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Market Street Hotel (solo trip)

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How Solo-Friendly is Market Street Hotel?

88%Solo-Friendly
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What makes it 88% Solo-Friendly: Edinburgh Waverley Station is 310 m away, giving solo guests quick transport links; 24-hour front desk, CCTV and free Wi-Fi add safety and convenience for independent travel.

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Good match for:

  • History Buffs: A 2-minute stroll to the Royal Mile puts Edinburgh’s medieval heart at your doorstep.
  • Digital Nomads: Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas to work on the go.

Things to keep in mind:

  • Swimmers: No on-site pool; you’ll need to visit an off-site facility for swimming.
  • Pet Owners: Pets are not allowed, so this hotel isn’t suitable for travellers with pets.
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What is so special about Market Street Hotel for solo trip?

  1. Central location on the edge of Old Town
  2. Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi throughout
  3. Accessible rooms and step-free public areas
  4. 24/7 front desk and concierge service
  5. Within minutes of top landmarks and museums

Transport & Nearby Access

Edinburgh Waverley Station: 310m (4 min walk)

Connects to national rail routes across Scotland and the UK.

Edinburgh Airport: 13.8km (31 mins drive)

Offers domestic and international flights.

Solo-Friendly Activities around Market Street Hotel

The Edinburgh Dungeon: <100m (1 min walk)

Immersive underground history show with live actors.

Tip: Book tickets online to skip the queue.

Royal Mile: 150m (2 min walk)

Historic cobbled street lined with shops and street performers.

Tip: Visit early to avoid peak crowds.

National Museum of Scotland: 450m (6 min walk)

Interactive exhibits spanning science, history and culture with a rooftop terrace.

Tip: Head to the rooftop for panoramic city views.

Edinburgh Castle: 690m (9 min walk)

Iconic fortress on Castle Rock housing the Crown Jewels.

Tip: Reserve a timed-entry ticket in advance.

Solo-Friendly Hotel Facilities

Free facilities in Market Street Hotel:

High-speed Wi-Fi:

Complimentary unlimited internet in rooms and public areas.

Luggage storage:

Store bags at no cost before check-in or after check-out.

24-hour front desk:

Staff available around the clock for assistance.

Concierge service:

Book tours, tickets and local recommendations at no extra charge.

Paid or on request with possible fees:

Breakfast:

Hot and continental buffet served 07:00–10:30; pay at the property.

Public parking:

On-site parking available for an additional daily fee.

Dry cleaning service:

Laundry and dry cleaning available at an extra charge.

Accessibility at Market Street Hotel:

Elevator access to all floors and step-free entry in public areas.

Make the Most of Your Stay

  1. Book Castle Tickets in Advance: Reserve Edinburgh Castle entry online to skip long lines during peak hours.
  2. Use the Concierge for Tours: Ask the front desk to arrange walking tours, ghost walks or day trips.
  3. Early Breakfast: Arrive by 07:00 to enjoy a quieter breakfast and start exploring sooner.

Reviews of Market Street Hotel

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Marie Donnelly

Marie Donnelly

Dec 2025

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The room was incredibly comfortable and well-equipped, with everything I needed for a relaxing visit. Champagne on arrival and complementary mini bar were a nice touch. The facilities throughout the property were clean, modern, and easy to access, which made my stay even more enjoyable. The staff were warm & welcoming. Their friendly & helpful attitude really...

Christopher Sutherland

Christopher Sutherland

Dec 2025

Bought my family up to Edinburgh for the Christmas markets and was value for money and a great expert (if even only for the one night), we managed to get our rooms before the official check in which was great for dropping off our bags and being able to head straight out to explore the city. The rooms were super cozy and comfortable and my family had an excellent night sleep. The hotel is right nex...

Callie Czech

Callie Czech

Dec 2025

One of my favorite hotels I've stayed at! The room was so cozy and clean and I loved the privacy doors on the room and sliding wooden door for the window. The free mini bar was a nice touch as well as the champagne upon arrival, slippers and robes :) Only "downside" was that I wanted to stay in the room & relax instead of exploring. The staff was very friendly and accommodating, even after checkou...

Tara Pinto

Tara Pinto

Nov 2025

The location of this hotel is absolutely perfect. Steps away from the train station and the Royal Mile. Close walk to Edinburgh Castle - tons of placing to see, shop and eat nearby. The hotel itself was nice. We stayed in a Artist Vista room. Rooms were small, but very clean and adequate. Complimentary coffee/tea set up, snacks & drink bar in rooms. The bed was great after a long travel day. The r...

Peter Goodspeed

Peter Goodspeed

Nov 2025

First visit to Edinburgh and won’t be the last! This Hotel really did make our short break superb, rooms nice & modern with free mini bar! Crisps & cake. Champagne when checking in too! Free sweets 🍬 to help yourself too as well. Customer service fantastic. Well done to all the team members here. A hotel u can actually say Wow I really did enjoy my stay. 5 stars from me.

Map of Market Street Hotel

Address: 6 Market St, Edinburgh EH1 1DE, UK

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How to get to Market Street Hotel:

From Edinburgh Airport, take a taxi (approx 31 mins drive) to Edinburgh Waverley Station, then walk 310m (4 min walk) to the hotel.

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Check-in & Check-out

Check-in time:3:00pm
Check-out time:12:00pm

Website

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Phone Number

+44 131 322 9229

Average price

US$ 163
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