About

Pollock Halls offers 2* accommodation in Edinburgh to suit every budget and purpose, whether you're coming to the city on holiday, for business or as part of a group visit.

Pollock Halls is seasonal campus accommodation located at the foot of Holyrood Park, and offers safe & affordable bed and breakfast accommodation over the University's summer vacation, with over 2000 rooms available.

Each room on the campus features a telephone, free Wi-Fi, in-room tea/coffee and shared laundry and pantry facilities. Some rooms also offer a TV and a safety deposit box. All rooms are serviced daily and all linen and towels are provided.

Full Scottish breakfast is included in the price, and is served in the John McIntyre Centre in the heart of the private campus grounds. Light meals can also be taken in the bar, and there is an on-site shop and ATM available for use by all guests.

Complimentary internet access is available in all bedrooms and wireless internet access is available in some public areas. Guests will benefit from the 24-hour reception.

Cancellation is 48 hours prior to arrival. In the event of late cancellation, the fee for the first night of stay will be charged.

Please note check out is by 10,30 am, and check-in is from 3pm (early check-in cannot be guaranteed, but luggage can be stored prior to 3pm if required).

**From 21st August, contractors will be on-site to complete essential pipework within the Pollock Estate, which may result in noise at times.
We apologise for any disturbances this may cause.

Access routes to certain buildings may be temporarily restricted but alternative walking routes will be clearly signposted.

Contractors will be onsite between the hours of 8.30am – 5pm Monday to Friday.

Thank you for your understanding and support as we work to maintain our infrastructure.**

* Please be aware up until the 15th August, due to work to the roof of the building, there may be scaffolding on the external walls of the single standard shared bathroom accommodation. Contractors will be onsite between the hours of 9am – 6pm which may result in noise at times. We apologise for any disturbance this may cause. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any further queries

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 10:30

  • Age Restriction
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • No Curfew
  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Breakfast
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Luggage Storage
  • Fax Service
  • ATM
  • Internet access
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
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Reviews

8.9Fabulous(275)
  • Value for Money
    8.0
  • Security
    9.0
  • Atmosphere
    9.0
  • Cleanliness
    9.0
  • Staff
    10.0
  • Location
    9.0
  • Facilities
    8.0
Summary of traveller reviews

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh offers well-managed, clean dorms and a great breakfast. While slightly removed from the city centre, it's close to Arthur's Seat. Some guests noted issues with shared toilet cleanliness and noise at night.

Stayed in Jul 2026
9.7
H
Hailey
Female, 31-40, USA
This was a great experience! Had it been an option when I first came through Edinburgh I would have chosen it then too! I would definitely recommend and I will definitely be back!
Stayed in Jul 2026
8.0
M
Margaret
Female, 41+, USA
Their listing said housekeeping daily . . . 4 nights stay no housekeeping. A lot of high schoolers in my Chancellors Court building, held the door open for everyone. We each had a security key for access. Shared pantry was with 10 rooms, two 1.75 size dorm refrigerators, neither with freezers. Door to shared pantry was being repaired by staff several times. Sometimes couldn't open it. No handle on outside of door, sometimes wouldn't latch, some people opened it all the way inwards and do.
Stayed in Aug 2025
9.7
M
Muhammad
Male, 18-24, Canada
Dorms are excellent. Property was very clean, was actually surprised by how well managed it was. Just a bit slightly off downtown, so you’d need to walk a bit to get to the Royal Mile, but the breakfast they offer more than makes up for it 😁 Would for sure stay here again!
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Location

Pollock Halls, 18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
2.1km from city centre