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Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

2.0 star property
Hostel with restaurant, near Edinburgh Castle

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Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

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Interior
Property grounds
Free WiFi
British cuisine
Free WiFi

Overview of Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

8.2 out of 10 Very good
8.2/10 Very good

Property highlights

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
Map
18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AY
Main amenities
  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Conference centre
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Picnic area
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike hire
Feel at home
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lift
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Free toiletries

Room options

Twin Room (Single Use)

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Single Room, Ensuite

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Twin Room, Ensuite

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

About this area

What's nearby

  • In Southside
  • University of Edinburgh - 13 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 21 min walk
  • Princes Street - 27 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 29 min walk
  • George Street - 31 min walk
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 32 min walk
  • National Museum of Scotland - 4 min drive
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse - 4 min drive
  • Grassmarket - 5 min drive
  • St. Giles' Cathedral - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 34 min drive
  • Newcraighall Station - 10 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 24 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 25 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 29 min walk

Restaurants

  • Kims Mini Meals - 14 min walk
  • Blonde Restaurant - 9 min walk
  • Voujon - 8 min walk
  • Dishoom Edinburgh - 7 min drive
  • The Southern - 10 min walk

About this property

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation puts you within a 10-minute drive of Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Princes Street and Edinburgh Zoo are within a short drive.

Languages

English

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter
Follows the regional cleaning and disinfection practices of We're Good To Go (UK)
Follows the industry cleaning and disinfection practices of Ecolab (third-party expert - Global) and COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO)

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Hand sanitiser provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
Individually wrapped food options available for breakfast
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 2000 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 3:00 PM until midnight
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No on-site parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Conference centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Weekly housekeeping

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 5 November and 25 May.
The property will be renovating from 21 August 2023 to 6 September 2023 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; guests are provided with hand sanitiser; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Contactless check-out is available.

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.

Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We're Good To Go (UK) guidelines.

This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of Ecolab (third-party expert - Global) and COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO).

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

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

Is Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation currently open?
The property is closed between 5 November and 25 May.
Does Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitiser, social distancing measures are in place and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Are pets allowed at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?
You can check in from 3:00 PM - midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation and nearby?
Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers British cuisine.
What's the area around Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation like?
Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation is in Southside, a short 13-minute walk from University of Edinburgh and 2 minutes' walk from Holyrood Park.

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Chi Wai Jack, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very large area, huge selection in breakfast. Location is very convenient.
Debajyoti, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Summer Stays - or, Pollock Halls, as I know it - always does its visitors proud. I've been d"doing" the Fringe for years and this must be one of the cheapest stays in Edinburgh during August. The place, as usual, this year was immaculate. The greeting staff are amazingly friendly and patient with the thousands who turn up on their doorstep. The place does its best to be eco-friendly, even with the great, inclusive, breakfast and the variety of different level of rooms to choose from (if you book early enough) must suit all pockets. OK it's not Princes Street or the Royal Mile - but they're all close at hand and the brooding presence of Arthur's Seat (hill/mountain) is right on the doorstep if you fancy a fitness challenge. The staff - from the kitchens to the gardens and beyond do the place proud. Thanks for a great stay!
Mike, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Unlikely to return
My only complaint is about the room. All other aspects were good especially the breakfast. The beds were clean and comfortable the bathroom was clean but the shower cubicle was poorly maintained. The carpets were just filthy and unhoovered with food under the bed. For the price we paid I was not happy
neil tattersall, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Fariha, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Barbara, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Paul, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

ROBERT, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Alex, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

alison, 1-night trip
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