Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

3.0 star property

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A cozy interior with a view of a historic building, featuring a seating area with tables and chairs, and a large window.
A cozy seating area with a leather sofa, a teal armchair, and a small round table with a candle.
A bar with hanging glass light fixtures and shelves stocked with various liquor bottles.
A modern bar area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, and a bar counter with various bottles.
A modern interior with a mix of seating areas, including sofas and chairs, and a visible staircase leading to an upper level.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$387
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July

Explore the area

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

Room options

Room (THE ONE)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(183 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room (THE ONE with view)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room (THE ONE for One)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 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, steps from Royal Mile and within a short 5-minute stroll of 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 Old Town Edinburgh hotel include Princes Street Gardens and Edinburgh Castle.

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Giles' Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Grassmarket - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Military Tattoo Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.5 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
  • ‪Luckenbooths - ‬1 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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.

Property class

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 27 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel One Edinburgh-Royal on 29 July 2026 start from AU$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-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. 788 out of 1245 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 303 out of 1245 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1245 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1245 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1245 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

Donna

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Fantastic on all accounts: location, cleanliness, delicious breakfast with many options, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ELLIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very good and the bar superbly stocked
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tirsah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free coffee and breakfast selection was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Connie

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Clean room , staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff. Decent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and well appointed lobby. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Hotel was a great surprise. Friendly staff, comfy quiet room, good breakfast and a Great location! I highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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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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10/10 Excellent

Michele

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Great location ! Clean and comfortable Room to explore all the best of Edinburgh! Friendly and welcoming staff. I would definitely recommend this hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast buffet was excellent and bar vibes were cool. Enjoyed the window seats looking out over Cockburn St.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 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

Jennifer

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This place is in the perfect location first of all. Updated, clean, super friendly and helpful staff. Definitely will be my go-to if I am lucky enough to make it back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

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Location is fantastic! Staff is extremely friendly and accommodating. Rooms are clean, modern, quiet, and beds are comfortable. Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 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

Anneka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second stay here, and we’d go back again. The rooms are fairly spacious and have all the basic amenities you’d need. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great, with plenty of options. Great central location to see a lot of beautiful Edinburgh sights, and walking distance to Waverley station too!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is super convenient from the tramstation and very easy access to the Royal Mile. It was easy to access all of the tourist spots with no problem. Many food and pub options in the area as well. Mornings were a bit on the noisy side with staff cleaning and turning rooms over. I had a great stay and recommend.
Great coffee/tea station
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was small, BUT it had everything we needed. The staff went above and beyond to help us and were super friendly. The breakfast was AMAZING!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Philip charles

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Did not have bteakfast, the room was very clean so was the hotel , staff was very nice helpful, polite, we had a very nice stay looking forward to staying again would highly recommend this lovley hotel with lovley people well done
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

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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

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a lovely stay at the Motel One in Edinburgh. The location really can't be beat, and the staff were very helpful in recommending places to check out. One thing to note in Scotland is that in-room fridges and clocks are not common here, so plan accordingly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect location in Edinburgh! Very spacious room, comfy bed, clean all over, and excellent breakfast with a cool vibe. Loved everything about my stsy! Staff was super friendly and hrlpful! 10 out of 10
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sofia

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The location is perfect, amazing views, nice staff and the room was nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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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