Mercure Edinburgh City
Unbeatable Princes Street location with breathtaking Edinburgh Castle views – your perfect city escape awaits!
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If you're looking for a prime spot right in the heart of Edinburgh, you absolutely have to check out the Mercure Edinburgh City (formerly Mount Royal Hotel)! It's perfectly perched on Princes Street, meaning you're just steps away from all the action, including the vibrant Christmas markets. The real showstopper here? Those incredible panoramic views of Edinburgh Castle from many of the rooms and even some balconies – it's truly breathtaking, especially from the upper floors. While some parts have a classic charm, many rooms have been gorgeously refurbished, offering plush comforts. You'll love unwinding in the cozy lounge bar after a day of exploring, and with a delicious British menu at Writers Distillery, your taste buds are in for a treat. Plus, it's super child-friendly with cots and a kids' menu, making it ideal for families. Just a heads-up, if you're sensitive to city sounds, some front-facing rooms might pick up a bit of street bustle, but honestly, the location and those castle views are worth it!
Facilities
Dining
The Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh offers an on-site à la carte restaurant, Writers Distillery, which serves British cuisine and provides food options for high tea. A lounge bar is available for guests to unwind. The hotel also serves a vegetarian breakfast daily, offers special diet menus, and provides a children's menu for younger guests.
Kids Programme
This hotel is child-friendly and offers cots and a children's menu, but it does not appear to have a dedicated kids' programme or additional child-friendly activities within the premises.
Full Description
The Mercure Edinburgh City, previously known as Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh By The Unlimited Collection (and formerly Ramada Mount Royal), is a 4-star smoke-free hotel located at 53 Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2DG, United Kingdom. It boasts a central location, just a 7-minute walk from The Real Mary King's Close and within easy reach of the Scott Monument. Edinburgh Castle is a 600-meter walk away, and many rooms offer direct views of the castle, with some on upper floors featuring private balconies. The hotel is also near a train station (Edinburgh Waverley station is 400m away) and Edinburgh bus station (10 minutes on foot). The hotel features 167 allergy-free rooms, some of which are newly refurbished. Each room includes a sitting area, an iron with ironing board, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, sound-proofed windows, and tea/coffee making facilities. Bathrooms are fitted with a walk-in shower, a separate toilet, a hairdryer, and toiletries. Dining options include an à la carte restaurant called Writers Distillery, which serves British cuisine with excellent service. There is also a lounge bar and a snack bar. A vegetarian breakfast is served daily, and special diet menus are available. The hotel offers on-site dining and is child-friendly, providing cots and a children's menu. Additional facilities and services comprise Wi-Fi in public areas, 24-hour reception, express check-in/out, safe deposit boxes, 24-hour security, luggage storage, lift access, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and key card access. Guests can also benefit from room service, housekeeping, laundry, dry cleaning, tours/ticket assistance, and a welcome drink. The hotel also has a shared lounge and leisure/TV room. Rooms and facilities for disabled guests are available. Pets are not allowed. The average rating is 8.4 "Very Good" based on 4808 reviews. Check-in is from 15:00 until 23:59, and check-out is until 11:00. Payment methods accepted include American Express and Visa.