Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

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Located close to 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.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is £105
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a chair, and a window with curtains.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(110 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(82 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Double with a Sofabed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(67 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Near a train station, Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG is in Edinburgh City Centre, a walkable area in Edinburgh with great shopping. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers 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 love the hotel's location for the sightseeing.
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Picardy Place Top Of Leith Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3JT

What's nearby

  • A large classical building with tall columns, surrounded by a grassy area with people walking and sitting.
    Calton Hill
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A Playhouse theater with a Shrek Musical poster, a black taxi, and a tree in front.
    Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A park with a pathway, benches, and trees. In the background, there are historic buildings and a clock tower.
    Princes Street
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Omni Centre Edinburgh
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St James Quarter
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Waverley Station
    6 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop
    8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    44 min drive

Restaurants

  • John Lewis Cafe
    3 min walk
  • The Playfair (Wetherspoon)
    1 min walk
  • Santu Coffee Roastery
    2 min walk
  • The Street
    1 min walk
  • The Conan Doyle
    2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

  • 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 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and meeting rooms
    • A lift, a front desk safe and multilingual staff
    • 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 is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Tourism Programme. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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

As of 27 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG on 8 Nov 2026 start from £105, 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 hotel is steps away from Omni Centre Edinburgh and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. Princes Street and George Street are also within 10 minutes. St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 8 minutes by foot and Princes Street Tram Stop is 13 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 532 out of 1072 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 340 out of 1072 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 1072 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1072 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1072 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good location and a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
#1 top of the line hotel in every area: hospitality, staff, facility, free excellent breakfasts, central location to Old Town and New Town Edinburgh.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were incredibly accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely and clean very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to all attractions, parking available nearby, good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Carpet in our room has seen better days, but the staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Best location, breakfast included, lot of storage area for family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Fantastic location, very close to the tram and a huge mall with lots of restaurants and a much needed pharmacy. Plus there’s a grocery close and many sights were within walking distance. The breakfast was also very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing location and super helpful and friendly staff!! Absolutely enjoyed my stay there!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Location is convenient to go everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was magnificent clean and very good service a wonderful breakfast. Thanks to all crew members to serve us.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location. Helpful friendly staff. Excellent breakfast included
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice modern hotel with all amenities. Very easily accessible by tram and in a great neighborhood. Many restaurants and stores around including a nice shopping mall. Walking distance from the old town and University of Edinburgh.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent central location. Very good breakfast, great choice includes fresh fruit
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff and accommodations were great. The breakfast wasn’t the best but the cheese snacks and fruit was good.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms, great staff, the complementary breakfast was far better than I was expecting. Tesco right next door. Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good room, friendly helpful staff, excellent breakfast and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, good choice for breakfast and staff extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

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Clean rooms, staff were excellent, Breakfasf was ok
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Excellent staff. Felt safe.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is courteous, location is great and breakfast is good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was nearby the hotel was clean
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, the room was super clean... Nice hot buffet breakfast to start the day... Recommended
Stayed 1 night in May 2026