The Scholar | Hotel in Edinburgh

| 8.9 (3272 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  4 Bathrooms  8 Guests
Newington Hotel | The Scholar

Hotel in Newington, Edinburgh

The Scholar is a newly refurbished hotel located in the beautiful grounds of the Pollack Estate, just a few minutes’ walk from Arthurs Seat, Holyrood Park and the Meadows and within walking distance of all of the City’s world famous landmarks. The local Southside neighborhood buzzes with small restaurants, bars and an eclectic mix of independent shops. All bedrooms are luxurious and feature large beds, Elite mattresses and quality linen to ensure the best possible night’s sleep. All rooms also include a TV with a whole host of channels, award winning Novus tea and cafetiere coffee and a desk with ample work space. Our large bathrooms include rainfall showers, Arran Aromatics toiletries and fluffy towels. The hotel’s contemporary restaurant, bar and garden dining area proudly serve the highest quality breakfast, lunch and dinner, focusing on using locally sourced Scottish ingredients, allowing you to sample Edinburgh’s excellent food and drink scene without needing to leave the hotel. We also offer free Wifi throughout the hotel and free onsite parking including a large number of electric car charging points. We acknowledge the importance of dogs as cherished family members, and it's our pleasure to extend our hospitality to them. We kindly request guests who plan to bring dogs to notify us after booking their stay. Charges are applicable Our friendly staff go above and beyond to make this the perfect place for to stay all types of travelers.

The Scholar is located in Edinburgh.

This 84 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Accessibility, Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 3272 reviews with the average score of 8.9 . Coming to Edinburgh and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
View
Accessibility
Security/Safety
EV Charge Station
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Child Friendly
Internet

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Parking
  • Street parking
  • Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Free parking
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
General
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property
  • Pet friendly
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safe
Guest Services
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Pet basket
  • Baggage storage
  • Pet bowls
  • Room service
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Key card access
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed upon request and charges may apply.

Free car parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. unfortunately, spaces are limited and the property cannot guarantee they will always be available, only nonrefundable rates must be paid for before arrival, for more than 15 pax booked within one party, we reserve the right to amend the payment and cancellation terms for the booking.guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.39
Location:
8.56
Staff:
9.45
Facilities:
9.03
Comfort:
9.39
Cleanliness:
9.42
George
Dec 15, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Deluxe Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Deluxe Double Room

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Toilet, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Laptop safe, Trash cans, Iron, Key card access, Safe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Living Area

Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs
Deluxe Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 25 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Deluxe Twin Room

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Toilet, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Laptop safe, Trash cans, Iron, Key card access, Safe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Living Area

Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs
Deluxe Single Room
Room Type: Single
Room Size: 10 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
Deluxe Single Room

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Toilet, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Laptop safe, Trash cans, Iron, Key card access, Safe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens
Family Room
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 25 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Futon bed(s) Bed
Family Room

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Toilet, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Laptop safe, Trash cans, Iron, Key card access, Safe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Sofa bed
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