Mollie’s, the innovative budget-luxe motel and diner brand, is set to make its Scottish debut with a brand-new site at Edinburgh Park. This move marks a pivotal step in Mollie’s UK expansion, following the successful exchange of contracts with acclaimed developers Parabola.
The new venue, due to open in 2028 pending planning and licensing approval, will be strategically positioned near Edinburgh Park Station.
This new property will be Mollie’s fourth, joining current locations in Bristol and Oxfordshire, plus a forthcoming Manchester city centre site.
The Edinburgh hotel will cater to local residents, business travellers, and tourists alike, benefiting from excellent transport links – including access to the M8, Edinburgh City Bypass, extensive bus and cycling networks, and direct routes to both the city centre and airport in under 20 minutes.
Being part of Parabola’s broader transformation of Edinburgh Park, a district aiming to blend business, living, and leisure, Mollie’s supports the shift detailed in the City Plan 2030.
The area is evolving from a primarily business-focused zone to a lively, mixed-use community with ambitions for high-density, well-connected sustainability.
Edinburgh Park Site Features
- Approximately 73,000sq ft of accommodation
- Around 200 stylish guest rooms
- Lively diner with outdoor terrace
- Flexible meeting and event spaces
- Ample on-site cycle and car parking
- Electric vehicle charging stations
- Design aligned to the Edinburgh Park masterplan and local architecture
Founded in 2019, Mollie’s has carved out a niche by reimagining the classic American motel and diner for the UK market.
As a certified B-Corp, the brand demonstrates a clear commitment to positive social and environmental impact, incorporating sustainability into its build and day-to-day operation.
Local Impact and Vision
The development is designed to inject fresh vibrancy and interest into Edinburgh Park, adding new uses and amenities that support the area’s transformation. Mollie’s will help realise West Edinburgh’s vision of becoming a sustainable, dynamic urban extension.
Leading Voices Welcome the Development
Matt Bell, Managing Director of Mollie’s, said: “We’re excited to announce our first Mollie’s location in Scotland – bringing our category-defining diner + hotel concept to this amazing city.
“Mollie’s are positively different by design: bold yet modest, stylish yet relaxed, always warm, always fun; committed to delivering an outstanding value, carefully curated and effortlessly relevant guest experience.
As a new urban quarter that will not only become an exciting place to live and work but also a cultural destination and creative campus for Edinburgh, serviced by exceptional transport links, Edinburgh Park is the perfect location for Mollie’s fourth site and we’re truly delighted to work with Parabola to achieve this.”
Tony Hordon, Managing Director of Parabola, added:
“Having experienced Mollie’s in Bristol, we knew it was the perfect fit in terms of brand, quality, and ethos. Their customer-focused hospitality and vibrant food and beverage offering will be a fantastic addition to Edinburgh’s hotel scene. We’re delighted to welcome them into our masterplan, especially alongside the soon-to-begin AEG Arena.”
As the transformation of Edinburgh Park gains pace, including the soon-to-launch AEG entertainment arena, Mollie’s arrival is poised to deliver a new kind of value, style, and energy to both the city’s hospitality scene and its emerging urban quarter.
