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The Scott

4.0 star property
4-star eco-certified hotel near Royal Mile

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Lounge
Property grounds
Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

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18 Holyrood Park Rd, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AY
  • University of Edinburgh
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Royal Mile
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪6 min drive‬

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

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

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Royal Mile - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Grassmarket - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Princes Street - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Abbey - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Southpour - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Old Bell Inn - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Salisbury Arms - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Scott

4-star eco-certified hotel near Royal Mile
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The eco-certified The Scott also features a garden and a front-desk safe. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Scott offers 36 accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

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

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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

  • 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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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 at the property
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: 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Scott Hotel
The Scott Edinburgh
The Scott Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Scott to the airport?

The Scott is 14.7 mi (42-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 Scott?

As of Mar 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scott on Mar 30, 2025 start from $159.34, 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 Scott have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Scott.

How close is The Scott to the beach?

This hotel is 3.5 mi (18-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 13.5 mi (34-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Scott offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Scott, 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 Scott?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Scott?

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

Is there free parking at The Scott?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Scott have a pool?

The Scott does not have a pool.

Does The Scott have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Scott have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Scott to downtown Edinburgh?

The Scott is 1.2 mi away from Edinburgh.

The Scott Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 322 out of 391 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 391 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 391 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 391 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 391 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maranda

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ting Huen Britta

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

K

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic!
Fantastic stay. Very welcoming reception. Beautiful room and public areas. Great service. Hightly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

XINFANG

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time here, highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable stay lovely hotel , however the 1st morning breakfast was cold on cold plates ,2nd day was much better . The alacarte menu was very ltd choice and also had to ask the waitress if our Main Courses The Monk Fish was meant to be cold as the little white turnips were completely cold and the Monkfish was not even Luke warm. She apoligised and took back to get heated through.once this was done it was ok but by that time we were so disappointed . Then I asked if they made liqueur coffees don’t think she had heard of this. Anyway the answer was no. I should have asked for a coffee and a Liqueur on the side ,but took one of the sweets instead . A bit disappointed because of these hiccups but overall we thought it was a beautiful hotel .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Professional and Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Atte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shruti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just a beautiful little boutique hotel with a fantastic staff! Thank you for a lovely short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kira

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous. Would happily recommend
Amazing independent hotel in central Edinburgh. Really good staff. Welcoming, helpful, efficient. Room was spacious , luxurious and comfortable. Great mattress . Had a lovely quiet sleep. Breakfast excellent. Great choice and quality. Beware the electric car chargers. The Tesla one is Tesla only ( unlike most of their Superchargers) and the ChargePlace Scotland ones wouldn’t work from the app. Had to ring ( great customer service) but as couldn’t monitor it on the app, got stung with a £30 overstay charge for staying 15 minutes longer than allowed,which I understand is not from the charger supplier but from Edinburgh council! Nothing to do with The Scott Hotel, who could not have been more hospitable, however. Just be aware and maybe don’t use the EV charger if you have any option.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, very friendly & helpful staff. Room cleaned each day with clean towels. Bed very comfy. Breakfast decent although quality varied from day to day. Couple of niggles: our room was quite cold (it was 0 degrees outside but the old windows struggled). There is no lift too, so bare that in mind but staff did help get one of our two bags upstairs. Restaurant extremely good, well recommended especially for the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leona

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Amanda Clare

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent small friendly hotel. Last time in Edinburgh we stayed at a large quality central hotel, this was a lot better. Great check in, shown to room on 3rd floor. No lift but happy to help with cases. Quiet area, excellent bus connections to centre. Best was no. 30 from city centre/, 12 minutes to Commonwealth pool stop near hotel. Day bus & tram ticket about £6 or use contactless capped at £6. Evening dined at Scholar adjacent sister hotel good food sensible menu. Other restaurants in the area or wide range in the city. Will be back next time in Edinburgh
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mille Vendelbo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Truly a Gem.
Truly a Gem. We elected to stay just out of the city for the free parking and we Ubered into town. The Scott was originally built in the 1770`s and to my un-sophisticated eye - seems to have retained all of its original character, features and architectural features and fittings. They have added all the modern accouterments you would hope (but don't often ) get. Exceptionally clean, well appointed and the personnel are well presented, courteous, and friendly. Often these reviews (not my own, naturellement), have some petty gripe to conclude - I have none, Book, Go, Stay - and be enraptured!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely unique facility. Stay was made great by the staff. Can’t say enough good things about them! Definitely a winner!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Magnífica elección
Execelente hotel. Preciosa Decoracion, ambiente y edificio maravillosos. Muy cerca del centro en una zona encantadora y tranquila, recepcionistas excepcionales. Un diez!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024