Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal stands on Market Street between Waverley station and the climb towards the Royal Mile. It suits travellers who want to arrive by train, leave their bags and begin exploring the Old Town without another journey. The chain presents contemporary interiors, compact rooms and its own bar. Location and a straightforward approach are the appeal; do not expect every room to provide a panoramic view.

Guest comments contain frequent praise for the position, cleanliness and staff. They also raise questions about room size, noise depending on orientation and breakfast charged separately on some rates. Being close to Edinburgh's tourist heart does not guarantee complete quiet, so light sleepers should check the room category and ask about its position. A customer score differs from the hotel-category stars displayed by some search services; the profile records the guest score separately.

The address is 18–21 Market Street, close to Cockburn Street and Waverley's exits. Before booking, work out which station exit brings you nearest the hotel and remember that Old Town streets slope. Google Hotels lists check-in from 15:00 and check-out by noon, details to confirm against your chosen booking. For an uncomplicated stay with easy access to trains and the Royal Mile, this is the more direct option of the pair; Market Street Hotel offers rooms and services in a different segment.