Motel One Edinburgh-Royal
18-21 Market Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 1BL, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.8/10! (score from 7129 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Very good located, even more than Motel One Princess Street!

- City view
- Pets allowed
- Free WiFi
- Private bathroom
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safety deposit box
- Luggage storage
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.
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Lift
- Heating
- Good breakfast

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- Karen
Colombia
“Very good located, even more than Motel One Princess Street!” - Tess
Australia
“Location location location! Just opposite the train station and across the road from all the fun of the Christmas markets, easy walk to the Royal Mile, or take the steps for a more challenging option. Comfortable bed, absolute blackout curtains,...” - Helen
United Kingdom
“Fab location, clean comfortable room, friendly attentive staff”
Hotel surroundings
Facilities of Motel One Edinburgh-RoyalGreat facilities! Review score, 8.7
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Lift
- Heating
- Good breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Seating Area
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- TV
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Bar
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
- Invoice provided
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Safety deposit box
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Lift
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cash
Motel One Edinburgh-Royal accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
FAQs about Motel One Edinburgh-Royal
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Check-in at Motel One Edinburgh-Royal is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.
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Motel One Edinburgh-Royal offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
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The prices at Motel One Edinburgh-Royal may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Motel One Edinburgh-Royal is 350 yards from the centre of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Room options at Motel One Edinburgh-Royal include:
- Double