10/10 Exceptional
Clean superb room and terrific staff
ELLIS
ELLIS, 2-night trip
Motel One Edinburgh - Royal
Hotel with bar/lounge, near Royal Mile
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Located in the heart of Edinburgh, Motel One Edinburgh - Royal offers a warm welcome with its cozy bar and speedy WiFi. Guests have praised the helpful staff, spotless property condition, and convenient location near St. Giles' Cathedral and Princes Street.
9.0
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
- Bar
- 24/7 front desk
- Non-smoking
Main amenities (9)
- Daily housekeeping
- Breakfast available
- Bar/lounge
- 24-hour front desk
- Coffee/tea in a common area
- Front-desk safe
- Multilingual staff
- Luggage storage
- Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home (6)
- Children stay free
- Private bathroom
- Cable/satellite TV service
- Daily housekeeping
- Coffee/tea maker
- Elevator
$135 nightly
$162 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Total with taxes and fees
Room options
Check availability for these dates
Room (THE ONE)
9.0Wonderful
158 reviews
- 178 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
Room (THE ONE with view)
9.0Wonderful
2 reviews
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
Room (THE ONE for One)
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood
18-21 Market Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1BL
What's nearby
- St. Giles' Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Grassmarket - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Royal Mile - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Edinburgh Castle - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
- Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 34 min drive
- Edinburgh Waverley Station - 4 min walk
- Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 4 min walk
- Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 25 min walk
- St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 6 min walk
- Princes Street Tram Stop - 7 min walk
- Balfour Street Tram Stop - 24 min walk
Restaurants
- Deacon Brodies Tavern - 3 min walk
- The Milkman - 1 min walk
- Brewhemia - 2 min walk
- Makars Gourmet Mash Bar - 3 min walk
- The Booking Office (Wetherspoon) - 2 min walk
About this property
Motel One Edinburgh - Royal
Motel One Edinburgh - Royal offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Royal Mile and Princes Street. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and continental breakfast is available daily. Also, St. Andrew Square and Edinburgh Castle are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and overall property condition. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 6 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 7 minutes.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 205 rooms
- Arranged over 7 floors
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Express check-out available
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is noon
- Contactless check-out available
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
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
Children
- One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
- No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
- Pets allowed (1 total)*
- Service animals welcome
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
- No onsite parking
Other information
- Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
- Continental breakfast (surcharge) 6:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
- Bar/lounge
- Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
- Children stay free (see details)
Services
- 24-hour front desk
- Tour/ticket assistance
- Luggage storage
- Multilingual staff
Facilities
- 2 buildings/towers
- Built in 2013
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
Accessibility
- Elevator
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
- Flat-screen television
- Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
- Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
- Premium bedding
Freshen up
- Private bathroom
- Rainfall showerhead
- Shower only
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Towels
Stay connected
- Desk
- Free WiFi
More
- Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
One Lounge - This lobby lounge serves light fare only.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
- Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 13.90 per person
Pets
- Service animals exempt from fees
- Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Does Motel One Edinburgh - Royal offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Motel One Edinburgh - Royal 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What's the area around Motel One Edinburgh - Royal like?
Motel One Edinburgh - Royal is in Old Town Edinburgh, a short 6-minute walk from St Andrew Square Tram Stop and 4 minutes' walk from Royal Mile. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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Motel One Edinburgh - Royal Reviews
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Amenities
9.2
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
- Breakfast was abundant, gluten-free, and vegan options were available, and was considered great and fantastic by many guests. (57 reviews)
- Airport shuttle was convenient and easily accessible with buses stopping directly outside the property. (7 reviews)
- The property is close to many great places to eat and offers a good breakfast with plenty of options. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.Popular mentions
LocationRoomService staffTrain stationViewBedBreakfastValueBarCities10/10 Exceptional
Excellent location. Close to many key places. Great central location for our visit. Clean and spacious room. Staff was very friendly.
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Best location! Near by the entrance of Royal Mile. Only few mins walk from Edinburgh Waverley station. It's my second time staying here.
Ying-Fang
Ying-Fang, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Well
Located and comfortable beds - rooms a bit on the small
Side when 2 of you trying to get ready but all fine. Staff friendly
And helpful
Hilton
Hilton, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Clean room and stuff was very interested with guests
Omer
Omer, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Location, location, location… quiet!!
Mauricio
Mauricio, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
This hotel was great. The staff was very friendly (front desk and housekeeping), our room was nice and clean, and we really enjoyed staying here. If you’re looking for somewhere to stay in Edinburgh, Motel One is great!
Colin
Colin, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The location is perfect, amazing views, nice staff and the room was nice!
Sofia
Sofia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Yes everything and everyone excellent.Hard working,pleasant staff.
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great location, pleasant and welcoming at reception
Connie
Connie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
The staff were amazing
Ellis
Ellis, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Great location, friendly staff at the bar. Breakfast was good too.
Georgia
Georgia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Fabulous boutique, Hotel and wonderful breakfast
Theresa
Theresa, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Excellent location and wonderful breakfast
Deborah
Deborah, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great location friendly staff
nassim
nassim, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Good breakfast, great location
Henry
Henry, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great location to all the main old town attractions.
Wayne
Wayne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Location, location, location! nice hotel we had a great view of the Christmas Market. Perfect location for walking and public transportation nearby!
Celeste
Celeste, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great hotel, friendly staff, wonderful lobby area, great location!
Sierra
Sierra, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Clean room, central location, friendly staff
emma
emma, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great location!
William
William, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Friendly and helpful staff, great location, very clean and comfortable.
Olivia
Olivia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Wonderful staff! Clean rooms, across the street from the Christmas market. Couldn’t ask for more.
Cary
Cary, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
great location
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Great location
John
John, 4-night trip
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