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Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel

3.0 star property
Comfortable Edinburgh hotel in Edinburgh City Centre with free breakfast

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Interior
Point of interest
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • BarBarBar

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Map
Picardy Place Top Of Leith Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3JT
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Playhouse Theatre1 min walk
  • Popular LocationRoyal Mile12 min walk
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle19 min walk
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)31 min drive
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Room options

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Edinburgh

Near a train station, Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel is in Edinburgh City Centre, a walkable area in Edinburgh with good shopping. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and George Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Murrayfield Stadium. Guests appreciate the hotel's central location.
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What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 1 min walk
  • Princes Street - 6 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 12 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 17 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 19 min walk

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 8 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Playfair (Wetherspoon) - 4 min walk
  • The Street - 1 min walk
  • The Conan Doyle - 2 min walk
  • Theatre Royal Bar - 1 min walk
  • Cosmo - 1 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel

Eco-certified hotel near Princes Street
Near Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel provides free self-serve breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.
Other perks include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • A front-desk safe, meeting rooms, and a vending machine
  • Multilingual staff, a TV in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the breakfast, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 186 rooms offer comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews say good things about the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

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.

Languages

Bulgarian, English, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 16.50 per night); discounts available
  • Self parking on site (GBP 20 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (79 inch wide door)
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • 7 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: GBP 20.0 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 16.50 per night (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - 244942395
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel?

As of May 12, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel on May 19, 2024 start from CA $250.44, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel?

Self parking is available for GBP 20.0 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this eco-certified hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Princes Street, and George Street. Royal Mile and St. Giles' Cathedral are also within 15 minutes. St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 8 minutes by foot and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is 8 minutes.

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 558 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 304 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1005 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No issues with our stay here. It is in a convenient area and the staff were great. Only “complaint” is that it is quite small. Our room was pretty crammed and the lobby was often hard to navigate through when it got busy with tour groups. Didn’t really affect us though.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location - lots of shops and restaurants around and so close to the Royal Mile!!! Great place to stay!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location good hotel & staff, nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Didn’t like the basement room or the fact we couldn’t open the window
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, free coffe and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Owen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely building with loads of shopping and restaurants and pubs on the doorstep. Our room was very small even though the receptionist said it was an upgrade. Our room wasn’t serviced on our second day even though we were out of the room for long periods during the day which meant us using damp towels the next day.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Kaeleigh

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The room was a bit tight, and the elevators were kind of a circus. We liked the location, but the breakfast was a zoo; even though the food was ok, the experience wasn't great. I know they do warn you about this, however traveling with a toddler does limit our time options and breakfast was only til 10:30 on weekdays. No idea where the parking was, but it wasn't out front which made for a bit of a scramble. But the staff were nice, even if they only refilled our coffee with decaf.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allyson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place & location to stay at!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was okay. Just heating didn’t seem to work. It was so cold. Bed is very small. Floor was making lots of creaking noises when you walk around. This was on level 6. Felt sorry for the people below us. Only 7 car parks but had to pay 20 pound for 1 night. There is a lift but there is still stairs to get to you room. Very strange specially when you have luggage.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024