What makes it 66% Kids-Friendly: Children welcome, kids’ menu, table tennis and tennis keep them active; buses reach Edinburgh Zoo easily, but confirmed lack of extra beds restricts sleeping space for older kids.
Curriehill Station: 2.0 km (25 mins walk)
15 min train to Edinburgh Waverley from Curriehill Station.
Heriot-Watt University Sports Centre: 160m (2 min walk)
Modern campus sports complex adjacent to the hotel grounds.
Tip: Stroll the campus lawns for a peaceful morning run.
Oriam: 220m (3 min walk)
Scotland’s national performance centre offering gym and climbing facilities.
Tip: Book a day pass online before arriving.
The Loch: 240m (3 min walk)
Small loch with walking path and birdwatching spots.
Tip: Visit at dawn for a chance to see swans and geese.
Union Canal Towpath: 970m (12 min walk)
Scenic canal route into Edinburgh city centre.
Tip: Rent a bike at reception to cycle the towpath.
Edinburgh Zoo: 4.6 km (15 min drive)
Home to penguins, pandas, and more worldwide species.
Tip: Buy tickets online to skip the entry queue.
Private parking:
Complimentary onsite parking for all guests.
Wi-Fi in public areas:
Free high-speed internet in the lobby and lounge.
Sun terrace:
Open-air terrace overlooking campus green spaces.
Conference rooms:
Reserve modern meeting or event spaces for a fee.
Car rental service:
Rent a car onsite; additional charges apply.
Bicycle rental:
Hire bicycles at reception to explore nearby paths.
Breakfast buffet:
All-day dining breakfast buffet at £15.95 per adult.
All public areas are step-free, with a stair-free main entrance and elevators serving every floor.

Dave Boyer
We really enjoyed our stay at the Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh - West. The property is very conveniently located close to the airport. The rooms are very well kept and modern. There is a lovely restaurant/bar area, with plenty of space. The staff were extremely helpful and took great care of us. We would definitely return to this location, because of the location, staff and amenities.
Kaz Brown
I can not fault any of the staff, they were always will to help, always very friendly. The food was amazing, well presented and just delicious. The rooms were very clean, spacious, well laid out, beds very comfortable, and lovely and warm. Thank you for a lovely stay, would highly recommend. The location is a bit out of the city centre, but the buses run every 10-15mins and the drivers can be very...
Anthony August
Very nice hotel and the staff and breakfast were excellent. The problem I had was finding the hotel as it is on Edinburgh University campus area and there is no signage on the side of the hotel facing the road. The room was really nice with interesting lighting features. They do offer free parking and it is 6 minutes from the airport
Conor Bolton
It's not bad. The rooms are good nice and modern. The menu is very limited but the food is perfectly acceptable. Like everywhere in Edinburgh in August you get poor value for your money.
Quazi Abdullah Al-Mamun
Lovely hotel in a quiet, green area on the Heriot-Watt University campus. Great for relaxing after exploring Edinburgh. Rooms are modern, clean, and spacious with comfy beds and free Wi-Fi. The staff were friendly and helpful throughout our stay. Free on-site parking is a big plus, and the hotel is fully wheelchair accessible. Breakfast was good with both hot and continental options. The location...
Address: 2 Research Ave S, Edinburgh, Currie EH14 4BA, UK
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From Edinburgh Airport, drive 10 minutes via A71 to the hotel entrance; complimentary onsite parking is available. To use public transport, take Lothian buses toward Heriot-Watt University—services stop outside the hotel and run to and from the city centre every 15 minutes.
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