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The Scholar
4 stars

The Scholar

18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, EH16 5AY, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
See location+44 131 651 2007
From
RM 317
Cheapest

rate per night

8.9
Very good
based on 3318 reviews
3,318 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
RM 317
Double room
RM 1,304
King room
RM 1,411
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Overview

Located in Edinburgh, Salisbury Green Hotel & Bistro is a short drive from Edinburgh Castle and Arthur's Seat. It is a short walk from The Queen's Hall, and provides views of Holyrood Park.

The hotel has 123 rooms and has been recently refurbished. The front desk operates around the clock and the friendly staff can recommend places to visit and provide other tourist information.

Salisbury Green Hotel & Bistro's rooms provide a telephone, plus all the necessities for a comfortable stay. They are also fitted with a shower and a hair dryer.

The hotel is surrounded by the area's sightseeing attractions, including the Edinburgh Central Mosque, which is within walking distance. Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station is within a half-an-hour walk.

8.9
Very good rating
Based on 3,318 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Scholar

Tue 5/8
Wed 6/8
King room
bed type unknown
RM 1,411
Standard Room
bed type unknown
RM 1,723
bed type unknown
RM 2,156
Double room
1 king bed
RM 1,304
1 twin bed
RM 1,958
Deluxe room
2 twin beds
RM 317
bed type unknown
RM 397
bed type unknown
RM 571
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at The Scholar

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Coffee machine

General

  • Family rooms
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Parking and transportation

  • EV charging station
  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Lift
  • No smoking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Workspace

  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Bicycle hire
  • Golf

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Outdoor

  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Sofa bed

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of The Scholar

8.9
Very good
3318 verified ratings
Wonderful
1993
Very good
690
Good
335
Okay
139
Fair
86
Mediocre
49
Poor
26

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location, friendly service, and good breakfast options. Many found the hotel clean and comfortable, although some mentioned small room sizes and issues with WiFi. Overall, it offers good value for the price, especially for those visiting Edinburgh.
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Service9 out of 10
Location9 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Breakfast8.5 out of 10
Value for Price8 out of 10
Bed Comfort8 out of 10
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7.4
Good
Anonymous, Dec 2015
Pros (+) Great Breakfast, Nice and friendly personnel, room was good but a bit small if you are with two people
Cons (-) Shower was a bit small. WiFi registration was cumbersome and WIFI dropped out and I could not get back in for two days

Location

18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, EH16 5AY

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh1.3 km
  • National Museum of Scotland1.4 km
  • Scottish Parliament Building1.5 km
  • The Royal Mile1.5 km
  • Holyrood Palace1.6 km
  • St Giles' Cathedral1.7 km
  • Grassmarket1.8 km
  • Calton Hill2 km
  • Edinburgh Castle2.1 km
  • Princes Street Gardens2.1 km
  • Princes Street2.2 km
  • St. Andrew Square2.2 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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FAQs when booking at The Scholar

  • Where is The Scholar located?

    The Scholar is located at 18 Holyrood Park Road in Newington, 2.2 km from the centre of Edinburgh. University of Edinburgh is the closest landmark to The Scholar.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Scholar?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Scholar.

  • Does The Scholar offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Scholar offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The Scholar offer free parking?

    Yes, The Scholar offers free parking.

  • How far is The Scholar from the airport?

    The Scholar is 12.7 km from Edinburgh Turnhouse. The Scholar is 58.1 km from Dundee.

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Distance to airport

8.3
2.2 km
Edinburgh Turnhouse
12.6 km

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