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The Scott
4 stars

The Scott

18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, EH16 5AY, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
See location+44 131 651 2007
From
£104
Cheapest

rate per night

8.9
Very good
based on 848 reviews
848 reviews
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Overview

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Eco-certified Edinburgh hotel in Southside with free parking Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a 24-hour front desk. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a garden and a front-desk safe. Change of towels is available on request. 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.
Rating
8.9
Very good
Based on 848 verified guest reviews

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at The Scott

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Internet
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

General

  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Kettle
  • Coffee machine
  • Kitchenette

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Private entrance

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board
  • Washing machine

Bedroom

  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoor

  • Garden

Workspace

  • Desk

Things to do

  • Golf

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of The Scott

8.9
Very good
848 verified ratings
Wonderful
545
Very good
162
Good
55
Okay
29
Fair
29
Mediocre
10
Poor
18

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's charming atmosphere, excellent breakfast options, and convenient location near the city center. However, some reviews highlighted issues with service and small room sizes, which detracted from their overall experience.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Breakfast9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Location9 out of 10
Atmosphere8.5 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
Room Size2.5 out of 10
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Location

18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, EH16 5AY

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh0.8 mi
  • National Museum of Scotland0.9 mi
  • Scottish Parliament Building1 mi
  • The Royal Mile1 mi
  • Holyrood Palace1 mi
  • St Giles' Cathedral1.1 mi
  • Grassmarket1.2 mi
  • Calton Hill1.3 mi
  • Edinburgh Castle1.3 mi
  • Princes Street Gardens1.3 mi
  • Princes Street1.4 mi
  • St. Andrew Square1.4 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

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

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Scott

Low season

February

High season

August

Average price (weeknight)

£228

Average price (weekend night)

£272
Cheapest month to stay with an average 50% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 93% rise in price.
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When to book a room at The Scott

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Scott

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Scott, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and January.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Scott, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Sunday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Scott was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £340, while the most expensive was £340.
  • How long should you stay at The Scott? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at The Scott

  • Where is The Scott located?

    The Scott is located at 18 Holyrood Park Road in South, 1.4 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. University of Edinburgh is the closest landmark to The Scott.

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

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

  • Does The Scott offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Scott offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The Scott offer free parking?

    Yes, The Scott offers free parking.

  • How far is The Scott from the airport?

    The Scott is 8 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. The Scott is 36.1 miles from Dundee.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Scott hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Scott in Edinburgh and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Scott and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Scott.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.2

Distance to city centre

1.4 mi

Nearest airport

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Distance to airport

7.8 mi