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Motel One Edinburgh - Royal

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Edinburgh Castle

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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

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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

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

Edinburgh City Centre stay.At this Edinburgh City Centre hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Princes Street and Royal Mile, both within a 5-minute walk. Also, Edinburgh Castle is within half a mile (1 km) and Murrayfield Stadium is within 3 miles (5 km).

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

  • ‪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

3-star hotel near Edinburgh Castle
Motel One Edinburgh - Royal offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Motel One Edinburgh - Royal also features express check-out, a front-desk safe, and an elevator.

This 3-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 205 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2013
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • 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
Motel One Edinburgh - Royal offers 205 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

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

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

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant 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 continental breakfast: approximately GBP 13.90 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and cash
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and cash.

We should mention

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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

How close is Motel One Edinburgh - Royal to the airport?

Motel One Edinburgh - Royal is 8.1 mi (34-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Nov 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal on Nov 30, 2025 start from $187.42, 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.

Does Motel One Edinburgh - Royal have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal.

How close is Motel One Edinburgh - Royal to the beach?

This hotel is 3.2 mi (14-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14.5 mi (33-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Motel One Edinburgh - Royal offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 13.90 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Motel One Edinburgh - Royal have a pool?

Motel One Edinburgh - Royal does not have a pool.

Does Motel One Edinburgh - Royal have a restaurant?

Motel One Edinburgh - Royal is home to One Lounge, which features light fare.

Does Motel One Edinburgh - Royal have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Motel One Edinburgh - Royal to downtown Edinburgh?

Motel One Edinburgh - Royal is 0.2 mi away from Edinburgh.

Motel One Edinburgh - Royal Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 742 out of 1148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 1148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1148 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel! Highly recommend! Close to everything and able to walk everywhere we needed. Would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful hotel! A modern space in the heart of an old city, it felt fresh and comfortable. The shower was excellent, and the entire room was well-designed and inviting. The staff were friendly and helpful, which made the stay even better. The only downside was that my room did not have an outlet near a mirror, which made it tricky to blow-dry and curl my hair. Overall, I would absolutely stay here again—it was a great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

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

Convenient to Train station

Lovely hotel just a short walk from the train station! Easy to get to even when rolling bags of luggage. Room is nice and it has a safe for storing important items. Does not have a refrigerator. They do provide a kettle for heating water for coffee. Very close walk to Royal Mile.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

AIMEE, Seattle

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel One was conveniently located to taxis, AirLink bus, Waverley train station and walking distance to all Edinburgh attractions. Breakfast was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice hotel close to train station and old town. Room is a little small but very clean. The breakfast is very abundant and the lobby is very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was pretty quiet inside. Staff was not super friendly when I made a request. Convenient to many things in just a short walk, including the train station.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

IVAN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has an exceptional location, just a few meters from the train station, which allowed us to get there on foot once we arrived from York. As if that weren't enough, they allowed us to check in early, which helped us make the most of the day. The hotel is located on the iconic Cockburn Street and just around the corner from Mary Kings Close. We also had the opportunity to walk to Victoria Street and nearby places to take photos of Edinburgh Castle. We were also able to walk to several interesting spots in the city, which are very close to the hotel. These included Calton Hill (with its beautiful views), Greyfryars Cemetery, and we were able to say hello to Bobby the dog and Molly the cow at the Edinburgh Museum. All on foot and within short distance, making this hotel a key point for enjoying the city. There are also many options for lunch and breakfast. We didn't choose the hotel breakfast as we had to leave early the next day, so we opted to have breakfast at the airport after security and immigration checks before our flight to Belfast. Excellent place, excellent location, excellent service!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

3 star place with 5 star pricing

Location was super convenient. Prices were ridiculously inflated (3x normal) during the festival and then the “rate” did not include breakfast. Oh please…
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristin

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is not in great condition.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yusuke

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

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to train station, royal mile, castle- just be prepared for steps!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mona

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

Friendly!

Try friendly and helpful front desk staff. Good breakfast buffet!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra, whiteland

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Great hotel and location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location to many of Edinburgh’s sites.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The value for money is very hard to reconcile, it's extremely basic - which is great usually for a City break, however I would not stay here again because of the price. It is quite noisy if street facing, but nothing ear plugs doesn't fix. We were out in an accessible room due to limited space, which was sold to us as an upgrade (didn't enjoy that manipulation) where the bathroom looked like a public toilet and there was no shelfing. Won't stay here again, would rather be slightly outside of the core now I understand the City is very walkable. Overall, this was a rip-off.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked this hotel very much. It is extremely well-located, the staff is very nice and responsive, and it has nice views of a park. The motel name is misleading. It is a hotel, not a motel, and very appealing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
The front desk staff were very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for the Fringe.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025