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The Scott

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Royal Mile

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Lounge
A hallway with wooden paneling, a floral arrangement on a counter, and a staircase.
Bar (on property)
A historic stone building with multiple towers and a well-maintained lawn.
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double Room

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
(18 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

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)
  • 264 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Signature Double Room

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)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Double Room Single Use

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

Classic Double Room Single Use

  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

  • 264 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Luxury Suite

  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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

  • John McIntyre Conference Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Holyrood Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Commonwealth Pool - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Meadows - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Matto Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Abbey - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Verdo - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Brass Monkey Grange - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Steel Coulson Southside - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Scott

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. The Scott also features a garden, room service (during limited hours), 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 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.

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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 self 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 20 for adults and GBP 20 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
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

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
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.

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 20.00 for adults and GBP 20.00 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit 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 Jul 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scott on Jul 26, 2026 start from $334, including 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 20.00 for adults and GBP 20.00 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. 591 out of 707 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 707 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 707 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 707 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 707 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast and dinner are superb
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and hotel would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Zilkha paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, excellent breakfast, easy to get into the center using the bus.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff, beautifully designed, excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Natalie Tasha

This was a beautiful stay, immaculate room and facilities and quiet, peaceful with heritage and charm. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay. Wonderful breakfast and extremity kind and courteous staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

mareen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent stay would reccomend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
gorgeous rooms, the best staff and lovely food and bar!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Mei Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast selection was good but dinner is a bit lacking cooking wise
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant stay, breakfast is epic. Staff are super friendly and helpful and an unexpected birthday treat which was lovely. Thanks for a fabulous stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stacatruc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly, cosy and lovely interior hotel in a great location. Delicious breakfast and very snuggly bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, lovely atmosphere, room nice, bed incredibly comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic stay at The Scott, the staff were kind and the hotel is clean and beautifully furnished.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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Stayed for
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved iit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff giving a feel of a personal service.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect right from check in to checking out. Staff was very helpful, the room was comfortable and close to the city centre. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Camilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel on university grounds a stone throw away from the Royal Mile with great bus connections. Staff were really polite and friendly, making us feel welcome from the moment we arrived to when we left. Our room was spacious but cozy, with a very comfy bed. Breakfast was delicious and we really enjoyed it. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Second time staying at The Scott and very much enjoyed our stay again. The hotel is lovely and the staff are great. Will definitely be visiting again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025