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Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood

4.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, a short walk to Royal Mile

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Property amenity
Property amenity
Indoor pool
Meeting facility

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is AU$329
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May

Explore the area

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81 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH8 8AU
  • Royal Mile
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Club Room, 1 Double Bed

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Club Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed

Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood puts you in the heart of Edinburgh, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Royal Mile and Princes Street. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with access to the sauna. The restaurant, Arti & Alba, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Arti & Alba is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch and light fare. Enjoy the gym and sauna. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7 AM and 10 AM and on weekends between 7 AM and 11 AM. There's also the convenience of car rentals on site. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Old Town Edinburgh hotel include Grassmarket and University of Edinburgh.

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Princes Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 12 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 17 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Canons' Gait - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe at the Palace - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Piggs - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tolbooth Tavern - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood

Hotel with a full-service spa, a short walk to Royal Mile
Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 0 square feet (0 square metres) and includes conference space. A sauna, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 157 guestrooms or units
  • 0 sq ft of conference space
  • 0 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1998
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood offers 157 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 4 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, German, Italian, Polish, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 10 AM on weekdays and 7 AM to 11 AM on weekends; GBP 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Arti & Alba
  • Arti & Alba

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

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
Meals other than breakfast are not included in the Half Board rate plans for children under 12 years old sharing existing bedding with 2 adults and included in the reservation details.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 40.0 per night.

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 full breakfast: from approximately GBP 18.00 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 40.0 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Holyrood Hotel
Holyrood Macdonald
Holyrood Macdonald Hotel
Hotel Holyrood
Hotel Macdonald Holyrood
Macdonald Holyrood
Macdonald Holyrood Edinburgh
Macdonald Holyrood Hotel
Macdonald Holyrood Hotel Edinburgh
Macdonald Hotel Holyrood
Macdonald Holyrood Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood?

Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood?

As of 29 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood on 5 May 2025 start from AU$328.60, 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 Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood?

The closest beach to Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood is Portobello Beach (4.2 km).

Is there a spa on site at Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as hot stone massages.

Does Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood have a pool?

Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood?

Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood features a full-service spa, a health club and an indoor pool.

Does Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is served on weekdays between 7 AM and 10 AM and on weekends from 7 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood?

No, Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood?

No, pets are not allowed.

Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 497 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely overnight stay, picked because it was close to walking to the Festival Theatre. Room was lovely and large, bathroom nice and everything clean. Staff in the the restaurant were very helpful and friendly. Breakfat was very good a wide variety to choose from.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and room was spacious staff were lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kenn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we went in January the hotel was fairly quiet and we experienced no noise. Staff were helpful. Our first morning we had the £16 breakfast but were not really that hungry so very expensive for a few sausages. The room aircon had no instructions and we were unable to stop it switching itself on and off throughout the first night. By playing about with it and asking the concierge we got it to be quiet the following nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overcharged to a charity without my consent

When I checked out they had added a charge to a charity without my consent so do check your statement. No room service menu in room and phone to restaurant didn’t work. When went to reception for menu, it was very, very limited. No salt/pepper/condiments brought with meal. Room noisy as next to lift and air con kept switching back on during the night, despite switching off. Gym was small and no space to use any equipment and loud blaring news on full blast. Breakfast buffet limited. Scrambled eggs looked vile and synthetic.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Clean, comfortable and very quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

JOE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is very good. A huge improvement in all areas since being taken over by Marriott. The morning coffee however really lets the hotel down. Very weak filter coffee severed from a large container is not what you would expect from a 4 star establishment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

HERNAN

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent option for visiting the old city.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room with huge and comfy bed, only a 10 min walk from the centre which is very handy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abhishekh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Maureen

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Alison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Abc
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful comfortable hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Edinburgh Marriott One Night Review - December

The stay was excellent. Only a night to catch up with a friend and a bit of Christmas shopping before heading home. The staff, bar, breakfast area were all very good. The room was lovely and a good size and very comfortable bed. The ensuite was spotlessly clean and a very good shower. We will come back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Manit

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
We found the hotel to be okay, not great or something to be delighted about. The room was spacious, linen was good and bathroom was pretty good. But there was hardly any storage space in the room. There was just an open space with 10 hangers and just one drawer. We booked the hotel thinking there would be views towards Arthur’s seat but our window looked into the building next door. We are vegetarians and the breakfast hardly had anything for us except some sweet pastries and some cheese. But more concerningly the female servers in the dining room (except 1) were generally unsmiling and seemed to be going through the motions as some chore. The hotel location was fine - it was 15 mins walk from High Street/Royal Mile and 5-10 min Uber ride from train station which was convenient. But overall the neighbourhood of the hotel is overly quiet (and dead). The checkout time is 12 noon and we were 10 mins late and the front desk lady was a bit sarcastic and made a comment. We may not choose to stay at this hotel again in our next trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Hayley, Surrey

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jason, sherwood park

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024