Masson House
18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH16 5AY, United Kingdom
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18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH16 5AY, United Kingdom
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.

Hotel Services and Facilities

Free WiFi Free parking Free breakfast Pet friendly

Hotel facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Garden
  • Golf Course
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Bar
  • 24-Hour Front Desk
  • Elevator
  • Heating
  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour security
  • Family Rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Off-Site parking
  • Restaurant(s)
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Pet basket
  • Pet bowls
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • First aid kit available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Invoices
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Electronic room key
  • Daily disinfection
  • Luggage storage & lockers
  • Non-smoking property
  • Physical/social distancing guidelines
  • Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
  • Pets allowed (charges may apply)
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  • Edinburgh International Airport - 7.76 mi
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Museums

  • Huntly House Museum - 0.69 mi
  • Our Dynamic Earth - 0.69 mi
  • Talbot Rice Gallery - 0.75 mi
  • National Museums Of Scotland - 0.78 mi
  • National Museum of Scotland - 0.78 mi
  • Museum Of Edinburgh - 0.78 mi
  • Huntly House - 0.80 mi
  • People's Story - 0.80 mi
  • Carson Clark Gallery - 0.80 mi
  • Peoples Story Museum - 0.80 mi
  • Royal Museum - 0.83 mi
  • Museum of Scotland - 0.83 mi
  • John Knox House Museum - 0.85 mi
  • Museum of Childhood - 0.86 mi
  • Portfolio Gallery - 0.88 mi
  • Police Information Centre - 0.92 mi
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stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
I recently stayed at The Scholar Hotel in Edinburgh, and it truly exceeded my expectations. It’s a peaceful, quiet retreat nestled among beautiful trees and greenery, offering a calm atmosphere that’s perfect for relaxing after a day in the city. What truly stood out for me was the exceptional service. The staff were not only professional and friendly, but genuinely went out of their way to help — even before being asked. Their kindness and efficiency made a lasting impression. After a disappointing experience with another booking platform, I made a same-day reservation at The Scholar. Despite the short notice, the team welcomed us warmly and checked us into all three rooms quickly and smoothly. Their support during a stressful moment is something I’ll never forget. The location is also fantastic — just a 2-minute walk to the bus station, with regular buses that reach the city centre in about 10 minutes. I wholeheartedly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Edinburgh. I’ll definitely be staying here again!
I truly appreciate the hotel’s beautiful surroundings, with its lush greenery and abundance of trees — it creates a wonderfully serene atmosphere. However, given the natural setting, I would recommend scheduling regular ceiling cleaning, as we noticed a number of spiders in one of the rooms we booked.
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
This was a return stay for us as we stayed in 2024. This is a fantastic hotel set in a secure area within walking distance of the city centre. 30 minutes gets you to the royal mile at a leisurely pace. The room was very comfortable and the staff went out of their way to get the room which would suit us best. We were in room 104 and thanks to the American lady in front desk for her assistance in choosing an airy room. The hotel also had passes for the nearby gym which was excellent. All in all a great stay.
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stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Fast check-in and check-out, location is good, welcoming staff, room size was excellent, and nice surroundings.
Housekeeping was average, WiFi was extremely bad, and breakfast options were very limited.
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
We had a top floor room that had opening windows, including the skylights in the ceiling. The room was spacious and had two comfortable chairs and a table as well as a king size bed. There was free parking and a lovely breakfast selection. Staff were great and always helpful.
Nothing.
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
It is located in the university accommodation compound surrounded by green mature trees and far from the noise. A short walk to the bus station if you didn't drive and free private parking if you do, which is RARE in Edinburgh (this was the selling point for us). About half an hour easy bus ride to Town Center. There is a restaurant that serves good food, drink and music, the same restaurant serves breakfast. Elevator service, helpful staff and the room is the size of a regular home bedroom. Toilet was clean and with good water pressure. Good shower ammenities too. Coffee machine, kettle, tea, hot chocolate and cookies were provided. Decent bed and pillows.
No AC and can be warm at night. We tried opening the window but since our room was exactly above the restaurant and its outdoor sitting area, we could hear every conversation and jokes the guests were at. Stains on carpet and mouldy smell along the corridoor, from the carpet. No space to open the suitcases and since there is no storage space in the closet, we had no choice but to move the chairs around just to have our suitcases on the floor opened. The bathroom is clean but the sink is tiny with no place to hang our hand/face towels. A hook or two would help. The shower has no door but just a small panel of glass and the bathroom got wet when someone showered. Can be dangerous and slippery.
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The room is beautiful, and so is the bathroom. The location in the middle of the university campus was something very special.
The rooms are not air-conditioned and the windows could only be opened a bit. Breakfast was nothing special for a 4-star hotel.
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Lovely rom nice and clean.
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Cooked well and staff were lovely.
Coffee.
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Friendly staff, they were very generous and gave me some chocolate because it was my birthday. Nice breakfast buffet, clean and modern room.
The location was not great, it was quite a walk from the centre but the hotel was still very expensive in my personal opinion. Also the curtains in the room were hilarious and bizarre - the curtains were straight up and down but the windows were at an angle so they didn't block any sunlight out.
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The rooms were very comfortable and nicely decorated.
The shower area needs to be enclosed. A bigger person would end up splashing water all over the bathroom. Possibly also attach a dispenser for the shampoo, shower gel and conditioner instead of placing it on the floor. The room I got was facing the road, which is noisy in the morning with deliveries etc, especially with an open window during a warmer summer. Maybe some form of air circulator to get in some outdoor air
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Really enjoyed our stay. Rooms are nicely sized. Bathroom was big as well. Accommodated us well booking last minute . Staff very polite . Bfast wasn’t too bad. Close to a bus stop. Beautiful surroundings given it’s on U of Edinburgh campus
Nothing
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
Very friendly staff at the breakfast room. Peaceful surroundings at the university campus next to a park and views to Arthur’s Seat. Walkable distance to city center, about 2 km.
Below the standard of a 4 star hotel, e.g. no air-conditioning and dietary options at breakfast. Very pricy for this level of quality. Cleaning personnel didn’t perform very well, maybe students? Uber drivers did not drive up to the hotel, but left customers at the university reception, which is not nice if it rains.
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Area information

    Airports Show all on map »

    • Edinburgh International Airport - 7.76 mi
    • RAF Leuchars - 32.07 mi
    • Perth - 35.29 mi
    • Dundee Airport - 35.81 mi

    Hospitals

      Hospitals Show all on map »
      • Sir Jules Thorn Exhibition of the History of Surgery - 0.60 mi

    Museums

      Art Galleries Show all on map »
      • Huntly House Museum - 0.69 mi
      • Our Dynamic Earth - 0.69 mi
      • Talbot Rice Gallery - 0.75 mi
      • National Museums Of Scotland - 0.78 mi
      • National Museum of Scotland - 0.78 mi
      • Museum Of Edinburgh - 0.78 mi
      • Huntly House - 0.80 mi
      • People's Story - 0.80 mi
      • Carson Clark Gallery - 0.80 mi
      • Peoples Story Museum - 0.80 mi
      • Royal Museum - 0.83 mi
      • Museum of Scotland - 0.83 mi
      • John Knox House Museum - 0.85 mi
      • Museum of Childhood - 0.86 mi
      • Portfolio Gallery - 0.88 mi
      • Police Information Centre - 0.92 mi

    Services

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      • Royal Commonwealth Pool - 0.89 mi

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      • Holyrood Park - 83 f
      • Greyfriars Kirk - 0.84 mi
      • Calton Hill - 0.94 mi
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      • St Marks Unitarian Church - 0.20 mi
      • Holyroodhouse Palace - 0.72 mi
      • St. Giles Cathedral - 0.94 mi
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      • Queen's Hall - 0.33 mi
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      • The Queens Hall - 0.39 mi
      • Surgeons Hall - 0.57 mi
      • Edinburgh Festival Theatre - 0.64 mi
      • Festival Theatre - 0.67 mi
      Golf Courses Show all on map »
      • Prestonfield Golf Club - 0.41 mi
      Colleges and Universities Show all on map »
      • Edinburgh University Collection of Musical Instruments - 0.66 mi
      • University of Edinburgh - 0.69 mi
      • Edinburgh College of Art - 0.79 mi
      Monuments and Landmarks Show all on map »
      • Palace of Holyroodhouse - 0.68 mi
      • George IV Bridge - 0.87 mi
      • Greyfriars Bobby Memorial - 0.87 mi
      • Brass Rubbing Centre - 0.90 mi
      • Nelson Monument - 0.94 mi
      Things to do Show all on map »
      • Rent A Bike - 0.82 mi
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      Other Show all on map »
      • Arthurs Seat - 0.57 mi
      • The Happy Gang - 0.74 mi
      • The Meadows - 0.74 mi
      • The Peoples Story - 0.79 mi
      • Gilded Balloon Box Office - 0.79 mi
      • Mercat Tours - 0.81 mi
      • The New Street Exhibition Space - 0.84 mi
      • Magdalen Chapel - 0.93 mi
      • Loch Ness Discovery Centre - 0.94 mi

Masson House

18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH16 5AY, United Kingdom