10-15 Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2AN, United Kingdom
#40 of 160 hotels in Edinburgh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 4617 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.8
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.4
Free Wifi
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: August 8, 2024
Gilmartin
United KingdomExpensive for a 1 night stay especially since breakfast was not included & room was small. Not value for money
Lovely decor, clean, friendly staff, great location. Easy check in & check out Nice bar with good selection of drinks
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 7, 2024
Claudia
United States of AmericaThe room wasn’t as clean as I would’ve expected. This should be paid more attention to
The helpful reception by Jordi who checked us in. It’s really well located and certainly at a decent price.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 5, 2024
Kirsty
United KingdomJust the cost I know we pay more because of location and is in line with other central hotels Breakfast was lovely but not cooked or included in the cost of the room
Amazing location clean and tidy lovely staff
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 3, 2024
Karen
United KingdomMaybe, scrambled egg, as a choice at breakfast.
Very relaxed atmosphere, good that there was 24hr reception. Lovely shower.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 3, 2024
Colin
United KingdomTea and coffee provision a bit mean and a few biscuits would have been nice.
Central location. Cleanliness. Helpful staff.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 3, 2024
Amanda
United KingdomA fridge in the room might be better.
Great location, helpful staff and very clean.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 2, 2024
Jessica
United KingdomThe views from the window weren’t amazing and it’s expensive - but that’s a reflection of Edinburgh in general rather than Motel One
The staff were really friendly and helpful and welcoming, 10/10
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 2, 2024
Cecilia
United States of AmericaWe got a great corner room with awesome views. Perfect location and easy to find.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: August 2, 2024
Tanya
United KingdomNothing
Very central, clean and modern but expensive if you are on your own.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: August 2, 2024
Melvin
FranceThe toilet needs more cleaning because it smells of urine despite being looked clean.
The location.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 1, 2024
Patricia
United States of AmericaTemperature in room.
Location, value.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 1, 2024
Linda
AustraliaLocation was great
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 29, 2024
Maria
IrelandWe had to keep the windows open as it was quite warm , which brought a lot of street noise in .
The staff were absolutely fantastic. Everyone of them , from reception to housekeeping. The hotel was very central and in walking distance to shopping centre , trams , trains and your buses . Our room was spotless and the bed extremely comfortable
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 29, 2024
Emma
Irelandthe room was extremely hot during the night and AC wasn't working
Hotel is very central and convenient, beds were comfortable, rooms were clean and staff were all very lovely and helpful
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 29, 2024
Dani
United KingdomThe A/C wasn’t really working properly? I could not put the temperature down as much as I wanted it to be. Would be nice to have a chest of drawers or a closet in the room.
Location was superb, room was nice and spacious and so was the bathroom! Lovely staff at the reception! Very friendly and super helpful!
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 28, 2024
Strawn
SpainI can’t think of anything I didn’t like.
Motel One was so much fun! It is now my preferred hotel in Edinburgh. I paid extra for a city view, worth it! Location close to tour bus stations, Waverley Station, Royal Mile, Grassmarket, Apple computer store on the ground floor of the hotel (upgrade your computer knowledge with an Apple specialist!) Hot breakfast, fast WiFi, European and UK outlets, proper vibes in common spaces as well.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 27, 2024
Elaine
United KingdomOnly continental breakfast available and no softer bed pillows available
Fabulous location with compact but clean room.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 26, 2024
Jamie
United States of AmericaToo expensive for size and breakfast not included.
Location, staff.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: July 26, 2024
Fiona
United KingdomI did not find fault with anything during my stay
It was very tastefully decorated in a central location. The staff were warm, welcoming and very acccommodating
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 25, 2024
Alya
United Arab EmiratesEvery thing
Every thing
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 25, 2024
Jaclyn
DenmarkThe room is too small for comfort.
The location is perfect for walking around. The room is small, but it make up by the location.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: July 24, 2024
Jason
United KingdomN/A
The property location was ideal, in the heart of where we wanted to be.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 24, 2024
Lewis
United KingdomWith the window open Prince's Street can be very loud into the night.
Clean and tidy. Simple but elegant. Friendly and inviting, We would definitely stay again.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 24, 2024
Sibel
United States of AmericaBreakfast could have a wider selection but minor point
Simple but clean and convenient. Breakfast option is also good if you are in a hurry.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 23, 2024
Steve
South AfricaDid not like that there was no parking, and no drop-off location to unload luggage, etc.
Motel One Edinburgh was great. Very simple, clean and comfortable. Easy access for pedestrians, but access is not great if you have a car.
Stayed in June 2024
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