Motel One Edinburgh-Royal
- City view
- Pet friendly
- Free Wifi
- Private bathroom
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safe
- Baggage storage
About this property
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.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Elevator
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Sustainability
- Green Key (FEE)
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Allan
United States
“The room we stayed in was clean. The hotel itself felt safe. Also great that breakfast was downstairs. The location is central to everything, can't be beat. The staff is quite friendly and helpful, and will go the extra mile to help you. Excellent...” - Susan
Canada
“Convenient location across from train station and on edge of old town, comfortable bed, updated bathroom, good breakfast, helpful staff.” - Gallant
United States
“Perfect location near everything. Excellent breakfast. Excellent staff.” - Kathleen
United States
“Location was great. Everything was clean and orderly. Cute decorations to boot.” - Alison
Canada
“Clean great breakfast kind staff very helpful comfy beds and pillows perfect location nice bar” - Stephen
United States
“We've stayed at Motel One before and have always liked the facility. It is close to Waverly Station and easy to get to.” - Karen
United States
“Location, very clean, comfortable bed, shower with unlimited hot water, breakfast daily.” - Gary
United States
“This is a luxurious hotel in a perfect location for sightseeing in Edinburgh. 7 minute walk from the EDI airport tram Princes stop and even closer to the airport bus service pickup. One block walk to the Royal Mile, which is perfect for being in...” - Joe
United States
“The hotel was in a great location! Right smack between Old and New towns, walking to any of the attractions in the city was super easy and it also made the hotel a great place to come back and rest in the mid day from walking. The bar was fully...” - Hagood
United States
“so close to the bus and train station and a short walk to the Royal Mile, and close to Edinburgh Gin and Holyrood Palace”
Hotel area info
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.




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