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Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Hotel with restaurant, near Princes Street

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Fri, Jan 16
January 2026
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February 2026
In the heart of Edinburgh, Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel offers a warm welcome with dry cleaning services, a cozy bar, and an inviting restaurant. Connect to WiFi in your room or enjoy outdoor furniture while reading free newspapers; luggage storage and tour assistance are also available. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
CA $123
CA $148 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19

Room options

Showing 7 of 7 rooms
Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Room Castle View, 1 King Bed) | City view from property
Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Room Castle View, 1 King Bed)
Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Room Castle View, 1 King Bed)
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Room Castle View, 1 King Bed)

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Standard Suite, Multiple Beds (Classic Room, 1 Queen, 1 Single Bed)

Standard Suite, Multiple Beds (Classic Room, 1 Queen, 1 Single Bed)

Good

Highlights

Soundproofed
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Classic Room, Castle View, 1 Queen)

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Classic Room, 1 wee Double Bed) | City view from property
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Classic Room, 1 wee Double Bed)
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Classic Room, 1 wee Double Bed)

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed)

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (Classic Room, 2 Single Beds)
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Classic Room, 2 Single Beds)

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Superior Room Castle View, 1 King Bed)

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Superior Room Castle View, 1 King Bed)

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
53 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2DG

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • George Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grassmarket - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 30 min drive
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 21 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 22 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Dishoom Edinburgh - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blank Street Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Scottish Cafe & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Dome - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Ivy on the Square Edinburgh - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

When you stay at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Princes Street and George Street. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Scott`s on Princes Street, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and offers garden views. Also, Royal Mile and Grassmarket are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Princes Street Tram Stop is 3 minutes and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 4 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 169 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Offsite parking nearby (GBP 36 per day; discounts available)

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Dining

Scott`s on Princes Street - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Scott`s Bar - This bar serves lunch and light fare. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 19 per person

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 19 2026 to March 21 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Bar/Lounge(s)
  • Breakfast
  • Dining venue(s)
The property will be renovating from January 19 2026 to March 21 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 36 per day (1969 ft away)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Also known as

Mercure Edinburgh City Princes Street
Mercure Edinburgh City Princes Street Hotel
Mercure Princes
Mercure Princes Hotel
Mercure Princes Street Hotel
Mercure Princes Street
Mercure Edinburgh City - Princes Street Hotel Scotland
Mercure Edinburgh City Princes Street Hotel
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection?

No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking.

Are there restaurants at or near Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection?

Yes, Scott`s on Princes Street offers garden views. The dining venue will be unavailable from January 19 2026 to March 21 2026 (dates subject to change).

What's the area around Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection like?

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection is in Edinburgh City Centre, a short 3-minute walk from Princes Street Tram Stop and 8 minutes' walk from Royal Mile. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently praised for its variety, quality, and taste, with many guests enjoying the experience. (53 reviews)
  • The property's restaurant served amazing food and offered a great selection of options, including vegetarian and vegan choices. (7 reviews)
  • The property's proximity to the airport tram stop and bus stop was a big plus, with trams departing every 7 minutes to the airport. (5 reviews)
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Popular mentions

RoomLocationService staffViewBreakfastBedBathroomRestaurantShowerLobby

10/10 Exceptional

Clean spacious room, excellent location
Joanne, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room small but fine for a single occupant, very clean and comfortable. Great location.
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay
Stuart, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

View from room of Christmas market and castle
Helen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely outstanding stay! Had a beautiful room with a balcony overlooking the Christmas market and Edinburgh Castle. It was perfectly situated. 3 min walk from the train station and 4 mins from shops. Everything was a stones throw away! Beautiful bathroom and room in general on the top floor. Breakfast was excellent and worth the money. As we were on the sleeper train, we arrived incredibly early and the hotel took and kept hold of the bags either side of our journeys! Highly recommend staying here. Could not fault the hotel, staff and service!
Fabulous view whilst eating breakfast.
View from the balcony
Kerry, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean hotel
Gillian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room with the necessary facilities. Well stocked breakfast buffet. Friendly and helpful staff on the front desk and restaurant.
Iain, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Helpful, friendly staff.
Laura, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfy room, staff was friendly and helpful, food delish!
Janice, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

overall, the hotel was great value. The location is excellent. My room was small but comfortable, well designed and efficient (newly refurbished).
Eric, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Basic room.
Wayne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff; fantastic breakfast; comfortable beds; great location.
Joanne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay in the heart of Edinburgh
Ella, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was a little cold. But overall it was a lovely stay
Miss Carly J, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Decent stay, unremarkable but well-located.
Rebecca, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Room was very dated but served a purpose. Staff were lovely.
Catherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

bra
mikael, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

great view, super location

Location was great, room was on the small side but with a great view of the old town
Coates, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were friendly and helpful. Location was great.
Debbie, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Read it, so you stay away from this place, They call it a wee room, it should be called wee wee wee room, lt is 2 closets combined together, jail cell sized room, wait jail cell may be bigger, Old hotel with old everything Elevator to 1st floor broke, so you need to lug your luggage up 1 flight of stairs, Location, in may seem like a good idea to be on princes street, but trust me, do not stay in hotel on Princes Street, it's loud and busy, stay couple blocks back from this main road for peace and quiet nights.
shujen, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location next to the train station with gorgeous views of Old Town and the castle. Friendly and helpful staff. Wonderful restaurant.
Danielle, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice
Lee, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The wrong photos are on hotels.com so I did not get what I thought K was paying for. The room types do not match the photos. Comfort was good. Very clean. Service was excellent.
Adrian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient place to stay

Nice hotel in a great location on Princes Street, close to all the main sites. Restaurant recently renovated. Clean room, although small. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Laurence, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the staff! They were all super friendly. Great location!
Danielle, 2-night trip