The Scholar  

In the leafy Southside of Edinburgh, tucked into the grounds of the Pollock Estate. Newly refurbished and within easy walking distance of the Royal Mile, the University of Edinburgh, Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat. About 1.8 miles from Edinburgh Castle and close to Princes Street.

Contemporary, newly refreshed rooms with large beds and premium mattresses for a solid night’s sleep. Rooms include TVs, award‑winning tea and cafetière coffee, plus a proper desk and workspace. Bathrooms are generous, with rainfall showers, luxury toiletries and fluffy towels. The hotel sits in a garden setting and the local Southside buzzes with independent bars, restaurants and shops.

Complimentary wired and wireless internet across the property. Free onsite parking and multiple EV charging points (card required and borrowable from reception). Bicycles to rent, a 24‑hour front desk, luggage storage and an on‑site gym. Garden dining area and limited-hours room service. Wake up to leafy, garden-side mornings.

Rooms feature desks and ample workspace plus complimentary wired and wireless internet. Laptop-compatible safes and free onsite parking make short stays and work trips simple.

A contemporary on-site restaurant and bar with garden views serves breakfast, lunch and dinner focused on locally sourced Scottish ingredients. Expect regional flavors like Stornoway black pudding at breakfast. Full breakfasts are served weekdays 7:00–10:00 and weekends 7:30–10:30 (for a fee). Drinks at the bar and room service are available during limited hours.