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
- Thibaut
France
“The breakfast is excellent. A lot of choice, good quality products, spacious restaurant. Hotel very well located to visit Edinburgh, to take the train, to go to the airport, and to take a rental car. Comfortable room.” - Amal
Kuwait
“Great location comfortable hotel nice&helpful reception highly recommended” - Mark
United States
“Modern property built into what appears to be a historic building.” - Anna
United States
“It’s very comfortable and quiet, didn’t want to get out from bed 😴, everyday cleaning,close to royal mile” - Norman
United States
“Location is great. Across the street from train station.” - Marcella
Canada
“After a trans Atlantic flight to Edinburgh, we took the Airlink bus located right outside the airport exit. For only £6 per person it took 30 minutes to arrive at the last stop, which was a 3 minute walk to Motel One. We had a lovely room....” - Elisheba
United States
“It is near the transportation hub, train, bus to airport, tram. And it is right on the major street and near the royal mile.” - Başak
Turkey
“Location is amazing, breakfast is great, the staff is very friendly. It has everything you would would want except a fridge, which is not so much of an essential. Would definitely stay there again.” - Linda
United States
“The location was great for us since we were going on a cruise and the hotel was near the cruise terminal. The staff was very nice.” - Sam
United States
“Absolutely wonderful location. The bed was super comfortable. The breakfast was top notch, and mostly, the staff was kind and helpful. It's a no brainer - choose Motel One!”
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.