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Motel One Edinburgh-Royal vs Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate
Side-by-side comparison of two hotels in Edinburgh — score, location, comfort and price.
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Motel One Edinburgh-Royal 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
Motel One Edinburgh-Royal (72.75/100) and Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate (71.82/100) are separated by just 0.93 points. There's no wrong choice here — it depends entirely on what matters most to you.
Choose Motel One Edinburgh-Royal
- You trust the crowd — reviews matter more to you than anything
- A good night's sleep is worth paying for
Choose Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate
- Your budget is the priority — you want the best rate
- You'd rather walk than take a taxi
- On-site amenities make your stay easier
Score comparison
| Dimension | Motel One Edinburgh-Royal | Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate |
|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 90.90 | 79.00 |
| Value | 65.45 | 93.03 |
| Location | 93.01 | 96.05 |
| Comfort | 65.40 | 14.00 |
| Services | 35.00 | 50.00 |
| Overall | 72.75 | 71.82 |
Detailed analysis
Reputation: Motel One Edinburgh-Royal takes Reputation by 11.9 points — noticeably ahead.
Value: Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate takes Value by 27.58 points — clearly ahead.
Location: Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate takes Location by 3.04 points — slightly ahead.
Comfort: Motel One Edinburgh-Royal takes Comfort by 51.4 points — clearly ahead.
Services: Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate takes Services by 15 points — noticeably ahead.
Price
Motel One Edinburgh-Royal
EUR 230
Single Room
Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate
EUR 36
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dorm Shared Bathroom
Facilities
Both hotels
Free WifiNon-smoking rooms
Only Motel One Edinburgh-Royal
Facilities for disabled guestsPet friendlyWifi in all areas
Only Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate
24-hour securityBarDesignated smoking areaShared lounge/TV areaVending machine (snacks)Wine/Champagne