding
The current price is $183
$230 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, and artwork on the walls.

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern hotel room with a sofa, two armchairs, a small table, and a bed with a headboard. There are paintings on the walls, a window with curtains, and a door leading to another room.

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a green sofa, a wooden coffee table, a fireplace, and a television on the wall.

Signature Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, and artwork on the walls.

Classic Double Room Single Use

  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room Single Use

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two armchairs, a small table, and a bed with a headboard. There are paintings on the walls, a window with curtains, and a door leading to another room.

Deluxe Double Room Single Use

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a nightstand, a lamp, and two paintings on the wall.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room Single Use

A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a nightstand, a lamp, and two paintings on the wall.

Standard Double Room Single Use

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and two framed artworks above the bed.

Luxury Suite

  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
18 Holyrood Park Rd, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AY

What's nearby

  • John McIntyre Conference Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Holyrood Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Royal Commonwealth Pool - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • National Library of Scotland - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 42 min drive
  • Newcraighall Station - 11 min drive
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 25 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 27 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Matto Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Abbey - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Brass Monkey Grange - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Old Bell Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bar @ JMCC - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Scott

  • At The Scott, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Royal Mile and Princes Street. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 36 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

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
    • 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.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Dining

Gallery Bar - Onsite bar. Open select days.
Bonnar's at The Scott - Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open select days.

Awards and affiliations

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Tourism Program. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 20.00 for adults and GBP 20.00 for children

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30.00 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

The Scott Hotel
The Scott Edinburgh
The Scott Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does The Scott offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Scott does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Scott?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 30.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Scott?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Scott and nearby?

The Scott has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Scott?

Yes, Gallery Bar offers garden views.

What's the area around The Scott like?

The Scott is a short 14-minute walk from University of Edinburgh and 4 minutes' walk from Royal Commonwealth Pool. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

The Scott Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as outstanding, amazing, excellent, and fresh with a wide selection of quality products. (116 reviews)
  • The restaurant at this property offers delicious food, excellent service, and a great selection of options for breakfast and dinner. (53 reviews)
  • Free parking was a convenient and appreciated bonus for guests. (14 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice place, friendly staff and the food served was very good.
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place to stay. The rooms were beautiful. Breakfast was great fresh fruit everyday in the reception would highly recommend this place
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel and friendly staff!
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10/10 Exceptional

Unique property and very comfortable. The staff was amazing. Really appreciated the reception staff and the bar staff. Loved this hotel.
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10/10 Exceptional

Nothing but kind things to say about the staff and the atmosphere. Everything was so warm and comforting, and we had an absolutely impressive stay. Whenever we had questions, the staff were incredibly helpful. Amazing stay!
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay. The building is lovely and has the perfect, Scottish Country Estate feel. The bar is cozy, the breakfast delicious and all the staff are warm and welcoming. The location is very walkable from downtown Edinburgh - about 20 minutes or a quick, inexpensive Uber ride if the weather breaks. We would absolutely stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional

The location was stunning! What a beautiful building! And the staff was super friendly and helpful.
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic staff great hotel
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast and dinner are superb
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10/10 Exceptional

This was one of the best hotels we’ve ever stayed at. It’s so beautiful and the staff couldn’t have been friendlier or more helpful. The food at Abacus was delicious and the staff there were also very friendly and helpful. We highly recommend the Scott.
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, excellent breakfast, easy to get into the center using the bus.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff, beautifully designed, excellent breakfast
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10/10 Exceptional

This rustic yet modern building is in walking distance of historic Edinburgh. The room and amenities were excellent, service great, the sister restaurant had excellent food and drinks. Highly recommend this hotel.
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10/10 Exceptional

This was a beautiful stay, immaculate room and facilities and quiet, peaceful with heritage and charm. Would recommend!
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10/10 Exceptional

gorgeous rooms, the best staff and lovely food and bar!
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10/10 Exceptional

Exceptional hotel! Food is outstanding staff fantastic, location perfect! Rooms are lovely with great facilities and attention to detail is spot on! A relaxing boutique hotel that I will definitely book again!
Outside of hotel free car parking on site
Dining room with 18th century painting on the ceiling
Double bedroom
Dinning room
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8/10 Very good

Forgot that the 1st floor was up a level, so should have asked for rooms that would not require going up any stairs. Had trouble finding the place originally. The staff and hotel were great!
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly, cosy and lovely interior hotel in a great location. Delicious breakfast and very snuggly bed.
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8/10 Very good

Beautiful hotel and location was great
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10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant stay, breakfast is epic. Staff are super friendly and helpful and an unexpected birthday treat which was lovely. Thanks for a fabulous stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

A fantastic stay at The Scott, the staff were kind and the hotel is clean and beautifully furnished.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great property, beautiful rooms and the breakfast was amazing
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, lovely atmosphere, room nice, bed incredibly comfortable.
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10/10 Exceptional

It’s a bit far from the old town, but it’s such a beautiful place that it’s totally worth it. The breakfast is fantastic, and you can even enjoy a whiskey tasting with one of their specialists. Overall, it was a wonderful stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay at The Scot. The location was perfect. Walking distance to The Royal Mile, Edinborough Castle, Holyrood Palace, and Arthur's Seat.