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Motel One Edinburgh - Royal

3.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with 24-hour front desk and bar/lounge

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Lobby lounge
Lobby lounge
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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is RM654
RM784 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(146 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Room with a View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
18-21 Market Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1BL

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grassmarket - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Royal Mile - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

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

Eco-certified 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 a 24-hour front desk
  • Multilingual staff, a lift and luggage storage
  • A front desk safe, tour/ticket information and coffee/tea in reception
  • 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 programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and 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

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

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 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 7 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal on 6 Nov 2025 start from RM 653.64, 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 eco-certified hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Edinburgh Dungeon, Royal Mile, and Princes Street. 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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Motel One Edinburgh - Royal Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 716 out of 1107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 1107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1107 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and wonderful breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sierra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, friendly staff, wonderful lobby area, great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to all the main old town attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was overall a nice and comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay, great location and the hotel was quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and helpful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to the train station. Beautiful lobby.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel in a great location. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff of the hotel was amazing. We had a great time. We spent a 5 days. It is close to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely convenient to train station. Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel. Steps from the Royal Mile.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Harve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
We liked the location to the Royal Mile. It is truly a beautiful area to stay. The staff was helpful and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

viviane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location and hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louisa

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

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near train station and the Royal Mile. Rooms are a little small.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faraz

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

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

Regina

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

Great location

Perfect location for a tourist.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was small but nice. Continental breakfast had lots of gluten free and vegan options.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was an ally outside our window so it got very noisy at times. The staff was very friendly and location was perfect. Just off Royal mile and across from train station.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff. I would recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025