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Residence Inn by Marriott Edinburgh

4.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from The Meadows

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At Residence Inn by Marriott Edinburgh, experience upscale comfort and eco-friendly charm near the University of Edinburgh. Enjoy amenities like a 24-hour gym, coffee shop/cafe, business center, snack bar/deli free in-room WiFi and multilingual staff. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff and prime location.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$332
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Studio, 2 Double Beds

Family Studio, 2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
36 Simpson Loan, Quartermile, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 9GF

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • National Museum of Scotland - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St. Giles' Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Royal Mile - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 15 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 15 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Library Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Doctors Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Civerinos Slice - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sandy Bell's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mums Great Comfort Food - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Residence Inn by Marriott Edinburgh

Upscale hotel near University of Edinburgh
Located close to The Meadows and National Museum of Scotland, Residence Inn by Marriott Edinburgh provides free continental breakfast, a corner/local shop and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Express check-out, a 24-hour front desk and a lift
  • A TV in reception, smoke-free property and 1 meeting room
  • A water dispenser, laundry services and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 107 rooms include comforts such as laptop-compatible safes, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Highchairs and free infant beds
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch HDTVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and dishwashers

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 27 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • High chair
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet (79 centimetre high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (94 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (114 centimetre high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2011
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch HDTV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 13 October 2025 to 1 May 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Selected guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night (maximum GBP 50 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 27 per day (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night (maximum GBP50 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Residence Inn by Marriott Edinburgh pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Residence Inn by Marriott Edinburgh?

As of 13 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Residence Inn by Marriott Edinburgh on 16 Nov 2025 start from NZ$331.58, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Residence Inn by Marriott Edinburgh?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Residence Inn by Marriott Edinburgh?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Residence Inn by Marriott Edinburgh located?

Located in Tollcross, this hotel is steps away from The Meadows and University of Edinburgh. National Museum of Scotland and Festival Theatre are also within 10 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 15 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 17 minutes.

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Residence Inn by Marriott Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 513 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, great breakfast, sizeable room
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I greatly enjoyed my stay here. Friendly staff, clean room, decent breakfast options and ideal location to walk to tons of shopping, dining and tour locations. I would stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very kind and helpful. The room was clean and everything worked great. The breakfast was absolutely wonderful and never disappointed! The location was great, as we could easily walk to each end of the city in a matter of minutes and see all that we wanted to see. You will not be disappointed by staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dropped our daughter at University of Edinburgh. We couldn’t have gotten closer to the main campus. Great location. All major sights were walkable. WONDERFUL buffet breakfast each morning very quiet and clean. 2-room suite type hotel with kitchenette and sitting area in separate room with tv. Highly recommend. Will stay again when visiting our daughter.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Atoussa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an amazing start!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Close to Edinburgh University

Well located, great breakfast, comfortable room, and the staff were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bento

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff went out of their way to accommodate us and make us feel special. Service was exemplary.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent food, plenty of options. My biggest complaint is not having someone at the reception desk who doesn’t have a strong accent. I needed help with a taxi and over the phone I couldn’t understand them and I felt very stranded in a big city
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eveline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Kaya Gökçe

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location but disappointing stay overall

The location was excellent, and the breakfast was good enough. However, there was a strong odor coming from the bathroom, and despite raising the issue, nothing was done to resolve it. Unfortunately, this significantly impacted the experience for me and my family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hernan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Second bed

The second bed was terrible and I could not sleep due to this.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ma Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness
Okay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to old town
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Nice hotel. Unfortunately, an unknown when I booked the room, the hotel is renovating and there is construction going on around the hotel. Several things were not open like the restaurant and gym. A bit noisy. Inconvenient to meet Ubers and taxi due to road work. But overall a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff all over
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great location and very quiet. Got upgraded to a love room and it was very spacious with a very comfortable bed and desk to work at. I will definitely be back to visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Far from the Marriott standard

Far from the Marriott standard. The hotel is very outdated, the hallways and staircases were not clean. The scramble for a table and food in the morning due to lack of tables and layout of the food was nothing short of uncivilised. The only real upside of this hotel is the staff who were all very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Ian

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
We arrived at a full hotel and had to take a wheel chair accessible room, the shower was in the open bathroom and everything in the bathroom got soaked when you took a shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

donna m

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

ugur

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location but not recommended

Tv wasn’t working. The noise coming from outside was unbearable, from 7”8 am thru 3 pm for three days straight. The breakfast Buffett is pretty good, though, and so is location next to the university.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The single elevator was always busy. A second one would be more efficient
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Unfortunate

Unfortunately we didn’t have a great stay. The advertised “bar” was essentially a fridge. The room was very warm with no window or air conditioning which made it very difficult to sleep. The TV signal made the tv useless. The room was very clean and the staff where helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023