About this property

In Edinburgh’s New Town, this Georgian building is just a 5-minute walk from bustling Princes Street and Edinburgh Rail Station. It offers free Wi-Fi access and serves a free buffet breakfast every morning. Modern rooms at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Center each have satellite TV and free tea and coffee. Tiled private bathrooms all feature a power shower and a hairdryer. A free daily buffet breakfast with both hot and cold items is provided in the Great Room. The relaxed lounge bar stocks a wide range of whiskeys. Evening menus are on offer at restaurants on the hotel doorstep. The restaurants, bars and cinema in the Omni Center are opposite this Holiday Inn Express. Impressive Edinburgh Castle is 1 mile away, while the galleries surrounding Queens Street Gardens are a half-mile walk. "Car Parking is available at the nearby Q-Park Omni Center. The hotel does have a discount available to guests so please contact the hotel directly for the discount code prior to booking online"

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Holiday Inn Express
Hotel chain/brand
Holiday Inn Express

Located in the best-rated area in Edinburgh, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
or
2 twin beds
1 full bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 full bed
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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
Green Tourism
Green Tourism

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Willey
United States United States
The staff was friendly and helpful. I love how the hotel used an existing building
Carol
United States United States
The staff was accommodating and always helpful. We liked the free selection of a variety of coffee, tea and hot chocolate 24 hours a day. Bed were very comfy & very good location. Very clean!
Klaus
Germany Germany
I stayed in this hotel several times before due to its location. The hotel is in walking distance to the city center and can be reached by tram coming from the airport. Our room was comfy and quiet and the staff was very helpful since I had a...
Mary
United States United States
Everything went smoothly. We didn't have any problems with stay at this hotel.
Maryann
United States United States
Hotel staff were friendly. Great breakfast options. Clean rooms. Located close to Calton Hill.
Christy
United States United States
Great location a tram stop right in front of hotel
Laurie
United States United States
Spotless and comfortable room. HI Express typical breakfast, hot items along with continental items. Staff was helpful and made suggestions for transportation. They had "wash cloths" on request which as Americans we appreciated. The location was...
Judith
Australia Australia
Location, facilities, the number of power points in the room and the unlimited coffee/tea station.
Amy
United States United States
Great location that was close to all variety of public transportation. All kinds of food witgin walking distance. Breakfast was super yummy. There is a grocery store nearby as well. Staff was awesome. We were able to store our luggage while we...
Miriam
United States United States
The location was very good, only a short walk to the old part of the city. There were many restaurants and grocery stores all around. The room was clean, and the attendants at the lobby were very hepfull and friendly. The room was a bit small,...

Hotel area info

Amenities of Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Elevator
  • Laundry
  • Heating
  • Breakfast

House rules

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre by IHG takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBSolo Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Car Parking is available at the nearby Q-Park Omni Center. The hotel does have a discount available to guests so please contact the hotel directly for the discount code prior to booking online

The hotel has steps to the front of the building, however, there is wheelchair access to the rear via a cobbled street.

Nearby Q car park is available for parking. Guests can request discount vouchers at reception.