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)
  • Bicycle rental (charges may apply)
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stayed in November, 2023
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in November, 2023
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in November, 2023
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Everything was lovely, the staff, the rooms and the hotel was spotless, this is a return visit. 20 min walk to the Royal Mile. Brilliant selection for breakfast. Will definitely keep returning.
Nothing
stayed in November, 2023
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in October, 2023
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in October, 2023
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Everything
stayed in October, 2023
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in October, 2023
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
Clean and convenient- breakfast is good
Non of the EV chargers seemed to work except the single Tesla charger which was fortunately free. Took an hour of messing about with an apologetic staff member to get sorted. Single room was minute. You have to remember this hotel was a student accommodation block before it was tarted up for the open market. At 297 for B and B for two nights its expensive.
stayed in October, 2023
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in October, 2023
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in September, 2023
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
- Easy to find - plenty of parking around - large room with comfortable beds - nice tea/coffee making facilities - Nice made to order breakfast + buffet - Definitely value for money in comparison to other hotels around Edinburgh - Easy access via Ubers etc to the centre
- The lunch was a bit weak, good options but didnt taste very good, but Id probably imagine you would be eating out anyways so not a massive issue - the breakfast was good though.
stayed in September, 2023
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in September, 2023
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
I liked the location. Near food, transportation, iconic sites, shopping, all. I loved the quiet of the apartment. It could use a really good mattress. Emergency calls answered promptly. Good service.
I had to call to find the right building after long flights. I had to call to get heat on. Special code needed.
stayed in September, 2023
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in September, 2023
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Comfortable double room and huge bathroom, With Lift and access to car park.
Location a bit far from central - better with rental car, breakfast - had room to improve, pricing - not friendly for solo traveller.
stayed in September, 2023
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Comfortable, good breakfast, walking distance to Fringe venues, close to some great running (ie Holyrood park). And it was available.
Just the price during Fringe. Ouch!
stayed in September, 2023
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
It was clean and well organized
Lack of parking
stayed in September, 2023
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Location is fabulous, including parking, All felt safe and quiet. Staff friendly, polite, and helpful. Room spotless and comfortable, felt very luxurious and well laid out. Huge room and bathroom, top floor. Breakfast delicious and staff helpful and polite. Coffee, toiletries all fabulous, towels and bedding comfortable. The overall feel of the place is lovely, the art, photography and wallpaper, wooden keys and room signs , the design and presentation is gorgeous
Room in the morning was very very warm, nil options to open windows or cooling, I know not a common thing to complain about Scotland being hot, but for future summer stays, will need to consider this.
stayed in September, 2023
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The staff were so helpful and friendly.
Everything was fine.
stayed in September, 2023
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
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Masson House

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