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Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh vs Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate
Side-by-side comparison of two hotels in Edinburgh — score, location, comfort and price.
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Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh and Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate in Edinburgh: neck and neck, shaped by reviews and confidence versus raw value for money.
Toss-up
Coin flip. Both hotels perform nearly identically in Edinburgh — go with whichever fits your dates and price.
If you only remember one thing
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh (71.42/100) and Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate (71.82/100) are separated by just 0.4 points. There's no wrong choice here — it depends entirely on what matters most to you.
Choose Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh
- You trust the crowd — reviews matter more to you than anything
- A good night's sleep is worth paying for
- On-site amenities make your stay easier
Choose Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate
- Your budget is the priority — you want the best rate
- You'd rather walk than take a taxi
Score comparison
| Dimension | Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh | Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate |
|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 89.50 | 79.00 |
| Value | 54.28 | 93.03 |
| Location | 75.37 | 96.05 |
| Comfort | 81.00 | 14.00 |
| Services | 55.00 | 50.00 |
| Overall | 71.42 | 71.82 |
Detailed analysis
Reputation: Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh takes Reputation by 10.5 points — noticeably ahead.
Value: Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate takes Value by 38.75 points — clearly ahead.
Location: Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate takes Location by 20.68 points — clearly ahead.
Comfort: Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh takes Comfort by 67 points — clearly ahead.
Services: Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh takes Services by 5 points — slightly ahead.
Price
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh
EUR 230
Twin Room
Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate
EUR 36
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dorm Shared Bathroom
Facilities
Both hotels
Free WifiNon-smoking rooms
Only Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh
Facilities for disabled guestsFamily roomsFitness centerParkingRestaurantRoom serviceWifi in all areas
Only Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate
24-hour securityBarDesignated smoking areaShared lounge/TV areaVending machine (snacks)Wine/Champagne