Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West
US$178
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Avg. for October
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US$178
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West average US$85 in the cheapest month (January) and US$271 in the most expensive month (August), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$85 |
| February | US$97 |
| March | US$104 |
| April | US$152 |
| May | US$223 |
| June | US$244 |
| July | US$229 |
| August | US$271 |
| September | US$233 |
| October | US$178 |
| November | US$142 |
| December | US$143 |
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Most expensive: August (~US$271)
Cheapest: January (~US$85)
About this property
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility. Additional amenities at this hotel include a banquet hall and a vending mach...
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility. Additional amenities at this hotel include a banquet hall and a vending machine.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Edinburgh? This hotel has 2465 square feet (229 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
You can enjoy a meal at The Avenue serving the guests of Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 160 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Location
With a stay at Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West in Edinburgh (Riccarton), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Heriot-Watt University and 9 minutes from Edinburgh Zoo. This hotel is 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from Princes Street and 6.9 mi (11.2 km) from Edinburgh Castle.
What's nearby
Heriot-Watt University(0.1 Miles)
Edinburgh Park(1.8 Miles)
Gyle Shopping Centre(2.4 Miles)
Dalmahoy Golf Course(2.9 Miles)
Edinburgh Corn Exchange(3.6 Miles)
Napier University(4.1 Miles)
Tynecastle Stadium(4.2 Miles)
Murrayfield Ice Rink(4.3 Miles)
Royal Highland Centre(4.3 Miles)
Murrayfield Stadium(4.5 Miles)
Spire Murrayfield Hospital(4.5 Miles)
Edinburgh Zoo(4.8 Miles)
Cramond Village(5.2 Miles)
Jupiter Artland(5.7 Miles)
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One(5.7 Miles)
The preferred airport for Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West is Edinburgh Airport (EDI)(4.4 Miles)
Parking
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Non-smoking rooms
Business centre
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Location
2 Research Avenue South, Riccarton, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Heriot-Watt University (0.1 Miles)
Edinburgh Park (1.8 Miles)
Gyle Shopping Centre (2.4 Miles)
Dalmahoy Golf Course (2.9 Miles)
Edinburgh Corn Exchange (3.6 Miles)
Napier University (4.1 Miles)
Room options
5
Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
258 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
5
Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
258 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
6
Superior Room, 1 King Bed
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
258 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
4
Superior Room, 2 Double Beds
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 4
258 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Bathtub and Shower
Guest reviews of Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West
8.5
Fabulous
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What guests think
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At Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West, travelers repeatedly praise friendly, helpful staff, modern spacious rooms, and the quiet university-campus setting with convenient bus links and parking, making it a comfortable base away from Edinburgh’s busiest areas.
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At Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West, travelers repeatedly praise friendly, helpful staff, modern spacious rooms, and the quiet university-campus setting with convenient bus links and parking, making it a comfortable base away from Edinburgh’s busiest areas.
Common gripes include inconsistent breakfast quality and value. Several reviews note bathroom design and water pressure issues, plus occasional housekeeping lapses or outages affecting Wi-Fi or air conditioning. If you want a quiet, modern stay with easy transit access and don’t need a central address, this fits well.
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Facilities
Guests appreciate the on-site bar/restaurant and convenient parking, with several noting free parking. Overall facilities feel basic, with no airport shuttle and no gym mentioned.
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Laura
17 Aug 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
This was a beautiful property located at the entrance of a university The staff was very friendly The bus stop is literally a 2 minute walk from the hotel The bus will get you into the center of Edinburgh near the castle in 30-45 minutes for 2 pounds Plenty of parking if you drive there Lots of walking trails at the university for fitness The hotel restaurant had delicious breakfast and dinner options Great bartenders
This was a beautiful property located at the entrance of a university The staff was very friendly The bus stop is literally a 2 minute walk from the hotel The bus will get you into the center of Edinburgh near the castle in 30-45 minutes for 2 pounds Plenty of parking if you drive there Lots of walking trails at the university for fitness The hotel restaurant had delicious breakfast and dinner options Great bartenders
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Amanda and david
30 Oct 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Nice hotel , good amount of parking . £25 per head for breakfast is very steep especially when everything has run out
Nice hotel , good amount of parking . £25 per head for breakfast is very steep especially when everything has run out
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Melanie
17 Jan 2023
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Stayed 19,369 nights
I enjoy staying at this hotel. Great ground floor layout, meeting areas, good food, staff etc. Would love a gym and some fresh air in rooms, but overall great. Quite a way from City Centre if that's important, Uber good, or bus if you're a busser.
I enjoy staying at this hotel. Great ground floor layout, meeting areas, good food, staff etc. Would love a gym and some fresh air in rooms, but overall great. Quite a way from City Centre if that's important, Uber good, or bus if you're a busser.
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Erica
21 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I wouldn't call this a 4 star hotel. It was okay, but there was nothing that made it feel elevated. There's a bar and food available, but the decor is basic and cheap looking. It was safe and the staff were friendly.
I wouldn't call this a 4 star hotel. It was okay, but there was nothing that made it feel elevated. There's a bar and food available, but the decor is basic and cheap looking. It was safe and the staff were friendly.
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ALISTAIR
21 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Good quality business style hotel equally good for relaxing in on a leisure trip. All service attention was good. Room was good but with poor lighting to the desk/work area. Coming to a late breakfast at 09.30 for a 10.00 finish, it seemed to be that some items had no longer been replenished, e.g. cold meats/bacon. Guess one could go off to find staff and ask, but shouldn't have to. Nice location/setting with possibility to stroll out around greenery of the campus. Good, free parking right next to the hotel. Food available on site with a good bar. Food was average but not excessively priced. Hotel itself was a little pricey, but as said good quality generally,
Good quality business style hotel equally good for relaxing in on a leisure trip. All service attention was good. Room was good but with poor lighting to the desk/work area. Coming to a late breakfast at 09.30 for a 10.00 finish, it seemed to be that some items had no longer been replenished, e.g. cold meats/bacon. Guess one could go off to find staff and ask, but shouldn't have to. Nice location/setting with possibility to stroll out around greenery of the campus. Good, free parking right next to the hotel. Food available on site with a good bar. Food was average but not excessively priced. Hotel itself was a little pricey, but as said good quality generally,
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Jenifer
24 Aug 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Convenient bus service to downtown. Nice setting. Free bar drink each day you dint use housekeeping.
Convenient bus service to downtown. Nice setting. Free bar drink each day you dint use housekeeping.
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Mary
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ideally situated for what we wanted to do in Edinburgh. Staff were excellent - helpful and friendly. Rooms we booked were superior and had all the usual items for this standard of room. Parking good right outside the hotel. No complaints.
Ideally situated for what we wanted to do in Edinburgh. Staff were excellent - helpful and friendly. Rooms we booked were superior and had all the usual items for this standard of room. Parking good right outside the hotel. No complaints.
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Greg
12 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice place to stay in Edinburgh close enough to the airport. A Shuttle to the airport would be nice.
Nice place to stay in Edinburgh close enough to the airport. A Shuttle to the airport would be nice.
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Keith
5 Jun 2023
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Very friendly and informative check-in experience, but the room we were initially allocated on the third floor was not accessible as new carpets were being laid, so we couldn't even get out of the lift. Luckily, another room was available on the second floor so they were able to move us. Room was comfortable with plenty of space, bathroom was clean but the shower wasn't great - lacking in water pressure. Other than that, it was a pleasant place to sleep. The bar and restaurant area was nice, if a little expensive for drinks. Bar staff were, again, excellent. However, breakfast was poor. Good selection of food, but the quality fell far below the standards we expected. We also had dinner there on our first night and, again, the quality was sub-standard. As for location, the surroundings were very nice, probably helped by the majority of the university students having headed home for the summer! The hotel was a little further from Edinburgh city centre than we thought, but 20-25 minutes in an Uber wasn't too bad. Overall, a decent place to stay and the staff were first class. Just a shame the food was disappointing.
Very friendly and informative check-in experience, but the room we were initially allocated on the third floor was not accessible as new carpets were being laid, so we couldn't even get out of the lift. Luckily, another room was available on the second floor so they were able to move us. Room was comfortable with plenty of space, bathroom was clean but the shower wasn't great - lacking in water pressure. Other than that, it was a pleasant place to sleep. The bar and restaurant area was nice, if a little expensive for drinks. Bar staff were, again, excellent. However, breakfast was poor. Good selection of food, but the quality fell far below the standards we expected. We also had dinner there on our first night and, again, the quality was sub-standard. As for location, the surroundings were very nice, probably helped by the majority of the university students having headed home for the summer! The hotel was a little further from Edinburgh city centre than we thought, but 20-25 minutes in an Uber wasn't too bad. Overall, a decent place to stay and the staff were first class. Just a shame the food was disappointing.
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Eoin
29 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great hotel Good parking Friendly staff Nice food Comfortable
Great hotel Good parking Friendly staff Nice food Comfortable
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Cleanliness
Many reviews describe rooms and areas as clean, but recurring issues include stained carpets, mould in some showers, occasional smoke smells, missed replenishment, and rooms not serviced.
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chris
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel was very clean with helpful staff. Breakfast was ok, but have had better at other Marriott hotels.
Hotel was very clean with helpful staff. Breakfast was ok, but have had better at other Marriott hotels.
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Gurdeep
22 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Paid for a king size bed got two beds pushed together. Kept pushing away when sleeping. Room had the previous guest pizza left in it. Told staff, they wernt really fussed.
Paid for a king size bed got two beds pushed together. Kept pushing away when sleeping. Room had the previous guest pizza left in it. Told staff, they wernt really fussed.
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Alexander
18 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Conveniently located hotel for our pit stop trip to Edinburgh. Around 10 minutes in an Uber from the airport. As friendly as the staff were, unfortunately the hotel left a lot to be desired. We wanted an easy, clean stay, to be expected from a 4 star hotel. The lobby was filthy upon checkout this morning . The carpets hadn’t been properly cleaned in the room. A small compromise but what I cannot compromise on is a good night sleep and the very basics weren’t good enough, uncomfortable pillows and very average mattress. A shame because we stay with Marriott in many cities.
Conveniently located hotel for our pit stop trip to Edinburgh. Around 10 minutes in an Uber from the airport. As friendly as the staff were, unfortunately the hotel left a lot to be desired. We wanted an easy, clean stay, to be expected from a 4 star hotel. The lobby was filthy upon checkout this morning . The carpets hadn’t been properly cleaned in the room. A small compromise but what I cannot compromise on is a good night sleep and the very basics weren’t good enough, uncomfortable pillows and very average mattress. A shame because we stay with Marriott in many cities.
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Richard
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything was very clean the only thing I thought could have been better was the toilet seat, it has a yellow tint on the inner rim. There also weren't any wash cloths & had to go buy one.
Everything was very clean the only thing I thought could have been better was the toilet seat, it has a yellow tint on the inner rim. There also weren't any wash cloths & had to go buy one.
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Jeremy
29 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was not as clean as I would expect it to be upon arrival.
The room was not as clean as I would expect it to be upon arrival.
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Adrian
29 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean, friendly and modern
Clean, friendly and modern
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Michael D
8 Apr 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
They didn’t properly clean our room (they would make the bed but didn’t take out the trash). The shower wall only covers half the wall, so water leaks - we mopped it up with towels but they never replaced the towels. We didn’t know we had to place the key in the wall to turn on the electricity, the staff who showed us was a bit condescending.
They didn’t properly clean our room (they would make the bed but didn’t take out the trash). The shower wall only covers half the wall, so water leaks - we mopped it up with towels but they never replaced the towels. We didn’t know we had to place the key in the wall to turn on the electricity, the staff who showed us was a bit condescending.
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Robert
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Situated perfectly in a quiet spot on the grounds of the university campus, we took andvantage of a woodland walk 1 minute from the hotel entrance. extremely pleasant and helpful staff. Room was very clean and spacious with a stunning bathroom having both a bath and large shower. Breakfast was a delight with plenty of options to choose from. My only complain would be the pillows are way too soft with little support for your head. Room was expensive as we didn’t realise when booking the Edinburgh Fringe Festival was on which I dare say increased the normal room tariff considerably
Situated perfectly in a quiet spot on the grounds of the university campus, we took andvantage of a woodland walk 1 minute from the hotel entrance. extremely pleasant and helpful staff. Room was very clean and spacious with a stunning bathroom having both a bath and large shower. Breakfast was a delight with plenty of options to choose from. My only complain would be the pillows are way too soft with little support for your head. Room was expensive as we didn’t realise when booking the Edinburgh Fringe Festival was on which I dare say increased the normal room tariff considerably
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sharon
11 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
no vegetarian option at breakfact , hash brown and eggs were disgustinga nd very rubbery and dried out, . Mould in shower cubicle, tried to telephone reception but phone in room did not work , and Tv would not connect to my or my partners phone so we could stream tv
no vegetarian option at breakfact , hash brown and eggs were disgustinga nd very rubbery and dried out, . Mould in shower cubicle, tried to telephone reception but phone in room did not work , and Tv would not connect to my or my partners phone so we could stream tv
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Bradd
13 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. I would stay here again in the future!
Hotel was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. I would stay here again in the future!
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Rooms
Rooms are modern, spacious and generally quiet with comfortable beds. Downsides mentioned are frosted-glass bathroom privacy, weak shower pressure or half screens that splash water, occasional Wi-Fi or A/C problems, and some noise from plumbing or bright control LEDs.
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David
8 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Property was good, not particularly cheap, no WIFI available for most of my stay, check in was slow, no bottled water in my room and smoke detector covered up following some painting in the room being completed
Property was good, not particularly cheap, no WIFI available for most of my stay, check in was slow, no bottled water in my room and smoke detector covered up following some painting in the room being completed
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Fergus
12 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Poor sleep due no natural ventilation. Without air conditioning it was far too hot and with air conditioning you have all the discomforts that it offers. Too cold, too dry, too noisy, too needy, etc.
Poor sleep due no natural ventilation. Without air conditioning it was far too hot and with air conditioning you have all the discomforts that it offers. Too cold, too dry, too noisy, too needy, etc.
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Angela
2 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Booked a standard twin room with 2 twin beds and the room was very spacious and clean. Bathroom was also big with soap shampoo and conditioner. Was very surprised at how big the room was
Booked a standard twin room with 2 twin beds and the room was very spacious and clean. Bathroom was also big with soap shampoo and conditioner. Was very surprised at how big the room was
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Anna
16 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Sadly disappointed. We arrived only to be told after 5 hours of stuffy hot room that’s the air conditioning was not functioning in the hotel. Given the standards of the Marriott, I would have expected to be told that upon arrival so that if I wanted to explore another option. I would have had the choice, instead none given, instead had a horrible headache induced night due to the room being so hot and stuffy!! Would not stay again!!
Sadly disappointed. We arrived only to be told after 5 hours of stuffy hot room that’s the air conditioning was not functioning in the hotel. Given the standards of the Marriott, I would have expected to be told that upon arrival so that if I wanted to explore another option. I would have had the choice, instead none given, instead had a horrible headache induced night due to the room being so hot and stuffy!! Would not stay again!!
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Shawnie
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very modern and clean. Rooms are spacious and quiet.
Very modern and clean. Rooms are spacious and quiet.
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Amanda
4 Jan 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was very clean with a spacious bathroom, with complimentary shampoo, conditioner and shower gel. Had air conditioning which warmed the room very well and cooled it down when needed. The mattress was very deep and comfortable, with a good quailty mattress topper and bedding. The only thing that was disappointing was the tv. This only had basic channels and was very small in comparison to the size of the room. I would have thought with it being a 4 star hotel it would have had a smart tv so you could watch thing's like Netflix, itv x, I player. The only app available was you tube.
The room was very clean with a spacious bathroom, with complimentary shampoo, conditioner and shower gel. Had air conditioning which warmed the room very well and cooled it down when needed. The mattress was very deep and comfortable, with a good quailty mattress topper and bedding. The only thing that was disappointing was the tv. This only had basic channels and was very small in comparison to the size of the room. I would have thought with it being a 4 star hotel it would have had a smart tv so you could watch thing's like Netflix, itv x, I player. The only app available was you tube.
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Nichola
13 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
4 of us stayed in a large family room and were impressed by the size of the room, including the bathroom which is the biggest I have ever seen.
4 of us stayed in a large family room and were impressed by the size of the room, including the bathroom which is the biggest I have ever seen.
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Rachel
14 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is not near anything-petrol, food, etc., but within 5-10 minutes driving. We stayed only for one night prior to a flight. The hotel is modern and the room was spacious. My only complaint is that I do not understand the design of frosted glass doors and walls for a bathroom. The bathroom doors had inch wide openings, which leaves zero privacy. I could see the TV from the shower through the crack. A design I’ll never understand and don’t know how it caught on.
The hotel is not near anything-petrol, food, etc., but within 5-10 minutes driving. We stayed only for one night prior to a flight. The hotel is modern and the room was spacious. My only complaint is that I do not understand the design of frosted glass doors and walls for a bathroom. The bathroom doors had inch wide openings, which leaves zero privacy. I could see the TV from the shower through the crack. A design I’ll never understand and don’t know how it caught on.
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Michael
14 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Service was good as was parking. Room smelt slightly of smoke and every time the toilet was flushed there was a loud cistern noise which lasted for 1 minute, this noise also applied when other rooms flushed there toilets. So as you can imagine very noisy during the night, so we didn’t have a good nights sleep.
Service was good as was parking. Room smelt slightly of smoke and every time the toilet was flushed there was a loud cistern noise which lasted for 1 minute, this noise also applied when other rooms flushed there toilets. So as you can imagine very noisy during the night, so we didn’t have a good nights sleep.
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Alan
6 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The shower could be changed to a more powerful rainwater overhead shower .Otherwise the hotel was fantastic
The shower could be changed to a more powerful rainwater overhead shower .Otherwise the hotel was fantastic
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Service
Service is frequently praised as friendly and helpful, with staff offering local tips and efficient check-in. Some reports cite slow queues, billing or booking inflexibility, unanswered phones, or a condescending tone in isolated interactions.
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Mary
9 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great service from all the staff, highly recommended hotel.
Great service from all the staff, highly recommended hotel.
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Heidi
3 Oct 2023
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Stayed 9 nights
Front desk staff were brilliant.
Front desk staff were brilliant.
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Jimmy
14 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Overall everything is good, staff is also friendly. However I got the problem that there was no hot water on the first night…I tried to call the service desk for a few times but the phone seems not connecting to anyone. When I went to the front desk one of the staff told me the problem was due to the boiler, I understood that it might not be solved soon as it was 11pm already, but I was not given any alternatives, and I’m not sure if it is really just a problem for my room or for others as well as I dun see other people complaining. The second day the problem was fixed, however the water was still not hot enough, the water power was also rather weak. I gave me comment when I left the hotel. Hopefully it will be better next time.
Overall everything is good, staff is also friendly. However I got the problem that there was no hot water on the first night…I tried to call the service desk for a few times but the phone seems not connecting to anyone. When I went to the front desk one of the staff told me the problem was due to the boiler, I understood that it might not be solved soon as it was 11pm already, but I was not given any alternatives, and I’m not sure if it is really just a problem for my room or for others as well as I dun see other people complaining. The second day the problem was fixed, however the water was still not hot enough, the water power was also rather weak. I gave me comment when I left the hotel. Hopefully it will be better next time.
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Mary
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ideally situated for what we wanted to do in Edinburgh. Staff were excellent - helpful and friendly. Rooms we booked were superior and had all the usual items for this standard of room. Parking good right outside the hotel. No complaints.
Ideally situated for what we wanted to do in Edinburgh. Staff were excellent - helpful and friendly. Rooms we booked were superior and had all the usual items for this standard of room. Parking good right outside the hotel. No complaints.
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Amber
2 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Matthew was a great desk agent. Super helpful for our tired traveling minds by making everything easy. It was a quick overnight, but nice and quiet for us!
Matthew was a great desk agent. Super helpful for our tired traveling minds by making everything easy. It was a quick overnight, but nice and quiet for us!
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Ben
10 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Check in staff were lovely and very helpful.
Check in staff were lovely and very helpful.
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Kelly
9 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent hotel. Staff were super friendly and helpful.
Excellent hotel. Staff were super friendly and helpful.
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R
29 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Matthew was amazing!! He took the time to get to know us and always had a smile for us. He is knowledgeable and willing to assist in any way possible. The hotel room was clean and quiet. The hotel restaurant had great food. The hotel is only a 20-25 min bus ride to the City Center, so very easy. We loved the hotel and would highly recommended.
Matthew was amazing!! He took the time to get to know us and always had a smile for us. He is knowledgeable and willing to assist in any way possible. The hotel room was clean and quiet. The hotel restaurant had great food. The hotel is only a 20-25 min bus ride to the City Center, so very easy. We loved the hotel and would highly recommended.
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Sally
16 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Shower was not good really low flow of water, and trying to charge us for breakfast on the day we arrived ( on check out ) we did not arrive until 14.00 ?
Shower was not good really low flow of water, and trying to charge us for breakfast on the day we arrived ( on check out ) we did not arrive until 14.00 ?
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geraldine
9 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
They could of changed my date for me but would not help me at all
They could of changed my date for me but would not help me at all
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Location
Set within the Heriot-Watt University campus, the location is quiet and scenic but away from the city centre. Buses nearby run to central Edinburgh in roughly 20–45 minutes, and it’s convenient for drivers and the airport.
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Laura
17 Aug 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
This was a beautiful property located at the entrance of a university The staff was very friendly The bus stop is literally a 2 minute walk from the hotel The bus will get you into the center of Edinburgh near the castle in 30-45 minutes for 2 pounds Plenty of parking if you drive there Lots of walking trails at the university for fitness The hotel restaurant had delicious breakfast and dinner options Great bartenders
This was a beautiful property located at the entrance of a university The staff was very friendly The bus stop is literally a 2 minute walk from the hotel The bus will get you into the center of Edinburgh near the castle in 30-45 minutes for 2 pounds Plenty of parking if you drive there Lots of walking trails at the university for fitness The hotel restaurant had delicious breakfast and dinner options Great bartenders
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Karen
6 Jun 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Initially, I was disappointed with my hotel selection as this hotel is a fair way out of town, but, as it is near the university, and adjacent to a park & ride location, the buses run every 10 minutes. The distance from the city was not an issue for us. Parking was included - bonus, and being on the outskirts of town made it easier for us to travel up further into Scotland on day trips without fighting city traffic. Access to downtown Edinburgh was easy - 40 minute bus ride. Room was good - roomy - comfy bed - air conditioning. Buffet breakfast was same/same as other hotels. No complaints - full range of options. The dinner options at their onsite restaurant are limited. We opted to stay in town later at night at eat at a Pub in town. The buses ran late into the evening. Overall, good place to stay. Only downside is there are no dining options close by. I would happily stay at this hotel again.
Initially, I was disappointed with my hotel selection as this hotel is a fair way out of town, but, as it is near the university, and adjacent to a park & ride location, the buses run every 10 minutes. The distance from the city was not an issue for us. Parking was included - bonus, and being on the outskirts of town made it easier for us to travel up further into Scotland on day trips without fighting city traffic. Access to downtown Edinburgh was easy - 40 minute bus ride. Room was good - roomy - comfy bed - air conditioning. Buffet breakfast was same/same as other hotels. No complaints - full range of options. The dinner options at their onsite restaurant are limited. We opted to stay in town later at night at eat at a Pub in town. The buses ran late into the evening. Overall, good place to stay. Only downside is there are no dining options close by. I would happily stay at this hotel again.
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johna
29 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great hotel. Not convenient to downtown but definitely doable. It was peaceful and in a pretty area.
Great hotel. Not convenient to downtown but definitely doable. It was peaceful and in a pretty area.
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Elizabeth
19 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This was a good option coming in late from the airport but there is no shuttle and it is farther than other airport hotels. That said, the hotel is nice and public transportation into Edinburgh is excellent. A good and less expensive option if you don't mind being half an hour from the city.
This was a good option coming in late from the airport but there is no shuttle and it is farther than other airport hotels. That said, the hotel is nice and public transportation into Edinburgh is excellent. A good and less expensive option if you don't mind being half an hour from the city.
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Ronald
30 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel is hidden on a University campus but a great experience. Check in was easy, restaurant was good and rooms were clean.
Hotel is hidden on a University campus but a great experience. Check in was easy, restaurant was good and rooms were clean.
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William
4 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was a bit off the beaten path so we were a little uneasy about staying at the Marriott Edinburgh hotel. But there was a bus stop about 100 yards from the hotel. The 25 bus went right into Edinburgh and it took about 35 minutes which I thought was nice. The hotel itself was right in a college campus so it had a good energy about it. The room was great. The breakfast was reasonable for $10 pounds and the bar area was convenient. Would recommend if you don't mind taking a bus into Edinburgh.
The hotel was a bit off the beaten path so we were a little uneasy about staying at the Marriott Edinburgh hotel. But there was a bus stop about 100 yards from the hotel. The 25 bus went right into Edinburgh and it took about 35 minutes which I thought was nice. The hotel itself was right in a college campus so it had a good energy about it. The room was great. The breakfast was reasonable for $10 pounds and the bar area was convenient. Would recommend if you don't mind taking a bus into Edinburgh.
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Jenifer
24 Aug 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Convenient bus service to downtown. Nice setting. Free bar drink each day you dint use housekeeping.
Convenient bus service to downtown. Nice setting. Free bar drink each day you dint use housekeeping.
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Robert
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Situated perfectly in a quiet spot on the grounds of the university campus, we took andvantage of a woodland walk 1 minute from the hotel entrance. extremely pleasant and helpful staff. Room was very clean and spacious with a stunning bathroom having both a bath and large shower. Breakfast was a delight with plenty of options to choose from. My only complain would be the pillows are way too soft with little support for your head. Room was expensive as we didn’t realise when booking the Edinburgh Fringe Festival was on which I dare say increased the normal room tariff considerably
Situated perfectly in a quiet spot on the grounds of the university campus, we took andvantage of a woodland walk 1 minute from the hotel entrance. extremely pleasant and helpful staff. Room was very clean and spacious with a stunning bathroom having both a bath and large shower. Breakfast was a delight with plenty of options to choose from. My only complain would be the pillows are way too soft with little support for your head. Room was expensive as we didn’t realise when booking the Edinburgh Fringe Festival was on which I dare say increased the normal room tariff considerably
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Samsun
20 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Although hotel is far from center city , public transportation was readily available and had day passes for about the same amount of round trip tickets. Busses also accepted credit cards. Hotel was very helpful and knowledgeable of the bus routes.
Although hotel is far from center city , public transportation was readily available and had day passes for about the same amount of round trip tickets. Busses also accepted credit cards. Hotel was very helpful and knowledgeable of the bus routes.
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Christine
3 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This hotel is fantastic, nice & quiet, neat, clean & the staff were lovely. As it it positioned on the edge of Heriot Watt University campus it is ideal for students & family.
This hotel is fantastic, nice & quiet, neat, clean & the staff were lovely. As it it positioned on the edge of Heriot Watt University campus it is ideal for students & family.
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Dining
Breakfast feedback is mixed, with repeated mentions of lukewarm or basic selections, occasional shortages and high price, though some guests enjoyed it. Dinner and bar experiences vary from good to limited or overpriced.
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Karen
6 Jun 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Initially, I was disappointed with my hotel selection as this hotel is a fair way out of town, but, as it is near the university, and adjacent to a park & ride location, the buses run every 10 minutes. The distance from the city was not an issue for us. Parking was included - bonus, and being on the outskirts of town made it easier for us to travel up further into Scotland on day trips without fighting city traffic. Access to downtown Edinburgh was easy - 40 minute bus ride. Room was good - roomy - comfy bed - air conditioning. Buffet breakfast was same/same as other hotels. No complaints - full range of options. The dinner options at their onsite restaurant are limited. We opted to stay in town later at night at eat at a Pub in town. The buses ran late into the evening. Overall, good place to stay. Only downside is there are no dining options close by. I would happily stay at this hotel again.
Initially, I was disappointed with my hotel selection as this hotel is a fair way out of town, but, as it is near the university, and adjacent to a park & ride location, the buses run every 10 minutes. The distance from the city was not an issue for us. Parking was included - bonus, and being on the outskirts of town made it easier for us to travel up further into Scotland on day trips without fighting city traffic. Access to downtown Edinburgh was easy - 40 minute bus ride. Room was good - roomy - comfy bed - air conditioning. Buffet breakfast was same/same as other hotels. No complaints - full range of options. The dinner options at their onsite restaurant are limited. We opted to stay in town later at night at eat at a Pub in town. The buses ran late into the evening. Overall, good place to stay. Only downside is there are no dining options close by. I would happily stay at this hotel again.
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Amanda and david
30 Oct 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Nice hotel , good amount of parking . £25 per head for breakfast is very steep especially when everything has run out
Nice hotel , good amount of parking . £25 per head for breakfast is very steep especially when everything has run out
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Chris
23 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Breakfast was luke warm. People taking more than they needed. Hence others having to wait for stock up Everything else was kgreat.
Breakfast was luke warm. People taking more than they needed. Hence others having to wait for stock up Everything else was kgreat.
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Glenn
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was very friendly and accomodating. Restaurant dinner was good and reasonably priced. The morning breakfast was excellent. Room size was more than adequate. No complaints.
Staff was very friendly and accomodating. Restaurant dinner was good and reasonably priced. The morning breakfast was excellent. Room size was more than adequate. No complaints.
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David
20 Jun 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Not much nearby. No close restaurants. Good public transportation nearby. Buffet breakfast was not good. Lunch and dinner from menus was good.
Not much nearby. No close restaurants. Good public transportation nearby. Buffet breakfast was not good. Lunch and dinner from menus was good.
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david
17 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was in a good location. Quiet lication. Good parking. Staff very polite and service was good for diner. The Food was was less great. Breakfast was a buffet. Cold bacon, cold sausage and cold beans. No temperaturecontrol at all. Very disappointing. Hard fried eggs that had not been refreshed. Diner the night before was very ordinary curry from a microwave, again not heated properly. Shame the food let the hotel down as i would have used the hotel again.
The hotel was in a good location. Quiet lication. Good parking. Staff very polite and service was good for diner. The Food was was less great. Breakfast was a buffet. Cold bacon, cold sausage and cold beans. No temperaturecontrol at all. Very disappointing. Hard fried eggs that had not been refreshed. Diner the night before was very ordinary curry from a microwave, again not heated properly. Shame the food let the hotel down as i would have used the hotel again.
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Evelyn
17 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything was great- service, quietness, friendliness of the staff, and of course the cleanness of the entire hotel. Food options for breakfast and dinner were great.
Everything was great- service, quietness, friendliness of the staff, and of course the cleanness of the entire hotel. Food options for breakfast and dinner were great.
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Donald
15 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Food not great and over priced.
Food not great and over priced.
8
Keith
5 Jun 2023
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Very friendly and informative check-in experience, but the room we were initially allocated on the third floor was not accessible as new carpets were being laid, so we couldn't even get out of the lift. Luckily, another room was available on the second floor so they were able to move us. Room was comfortable with plenty of space, bathroom was clean but the shower wasn't great - lacking in water pressure. Other than that, it was a pleasant place to sleep. The bar and restaurant area was nice, if a little expensive for drinks. Bar staff were, again, excellent. However, breakfast was poor. Good selection of food, but the quality fell far below the standards we expected. We also had dinner there on our first night and, again, the quality was sub-standard. As for location, the surroundings were very nice, probably helped by the majority of the university students having headed home for the summer! The hotel was a little further from Edinburgh city centre than we thought, but 20-25 minutes in an Uber wasn't too bad. Overall, a decent place to stay and the staff were first class. Just a shame the food was disappointing.
Very friendly and informative check-in experience, but the room we were initially allocated on the third floor was not accessible as new carpets were being laid, so we couldn't even get out of the lift. Luckily, another room was available on the second floor so they were able to move us. Room was comfortable with plenty of space, bathroom was clean but the shower wasn't great - lacking in water pressure. Other than that, it was a pleasant place to sleep. The bar and restaurant area was nice, if a little expensive for drinks. Bar staff were, again, excellent. However, breakfast was poor. Good selection of food, but the quality fell far below the standards we expected. We also had dinner there on our first night and, again, the quality was sub-standard. As for location, the surroundings were very nice, probably helped by the majority of the university students having headed home for the summer! The hotel was a little further from Edinburgh city centre than we thought, but 20-25 minutes in an Uber wasn't too bad. Overall, a decent place to stay and the staff were first class. Just a shame the food was disappointing.
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James
20 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Only complaint is the breakfast wasn’t great. Staff were fantastic, helpful and the room comfortable and clean.
Only complaint is the breakfast wasn’t great. Staff were fantastic, helpful and the room comfortable and clean.
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William
last week
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Stayed 1 night
Restaurant closes at 21;15 even with no other resturants nearby. Particularly if you do not have your own vehicle. Staff help with bus to train station. Although Google maps showed a quicker and easier route.
Restaurant closes at 21;15 even with no other resturants nearby. Particularly if you do not have your own vehicle. Staff help with bus to train station. Although Google maps showed a quicker and easier route.
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Emma
last week
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were welcoming and helpful! Rooms were extremely spacious
Staff were welcoming and helpful! Rooms were extremely spacious
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Paul
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was clean and the staff were great the only thing that let it down was the food. The breakfast was good but the menu was very limited and the steak I had was very poor.
The hotel was clean and the staff were great the only thing that let it down was the food. The breakfast was good but the menu was very limited and the steak I had was very poor.
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Erinç
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was clean and the location was convenient, but one major issue significantly affected my stay. The room had a fixed, non-openable window with no opening mechanism, so there was no possibility of getting any fresh air into the room. As a result, air circulation was very poor, and the room felt stuffy throughout my stay. This made sleeping quite uncomfortable, especially at night, and I struggled to get a good night's rest. The hotel should make it clearer in the room description that the windows cannot be opened, as this may be an important consideration for guests who prefer fresh air and natural ventilation. Overall, the lack of ventilation had a noticeable impact on my comfort and sleep quality.
The hotel was clean and the location was convenient, but one major issue significantly affected my stay. The room had a fixed, non-openable window with no opening mechanism, so there was no possibility of getting any fresh air into the room. As a result, air circulation was very poor, and the room felt stuffy throughout my stay. This made sleeping quite uncomfortable, especially at night, and I struggled to get a good night's rest. The hotel should make it clearer in the room description that the windows cannot be opened, as this may be an important consideration for guests who prefer fresh air and natural ventilation. Overall, the lack of ventilation had a noticeable impact on my comfort and sleep quality.
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Karen
7 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Ideal location for visiting someone at Heriot Watt uni. Free parking and excellent bus links into city. Good, varied breakfast selection. Evening meals not so good - limited menu anyway but when we were there they had also run out of a few things. Extremely spacious room with a huge bed. Pillows too soft for me but that's just personal taste!
Ideal location for visiting someone at Heriot Watt uni. Free parking and excellent bus links into city. Good, varied breakfast selection. Evening meals not so good - limited menu anyway but when we were there they had also run out of a few things. Extremely spacious room with a huge bed. Pillows too soft for me but that's just personal taste!
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FAQs about Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 12.95 per person.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is at 15:00 and check-out time is at 12:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The hotel offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, specific details about accessible rooms and facilities are not provided.
What is the hotel's location in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Riccarton, just a 1-minute drive from Heriot-Watt University and 9 minutes from Edinburgh Zoo. It is approximately 5.8 miles from Princes Street and 6.9 miles from Edinburgh Castle.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children are welcome at the hotel, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, although the specific age limit is not provided.
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- 2026-11-24: 174.00404294189454USD
- 2026-11-25: 131.10337966345216USD
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- 2026-12-03: 146.85493776116945USD
- 2026-12-04: 236.78874629797366USD
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- 2026-12-14: 131.10337966345216USD
- 2026-12-15: 115.04990722744752USD
- 2026-12-16: 128.42779663690186USD
- 2026-12-17: 103.75397574249268USD
- 2026-12-18: 144.48127764733889USD
- 2026-12-19: 240.80212941223147USD
- 2026-12-20: 153.84579251696778USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12.95 per person
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