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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
R1 643
Cheapest

rate per night

8,9
Very good
based on 3366 reviews
3 366 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
R1 643
Double room
R5 397
King room
R5 840
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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 3 366 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Scholar

Thu 18/9
Fri 19/9
Double room
1 king bed
R5 397
nightly with fees
1 twin bed
R5 607
nightly with fees
King room
bed type unknown
R5 840
nightly with fees
Standard Room
bed type unknown
R8 922
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
R1 643
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R2 292
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R2 521
nightly with fees
*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

Accessibility and suitability

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

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
3366 verified ratings
Wonderful
2031
Very good
699
Good
338
Okay
137
Fair
82
Mediocre
51
Poor
28

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location, comfortable beds, and friendly staff. However, some mentioned issues with noise levels and felt that the value for the price was not satisfactory, particularly regarding room quality and maintenance.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Bed Comfort8.5 out of 10
Value for Price3 out of 10
Noise Level3 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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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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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 South, 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 12,6 km from Edinburgh Turnhouse. The Scholar is 57,9 km from Dundee.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8,3
2,2 km
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