Experience the best of Edinburgh at Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West, with its beautifully landscaped garden and international cuisine at The Avenue restaurant. Relax in your room with free WiFi, or meet colleagues in the business center - previous guests rave about the helpful staff and location.
2 Research Avenue South, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH14 4BA
What's nearby
Heriot-Watt University - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Edinburgh Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
Edinburgh Zoo - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
Princes Street - 13 min drive - 10.6 km
Edinburgh Castle - 15 min drive - 11.2 km
Getting around
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 13 min drive
Wester Hailes Station - 4 min drive
South Gyle Station - 6 min drive
Curriehill Station - 22 min walk
Restaurants
The Corner Cafe - 4 min drive
Greggs - 4 min drive
Beijing Banquet - 3 min drive
Costa Coffee - 5 min drive
Papa Johns Pizza - 3 min drive
About this property
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West puts you within a 10-minute drive of Edinburgh Park and Edinburgh Zoo. For a bite to eat, guests can check out The Avenue, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this eco-certified hotel include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
160 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Grocery/convenience store
Children's menu
What to do
Free use of nearby fitness center
Bicycle rentals nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference space (2465 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2017
Television in common areas
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Biodegradable coffee stirrers
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Visual alarms in hallways
Closed captioned TV
Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
Lowered peephole/view port in door
Height-adjustable showerhead
Grab bar near toilet
Lever door handles
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch LCD TV
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Special features
Dining
The Avenue - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12.95 per person
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Also known as
Courtyard Marriott Edinburgh West Hotel
Courtyard Marriott Edinburgh West
Courtyard riott Enburgh West
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West Edinburgh
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West Hotel Edinburgh
Frequently asked questions
Does Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West?
You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and fishing.
Are there restaurants at or near Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West?
Yes, The Avenue offers international cuisine.
What's the area around Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West like?
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West is in Riccarton, a short 1-minute walk from Heriot-Watt University. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West Reviews
Reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as great, excellent, and wonderful by multiple guests. (21 reviews)
The property offers convenient and free parking with easy access to the surrounding area. (10 reviews)
The air conditioning was very effective and allowed for precise temperature control. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2025
Great hotel
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.
Christine
Christine, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2025
Nice surprise
Hotel is hidden on a University campus but a great experience. Check in was easy, restaurant was good and rooms were clean.
Ronald
Ronald, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2025
Great stay
Beautiful stay the bed was soooo comfy.. toiletries were great… lovely stay. Close to airport as well.
Briar
Briar, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
Great hotel comfortable beds rooms were amazing bathrooms were beautiful
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 24, 2025
30th anniversary trip to Scotland
We were only there one night, but the motel was nicely kept. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Our dinner was great. Our room was quite large and comfortable.
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2025
Fantastic
All good, All clean, let us check in early.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2025
Beautiful and friendly hotel
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
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 10, 2025
Check in staff were lovely and very helpful.
Ben
Ben, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
Clean and Comfortable.
Hotel was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. I would stay here again in the future!
Bradd
Bradd, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2025
A great place to stay, with friendly staff and great service.
Alexia
Alexia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2025
Excellent
Thomas
Thomas, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2025
Great hotel five ⭐️
Great service from all the staff, highly recommended hotel.
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2025
Our third stay in this excellent hotel
This was our third stay here as a family and once again it didn’t disappoint. Our room was clean, comfortable, and spacious. The public areas are stylish and clean, checking in and out is quick and easy, and the breakfast is excellent.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2025
Little thing make me happy
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.
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 20, 2025
Good place.
Mable
Mable, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2024
We had a great stay
Kelsey
Kelsey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2025
Good hotel in a quiet area
LIXIN
LIXIN, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2024
Great trip and wonderful stay.
Alexia
Alexia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
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.
R
R, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 12, 2025
Great modern hotel, 20 mins from the centre in a taxi.
Bryan
Bryan, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 21, 2025
Try elsewhere if you can
This hotel is massively overpriced..the room and facilities are similar to a Premier inn.
Unless you need to be on the university campus there are better hotels.
But eakfast was at best average quality but on one day has so hectic I could not find a table.
Ian
Ian, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 21, 2025
The room was comfortable but a small microwave would have been great since there’s no room service.
Sharon
Sharon, 6-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 20, 2025
Love this hotel when working at Heriot-Watt. Clean and comfortable with excellent staff. Breakfast is basic but well done.
You need transport though, it is out of the way for anywhere but the University/Research Park.
Joanne
Joanne, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2024
Great hotel
Good parking
Friendly staff
Nice food
Comfortable
Eoin
Eoin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2025
Staff were helpful & accommodating. Room was clean, beds were comfy, food was tasty. Free parking was a bonus with an easy bus ride into the centre