Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

The hotel's location is excellent, right in the heart of Princes Street, opposite the Scott Monument. There's a bus stop downstairs, and it's just a 5-minute walk to the train station, making it convenient to get anywhere. The hotel is a renovated old building, clean and beautiful. My wallet was stolen in Edinburgh, and the hotel even helped me report it to the police and arranged for a Chinese translator to assist with the statement. Their service was incredibly thoughtful, definitely a five-star rating.

The location is absolutely superb! It's just a few minutes' walk from Edinburgh Waverley Station, right in the heart of Princes Street, and next door to M&S. I booked the cheapest room type, so there wasn't much of a view, but the room itself was very comfortable. Calton Hill, Princes Street Gardens, and the Royal Mile are all within walking distance – basically, you can walk everywhere in Edinburgh from here. A very pleasant stay.

My trip to Edinburgh was to watch my child perform. Since my English isn't great, the hotel's front desk staff were incredibly patient, helping me use a translation app to check in and check out smoothly. They were especially accommodating when they learned I had a 3:30 PM show to catch, allowing me to check in half an hour early. My room on the 7th floor was very clean and comfortable. I was particularly impressed by the thoughtful and ingenious dust covers on the bathroom cups and tissue box opening – very satisfied! I had some concerns after reading a few reviews, but my actual experience was wonderful!

In August, during the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, all hotels are expensive. Especially for tourists from China, you can't compare the prices to what you'd pay back home. The hotel's biggest advantage is its location. If you consider the Scott Monument as the city's touring center, then this hotel has arguably the best location in the city. It's just a five-minute walk from the train station, directly opposite the monument. Right in front of the hotel is a large sunken garden at the foot of the castle, and the Scottish National Gallery is only a three-minute walk away. There's a bus stop almost right outside the hotel, making it convenient to get around the city. However, this street is only for buses and black cabs; Uber cannot access it. You can ask the front desk to call a taxi for you. Once called, they'll give you a code to confirm the vehicle, so not having a UK mobile number isn't an issue, which is quite convenient. The front desk service was decent, and the breakfast restaurant staff were very warm and welcoming. The service staff on all floors were excellent; housekeeping was prompt and enthusiastic, which is why we left a tip when checking out. The breakfast was very rich and diverse. Of course, you can't compare it to breakfasts in China, which probably offer the most extensive hotel breakfasts in the world. The restaurant's view is unbeatable. At 8 AM, you can easily pick a window seat. Next to the hotel is an M&S Food, which is very convenient for buying groceries. The room was small and had air conditioning. We booked the most basic room type, which overlooked a construction site in an internal courtyard. However, the advantage was that the room was exceptionally quiet. Given that we were out and about visiting attractions all day, and summer days in Edinburgh are long, the room's main function was just for rest and sleep. The main issues were the lack of a refrigerator and that the window could only open a tiny crack, leading to a noticeable odor. Regarding dining around the hotel, we tried two places; they were expensive and the food wasn't great. Taking a few bus stops to Haymarket, however, offered cheaper and tastier options with fewer tourists. Italian, Greek, and Vietnamese pho restaurants there were outstanding. Overall, for a first-time visitor to Edinburgh, staying here is a viable option.

Located on Princes Street, a 5-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley Station. Princes Street Gardens are right downstairs, and the Royal Mile, Ross Fountain, and Calton Hill are all within a 15-minute walk. It's truly a prime location. The only downside is that the room is quite small, barely acceptable for a single person. Service and cleanliness are both fine.

The breakfast offers a good variety, and the restaurant ambiance is excellent. The front desk staff are very welcoming and helpful. The window view is beautiful. The hotel's location on Princes Street is incredibly convenient for getting around, being very close to the train station and directly opposite the Sunken Garden. There are also plenty of shops, attractions, and dining options nearby.

The location is super convenient, right across from the train station on Princes Street. The breakfast was the best we had throughout our entire UK trip. The service was excellent, and all the staff were really friendly. They even gave us two complimentary drinks on our first night. We were originally booked into another hotel for the rest of our trip, but because we enjoyed our stay so much here, we promptly extended it for another night.