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Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star eco-certified hotel near Princes Street

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Interior
Point of interest
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • BarBarBar
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Explore the neighborhood

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Picardy Place Top Of Leith Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3JT
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Playhouse Theatre1 min walk
  • Popular LocationRoyal Mile12 min walk
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle19 min walk
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)31 min drive

Room options

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Exterior
YOTEL Edinburgh
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Gym
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, (1977)
The price is $527
per night
$632 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Edinburgh City Centre stay.A stay at this Edinburgh City Centre hotel places you steps from Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and within a 10-minute walk of Princes Street. Also, Royal Mile is within half a mile (1 km) and University of Edinburgh is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 1 min walk
  • Princes Street - 6 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 12 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 17 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 19 min walk

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 8 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Playfair (Wetherspoon) - 4 min walk
  • The Street - 1 min walk
  • The Conan Doyle - 2 min walk
  • Theatre Royal Bar - 1 min walk
  • Cosmo - 1 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel

3-star eco-certified hotel near Princes Street
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the eco-certified Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 186 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel offers 186 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Bulgarian, English, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 16.50 per night); discounts available
  • Self parking on site (GBP 20 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (79 inch wide door)
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 20.0 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 16.50 per night (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - 244942395
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The tax ID number is 244942395. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel is 9.7 mi (31-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 11, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel on May 12, 2024 start from $182.7, excluding 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.

Does Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 2.8 mi (11-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 19.5 mi (46-min drive) from Silver Sands Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel offers free self-serve breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 20.0 per night.

Does Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel to downtown Edinburgh?

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Edinburgh.

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 558 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 303 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1004 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully clean throughout. Lovely staff, especially the staff at breakfast, so cheery, polite and efficient. The coffee machine in the foyer is a great perk, at night I went down for hot chocolate.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorrain

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely so convenient and very well presented and comfortable lovely location and very nice and helpful staff all in all a fabulous stay xxx
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant stay
It was absolutely amazing staff were very friendly. We arrived on Monday and the young lady gave us a first floor room as my wife has walking difficulty. Breakfast and the room was fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024