Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star eco-certified hotel near Royal Mile

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Interior
Point of interest
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
    Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Picardy Place Top Of Leith Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3JT
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    1 min walk
  • Calton Hill
    3 min walk
  • Omni Centre Edinburgh
    4 min walk
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    31 min drive

Room options

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Edinburgh

Edinburgh City Centre stay.A stay at this Edinburgh City Centre hotel places you steps from Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and within a 10-minute walk of Princes Street. Also, Royal Mile is within half a mile (1 km) and Edinburgh Castle is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Princes Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Royal Mile - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

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 Conan Doyle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Snug Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Street - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mamma Roma - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel

3-star eco-certified hotel near Royal Mile
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The eco-certified Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel also features multilingual staff, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 186 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel offers 186 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 20.0 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Offsite parking within 656 ft (GBP 16.50 per night); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • 1 bar

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The tax ID number is 244942395. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • 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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Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 537 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 308 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1003 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Patricia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for shops and entertainment. Check In and Housekeeping fab
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our second stay and they do an excellent job for guests. Would recommend to anyone and would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sara

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, very nice and served the purpose for our stay! Would stay here again. Breakfast options, a tad limited but that’s okay. We did have an issue of our key card being taken out that would operate the AC/heat and then them taking the card so we would have to go to reception and ask for a new one. Other than that, a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

NANDITA

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was a disaster. They gave us the room in a basement right in front of 2nd level underground parking . Room was claustrophobic, beds were literally a cot not hygiene and very unsafe for kids . It was so stinky .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ehab

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ernie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was wonderful!! The room, location, staff and breakfast!! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Zhen

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The noise isolation is super bad. If you live away from the hallway doors, it may be better, but if you live close to the doors, good luck. If you live on the ground floor, cold and wet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Agnes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very close to the old town, very convenient location. Friendly staff. Breakfast was ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Cliff

Travelled with family
The rooms are a little bit dated but the property is in a convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is in a great location, lots to do within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

VILMA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Sabeena

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Good Location, Okay Hotel
The location is very good for walking around the tourist areas and is convenient to public transportation. We had a room for a family of four and were put on the lowest floor which was partially below ground. The room itself was clean but small and felt a little like being in a basement apartment. Also, the shower had a flexible head on an adjustable mount. It either was old or incorrectly installed as it would rotate and move off the mount on the water turned on which is very annoying.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Well located.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance from city center with luggage.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah Marie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It being in the city centre and convenient to get to attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Tejas

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Enil

Travelled with family
Todo estuvo excelente.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Busy downtown location, but staff helped with parking and getting around.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Saadi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was great the only issue I have is the morning breakfast ended earlier than to time posted. The food should be readily available until the time posted. They clear out too early felt rushed. Otherwise great spot would return and recommend. The bar was nice but the bartender wouldn’t make mixed drinks or cocktails. Which I thought was strange. Why have a bar if the bartender won’t make a drink.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024