MOLLIE’S TO OPEN FOURTH UK LOCATION AT EDINBURGH PARK

Mollie’s, the budget-luxe motel and diner brand (mollies.com), has taken a significant step in its UK expansion by exchanging contracts with award-winning developers Parabola for a new site at Edinburgh Park, Edinburgh.

Set to become Mollie’s fourth property, the proposed hotel and diner will be located close to Edinburgh Park Station and is scheduled to open in 2028, subject to planning permission and licensing.

Mollie’s is proud to be part of Parabola’s visionary development of Edinburgh Park—an emerging urban quarter designed to be a vibrant place to live, work, and visit. The site offers exceptional connectivity, with nearby access to the M8 and Edinburgh City Bypass, extensive bus and cycle networks, and Edinburgh Park’s mainline and tram stations. This prime location provides swift access to both Edinburgh city centre and the airport in under 20 minutes, making it ideal for residents, commuters, and tourists—especially those visiting the upcoming AEG entertainment arena.

Founded in 2019, Mollie’s is a pioneering, design-led lifestyle brand inspired by the classic American motel and diner. A certified B-Corp, Mollie’s is committed to delivering positive social and environmental impact. The brand currently operates motels in Bristol and Oxfordshire, with a Manchester city centre location set to open later this year.

The Edinburgh Park site will span approximately 73,000 sq ft and feature around 200 rooms, a diner with an outdoor terrace, meeting and event spaces, and ample cycle and car parking with electric vehicle charging stations. The design aligns with the surrounding architecture and integrates seamlessly into the Edinburgh Park masterplan.

The development aligns with City Plan 2030, Edinburgh’s Local Development Plan, which envisions transforming the Edinburgh Park/South Gyle area from a business-centric zone into a dynamic, mixed-use district. This transformation supports West Edinburgh’s broader goal of becoming a high-density, sustainable, and well-connected urban extension.
Mollie’s will play a key role in this transformation by introducing new uses that enhance the area’s vibrancy and activity. The brand is committed to delivering a high-quality development that complements Parabola’s Southern Phase masterplan and supports the vision of Edinburgh Park as a diverse and thriving urban quarter.

Matt Bell, Managing Director of Mollie’s, commented:
“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.”