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Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Princes Street

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Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Room Castle View, 1 King Bed) | Balcony view
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Standard Suite, Multiple Beds (Classic Room, 1 Queen, 1 Single Bed) | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
A Gothic-style cathedral with intricate spires and a large clock tower, surrounded by a cityscape with historic buildings and a bridge.
A historic building complex with multiple structures, including a prominent tower and a large central building with classical architecture.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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53 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2DG
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, George Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a window with a view, and a lamp.

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Single Beds

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room, 2 Single Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Room Castle View, 1 King Bed)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a bookshelf, a view of the city, and a TV on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Room Castle View, 1 King Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Suite, Multiple Beds (Classic Room, 1 Queen, 1 Single Bed)

Standard Suite, Multiple Beds (Classic Room, 1 Queen, 1 Single Bed) | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Suite, Multiple Beds (Classic Room, 1 Queen, 1 Single Bed)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Classic Room, Castle View, 1 Queen)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Classic Room, Castle View, 1 Queen) | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Classic Room, Castle View, 1 Queen)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Classic Room, 1 wee Double Bed)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Classic Room, 1 wee Double Bed) | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Classic Room, 1 wee Double Bed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed)

A hotel room with a large bed, a small table with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)
  • 214 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Classic Room, 2 Single Beds)

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Classic Room, 2 Single Beds) | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Classic Room, 2 Single Beds)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 214 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Superior Room Castle View, 1 King Bed)

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Superior Room Castle View, 1 King Bed) | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Superior Room Castle View, 1 King Bed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Central Edinburgh getaway .A stay at this Edinburgh City Centre hotel places you steps from Princes Street and within a 5-minute walk of George Street. Royal Mile and Grassmarket are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • George Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grassmarket - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 4 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dishoom Edinburgh - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blank Street Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Whittard of Chelsea - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

4-star hotel near Princes Street
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 169 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection offers 169 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. LED televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 36 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 19 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Late-night room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 19 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 36 per day (1969 ft away)

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

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Mercure Edinburgh City Princes Street
Mercure Edinburgh City Princes Street Hotel
Mercure Princes
Mercure Princes Hotel
Mercure Princes Street Hotel
Mercure Princes Street
Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel Scotland
Mercure Edinburgh City Princes Street Hotel
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection to the airport?

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection is 8.5 mi (30-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection?

As of Aug 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection on Aug 31, 2026 start from $285, 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.

Does Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection.

How close is Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection to the beach?

This hotel is 3.2 mi (17-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14.8 mi (38-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 19 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection have a pool?

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection does not have a pool.

Does Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection have a restaurant?

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection is home to Eidyn, which features garden views.

Does Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection to downtown Edinburgh?

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection is 0.2 mi away from Edinburgh.

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 399 out of 696 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 696 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 696 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 696 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 696 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Riley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very nice and gave us recommendations for restaurants and pubs in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Senka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, well maintained and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelent place to stay. The rooms clean and the location great.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with amazing views
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfull hotel in the heart of Edinburgh
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great location, helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely perfect location between the old and new town. Staff extremely nice and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super Hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, very nice staff! Descent breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mohammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, bar and restaurant were under renovations but they provided a grab and go breakfast which was nice
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location. Lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was helpful. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience staying at mount royal! The staff was my greatest surprise, so gentle and nice! Breakfast was very delicious with great variety and the best view!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Amazing location. Everyone was very helpful. A lovely experience. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Freek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, centrally located, and amazing staff
Bedroom view
And to the right
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sinead

Clean and comfortable room with very friendly staff in a great location for exploring the city
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good room. Excellent location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location if it's your first time in Edinburgh. Louis was very helpful at the front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Central location on Princes Street. Comfortable rooms, and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Amenities
Super location visited this twice before will definitely book there again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly opened restaurant is lovely, beautiful view and nice breakfast. Location of hotel is very central and convenient for walking everywhere. Rooms are smaller and quite basic and could use some attention to a few maintenance type details, but overall a decent spot and an excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great warm welcome
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

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