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Motel One Edinburgh - Royal

3.0 star property
Hotel with a bar, 4-minute walk to Royal Mile

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Room with a View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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18-21 Market Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1BL
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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Classic Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(155 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, limited view | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, limited view

9.0 out of 10
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(60 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room with a View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Room with a View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, Motel One Edinburgh - Royal is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Royal Mile and Princes Street. The 205 rooms at this 3-star hotel include coffee makers, flat-screen TVs, and Egyptian cotton linens.

What's nearby

  • Princes Street Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Grassmarket - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Mile - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 4 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Milkman - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brewhemia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Makars Gourmet Mash Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Booking Office (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Luckenbooths - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Motel One Edinburgh - Royal

Hotel with a bar, 4-minute walk to Royal Mile
At Motel One Edinburgh - Royal, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and express check-out. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers and desks.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 13.90 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • One Lounge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • Built in 2013
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 13.90 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 and cash
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Edinburgh-Royal Motel One
Motel One Edinburgh-Royal
Motel One Hotel Edinburgh-Royal
Motel One Edinburgh-Royal Scotland
Motel One Edinburgh-Royal Hotel
Motel One Edinburgh Royal
Motel One Edinburgh Royal
One Edinburgh Royal Edinburgh
Motel One Edinburgh - Royal Hotel
Motel One Edinburgh - Royal Edinburgh
Motel One Edinburgh - Royal Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?

Motel One Edinburgh - Royal provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?

As of Jan 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal on Jan 18, 2026 start from $85.86, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see close to Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?

This hotel is situated in Old Town Edinburgh, just steps from Princes Street, and within a 10-minute walk of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. You'll also find George Street and Grassmarket less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Motel One Edinburgh - Royal include a casino at the property?

No, Motel One Edinburgh - Royal doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like Egyptian cotton sheets and a rainfall showerhead as well as a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Motel One Edinburgh - Royal feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Motel One Edinburgh - Royal serves continental breakfast for a surcharge each morning at One Lounge.

Will Motel One Edinburgh - Royal allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal for a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?

The closest major airport to Motel One Edinburgh - Royal is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 8.1 mi away (34 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal.

Motel One Edinburgh - Royal Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 738 out of 1146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 1146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1146 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yingqing

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kwan, Ladera Ranch

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great stay. Heater system is a little hard to control. They provide a portable heater for my room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Cynthia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for a hotel. Staff was lovely but hotel was very much a maze with lots of stairs that were difficult to maneuver with several bags. We chose the hotel by location and laughed out loud as it was the smallest hotel room we had ever seen. All good for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel overall was nice. The room we had was very tight. We were traveling throughout Scotland for two weeks, so we had two large suitcases and two carry-on cases. The bed was comfortable, and the bathroom was ok…not overly large, but did the trick. The best part of the hotel was its location and very easy access to The Royal Mile. It was literally just up the street from the hotel. We found a great pub that had nightly music called The Scotsman Lounge. We went 2 times during our Edinburgh visit…and had a great time both times. The music was great and the people at the bar were wonderful. Highly recommend it! The biggest negative for this hotel is parking. We had to park in a parking structure about 3/4 of mile away…and when your pulling suitcases and navigating the crowds and various streets, it was a bit of a chore. The hotel does not have a drop off area so you unload your bags and check in before driving to the parking structure. So…if you plan to rent a car like we did and want to stay at this hotel, be prepared for this.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teaghan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfiest bed that we’ve stayed in on our trip to the UK was at Motel one, the room was clean and decorated so beautifully. Loved having a window that could fully open, as we are hot sleepers! It was so close to royal mile and all the best food and coffee. Thank you Motel One Edinburgh!! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
My room was at the very end of a hall and my one window overlooked a busy stairway of Advocates Close. The bathroom was tiny but had everything I needed. I could not get the tv to turn off, I think the batteries were bad, but the tv was stuck on a fireplace with very low sound so I did not bother calling the front desk to fix.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a wonderful location just off the Royal Mile. And I was able to easily walk across the bridge to catch the bus to the airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Nice bar to relax in after a day seeing the sights. Friendly front desk and room was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice central location, close to the station, Royal Mile and Princes Street, so no problem there. Parking (Qpark) is some distance away, so if you have more than a single bag, parking outside to drop off bags is tricky but doable. Room was nothing special, with no opening window and no view. Expected more for £300 per night!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

Great location, service

The hotel was in prime location in Edinburgh. Short walk to train and buses. The bar area was comfortable with breakfast served in the morning. Definitely would recommend this property or its sister -Prince which is a little more funkier
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideally located for anyone who is on foot. Very central to almost all the highlights of Edinburgh. Wonderful staff, great rooms, great continental breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness
The room ceiling was so low. We were on the top floor felt like an attic!.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John, Port Saint Lucie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My only issue was not enough storage in the classic room. Aside from that I would definitely recommend the hotel and location.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Terese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location of this hotel is the best; about halfway up the Royal Mile, near many great restaurants and pubs, at the start of the bridge to New Town, next to the train station and one block from the express buses to the airport. The rooms are spartan but clean. In part due to the age of the building it is hard to regulate the temperature in the room. What kept me from feeling that this place deserved 5 stars was the indifference of the staff. They didn’t really seem to care about the guest experience. This is off putting when you arrive in a new city and a new hotel. Note: get the breakfast. While it isn’t perfect, it is much better than what you can find nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

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