Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood

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Marriott Hotels & Resorts
8.7 (3110 reviews)
81 Holyrood Rd , Edinburgh , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Spacious and comfortable rooms
Exceptional staff service
Convenient location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues in some areas
Limited food service variety
Parking difficulties

Categories

Cleanliness
8.46
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, such as the room needing dusting and the legwork for clean towels.
Service
9.13
Overall, reviews indicated exceptional service, especially with staff attention to detail and providing assistance.
Location
9.17
Many reviews highlighted the convenient location, close to major attractions and easy access.
Room Quality
8.62
Several positive comments were made about room comfort and spaciousness, although some noted a lack of character.
Amenities
8.65
Mixed feedback on amenities, with some suggestions for improvement, such as additional snack options.
Value for Money
8.61
General perception of value, though some comments expressed that the hotel was pricier than expected for the experience.
Food and Beverage
8.16
Breakfast mentioned positively, although some noted crowding and service delays.
Overall Experience
8.83
Many reviews reflected a good overall experience despite a few specific issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 02:35

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience spacious rooms with marble bathrooms and modern amenities, including free WiFi and satellite TV. Enjoy a comfortable stay with complimentary mineral water and a designated workspace.

Award-Winning Dining
Indulge in a culinary delight at the Surf & Turf Restaurant, known for its exquisite dishes made from locally sourced ingredients. Treat your taste buds to a memorable experience during your stay.

Relaxation and Wellness
Unwind at the Health and Wellbeing Club, offering a gym, indoor pool, sauna, and beauty centre. Pamper yourself with rejuvenating treatments and take advantage of the top-notch facilities available.

Experience luxury and convenience at Edinburgh Holyrood Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay in the heart of Edinburgh's historical centre.

Important information:

The credit/debit card used to book a pre-paid rate must be presented to reception on arrival at the hotel. Please note that failure to do so will result in an alternative payment method being required.

Children aged 12 years and under sharing a suitable room with 2 adults and included in the reservation details are inclusive of breakfast, all other meals are charged as taken

Please note that the hotel doesn't accept any cash payments.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: EDI

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 24 per day.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 3110 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.46
Service: 9.13
Location: 9.17
Room Quality: 8.62
Amenities: 8.65
Value for Money: 8.61
Food and Beverage: 8.16
Overall Experience: 8.83
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Robert • couple • gb
9
A warm welcome and a great staff.
Pros:

Room was excellent. Clean and good facilities. location was first class, midway between the city centre and facilities, and dramatic countryside,

Cons:

no complaints at all. A particular word of credit for the front of house staff, they were charming, helpful and utterly positive. A particular thanks and recognition to the ladies who staffed this area. Brilliant and thank you!

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Roma • solo_traveller • gb
3
money for nothing at all - over £350/night of this cheap, hardly a 3star hotel
Pros:

the location was all right

Cons:

it is completely faceless, zero hospitality, overpriced for no reason, breakfast quelity below fast food, poor bar, very cheap spa area, pool smells ubearable, spa is not just for customers - and it’s busy with children lessons, sad experience at large…

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gg
9
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Edith Kahana • solo_traveller • il
9
Good basic 4 stars hotel in Edinburgh but not more
Pros:

Good basic 4 stars hotel, but not more.
Good room size.
Quiet room.
Close to Holyrood palace.
Good and tasty breakfast.
Nice sweeming pool

Cons:

Room facing the neighbors flats.
The hotel is a bit far from the center, but still walking distance.
Carpet and curtains are showing stains.
Overpriced.

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Susan • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Great location staff very friendly and helpful

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Iain • solo_traveller • gb
6
Meh 🫤
Cons:

Over priced. Reception experience always feels laboured. Quality of room doesn’t reflect the price.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Craig • couple • gb
9
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Guðrún Heiða • family_with_children • is
9
2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • gb
9
We had a great weekend in Edinburgh and if we return would definitely come back to the Marriott.
Pros:

Great location and the staff were very friendly.

Cons:

Nothing I didn’t like but a couple of things with room 111 where we stayed. There is no hook on the back of the bathroom door so nowhere to hang damp towels. Could do with a mirror closer to the plug sockets as it was hard drying hair as the plugs were too far away.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Akiko April • couple • gb
9
We enjoyed our stay. We will definitely book this again when we visit Edinburgh again.
Pros:

Location was great. The pool was nice. The room was clean and comfortable to stay in. Staff was really helpful and nice.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Michela • family_with_children • it
8
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • extended_group • us
8
We enjoyed the quieter area but for the price expected a bit more.
Pros:

The area was quieter, but still close enough to walk to most of the city's attractions. We appreciated the small fridge and good a/c.

Cons:

The walls and carpet showed signs of age; dents, scratches, missing paint, some stains. The a la carte breakfast was not great. I got a waffle from a package for 15 pounds.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Katrina • solo_traveller • gb
9
Wonderful short stay, very comfy bed!
Pros:

Lovely hotel and welcoming staff

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Ramdasshree • Family • Hyderabad District, Telangana
4
Good location, but appears short staffed
Pros:

We stayed here for 2 nights as a family of 4 in two rooms.

This hotel is in a great location a few mins from the Kings Mile, good parking facility and spacious rooms. Staff are friendly and courteous and helped with several of our asks.

It however felt a bit short staffed and was unable to cater to some basics. The lounge was poorly kept and did not have any staff to take orders. Even though we notified a week in advance of our arrival, we did not get rooms to check in until 5pm(we arrived at 8 am). We had to present options ourselves to problem solve instead of proactive trouble shooting.

2026-06-12 • via Tripadvisor
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Hans • extended_group • de
8
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Brian • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Comfortable, clean, well- lit (a rare feature in hotel rooms)
Very good breakfast

Cons:

Location is handy for Holyrood Palace, Parliament and Dynamic Earth, a bit of a walk to and from centre.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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jill • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Antonella • couple • it
10
Pros:

Camera molto pulita, silenziosa, in ottima posizione per visitare tutti i punti di interesse.
Ottimo il parcheggio privato (costo 25£/giorno).
Ottimo lo staff.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Lucy • solo_traveller • gb
10
Fabulous location, excellent hotel
Pros:

Fabulous location within 2 minutes of Holyrood Park and Palace. Very well managed hotel. Great breakfast with fresh fruit salad, fresh pineapple, and lots of other choices. There is a hot buffet and you can also order. Orders are taken, and food arrives, quickly. No queues at coffee machines. Good sized swimming pool. Large, comfortable room. Excellent service throughout. And one of few hotels that takes need to recycle seriously. A very relaxing stay.

Cons:

Light leaks over top and round sides of curtains. Pelmet was poorly designed.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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jane • solo_traveller • es
10
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee