Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

4 stars
8,3
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based on 7223 reviews
7 223 reviews
53 Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2DG, United Kingdom
53 Princes Street, Edinburgh
+44 131 342 1013
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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
7223 reviews

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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
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  • Free toiletries

Reviews of Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

8,3
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Summary of reviews

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Guests overwhelmingly praised the hotel's central location, with many highlighting its proximity to major attractions, restaurants, and shopping areas. The staff received positive remarks for their friendliness and helpfulness. However, several guests were disappointed by the small room sizes and felt the hotel did not offer good value for the price paid. Some reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness and maintenance, but these were less frequently noted. Overall, the location and service stood out as the hotel's strongest points.
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Location10 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
Room Size2 out of 10
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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
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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 Street180 m
  • Princes Street Gardens184 m
  • St. Andrew Square260 m
  • Edinburgh City Centre326 m
  • St Giles' Cathedral397 m
  • Edinburgh Castle0.5 km
  • Grassmarket0.6 km
  • The Royal Mile0.6 km
  • National Museum of Scotland0.7 km
  • Calton Hill0.8 km
  • University of Edinburgh1 km
  • Scottish Parliament Building1.2 km

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

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The cheapest month to stay at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection is January, with an average nightly rate of R1 954. The most expensive month is August at R7 069 per night.

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The cheapest day to book Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection is Tuesday, with an average nightly rate of R3 726. The most expensive day is Sunday at R6 562 per night.

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  • 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 R6 562, while the most expensive was R6 562.
  • How long should you stay at Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

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  • 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 km from the centre of Edinburgh. Princes Street 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 11,1 km from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection is 56,5 km from Dundee.

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