Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Picardy Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3JT, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.3/10! (score from 8160 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Breakfast room could have been bigger but we were well- informed about busy times. Room was so peaceful and comfortable.
GermanyThe bed's were out of this world my daughter said, staff friendly and helpful. The breakfast was varied in options and plenty of it, very happy with the cleanliness 10 out of 10
United KingdomBreakfast was wonderful. We had dinner there one night and it was equally good! The staff were so accomodating. We really felt right at home. And there was plenty of shopping all around!
United StatesI've travelled quite a lot and although the room was quite small, it was in my opinion the cleanest and tidiest room I have ever stayed in. The staff were extremely friendly and very helpful. Lots of restaurants and conveniece shops nearby which is always handy too.
United KingdomVery helpful staff at reception- especially Adam! We had a great view of the square and Observatory Hill. Really really appreciated being allowed to store our luggage both before our original book in time on the first day and while we were away on a five day tour before our next booking!!!! Breakfast also was great especially as it was complimentary!! We felt very at ease and comfortable during our stay!
AustraliaBreafast was excellent. Good choice of food and drinks.
AustraliaLocation was very convenient, and the food was lovely. Good selection of breakfast.
United KingdomLocation of our room in the accommodation was excellent. Breakfast I felt was really very good and staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable with nice hot shower. I loved the fact there was a coffee machine near reception for hot drinks, particularly the hot chocolate. The location of the hotel was good.
United KingdomFabulous location, our room for three was huge with plenty of room for all of our large bags. Staff were super friendly and helpful on check-in and when we had trouble getting our tv to work. We enjoyed the bar area with complimentary snacks. I would happily stay here again and highly recommend this hotel.
AustraliaGreat free breakfast included with the room. Both me and my sibling adored that it was bottomless and could go back for seconds. We also enjoyed a few cups of orange juice which is a personal favourite of both of ours. Basically a bottomless english breakfast with a broad variety of cereals and small array of desserts too. Two coffee machines in the area which was located in an upstairs area. There was little to no waiting times to serving yourself on the all you can eat buffet or when you went back for seconds.
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Maureen
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Jon-paul
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Donna
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Jereldeen
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David
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Helen
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Lucy
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Adele
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Michelle
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Louis
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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 Centre 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 whiskies. Evening menus are on offer at restaurants on the hotel doorstep. The restaurants, bars and cinema in the Omni Centre are opposite this Holiday Inn Express. Impressive Edinburgh Castle is 1 mile away, whilst the galleries surrounding Queens Street Gardens are a half-mile walk.
This is our guests' favourite part of Edinburgh, according to independent reviews.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 8 Jun 2009.Hotel chain/brand: Holiday Inn Express
See what guests loved the most:
MaureenGermany
“Breakfast room could have been bigger but we were well- informed about busy times. Room was so peaceful and comfortable.”
Jon-paulUnited Kingdom
“The bed's were out of this world my daughter said, staff friendly and helpful. The breakfast was varied in options and plenty of it, very happy with the cleanliness 10 out of 10”- Donna
United States
“Breakfast was wonderful. We had dinner there one night and it was equally good! The staff were so accomodating. We really felt right at home. And there was plenty of shopping all around!” - JJereldeen
United Kingdom
“I've travelled quite a lot and although the room was quite small, it was in my opinion the cleanest and tidiest room I have ever stayed in. The staff were extremely friendly and very helpful. Lots of restaurants and conveniece shops nearby which...” - David
Australia
“Very helpful staff at reception- especially Adam! We had a great view of the square and Observatory Hill. Really really appreciated being allowed to store our luggage both before our original book in time on the first day and while we were away on...” - Helen
Australia
“Breafast was excellent. Good choice of food and drinks.” - LLucy
United Kingdom
“Location was very convenient, and the food was lovely. Good selection of breakfast.”
AdeleUnited Kingdom
“Location of our room in the accommodation was excellent. Breakfast I felt was really very good and staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable with nice hot shower. I loved the fact there was a coffee machine near reception for...”
MichelleAustralia
“Fabulous location, our room for three was huge with plenty of room for all of our large bags. Staff were super friendly and helpful on check-in and when we had trouble getting our tv to work. We enjoyed the bar area with complimentary snacks. I...”- Louis
United Kingdom
“Great free breakfast included with the room. Both me and my sibling adored that it was bottomless and could go back for seconds. We also enjoyed a few cups of orange juice which is a personal favourite of both of ours. Basically a bottomless...”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
HI Is the air sanitized with ultraviolet light technology to remove any covid-19? How much time is allowed between guests in the rooms? Thank you
Unfortunately, there is no ultraviolet light technology to remove any covid-19. We allow 3 days between guests in the rooms.Answered on 10 July 2020Car parking facilities
We do have a car park on site but with a limited number of spaces. It works on first-come first-served basis; therefore it is not possible to reserve ..Answered on 9 March 2020check in time? we'll be arriving from the station around 1 pm.
Check-in is guaranteed after 2PM. We cannot promise an early check-in, however you can pop in and check if we have any rooms available at that time. I..Answered on 7 March 2020Do the windows open for ventilation? If not, are any precautions taken regarding cleaning the air inside the room for any potential covid-19, such as ..
Dear sender, Please note that our windows do open for letting fresh air to enter the room.Answered on 6 July 2020Is it possible to book double room with wheelchair access although as long as lift to rooms wheelchair user could use that. Would really need disabled..
Good morning, Sure, we do have friendly wheelchair users rooms only with double beds and also, we do have parking for blue batch holders. Kind regardsAnswered on 5 November 2019Hi, is there somewhere to store bikes or can we take them into the room? Thank you
We have a storage room near the reception area that you can store your bicycles in.Answered on 29 September 2020- Still looking?
Hotel surroundings *
Facilities of Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.2
- Toilet paper
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Electric kettle
- Clothes rack
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- Radio
- Telephone
- Pay-per-view channels
- Bar
- Daily housekeeping
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Luggage storage
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Express check-in/check-out
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- 24-hour front desk
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Emergency cord in bathroom
- Lower bathroom sink
- Toilet with grab rails
- English
House rules
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cash is not accepted
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
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.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
FAQs about Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel
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Room options at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel include:
- Twin/Double
- Double
- Twin
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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel is 0.7 miles from the centre of Edinburgh.
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Guests staying at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Vegetarian
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Check-in at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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The prices at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Bicycle rental