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Motel One Edinburgh - Royal

3.0 star property
Hotel with a bar, 4-minute walk to Royal Mile

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Lobby lounge
Lobby lounge
Lobby lounge
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Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

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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)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Classic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(155 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Standard Room, limited view

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(60 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Room with a View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)

Highlights

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

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 Royal Mile and Princes Street. 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 Edinburgh City Centre hotel include Edinburgh Castle and George Street.

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 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
  • ‪Makars Gourmet Mash Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Booking Office (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Motel One Edinburgh - Royal

Hotel with a bar, 4-minute walk to Royal Mile
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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  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
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The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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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
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.

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 31 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel One Edinburgh - Royal on 1 Feb 2026 start from NZ$174.95, 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. 736 out of 1148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carissa

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Junice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lobby area was nice and welcoming, rooms were small but adequate and clean. Location next to railway was very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
REALLY not a comfortable room. Absolutely no shelves, drawers, or a closet at all. You have to live out of your suitcase.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the place to stay if you’re not driving. A short walk from the tram that is great from the airport or the Edinburgh express that stops half a block away. A very nice hotel with a decent continental breakfast. Being in the old town is walking the castle is 7 minutes away. Lots of eating options in the area but be sure to make reservations. The bar was a nice retreat if the live music in the pubs become a bit much. Our room was good with windows that opened however there are rooms that apparently can get very hot according to other customers but you can ask the front desk for fans..this was October. Great hotel very comfortable and I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect location for a stay in Edinburgh! Staff was so friendly and welcoming!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was updated and clean. The breakfast was really good. many options to choose from.Lots of healthy options and all was fresh. Lots of shops and dining close by. Train station was a short walk.Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a great right on the Royal Mile walked everywhere and transportation to the airport was right across the street cannot say enough about the location for first timers to Edinburgh especially.
Picture of the Motel one from the bus stop
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Denver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are great, but the hotel itself is only okay. The breakfast options are limited as there isn’t a functional kitchen in the hotel, just the bar that serves drinks only. For the cost, it’s underwhelming and I would’ve gone without had I known it was just going to be toast, cereal, etc. I would have simply gone to a coffee shop down the street that sells better options for the same if not cheaper. Furthermore, given that there is no restaurant in the hotel I would’ve expected there to at least have been a mini fridge in the room to store food purchased elsewhere, but there was not. This is a hotel that is okay for maybe one or two night, but for the price I wouldn’t suggest staying here a full week as I did. The location is really great, and the staff are amazing so this review is a not a reflection of them, but of the hotel’s overall amenities and cost not really being reconcilable.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

nassim

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

8/10 Good

Kristine

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Debra-Ann

Location is amazing. Foods gone down hill for breakfast options. Staff is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and helpful staff, great location, very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel is located in the best part of the city. It had a very clean room and comfortable bed. We also enjoyed the bar for an evening nightcap.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yingqing

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kwan, Ladera Ranch

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great stay. Heater system is a little hard to control. They provide a portable heater for my room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Cynthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for a hotel. Staff was lovely but hotel was very much a maze with lots of stairs that were difficult to maneuver with several bags. We chose the hotel by location and laughed out loud as it was the smallest hotel room we had ever seen. All good for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel overall was nice. The room we had was very tight. We were traveling throughout Scotland for two weeks, so we had two large suitcases and two carry-on cases. The bed was comfortable, and the bathroom was ok…not overly large, but did the trick. The best part of the hotel was its location and very easy access to The Royal Mile. It was literally just up the street from the hotel. We found a great pub that had nightly music called The Scotsman Lounge. We went 2 times during our Edinburgh visit…and had a great time both times. The music was great and the people at the bar were wonderful. Highly recommend it! The biggest negative for this hotel is parking. We had to park in a parking structure about 3/4 of mile away…and when your pulling suitcases and navigating the crowds and various streets, it was a bit of a chore. The hotel does not have a drop off area so you unload your bags and check in before driving to the parking structure. So…if you plan to rent a car like we did and want to stay at this hotel, be prepared for this.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teaghan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfiest bed that we’ve stayed in on our trip to the UK was at Motel one, the room was clean and decorated so beautifully. Loved having a window that could fully open, as we are hot sleepers! It was so close to royal mile and all the best food and coffee. Thank you Motel One Edinburgh!! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025