Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

2.0 star property
Hostel with a conference centre, near Royal Mile
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Exterior
Free WiFi
Free WiFi
Free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant
  • Business services
    Business services

Explore the area

Map
18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AY
  • University of Edinburgh
    13 min walk
  • National Museum of Scotland
    4 min drive
  • Royal Mile
    4 min drive
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    38 min drive

Room options

Twin Room (Single Use)

Highlights

Electric kettle
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Edinburgh

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation puts you in the centre of Edinburgh, 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Royal Mile and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Edinburgh Castle. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a conference centre. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area and wedding services. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Southside hostel include University of Edinburgh and Grassmarket.

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Royal Mile - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Princes Street - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 6 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 10 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Southern - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Holyrood Distillery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Abbey - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Southpour - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

Hostel with a conference centre, near Royal Mile
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation also features gift shops/newsstands, a garden, and a picnic area.

This Edinburgh hostel is smoke free.

  • 2000 guestrooms or units
  • Conference centre
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation offers 2000 accommodations with free toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 5 November and 25 May.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Edinburgh First Pollock Halls
Pollock Halls
Pollock Halls Edinburgh First
Pollock Halls House
Pollock Halls House Edinburgh First
Edinburgh First Hotel
First Hotel Edinburgh
Pollock Halls - Edinburgh 1st
Pollock Halls - Edinburgh First Hotel Edinburgh
Pollock Halls - Edinburgh First Scotland
Pollock Halls Hostel Edinburgh
Pollock Halls Hostel
Pollock Halls Edinburgh
Pollock Halls - Edinburgh First Hotel
Pollock Halls
Pollock Estate Summer Accommodation
Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh
Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh Campus Accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?

The closest beach to Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation is Portobello Beach (4.2 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?

No, Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?

No, pets are not allowed.

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 373 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 476 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1000 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location and breakfast. Mattresses were a bit firm but comfortable. Lovely environment and atmosphere and great security.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Phil, Maple Ridge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pretty good.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Eva

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
In many ways this is a nice place to stay. But! The wifi / internet service is as slow as molasses. I stayed in two different buildings and the problem was the same. So I think the problem is not with the wifi signal but with the total internet bandwidth that the property subscribes to. You need to increase the total capacity.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's a very nice place except that some guests think that the hallways are a place to party or talk loudly on their speakerphones. Why don't they do these things in their rooms instead of in the hallways?
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Yuryana Lau

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The accommodations seem to be popular with adults of varying ages who seem to be traveling independently in groups and for academic meetings, not typical tourists on holiday. The cafeteria for the included breakfast was mobbed but run efficiently. The view of Arthur’s seat from my modest room was remarkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Festival stay
Very clean. Some door & lift noise overnight. Hot running water was a little sketchy. Breakfast buffet was bountious.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ronald, Muswell Hill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As this is probably the fifth time I've been here, I have said everything already. It's good,especially at festival time. The breakfast is brilliant. Not a fan of single beds, but I knew before I booked so it was a known known.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nargiz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lift was out of service, it was really hard to carry a heavy luggage to the 4th floor. But in check out day the staff member helped me
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great place. Only downside is that it is not that well isolated noise wise and you can hear the doors close quite clearly. Pretty great otherwise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The stay was as lovely. Fresh towels and bedding provided. Bathroom was nice and clean. Under the beds looked like they have been missed cleaning wise in a while. Oh well. All and all a great place to stay! Close to Arthur's Seat and a less then half hours walk to The Royal Mile. The included breakfast is incredible! The staff and patron's staying are extremely friendly. A great hub to enjoy Scotland! Will stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kyla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is very much a dorm situation, so be prepared to have ear plugs for noisy neighbors. Staff were great and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Considering how much of a rip off every other type of accommodation is in Edinburgh, this was a good deal. The breakfast was superb; better than most expensive hotels!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy, Las Vegas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here. The property is beautiful and quiet. Breakfast is amazing. Bring your own coffee or tea because there is access to a kettle. Bed was extremely comfy. Shared bathrooms seemed to always be available and they were clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

SAMIRA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Wei

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Eugene

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom was not cleaned, it was still dusty when we arrived even though we had to wait 45 minutes during the check-in
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great use of halls!
Great use of the Halls outside of term time!! Pillows could have been better!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024