About this property

Situated in the centre of Edinburgh, the Motel One Edinburgh-Royal is 5 minutes’ walk away from the train station, and only half a mile from the Castle. Guests can reach the historical St. Margaret’s Chapel, the Half Moon Battery and David's Tower within 10 minutes' walk. Edinburgh airport is only 9 miles away. The rooms feature an en suite bathroom with shower, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and stylish, modern furniture. The historic market square Grassmarket offers a variety of bars and restaurants and it is situated less than half a mile from the hotel. Guests at Motel One Edinburgh-Royal can also reach historical places such as Cockburn Street and the Royal Mile within 5 minutes’ walk. The award-winning Scottish Storytelling Centre, 10 minutes’ walk away, offers fun activities for families as well as evening entertainment.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Motel One
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Motel One

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Situated in the real heart of Edinburgh, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.8

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Buffet


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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jessica
    Sweden Sweden
    Not much noise from the street outside at night. There was not a single spot of dirt in the room or bathroom. The location was perfect, right in the middle of all things I wanted to see. Also very good that the hotel was so close to the train...
  • Nads
    Ireland Ireland
    We really enjoyed our stay here. The hotel and rooms are very clean and well kept! The beds and pillows were incredibly comfortable. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. You cannot beat the location, it's walking distance from all tourist...
  • Chloe
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location is perfect and close to lots of sights, bars, restaurants, the castle and dungeons, also right next to the bus stop that takes you to the airport, friendly staff, nice clean rooms with lots of facilities, great bar area to chill and...
  • Larisa
    Ukraine Ukraine
    The location is just superb, a few steps from the Waverley station is minutes walk from the main attractions. It has a good breakfast, maybe not very much selection but enough. The personal was very helpful, polite and efficient, they offered us a...
  • Joanna
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great location at the bottom of Cockburn Street but was quiet. The staff were very helpful and the breakfast was really good. Bit cramped having it in the bar area tho. Would definitely stay there again.
  • Susan
    Australia Australia
    Convenient location, perfect for our needs, loved there was luggage storage for the two nights away between bookings.
  • Franca
    Canada Canada
    The hotel is very well located, within walking distance to everything Edinburgh has to offer. Although the rooms are small, they are super efficient and clean. The breakfast is excellent!!!
  • Nadine
    Germany Germany
    Amazing location - very convenient right in the city and near the station for buses and trains . Amazing breakfast, comfy and clean rooms, friendly staff, accessible accommodation! Would definitely recommend and stay there again.
  • Anish
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent central location, room was clean and perfect for the purpose of my trip.
  • Fran
    Croatia Croatia
    Top location. Right next to the bus stop of the airport shuttle. Clean and great staff. You can leave your luggage for free after check-out and explore the city more.

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 12:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.