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Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

Property class: 3

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A short walk from Royal Mile and Princes Street, Motel One Edinburgh-Royal provides a bar and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, two pillows, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Room (THE ONE)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(188 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Room (THE ONE with view)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Room (THE ONE for One)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the area

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, Motel One Edinburgh-Royal is near a train station. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and George Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
Map
18-21 Market Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1BL

What's nearby

  • A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.
    Royal Mile
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A church interior with a large organ, stained glass windows, and floral arrangements.
    St. Giles' Cathedral
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A cobblestone street lined with colorful buildings, a pub named 'Squeez,' and a shop called 'Pink.'
    Victoria Street
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A stone pathway leading to historic buildings with a castle in the background.
    Grassmarket
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A historic castle on a hill with a statue in the foreground.
    Edinburgh Castle
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Waverley Station
    3 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
  • Starbucks
    3 min walk
  • Bella Italia
    3 min walk

About this property

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

  • Hotel near Royal Mile
  • A short walk from Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle, Motel One Edinburgh-Royal provides a bar and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and smoke-free premises
    • Multilingual staff, a front-desk safe, and a 24-hour front desk
    • Luggage storage, an elevator, and tour/ticket assistance
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff, first-rate property condition, and location
  • Room features
  • All 205 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite 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.
  • Elevator
  • 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 available
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 allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 13.90 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Motel One Edinburgh-Royal pet-friendly?

Yes, Motel One Edinburgh-Royal allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel One Edinburgh-Royal?

As of Aug 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel One Edinburgh-Royal on Aug 30, 2026 start from CA $312, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Motel One Edinburgh-Royal?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Motel One Edinburgh-Royal?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Motel One Edinburgh-Royal located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this hotel is steps from Edinburgh Dungeon and Royal Mile. Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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