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 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Holiday Inn Express
Hotel chain/brand
Holiday Inn Express

Property highlights

    • 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

  • 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,...
  • Anna
    United States United States
    Location was good. Staff very helpful and hospitable.
  • Miriam
    United States United States
    Location was perfect, close to everything. The building was great and the rooms were spacious enough.
  • Kashif
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Excellent location, right in front of the bus/tram station…. Superb breakfast . I specially want to thank Mr. Miguel, who was very nice and kind and was able to get us a room for an early check in and that was very helpful.
  • Lisa
    United States United States
    Amazing location, right on the tram line from the airport. Very comfortable beds, good bathroom, and appreciated that breakfast was included.
  • Robin
    United States United States
    The staff was wonderful, super friendly and helpful.
  • Vitor
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location 15 minutes to the old city centre (Castle) Beautiful breakfast spacious bedroom Next door restaurant please visit Giuliano's Italian restaurant
  • Rajesh
    India India
    Perfect location, very helpful staff, nice breakfast
  • June
    United States United States
    Location was great, breakfast was good, bedding was spotless, rooms furniture was dated but clean.

Hotel area info

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
Cancellation 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
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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.