Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

3.0 star property

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A cozy interior with a view of a historic building, featuring a seating area with tables and chairs, and a large window.
A modern bar area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, and a bar counter with various bottles.
A cozy seating area with a leather sofa, a teal armchair, and a small round table with a candle.
A modern interior with a mix of seating areas, including sofas and chairs, and a visible staircase leading to an upper level.
A bar with hanging glass light fixtures and shelves stocked with various liquor bottles.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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

Room options

Room (THE ONE)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(181 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room (THE ONE with view)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room (THE ONE for One)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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 Princes Street and Royal Mile. The 205 rooms at this 3-star hotel include coffee makers, flat-screen TVs, and Egyptian cotton linens.

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Giles' Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Grassmarket - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Military Tattoo Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 4 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Milkman - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Deacon Brodies Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Makars Gourmet Mash Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brewhemia - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Luckenbooths - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

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 Jul 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel One Edinburgh-Royal on Jul 27, 2026 start from $296, including 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 Princes Street Gardens and St. Andrew Square less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Motel One Edinburgh-Royal?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

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.

Is Motel One Edinburgh-Royal good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and a rainfall showerhead as well as a bar/lounge.

Does Motel One Edinburgh-Royal have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

Does Motel One Edinburgh-Royal have connecting rooms available?

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 8.6 mi away (43 minutes by car).

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

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Motel One Edinburgh-Royal.

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 1234 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1234 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1234 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1234 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

Ella

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We just loved the clean and well located place with the lovely staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

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Fantastic on all accounts: location, cleanliness, delicious breakfast with many options, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ELLIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very good and the bar superbly stocked
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tera

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Great place to stay, the rooms were a little small but they were well equipped and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michele

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Great location ! Clean and comfortable Room to explore all the best of Edinburgh! Friendly and welcoming staff. I would definitely recommend this hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Charles

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Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

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Location is fantastic! Staff is extremely friendly and accommodating. Rooms are clean, modern, quiet, and beds are comfortable. Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tera

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Great vacation and we had a comfortable stay. The rooms are a little small but were well equipped and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ELLIS

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Clean superb room and terrific staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

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Our room was small, BUT it had everything we needed. The staff went above and beyond to help us and were super friendly. The breakfast was AMAZING!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Philip charles

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Did not have bteakfast, the room was very clean so was the hotel , staff was very nice helpful, polite, we had a very nice stay looking forward to staying again would highly recommend this lovley hotel with lovley people well done
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

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Staff was amazing and the room was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Juliana

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Great location. But very basic amenities. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chelsee

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Friendly staff, clean room, quiet, cozy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sofia

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The location is perfect, amazing views, nice staff and the room was nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Deborah

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Excellent location and wonderful breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

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Excellent location. Close to many key places. Great central location for our visit. Clean and spacious room. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

nassim

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Great location friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Hilton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Connie

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Great location, pleasant and welcoming at reception
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location, location, location… quiet!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good breakfast, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ying-Fang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Best location! Near by the entrance of Royal Mile. Only few mins walk from Edinburgh Waverley station. It's my second time staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous boutique, Hotel and wonderful breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025