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Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Royal Mile

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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 interior with a mix of seating areas, including sofas and chairs, and a visible staircase leading to an upper level.
A cozy seating area with a leather sofa, a teal armchair, and a small round table with a candle.
A modern bar area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, and a bar counter with various bottles.
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

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

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, two pillows, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Room (THE ONE)

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

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

Room (THE ONE with view)

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

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

Room (THE ONE for One)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

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

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Giles' Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Grassmarket - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 3 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Deacon Brodies Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Milkman - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Makars Gourmet Mash Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brewhemia - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Booking Office (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

3-star hotel near Royal Mile
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.

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The price is $186
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
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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 14.50 to 14.90 for adults and GBP 7.25 to 7.50 for children
  • 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 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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 14.5 to 14.9 for adults, and GBP 7.25 to 7.5 for children
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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.

Property class

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 8.6 mi (43-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 Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel One Edinburgh-Royal on Nov 8, 2026 start from $197, 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 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 (20-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 5.7 mi (34-min drive) from Cramond Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Motel One Edinburgh-Royal offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Motel One Edinburgh-Royal, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between GBP 14.5 and 14.9 for adults, GBP 7.25 and 7.5 for children. 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. 853 out of 1369 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 347 out of 1369 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1369 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1369 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1369 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a good stay! Comfortable beds, helpful staff, and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing hotel. Friendly staff, clean rooms, and a great breakfast. We particularly liked the location and our room had an amazing view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible room, Breakfast was fantastic, and the LOCATION was magnificent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very good stay would recommend to everyone
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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bery comfortable bed and central location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Comfortable bed and fresh bathroom
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and central location to The Royal Mile and train and bus stations. Loved our stay! Great Air conditioning and comfortable beds! We also enjoyed the lobby for breakfast and a nightcap!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location, decent breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The location was amazing! The staff were friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again if I return to Edinburgh.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and in a perfect spot right on the border of old/new town that made walks convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service, clean hotel, and close to everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly located to go do all the touristy things. Sparse amenities but great spot to crash in the night
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Very easy check in … friendly staff… excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location. Very comfortable bed and pillows. Spacious and clean bathroom. We stayed at Motel One both at the beginning and the end of our trip and we are so glad we did. It was a wonderful room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location right next to the train station staff were super friendly and helpful. Location is right in the middle of everything. Quiet, rooms are comfortable and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent with a fantastic location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location with a professional staff. Thank you for a memorable experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best stay ever
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for my quick stay! Location was perfect for taking the bus and train!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was easy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very clean with a very helpful staff. We’ll be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026

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