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Motel One Edinburgh - Royal

3.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a bar

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Room with a View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace
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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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

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

Classic Room

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

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

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 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
(47 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 - 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
  • University of Edinburgh - 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

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

About this property

Motel One Edinburgh - Royal

Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a bar
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, tours or tickets, and securing valuables.
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.

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.

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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

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 Oct 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal on Nov 3, 2025 start from $176.94, 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 at this 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay 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, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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).

Are there rooms with balconies at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?

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

Reviews

Motel One Edinburgh - Royal Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 718 out of 1110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 268 out of 1110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1110 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Carmela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
My only issue is the price of room, it was not exactly the price advertised and conversion.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was close to the Royal Mile and across from public transportation. We has a view if the park and were able to walk everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie, Montreal

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Venice, Langhorne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - close to train station and shops. Room was clean and spacious with a nice view . I would stay again .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the best locations in the city for a hotel. Right on the border between New Town and Old Town and close to the train station. Rooms were just ok, but clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elsie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michele, phila

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff. I would recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kate

Very basic hotel. Ok for location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly reception staff. Bar staff bit difficulty with language barrier, but they were very polite and we got there in the end. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina

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

Great location

Perfect location for a tourist.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John, Phoenix

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ji Young

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Look elsewhere

AVOID! I really hate to leave negative feedback, but this hotel deserves it. Despite that my room was more than $300 a night (and it was the cheapest room), it had no windows, no amenities (not even hangers, ironing board, or a telephone!). It did have a skylight that unfortunately couldn't be fully closed leaving the sun shining in every morning at 4am in the Scottish summer. It also required 2 different elevators, multiple steps, and a very long walk to reach my room (which was complicated with heavy luggage). I regret this booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marius

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kartik

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey, London

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

vitalii

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

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

Whisky tour

Great greeting….sadly too many stairs
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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