Motel One Edinburgh-royal
18-21 Market Street, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH1 1BL, United Kingdom
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18-21 Market Street, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH1 1BL, United Kingdom
In the center of Edinburgh, the Motel One Edinburgh-Royal is a 5 minute walk from the train station, and only half a mile from the Castle. Guests can reach the historic St. Margaret’s Chapel, the Half Moon Battery and David's Tower within a 10 minute walk. Edinburgh airport is only 9 miles away. The rooms feature a private 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 less than half a mile from the hotel. Guests at Motel One Edinburgh-Royal can also reach historic places such as Cockburn Street and the Royal Mile within a 5 minute walk. The award-winning Scottish Storytelling Center, a 10 minute walk away, offers fun activities for families as well as evening entertainment.

Hotel Services and Facilities

Free WiFi Free parking Free breakfast Pet friendly

Hotel facilities

  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Bar
  • 24-Hour Front Desk
  • Express Check-In/Check-Out
  • Elevator
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Wine/champagne
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • First aid kit available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Invoices
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Food delivery
  • Electronic room key
  • CCTV security in common areas
  • Daily disinfection
  • Facilities for disabled guests available
  • Luggage storage & lockers
  • Non-smoking property
  • Professional cleaning services
  • Pets allowed (charges may apply)
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stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Great location, great staff & very clean.
Room was a bit small but ok for our needs.
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Comfortable bed, comfortable pillow (not the typical rock solid hotel pillows), excellent location, friendly and helpful staff.
I expected a little bit more, the bar area was nice (nice vibes) but the chairs were all over the place. I think it would be easy for bar staff or cleaning staff to regroup the seating to make it less chaotic. The room was a little smaller than I expected and I think more could be done with the decor.
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Central location, clean, friendly
Our room was at the back, next time I will get a room with a view.
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
Great position.
Very expensive
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Location
Small room especially considering price No access to coffee or light resfreshments after breakfast
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Location - right in the centre next to the train station great for exploring. Breakfast was nice.
Very expensive!
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Excellent location in the beautiful old town, steps away from shops, restaurants, and all the attractions. Very clean room with comfortable bed.
Minor things: would be great with a mini fridge in the room, and with this price they should also provide conditioner (and not just 2-in-1 shower gel & shampoo)
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
Every staff member I had contact with was lovely. Polite, attentive and efficient. There was one bartender in particular who was good making sure I was OK when another guest who had had a lot of whisky was talking to me. The guy wasn't bothering me at all but it was nice to be asked and to know someone was taking notice of what was going on especially as I was on my own.
Not a fan of the breakfast, I prefer a hot breakfast so I went elsewhere. I was quite disappointed with the complimentary toiletries, no lotion, hair conditioner etc. Just 2 basic washes although they did smell very nice. Not much of a choice of T-bags in the room and no biscuits.
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 5 out of 10
Fair
It is however well located and its possible to walk to most inner city venues. The staff are very professional , friendly and helpful.
For £430 per night this hotel is not good value. The rooms are very small , there is nowhere to hang cloths apart from a tiny rack that holds 4 hangers and then if you use it the mirror is covered. Tiny bathroom and the windows are sealed so there is no possibility of allowing fresh air into the room . This hotel does not have a restaurant . Continental style breakfast is a help yourself frenzy and insufficient tables and chairs to accommodate everyone at peak times.
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The location of this hotel is perfect, right in between Princes St and the Royal Mile. The Rooms were clean and comfortable. The staff was very nice and super helpful as well. I would definitely stay here again.
Nothing.
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Central location
No cupboards or drawers . Shelves too high to use easily. Bin needed by tea stuff not bathroom . No glass/cup in bathroom for teeth. Not enough milk/sugar for teas required in room but reception very obliging . Shower towels too small!
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
loved the decor and the very friendly and helpful staff. Great location for what we wanted to visit. also great shower!
walking down endless corridors and getting lost to get to and from my room:) but woud stay again...the good compensated this detail!
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Great location. Lovely staff
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
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Motel One Edinburgh-royal

18-21 Market Street, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH1 1BL, United Kingdom