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Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Property class: 4

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A balcony with a view of a historic cityscape, a bottle of champagne, two glasses, and a bowl of strawberries.
A Gothic-style cathedral with intricate spires and a large clock tower, surrounded by a cityscape with historic buildings and a bridge.
A bar area with stools, a bar counter, and a wine rack with bottles and glasses.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a city view, a mirror, and a small table with a vase.
A restaurant with large windows, tables set with chairs, and a view of trees and buildings.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is AU$419
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Explore the area

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53 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2DG
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, George Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a window with a view, and a lamp.

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Single Beds

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room, 2 Single Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Room Castle View, 1 King Bed)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a bookshelf, a view of the city, and a TV on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Room Castle View, 1 King Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, Multiple Beds (Classic Room, 1 Queen, 1 Single Bed)

Standard Suite, Multiple Beds (Classic Room, 1 Queen, 1 Single Bed)

Standard Suite, Multiple Beds (Classic Room, 1 Queen, 1 Single Bed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Classic Room, Castle View, 1 Queen)

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a window with a view of a cityscape, and a shelf with decorative items.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Classic Room, Castle View, 1 Queen)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Classic Room, 1 wee Double Bed)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a mirror, and a television displaying a person taking a photo.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Classic Room, 1 wee Double Bed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed)

A hotel room with a large bed, a small table with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (Classic Room, 2 Single Beds)

A hotel room with two beds, a small table with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (Classic Room, 2 Single Beds)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Superior Room Castle View, 1 King Bed)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a view of the city through large windows.

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Superior Room Castle View, 1 King Bed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Edinburgh

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection places you in the centre of Edinburgh, steps from Princes Street and within a short 5-minute stroll of George Street. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Eidyn, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Eidyn Bar & Lounge is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch and light fare. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Edinburgh City Centre hotel include Royal Mile and Grassmarket.

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • George Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grassmarket - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 4 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dishoom Edinburgh - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blank Street Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Booking Office (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Scottish Cafe & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 169 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • 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
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection offers 169 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. LED televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets 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

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 36 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 19 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Eidyn
  • Eidyn Bar & Lounge

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

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 path to lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Late-night room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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 full breakfast: from approximately GBP 19 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 36 per day (1969 ft away)

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Mercure Edinburgh City Princes Street
Mercure Edinburgh City Princes Street Hotel
Mercure Princes
Mercure Princes Hotel
Mercure Princes Street Hotel
Mercure Princes Street
Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel Scotland
Mercure Edinburgh City Princes Street Hotel
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection?

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection?

As of 13 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection on 12 Oct 2026 start from AU$419, 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 Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection?

The closest beach to Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection is Portobello Beach (5.3 km).

Does Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection?

No, Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 444 out of 764 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 764 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 764 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 764 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 764 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel in a perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and very helpful staff through the duration of our stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful experience and will definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Riley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very nice and gave us recommendations for restaurants and pubs in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time there for my honeymoon. Definitely would recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelent place to stay. The rooms clean and the location great.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super helpful staff—upgraded our room to one with balcony after a slight mix up that was likely on my end. Breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Senka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, well maintained and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was absolutely perfect for my travel interests in Edinburgh. Staff members were very friendly, accommodating, and helpful regarding local knowledge. It was a pleasure to be a guest here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly staff. Beautiful room with great views. Cheaper than close by hotels in old towne.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with amazing views
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Giulia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a delight this hotel was. Super central, the nicest employees, we had a wonderful time
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good choice for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Panoramic views spanning Scott Monument to the Castle from dining room and room balcony
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great location, helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfull hotel in the heart of Edinburgh
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location very central, convenient to transport, shops, places of visit, restaurants etc. Breakfast was good. Great view from room
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely perfect location between the old and new town. Staff extremely nice and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super Hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, very nice staff! Descent breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located across from the Scott monument. Close to the airport tram and train. Convenient to both Old Town and New Town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mohammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026