Title: Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=1897366&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG Experience Scotland’s vibrant culture at your doorstep with top-notch amenities to ensure a seamless stay. ## Photo gallery for Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG ![Exterior - Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1897400/1897366/5a3b6c71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property amenity - Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1897400/1897366/676ec947.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1897400/1897366/5449b106.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1897400/1897366/2d584073.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Free Hot Breakfast) - Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1897400/1897366/dd64e796.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Discover the charm of Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel, in the heart of Scotland's capital. Enjoy a breakfast buffet and connect to free WiFi while appreciating multilingual staff, dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar for unwinding, and luggage storage for added convenience. Guests rave about the hotel's location near University of Edinburgh and Scottish Parliament. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Bar - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 19 - Dec. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-20&selected=1897366&PinnedHotelID=1897366&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-20&selected=1897366&PinnedHotelID=1897366&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 20 - Dec. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=1897366&PinnedHotelID=1897366&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=1897366&PinnedHotelID=1897366&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 19 - Dec. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=1897366&PinnedHotelID=1897366&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=1897366&PinnedHotelID=1897366&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=1897366&PinnedHotelID=1897366&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=1897366&PinnedHotelID=1897366&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast) ![Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1897400/1897366/30ba490f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast) 8.4 Very good 9 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available LCD TV Sofa bed - double Blackout drapes/curtains Eco-friendly toiletries Hair dryer Private bathroom - 205 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast) ![Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1897400/1897366/30ba490f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast) 8.8 Excellent 19 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available LCD TV Sofa bed - double Blackout drapes/curtains Eco-friendly toiletries Hair dryer Private bathroom - 205 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Free Hot Breakfast) ![Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Free Hot Breakfast)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1897400/1897366/5b02a886.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Free Hot Breakfast) 8.4 Very good 54 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds LCD TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu Down duvet Blackout drapes/curtains - 205 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast) ![Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1897400/1897366/3a565656.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available LCD TV Pillow menu Blackout drapes/curtains Eco-friendly toiletries Hair dryer Private bathroom - 205 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast) ![Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1897400/1897366/ff60558e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast) 9.0 Wonderful 32 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available LCD TV Sofa bed - double Blackout drapes/curtains Eco-friendly toiletries Hair dryer Private bathroom - 205 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast) ![Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1897400/1897366/a45728a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast) ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available LCD TV Blackout drapes/curtains Eco-friendly toiletries Hair dryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - 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Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - Smoke-free premises, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and bicycle parking - A TV in the lobby, a vending machine, and a water dispenser - Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location Room features All 78 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property. 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discounts available ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A bar/lounge ### Things to do - TV in common areas ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Vending machine - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Assistive listening devices - Braille/raised signage - Elevator (64 inch wide door) - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - 5 floors - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Smoking not allowed - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 23-inch LCD TV with digital channels - Pay movies ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Iron/ironing board on request - LED lighting - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools 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. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay) Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 2 children, up to the age of 12 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 - Nearby parking fee: GBP 18 per day (656 ft away) - Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay) - Service animals are exempt from fees - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) 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 Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and 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 Parking height restrictions apply 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. ### Property is also known as Edinburgh Holiday Inn Express Royal Mile Edinburgh Royal Mile Holiday Inn Express Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile Holiday Inn Express Royal Mile Holiday Inn Express Royal Mile Edinburgh Holiday Inn Express Royal Mile Hotel Holiday Inn Express Royal Mile Hotel Edinburgh Royal Mile Holiday Inn Express Express Edinburgh Royal Mile Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile Hotel Edinburgh Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile Scotland Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile Hotel Express Enburgh Royal Mile Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG Hotel Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile an IHG Hotel Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG Edinburgh Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG Hotel Edinburgh ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG? ### What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG? ### What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG? ### Where is Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 8.4 Eco-friendliness ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 476 8 - Good 389 6 - Okay 93 4 - Poor 28 2 - Terrible 15 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Olivia Oct 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent breakfast, excellent location with very clean facilities and courteous staff! ##### Olivia Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Grant Oct 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location, easy walking distance to the Royal Mile, Castle and Holyrood. Friendly accommodating staff. ##### Grant Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gord Sep 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The desk staff were very helpful. ##### Gord Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sucharita Sep 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great customer service and great location! Definitely recommend ##### Sucharita Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Fredricka Sep 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Convenient for visiting Edinburgh. ##### Fredricka Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie Jun 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Easy to get around from the hotel, continental breakfast was great, and staff were helpful. ##### Stephanie Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne Aug 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Great location close to old town. Safe. Old building, but fine. ##### Anne Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison Jul 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very convenient to the Royal Mile, not fancy but very comfortable and the staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful. ##### Alison Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth Jul 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The hotel is very close to the Royal Mile so walking to, and from was easy. Staff was very friendly and helpful! ##### Elizabeth Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert Jun 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great service and an excellent breakfast. The hotel is so lean and tidy it looks like it was recently renovated. ##### Robert Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Catherine Jul 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Hotel was in a good location on the Royal Mile. Very walkable to restaurants and bars. Hotel was ok for a budget hotel. Nothing fancy. ##### Catherine Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Raul Jul 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice and clean friendly staff great location Poor air conditioning ##### Raul Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### OCAL Jun 26, 2025 Liked: Property conditions & facilities Great location great staff poor breakfast awful extra bed ##### OCAL Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### SATYAJEET Jun 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Comfortable and accessible. ##### SATYAJEET Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Elizabeth Feb 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Comfortable hotel Comfortable hotel in a good location ##### Elizabeth Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### SHERYLEEN Mar 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Location is just walking distance to a lot of tourist attractions, restaurants and pub. Hotel has friendly and helpful staff. ##### SHERYLEEN Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Feb 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The room was very nice, clean, and the breakfast was good. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### M Dec 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fabulous hospitality Lovely hotel, great staff and a fabulous breakfast, good location too. ##### M Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Susanne Mar 2, 2025 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities The hotel was very clean and the staff was super helpful, but the rooms are teeny tiny so just be aware. ##### Susanne Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa Dec 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place. Great hotel. My family has stayed here before as well. It’s a short walk from so many things, but quiet and reasonably priced, plus a great breakfast. ##### Melissa Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Fernando Nov 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location ##### Fernando Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel Nov 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location. Friendly staff- room great size. ##### Daniel Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lydia May 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Edinburgh on a budget The rooms were designed smartly for a small space. Exceptional shower with great water pressure and easy to use shower head. Great soaps and shampoo. Largest towels I ever had in an economy hotel. The breakfast was decent. Great location. Very quiet! ##### Lydia Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barb Sep 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great staff and location ##### Barb Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Karen Apr 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good room, OK breakfast Comfy bed, no complaints about the room. Breakfast was hit and miss, things running out all the time with 10 minute waits for certain items ##### Karen Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Sheraton-Grand-Hotel-Spa.h15554.Hotel-Information) > > [The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Royal-Scots-Club-Edinburgh.h900862.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Leonardo-Royal-Edinburgh-Haymarket.h4035314.Hotel-Information) > > [Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Fingal.h38753319.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Points Flex by Sheraton Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Four-Points-Flex-By-Sheraton-Edinburgh.h544658.Hotel-Information) > > [Cairn Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Cairn-Hotel.h64061.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Edinburgh-Marriott-Hotel.h873944.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge Edinburgh Central Queen Street](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Edinburgh-Central-Queen-Street.h4924301.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Ibis-Styles-Edinburgh-Centre-St-Andrew-Square.h7841147.Hotel-Information) > > [Ten Hill Place](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Ten-Hill-Place.h1535542.Hotel-Information) > > [Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Destiny-Student-Holyrood.h12691403.Hotel-Information) > > [The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Caledonian-Edinburgh.h4198.Hotel-Information) > > [Old Waverley Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Old-Waverley-Hotel.h24919.Hotel-Information) > > [The Balmoral Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Balmoral-Hotel.h9339.Hotel-Information) > > [Moxy Edinburgh Fountainbridge](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Moxy-Edinburgh-Fountainbridge.h64450784.Hotel-Information) > > [Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Point-A-Hotel-Edinburgh-Haymarket.h37166264.Hotel-Information) > > [Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Pollock-Halls.h1083952.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Edinburgh-West.h19218414.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Edinburgh.h3516.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Edinburgh-City-Centre.h1088215.Hotel-Information) > > [Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Mount-Royal-Hotel-Edinburgh-By-The-Unlimited-Collection.h802180.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Indigo Edinburgh - Princes Street by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Hotel-Indigo-Edinburgh-Princes-Street.h522038.Hotel-Information) > > [InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-InterContinental-Edinburgh-The-George.h20436.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Edinburgh-Airport.h31618511.Hotel-Information) > > [Eden Locke](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Eden-Locke.h17859332.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Edinburgh-Leith-Waterfront.h519940.Hotel-Information) > > [The Frederick House Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Frederick-House-Hotel.h201136.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Edinburgh.h15710648.Hotel-Information) > > [Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Kimpton-Charlotte-Square-Hotel.h571654.Hotel-Information)