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Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

3.0 star property

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Lobby lounge
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$433
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June

Explore the area

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

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Room (THE ONE)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(172 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (THE ONE with view)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (THE ONE for One)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Edinburgh

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal places you in the centre of Edinburgh, within a short 5-minute stroll of popular places like Princes Street and Royal Mile. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .One Lounge is the hotel's own lobby lounge, serving drinks along with light fare. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. 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 Old Town Edinburgh hotel include Princes Street Gardens and Edinburgh Castle.

What's nearby

  • St. Giles' Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Victoria 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

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 4 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Milkman - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Deacon Brodies Tavern - ‬3 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

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in 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 a lift.

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 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-Royal offers 205 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 complimentary toiletries. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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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
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.
  • 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 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
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, Diners Club and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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.

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

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

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal 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-Royal?

As of 17 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel One Edinburgh-Royal on 28 Jun 2026 start from NZ$433, 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-Royal?

The closest beach to Motel One Edinburgh-Royal is Portobello Beach (5.1 km).

What makes Motel One Edinburgh-Royal 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-Royal.

Does Motel One Edinburgh-Royal serve breakfast?

Yep, continental brekkie is on offer on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

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

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

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

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

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 763 out of 1200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 1200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1200 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Tera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, the rooms were a little small but they were well equipped and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vacation and we had a comfortable stay. The rooms are a little small but were well equipped and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ELLIS

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Clean superb room and terrific staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and the room was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Juliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. But very basic amenities. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chelsee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room, quiet, cozy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location. Close to many key places. Great central location for our visit. Clean and spacious room. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect, amazing views, nice staff and the room was nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Hilton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Well Located and comfortable beds - rooms a bit on the small Side when 2 of you trying to get ready but all fine. Staff friendly And helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and wonderful breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ying-Fang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Best location! Near by the entrance of Royal Mile. Only few mins walk from Edinburgh Waverley station. It's my second time staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location, location, location… quiet!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Colin

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This hotel was great. The staff was very friendly (front desk and housekeeping), our room was nice and clean, and we really enjoyed staying here. If you’re looking for somewhere to stay in Edinburgh, Motel One is great!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Omer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and stuff was very interested with guests
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, pleasant and welcoming at reception
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

nassim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous boutique, Hotel and wonderful breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good breakfast, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, friendly staff at the bar. Breakfast was good too.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Ellis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Ece

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. The staf was amazing. Very kind and professional. The location was the best. Hotel was decorated very nicely and modern. Hotel was close to everything. It was in the heart of the city. We will definitely go back and recommend to friends
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes everything and everyone excellent.Hard working,pleasant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026