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Motel One Edinburgh-Princes

3.0 star property
Travelers find a welcoming urban retreat in Edinburgh's historic center, where friendly staff and modern comforts create a perfect base for city exploration

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Motel One Edinburgh - Princes is centrally located, offering eco-conscious stays with in-room WiFi and a cozy bar for unwinding after sightseeing. Steps from St. Giles' Cathedral, the helpful staff ensures a smooth city experience.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Room (THE ONE with view)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed

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Room (THE ONE)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(120 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, Motel One Edinburgh-Princes is in a shopping district and near a metro station. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and George Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Murrayfield Stadium. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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10-15 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2AN

What's nearby

  • Walter Scott Monument in the Rainy Day, Edinburgh, Scotland
    Princes Street
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • St. Andrew Square
    St. Andrew Square
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • street view of George street at Edinburgh, scotland
    George Street
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • sunset time, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Scotland
    Royal Mile
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh, Scotland
    Edinburgh Castle
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop
    3 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station
    4 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Society Bar & Kitchen
    1 min walk
  • Dishoom Edinburgh
    3 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min walk
  • Haute Dolci
    2 min walk
  • Black Sheep Coffee
    1 min walk

About this property

Motel One Edinburgh-Princes

Hotel near Princes Street
Close to Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, Motel One Edinburgh-Princes provides amenities like a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and an elevator
  • Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 140 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 14.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2014
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 14.50 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Motel One Edinburgh-princes
One Edinburgh-princes
Motel One Edinburgh-Princes Scotland
Motel One Edinburgh-Princes Hotel
Motel One
Motel One Edinburgh Princes
Motel One Edinburgh - Princes Hotel
Motel One Edinburgh - Princes Edinburgh
Motel One Edinburgh - Princes Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is Motel One Edinburgh-Princes pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Motel One Edinburgh-Princes doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Motel One Edinburgh-Princes?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Motel One Edinburgh-Princes?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Motel One Edinburgh-Princes located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Princes Street, St. Andrew Square, and George Street. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are also within 10 minutes. St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Edinburgh Waverley Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Motel One Edinburgh-Princes Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 596 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was what we needed and a great location. It was clean and quiet. Staff at the reception desk were all helpful. We were able to check our bags after check out to take one of our classes we had booked. There was no breakfast/snacks included but there was a restaurant on location (which we did not try).
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect location, quiet room with a very comfy bed and friendly attentive staff - it was just right for our trip, we loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location for us- right off Waverley train station; yet was quiet at night. So much within walking distance. They take your luggage prior/after check out. Friendly staff and delicious toasties/VERY well made drinks at their bar. (Espresso martini & Moscow mule) - Very clean room and comfortable linens. Love the later checkout time. Would recommend Pep & Fodder blocks away for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location and lovely staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were lovely, so helpful and friendly. The decor is beautiful and everywhere spotlessly clean. Great locatio
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Breakfast, location, and very comfortable beds
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and the staff were very nice and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

jim

Friendly staff, great food, good location, modern room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location, staff was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and very pretty. The location was great and the staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Directly across from Waverley station so very convenient if traveling by train. Close to restaurants and sights.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, polite staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, entrance a bit obscure up side street. Would choose this hotel again due to its location, comfort and service.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liliane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast choices were good
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and spacious. Staff at the desk in the evening and morning were very friendly. Breakfast was great with lots of selection
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David G

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The staff was very friendly and attentive
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless, staff were very welcoming and accommodating. When checking in we were told we’d for a free upgrade to a room with a nice view, which was so unexpected. Stunning view of the old town and the castle.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and clean hotel. Staff very pleasant and helpful. Bar and lounge area bright and comfortably furnished. Excellent location on Princes Street. Basic but comfortable and clean room/bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was friendly and room was nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cheng-Chieh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Motel One is located in a very convenient area. Rooms are clean and very well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location. Room very clean and spacious. Breakfast was good. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, nice hotel with a good breakfast and perfect location. You are in the heart of it all at a reasonable price. Room was a bit tight but what you would expect in a large European city unless you want to pay luxury prices or stay further out. Staff was great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms and friendly staff. Rooms are appointed in a modern way. This is not a luxury hotel but overall we found it to be a great value.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, great room, loved the bar area, 1st class friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, friendly staff and like they have a bar. For a night cap
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025