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8/10 Good
Charles
10 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charles
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Motel One Edinburgh - Royal
3.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with exceptional service from caring staff, in a prime location near Edinburgh's top attractions.
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Motel One Edinburgh - Royal is centrally located, offering a warm welcome, a cozy bar, and reliable WiFi. The attentive staff maintains the property impeccably. Enjoy easy access to St. Giles' Cathedral and the shops of Princes Street.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Pet-friendly
- Free Wi-Fi
- Bar
- Housekeeping
The current price is HK$1,115
HK$1,115
HK$1,338 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Room options
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Room (THE ONE)
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
155 reviews
(155 reviews)
- 178 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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Room (THE ONE with view)
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 review
(1 review)
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
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Room (THE ONE for One)
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bed
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About the area
Located in Old Town Edinburgh, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, Motel One Edinburgh - Royal is near a train station. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and Grassmarket. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
18-21 Market Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1BL
What's nearby
St. Giles' Cathedral2 min walk - 0.2 km
Grassmarket4 min walk - 0.4 km
Royal Mile4 min walk - 0.4 km
National Museum of Scotland6 min walk - 0.5 km
Edinburgh Castle7 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
- Edinburgh Waverley Station4 min walk
- St Andrew Square Tram Stop6 min walk
- Edinburgh Airport (EDI)34 min drive
Restaurants
- Deacon Brodies Tavern3 min walk
- The Milkman1 min walk
- Brewhemia2 min walk
- Makars Gourmet Mash Bar3 min walk
- The Booking Office (Wetherspoon)2 min walk
About this property
Motel One Edinburgh - Royal
Hotel near Princes Street
A short walk from Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, Motel One Edinburgh - Royal provides a bar and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
- Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and tour/ticket information
- Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff
- Smoke-free property, a front desk safe and a lift
- Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff, first-rate property condition and location
Room features
All 205 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
- Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
- Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
- Electric kettles, daily housekeeping 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 transport
- No on-site 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.
- Lift
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
- 2 buildings
- 7 floors
- Built in 2013
- Smoke-free property
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
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
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
- Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 13.90 per person
- Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Property is also known as
Motel One Edinburgh-Royal Hotel
Motel One Hotel
Motel One Edinburgh-Royal
Motel One
Motel One Edinburgh-Royal Scotland
One Edinburgh Royal Edinburgh
Motel One Edinburgh - Royal Hotel
Motel One Edinburgh - Royal Edinburgh
Motel One Edinburgh - Royal Hotel Edinburgh
Frequently asked questions
Is Motel One Edinburgh - Royal pet-friendly?
Yes, Motel One Edinburgh - Royal allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?
As of 22 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal on 25 Mar 2026 start from HK$1,115, 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.
How much is parking at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?
Motel One Edinburgh - Royal doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?
Checkout is at noon.
Where is Motel One Edinburgh - Royal located?
Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Edinburgh Dungeon, Princes Street and Royal Mile. Edinburgh Castle and George Street are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) are within a 5-minute walk.
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Reviews
Motel One Edinburgh - Royal Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Amenities
9.2
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 733 out of 1145 reviews
10 - Excellent
733
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1145 reviews
8 - Good
274
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1145 reviews
6 - Okay
104
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1145 reviews
4 - Poor
25
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1145 reviews
2 - Terrible
9
Reviews
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8/10 Good
Juliana
6 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. But very basic amenities. Good breakfast.
Juliana
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Mary
25 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and the room was very comfortable.
Mary
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Chelsee
10 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room, quiet, cozy
Chelsee
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Sofia
27 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect, amazing views, nice staff and the room was nice!
Sofia
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Connie
28 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, pleasant and welcoming at reception
Connie
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good
Georgia
7 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, friendly staff at the bar. Breakfast was good too.
Georgia
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Theresa
26 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous boutique, Hotel and wonderful breakfast
Theresa
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
nassim
22 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location friendly staff
nassim
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good
Phil
20 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We were upgraded to a large room with great views
Phil
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good
Henry
27 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good breakfast, great location
Henry
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good
Celeste
14 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, location, location! nice hotel we had a great view of the Christmas Market. Perfect location for walking and public transportation nearby!
Celeste
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Wayne
21 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to all the main old town attractions.
Wayne
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
emma
4 Nov 2025
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Clean room, central location, friendly staff
emma
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Sierra
28 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, friendly staff, wonderful lobby area, great location!
Sierra
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Olivia
21 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and helpful staff, great location, very clean and comfortable.
Olivia
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Cary
23 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff! Clean rooms, across the street from the Christmas market. Couldn’t ask for more.
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Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good
Michael
10 Oct 2025
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great location
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good
John
9 Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
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Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Lorena
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
David
5 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was amazing. The room was clean and perfect.
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Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Christopher
12 Oct 2025
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.
Christopher
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Kara
27 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and helpful staff!
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025