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

Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Edinburgh, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3

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
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Sustainability certification

This property has one or more third-party sustainability certifications.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
8.6
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Linda
    United States of America United States of America
    Robert and Adam were extremely helpful with phone, wifi, converter and sights! Robert let us check in earlier to a different room which was so appreciated! Breakfast was fine. Only negative is that the carpet was in need of cleaning or replacement.
  • David
    United States of America United States of America
    Location with tran stop right in front of building was great! Room was minimal but clean. Staff was helpful. Free breakfast was great.
  • Tina
    Canada Canada
    Location was amazing! Close to bus and train station. Service was outstanding!

Hotel area info

Amenities of Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel
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
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • Pay-per-view channels
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Express check-in/out
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
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.

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel

  • Guests staying at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Buffet

  • Room options at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel include:

    • Double

  • Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel is 0.7 miles from the center of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.