Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

3.0 star property
Eco-certified Edinburgh hotel in Edinburgh City Centre with free breakfast

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Interior
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed
Bar (on property)
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
The current price is €91
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Standard Room

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Picardy Place Top Of Leith Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3JT

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) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Playfair (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 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 by IHG

Eco-certified hotel near Princes Street
Near Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG provides free self-service breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • A lift, multilingual staff and smoke-free property
  • Meeting rooms, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 186 rooms boast comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and 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 transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 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.
  • Lift (201 centimetre wide door)
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on 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.

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

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 by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). 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 by IHG?

As of 21 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG on 23 Feb 2025 start from €90.50, including 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 by IHG?

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 by IHG?

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 by IHG?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this eco-certified hotel is steps away from Omni Centre Edinburgh and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. Princes Street and St. Andrew Square are also within 10 minutes. St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 8 minutes by foot and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is 8 minutes.

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Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 542 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 308 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1012 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stony

Great stay! Very close to many things in the city. Loved it!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. We were greeted by very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Great hotel near Princes St, Edinburgh. Very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

The staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel location is excellent. Breakfast buffet was very good with plenty of options. Room was adequate, carpet and shower need upgraded. Family room was quite small for 3 guests. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Hotelmjustboutside tram, really good location
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

wendy leigh

I love the accessibility of this location , very friendly staff, updated, clean, quiet . Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Indeep

Good location and great staff!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

chloe

no complaints, lovely room, great location to the train station/calton hill/shopping centre!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Lovely quiet room. Staff friendly polite and informative. Easy walking distance to centre.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahaboob

Its good place to stay and easy to commute
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Excellent hotel Staff were lovely Room was first class Breakfast was excellent 👍👍👍👍
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

It Is right opposite the theatre we were going to so it was very good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Hotel is ideally placed for the Playhouse Theatre and close to lots of other attractions. Must mention the front of house staff who were all so helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Colette

Situated well for shopping, dining out and theatres. The room was clean and tidy. Breakfast was tasty. Parking was available across the road at the Omni Centre - getting a code from the hotel to pre-book into the car park reduced the cost.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gid Paul

Perfect for families for location! It’s in the city center and restaurants, shops, and attractions are within walking distance. The staff is warm and the property is clean. Free warm breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tracey

Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell Ray

Great hotel, stayed here before so I knew it would be good. Great breakfast options, and staff were very friendly and helpful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Marie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It could use updating and cleaning
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arntit

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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Great location. Near everything we wanted to see and do. Tram stop nearby is helpful as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Great!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

David

PERFECT for the local concert hall
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Overall average. Bed was too small for two persons. They told us that they do not have bigger beds in hotel. I think that that is a lie. Shower in our room was not good. It was cold or it became suddenly very hot. Working people was very polite..
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025