2 Research Avenue South, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH14 4BA
What's nearby
Heriot-Watt University - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Edinburgh Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
Edinburgh Zoo - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles
Princes Street - 13 min drive - 6.2 miles
Edinburgh Castle - 14 min drive - 6.6 miles
Getting around
Curriehill Station - 4 min drive
Edinburgh Park Tram Stop - 4 min drive
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
Beijing Banquet - 3 min drive
Kinleith Mill - 5 min drive
KFC - 3 min drive
Al Borgo - 5 min drive
Da Vinci Cafe - 8 min walk
About this property
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West
Upscale eco-certified hotel near Heriot-Watt University
Located close to Edinburgh Zoo, Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West provides a grocery/convenience store, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, The Avenue, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.
You'll also find perks like:
Free self parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
A computer station, free newspapers, and a TV in the lobby
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 160 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
Recycling and LED light bulbs
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
Refrigerators, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12.95 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
The Avenue
Things to do
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Grocery/convenience store
In-room refrigerator
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Grocery/convenience store
Vending machine
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
2,465 square feet of conference space
Business center
Computer station
Meeting rooms
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Elevator
Grab bar near toilet
Height-adjustable showerhead
Lever door handles
Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
Low-height view port in door
Visual alarms in hallways
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
More
1 building
4 floors
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Banquet hall
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Built in 2017
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Smoke-free property
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
42-inch LCD TV
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Iron/ironing board
LED lighting
Phone
Recycling
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Water-efficient showers
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
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
Access methods
Staffed front desk, smart lock
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12.95 per person
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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
We should mention
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Property is also known as
Courtyard Marriott Edinburgh West Hotel
Courtyard Marriott Edinburgh West
Courtyard riott Enburgh West
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West Edinburgh
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West Hotel Edinburgh
Frequently asked questions
Is Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West located?
Located in Riccarton, this eco-certified hotel is steps from Heriot-Watt University, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Edinburgh Zoo and Princes Street. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are also within 9 mi (15 km). Curriehill Station is 22 minutes by foot.
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Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 585 out of 969 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 969 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 969 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 969 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 969 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Service is top-notch.
jose
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
8/10
Check in staff were lovely and very helpful.
Ben
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10
Matthew was amazing!! He took the time to get to know us and always had a smile for us. He is knowledgeable and willing to assist in any way possible. The hotel room was clean and quiet. The hotel restaurant had great food. The hotel is only a 20-25 min bus ride to the City Center, so very easy. We loved the hotel and would highly recommended.
R
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10
Great service from all the staff, highly recommended hotel.
Mary
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
8/10
The room was comfortable but a small microwave would have been great since there’s no room service.
Sharon
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10
A great place to stay, with friendly staff and great service.
Alexia
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
8/10
Love this hotel when working at Heriot-Watt. Clean and comfortable with excellent staff. Breakfast is basic but well done.
You need transport though, it is out of the way for anywhere but the University/Research Park.
Joanne
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10
Great modern hotel, 20 mins from the centre in a taxi.
Bryan
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10
Staff were helpful & accommodating. Room was clean, beds were comfy, food was tasty. Free parking was a bonus with an easy bus ride into the centre
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
8/10
Good place.
Mable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
We had a great stay
Kelsey
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10
Good hotel in a quiet area
LIXIN
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10
Lovely hotel not too far out from the city centre. Easy transport links in if required. Clean, modern comfortable rooms and hotel. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Samantha
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
4/10
I needed to cancel my reservation, and while Expedia tried to act on my behalf my request was refused by the hotel. This is very poor business practice.
Bonnie
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10
Nice and comfortable. Staff is friendly
Gabriela
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
Great trip and wonderful stay.
Alexia
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10
Place was a bit far from the town proper but easily navigated and staff were helpful in guiding us.
Judelyn
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
8/10
Really nice clean and comfortable and nice staff
Sahil
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
4/10
They could of changed my date for me but would not help me at all
geraldine
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Great hotel
Good parking
Friendly staff
Nice food
Comfortable
Eoin
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10
Booked a standard twin room with 2 twin beds and the room was very spacious and clean. Bathroom was also big with soap shampoo and conditioner. Was very surprised at how big the room was
Angela
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10
Very nice and clean
Ahmad
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
6/10
Did not like the bathroom. They made it modern with glass wall and door not noise proof lol don’t need to know everything going on in there. This hotel is located on a college campus and while only 5 miles from city seemed a hundred miles away the only place to eat was the hotel. It did give me a life lesson on how to use a bus to get into town.
Anna
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
8/10
It was a great stay at Courtyard but there were few things missing out that should be included in a 4 star hotel.
Sarosh
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
Nice hotel.
Bit of a journey into town but if you rent a car or drive no problem. About 20-30mins.
Hotel was nice, food was good. (Breakfast is worth the extra 10£ per night)
Overall would recommend.