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Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
4 stars

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

53 Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2DG, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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£72
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8.3
Very good
based on 4961 reviews
4,961 reviews
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Provider
Nightly total
Double room
£72
Classic room
£82
Standard Room
£105
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Overview

Featuring unique views of Edinburgh Castle, Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel is situated in Edinburgh and is a brief stroll from Edinburgh Bus Station. It is located a brief stroll from Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile.

This 3-star hotel provides 24-hour room service, a 24-hour reception and an express check-in and check-out feature. In addition, the multilingual staff are available to provide local information. A tour desk is in-house and Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station is minutes away on foot, making it easy for guests to discover the local area and its attractions.

The hotel provides stylish rooms fitted with free wireless internet in rooms and a flat-screen TV. They all include a private bathroom, movies-on-demand and bottled water.

Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel's premium amenities comprise a traditional bar and an in-house restaurant. Guests are also able to try one of the many bars and cafés in the local area.

Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel is situated amongst the area's popular attractions, including the National Museum of Scotland, St Giles Cathedral and University of Edinburgh, which are within walking distance. Princes Street is also a short stroll away.

8.3
Very good rating
Based on 4,961 verified guest reviews

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Classic room
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1 double bed
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Standard Room
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£105
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1 double bed
£144
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£217
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Amenities at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

  • Quiet street view
  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Soundproofing
  • Landmark view
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Private entrance

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Services and conveniences

  • Safety deposit box
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

8.3
Very good
4961 verified ratings
Wonderful
1569
Very good
1037
Good
1021
Okay
419
Fair
452
Mediocre
197
Poor
266

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location, cleanliness, and beautiful views, particularly from higher floors. However, many reviews highlighted issues with room size and noise levels, with some guests feeling the hotel was outdated and overpriced.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Room Size2.5 out of 10
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Wonderful
Benjamin, Jul 2025
Best view of any hotel we’ve ever stayed at, hands down. Rooms were super clean and the staff we interacted with were so helpful and friendly.
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, May 2024
The location and the views from the hotel can't be beaten! It was SO EASY to get to transportation and to the major tourist attractions. Breakfast was lovely with a lot of options. The rooms are just a bit stuffy.
4.0
Mediocre
Rob, Sept 2023
The room was not cleaned properly, bins not even emptied. A hole in the bed sheet. Not even a small fridge for milk. Shabby all over. Excellent location, but the room/stay was definitely not worth the price paid.
4.0
Mediocre
Andrew, Jun 2023
On paper a good location with great city views. Reality however was if you have the city view room, the outside road (princes street) is extremely loud/noisy at night. The combination of facilities being dated in the hotel with no air conditioning led to the window being opened and many a troubled nights sleep. On the topic of dated facilities, the bathrooms cold do with an upgrade, plus our room ...
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Location

53 Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2DG

What's nearby

  • Princes Street Gardens200 yd
  • Princes Street202 yd
  • St. Andrew Square291 yd
  • Edinburgh City Centre372 yd
  • St Giles' Cathedral416 yd
  • Edinburgh Castle0.3 mi
  • The Royal Mile0.4 mi
  • Grassmarket0.4 mi
  • National Museum of Scotland0.4 mi
  • Calton Hill0.5 mi
  • University of Edinburgh0.6 mi
  • Scottish Parliament Building0.7 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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  • If you’re after a cheap room at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection, plan to stay on a Thursday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £201, while the most expensive was £318.
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FAQs when booking at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

  • Where is Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection located?

    Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection is located at 53 Princes Street in New Town, 0.1 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. Princes Street Gardens is the closest landmark to Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection.

  • Does Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection from the airport?

    Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection is 6.9 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection is 35.1 miles from Dundee.

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