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The Scott

4.0 star property
4-star eco-certified hotel near Edinburgh Castle

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

Map
18 Holyrood Park Rd, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AY
  • University of Edinburgh
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Festival Theatre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Royal Mile
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪42 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 Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. Royal Commonwealth Pool and Holyrood Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 14 min walk
  • Arthur's Seat - 3 min drive
  • Royal Mile - 5 min drive
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min drive
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 7 min drive

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 Edinburgh Castle
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

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 15.50 for adults and GBP 15.50 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
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 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

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 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
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 Jan 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scott on Jan 24, 2025 start from $192.64, 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 15.50 for adults and GBP 15.50 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

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 296 out of 365 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 365 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 365 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 365 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 365 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Eva

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely stay. We didn’t get to enjoy the restaurant since we were out exploring, but the bar area was fantastic and the staff was extremely helpful. Loved the room. It was quiet and cozy. The bed was very comfortable. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blaze

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here a week and a half for our honeymoon. It was lovely! Very helpful staff, comfortable bedding, clean rooms, and a nice breakfast spread. No complaints whatsoever!! It's close to a bunch of lovely shops and places to eat. We did not have a single boring moment the whole trip! The building is old, so lifts aren't available, but that wasn't an issue for us. Would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at The Scott was a special experience! The property is gorgeous and the staff was friendly and eager to help. My room was large, nicely appointed, very clean and comfortable. The good was excelllent. One note: there was only one available outlet in my room, and it was nowhere near a mirror. I hope to stay here again (but next time I will bring my lighted makeup travel mirror!)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aleisha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were lovely, as was the downstairs rooms. Right in the middle of the student living area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with beautiful rooms. Very helpful and considerate staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yan L Kelvin

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ceri

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was really very comfortable and the reception and bar staff were absolutely lovely, very good service that made a great first impression. Dining options in the Scott were somewhat limited though, and when dining in the "Scholar", staff there seemed to struggle to do their jobs (didn't write down orders & so kept forgetting what people had asked for, got things wrong, seated a poor woman after the kitchen had closed and didn't know what food on the menu was) so I got a takeaway the next night, which was lovely. I suspect they were all new students and they'll hopefully get better over time! Breakfast was good though, decent selection, good tea, and again, with lovely (competent) staff. My room was made up beautifully whilst I was out, for both days of my stay, and reception staff were extremely helpful in tracking down some stationery items I needed to do some work whilst I was there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah Scott, Eaton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is great in every aspect except two. Parking can be difficult as they have limited spots. Also, the dinner. Menu is limited and prices are very high. We did not get dinner while out one day and quickly realized we should ha e. We planned better after that day and found food while out and about. They front desk staff are phenomenal and answered all of our questions and gave us suggestions too. Everyone was polite way beyond what we would expect staying in a stateside hotel. We loved our stay here and highly recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diamante

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing. Everyone was very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable thank you for making our stay easy and enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

tomasz

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

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Traveled with partner
Staff was professional and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Above and beyond
This hotel goes above and beyond to make your stay wonderful. No lift though but they are very helpful with the luggage. Will definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Scott is an excellent hotel with staff that is efficient and courteous in all manner. The hotel and property are impeccable with many recent upgrades that create at atmosphere of class. Our finest hotel and stay in a two week trip to the UK and Ireland. I highly recommend booking a room at the Scott.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Could not connect to the wifi 👎👎pretty far walk from main attraction
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was possibly our favorite hotel in a month-long trip in Scotland. It is in an ideal location--close to everything (walkable) but quiet and peaceful. The staff was incredibly helpful and thoughtful especially because the airline lost our luggage. The hotel staff, especially Ashleigh, worked very hard to try to trace the luggage. We were amazed at her persistence and thoughtfulness. Our only quibble about the hotel is that the two places we ate dinner (the only nearby options) were not very good. They were not part of the hotel, but the hotel does not offer dinners. The breakfast, though, was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building, staff, location and style were all excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catharine

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caridad

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If I'm ever in Edinburgh again, I know where I'm staying. The architecture, the service, the comfort, the location. Immaculate and among our group of 6, it was our favorite stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accommodation, close to a bus that takes you to the Royal mile in only 10 minutes
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming 18th century estate with easy transportation to the Royal Mile. Old charm with modern amenities. Good restaurants nearby. Excellent and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

clara, Irvine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in an amazing setting with delicious breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024