Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

Edinburgh University's campus accommodation places travelers in a garden setting near historic sites, with British cuisine to fuel bike adventures around the city.

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Dates

January 2026

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February 2026

Exterior - Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation (Edinburgh)

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The University of Edinburgh's Summer Stays offers central accommodation with a peaceful garden and laundry facilities. Enjoy British cuisine at the buffet, explore the city with bike rentals. Rooms include WiFi, and guests love the quality breakfast and attentive staff.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Business services
Bar
Laundry room
24/7 front desk

Room options

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Tonight

Jan 21 - Jan 22

Tomorrow

Jan 22 - Jan 23

All rooms

2 beds

1 bed

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Twin Room (Single Use)

Exceptional

Highlights

Electric kettle

10 sq m
Sleeps 1
2 Single Beds

Twin Room Ensuite

Sleeps 2

Holland Single Ensuite

Sleeps 1

John Burnett Single Room

Sleeps 1

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Very good

8 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed

Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

10 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed

Twin Room, Ensuite

Good

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

18 sq m
Sleeps 3
2 Single Beds

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Excellent

8 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed

John Burnett Twin Room

Sleeps 2

Standard Single Room With Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 1

About the area

Located in Southside, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation is near a train station. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide

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18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AY

What's nearby

Holyrood Park
1 min walk - 0.2 km
The Meadows
10 min walk - 0.9 km
University of Edinburgh
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Royal Mile
20 min walk - 1.7 km
Royal Commonwealth Pool
1 min walk - 0.2 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

Tipsy Midgie
7 min walk
The Abbey
8 min walk
Pizza Hut
8 min walk
Bar @ JMCC
2 min walk
Southpour
8 min walk

About this property

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

Hostel near University of Edinburgh

Located close to Royal Mile, Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation provides a garden, laundry facilities and a bar. Be sure to enjoy British cuisine at the on-site buffet restaurant. Free in-room WiFi and a conference centre are available to all guests.

You'll also find perks such as:

Bike hire, wedding services and a lift
Luggage storage, a front desk safe and a 24-hour front desk
Smoke-free property and a gift shop
Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff

Room features

All 2000 rooms include amenities such as free WiFi.

More conveniences in all rooms include:

Showers and free toiletries

Similar properties

Free Wi-Fi
Laundry room

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

Things to do

Bicycle rentals

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 10:30 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 5 November and 25 May.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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 smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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

Is Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?

This hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation located?

Located in Southside, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Royal Commonwealth Pool and University of Edinburgh. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are also within 2 miles (3 km). St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 29 minutes by foot and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is 24 minutes.

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Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Rob

20 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Ideal for quick stay, basic and clean and surprisingly good breakfast selection.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

16 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great place. Nice staff. Easy access to local transportation.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

29 Jul 2025

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Staff in check in/out were brilliant

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

29 Aug 2025

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Edinburgh stay for Tattoo 2025

The rooms were comfortable and excellent for a few days stay. The breakfast was excellent. The location was a little walk from the Royal Mile, but still convenient, with bus ervices available if needed.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

30 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Room was very clean and very basic. Food was great breakfast included. Great price.would definitely stay here again and will 100% recommend.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

19 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice and quiet. Excellent breakfast.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

2 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Second year staying here. Different building and the private bathroom was a real treat this year. I love this place. The breakfast is outstanding. Walking distance to town and trails by Arthur's Seat. Convenient buses. Excellent laundry facility available.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

julie

26 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Comfortable and well situated Calm and personnel friendly and helpful

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

30 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great budget option and fun to be on lively campus

Very good location. Great free buffet breakfast, also variety of delicious food for dinner buffet for 22💷. Direct Taxi phone at the entrance of the Reception Centre.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

28 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value and convenient

En-suite room. Early breakfast box. Varied choice of catering. Loveky views of Arthur's Seat. MUCH better value than hotels.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

STEWART

6 Jul 2025

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Student staff was very courteous, friendly, and provided the extra information we needed to find our way around town

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

12 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very helpfull people. Location close to many places of interest. Excellent breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

15 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Live like a student for a night ?

Clean but basic and rather tired accommodation, shared bathroom, plentiful breakfast.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

sophie

26 Aug 2025

Liked: Staff & service, amenities

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Our room was v tired, areas v dusty bathroom with mold etc. Def time to refurb. Staff great, location great, breakfast fantastic

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

6 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

A little further from The Royal Mile than we thought when walking. Great for a short stay at reasonable price. Breakfast included which was great with lots of choice including cooked food.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

23 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great value option

Good, basic accommodation for a very reasonable price, within easy walking distance of the city centre. A quiet campus, with safe and secure parking included made it a fantastic deal. The rooms are basic, and a little tired, but clean and comfortable enough and the included breakfast is a nice bonus.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Megan

31 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Typical student dorm room accommodations. Great breakfast buffet with loads of options. Quite loud in the halls from other visitors. Overall good stay. Front desk staff were super helpful and kind.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kent

28 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great staff. Very helpful.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

R

28 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overnight Stay

Breakfast great, bed comfy, no hot water at basin in the room but hot water in the shower room basins across the corridor. Nice stay for a stop over but I agree room walls very thin so noise can be an issue.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

22 Aug 2023

Liked: Amenities

Great basic accommodation at a great price including a great breakfast.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Lewis

26 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good and affordable

Affordable stay. Incredibly good breakfast. The room was basic (but to be expected). No en-suite was definitely an issue and rooms, corridors, and shower rooms etc needed freshening up for sure. Not a bad stay in any way. Lovely grounds and good staff on hand to help.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

15 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Edinburgh uni Summer Stay at Pollock Halls was fantastic. From the easy and friendly check-in it all went smoothly. Great selection at breakfast with lots of seating available. Very helpful and friendly breakfast staff. Shared bathroom was very clean as as expected for uni accommodation. Bed was very comfy. 100% recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025