Motel One Edinburgh-Princes

3.0 star property

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$387
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July

Explore the area

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10-15 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2AN
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Andrew Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

Room (THE ONE with view)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room (THE ONE)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(131 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Edinburgh

Motel One Edinburgh-Princes places you in the centre of Edinburgh, steps from Princes Street and within a short 5-minute stroll of St. Andrew Square. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Continental breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Edinburgh City Centre hotel include George Street and Royal Mile.

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • St. Andrew Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • George Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Mile - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Princes Street Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 4 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dishoom Edinburgh - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Society Bar & Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Guildford Arms - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Motel One Edinburgh-Princes

There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and express check-out are also featured at Motel One Edinburgh-Princes.

This 3-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 140 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2014
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Motel One Edinburgh-Princes offers 140 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead and a hydromassage showerhead. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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 14.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2014
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
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
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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: from approximately GBP 14.50 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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-princes
One Edinburgh-princes
Motel One Edinburgh-Princes Scotland
Motel One Edinburgh-Princes Hotel
Motel One
Motel One Edinburgh Princes
Motel One Edinburgh - Princes Hotel
Motel One Edinburgh - Princes Edinburgh
Motel One Edinburgh - Princes Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Motel One Edinburgh-Princes?

Motel One Edinburgh-Princes offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 30 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel One Edinburgh-Princes on 5 Jul 2026 start from NZ$387, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Motel One Edinburgh-Princes?

The closest beach to Motel One Edinburgh-Princes is Portobello Beach (5 km).

What makes Motel One Edinburgh-Princes a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Motel One Edinburgh-Princes.

Does Motel One Edinburgh-Princes serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental breakfast is available weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Motel One Edinburgh-Princes?

No, Motel One Edinburgh-Princes does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Motel One Edinburgh-Princes?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Motel One Edinburgh-Princes Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 598 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 252 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room comfy bed staff very friendly and great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good central location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect location, quiet room with a very comfy bed and friendly attentive staff - it was just right for our trip, we loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location and lovely staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location. Clean, comfortable and good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and quality service. We didn't do breakfast here as our touring started very early each day.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very nice and big for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Breakfast, location, and very comfortable beds
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and the staff were very nice and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were lovely, so helpful and friendly. The decor is beautiful and everywhere spotlessly clean. Great locatio
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room comfortable bed, quilt could have been warmer - it felt like a summer weight one.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jim

Friendly staff, great food, good location, modern room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location, staff was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kellie

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

Would stay here again

Nice property, clean, near the Waverley Station & numerous good restaurants. Friendly staff and convenient bar/lounge. Would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and very pretty. The location was great and the staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Directly across from Waverley station so very convenient if traveling by train. Close to restaurants and sights.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location, but we stayed on a mild day when hotel heating was still set for winter, with no way of altering the air conditioning in the room. It was way too hot. Staff supplied a fan which helped a little.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, polite staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, entrance a bit obscure up side street. Would choose this hotel again due to its location, comfort and service.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liliane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast choices were good
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was friendly and room was nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, great room, loved the bar area, 1st class friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and spacious. Staff at the desk in the evening and morning were very friendly. Breakfast was great with lots of selection
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025