18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, EH16 5AY, United Kingdom
#36 of 169 hotels in Edinburgh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 580 hotel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Location
8.4
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.2
Value for money
7.8
Free WiFi
8.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 30 May 2024
Michael
United StatesNo elevator
It is a beautiful hotel with good service and a great breakfast.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 30 May 2024
Orsolya
RomaniaWe didn't like at all the The scholar brasserie which in this moment is the only dining solution provided by the hotel, but as I understood form The Scott team's feedback, they will open soon a fine dining restaurant in the hotel which is I applaud and in case we come to Edinburgh this year, surely will come and try it.
Everything was great with the room, the staff and the facilities. We did not have breakfast, but I'm sure it was great also.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Marabia
ItalyEnjoyed my breakfast with à la carte selection. Garden and the baronial house are impressive.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Thomas
United StatesExtremely comfortable room and lovely bathroom, beautiful exterior and interior, locked up safely at night, sweet little teas and water and hard candies available in the lobby. Nicely landscaped as well.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
John
United KingdomOur particular room on the top floor had sloping ceilings, which meant that it was tricky getting all of the furniture in comfortably. We particularly missed not having a half / full length mirror.
Good location, Car parking available, Spacious reception areas, (bar / lounge, sitting room, breakfast room and a reception hall with seating and free tea and coffee making facilities,). Friendly and helpful staff. Beds made and room refreshed every day. Good bathroom.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Melanie
United KingdomBecause you had to get your own coffee and tea at breakfast, there was a long wait to get it and, by the time we got back, our cooked breakfast had been delivered and was cold. The staff didn't think about the fact that we weren't there and keep an eye out for that. Breakfast staff were not very friendly generally.
The decor was exceptional and the comfort of the bed. The reception staff were incredibly helpful and cheerful. A lovely feeling to the whole hotel.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Grant
United Arab EmiratesBreakfast staff weren’t so friendly, no smiles and a little unwelcoming.
Beautiful building, great breakfast.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 17 May 2024
David
United StatesShower drain was slow
Beautiful and friendly staff
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Ahmed
AustraliaBreakfast was very good but May need a little more varieties Stayed there for 9 days - same breakfast daily
Exceptional in all aspects Lovely location and the staff were very nice Edinburgh is a beautiful city to visit
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Mcaleer
AustraliaEverything was fantastic. 😊
Excellent customer service. A big thank you to Heather at the reception desk, Finn behind the bar, waiters at breakfast & Greg the concierge. Also a big thank you to the house keepers. Our room was immaculate.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 10 May 2024
Toria
United KingdomBreakfast was quite dry, I feel £630 for 2 nights was overpriced.
Great hotel, beautiful room, fantastic staff, gorgeous grounds and a 20 min walk into town.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Medea
United StatesNone, loved everything
Amazing hotel, very cozy and romantic
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Brian
United StatesProperty is absolutely lovely in every way. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 8 May 2024
Alex
SpainEverything was wonderful, from the room, to the bathroom, to all the common areas. Breakfast was great value for money and served in a very nice setting.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Matthias314
Germany-
Beautiful building, very beautiful rooms for breakfast, friendly staff, modern but cozy bedroom
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Eriko
New ZealandNothing. Everything was outstanding!
The service was outstanding. All of the staff members were so friendly and helpful, we felt so welcomed. The food, the decors, the room... everything was beyond our expectation!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 4 May 2024
Renee
United StatesNo elevator to upper level rooms but understand and honestly it would seem odd to have one in such a charming manor
Warm greeting upon arrival. The staff were excellent. The property was beautiful. Location of the property was wonderful. Walking distance to center and area attractions. Such a quiet place to wind down after a long day of exploring
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Andrew
United KingdomBreakfast was busy and did not appear to be as well ran as on staying on previous occasions. Preferred the previous set up where all breakfast was in the same room, including buffet. Appeared disjointed. For the price charged a fridge in the room would have been a welcome addition.
Excellent room, very spacious and comfortable bed, great bathroom and shower.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Ngoza
South AfricaOnly one type of pillow
Attention to what travellers need
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Jonathan
IrelandThe hotel being on university grounds was unexpected. The honesty bar was advertised on multiple occasions but when we arrived we found that was not in service.
Beautiful hotel, very classy. Special shout out to Matthew, Finn and Angela in the Scholer as they were great! The grounds were well kept and not far from the city centre.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 26 April 2024
Cassandra
United StatesIts interior design and quiet location.
Great cappuccino machine and guest breakfast.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 25 April 2024
David
United KingdomCouldn’t find fault.
A secret gem in the City of Edinburgh. Staff were excellent throughout. Breakfast was cooked fresh. Clean very tidy and very nice setting.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Ngoza
South AfricaN/A
Location, food, room size , all the little extra comforts , and the staff are amazing
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Nadège
FranceI’d suggest to add a big mirror in the bathroom
The staff, the place, the location… everything!
Stayed in April 2024
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