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Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Property class: 4
4-star spa hotel near Edinburgh Zoo

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A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.
An indoor swimming pool with a blue tiled floor, a hot tub, and blue lounge chairs.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a patterned carpet.
A lobby with two large cylindrical columns, a reception desk, and a patterned floor.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

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132 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH12 6UA
  • Place, Edinburgh Zoo
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Murrayfield Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Murrayfield Ice Rink
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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A neatly made bed with white linens in a hotel room, two bedside lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and two wall-mounted lamps on either side.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(85 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a wooden desk with a chair, a telephone, and a lamp.

Standard Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a bench.

Premium Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A single bed with a metal frame, a gray headboard, and a white mattress. A gray curtain partially covers a window, and a framed abstract painting hangs on the wall.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A wooden desk with a drawer, a red chair, a desk lamp, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a TV, a window with curtains, a shelf with towels and a kettle, and a tray with mugs and tea bags.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a desk, a chair, a telephone, and three lamps.

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(49 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Corstorphine stay.A stay at this Corstorphine hotel places you steps from Spire Murrayfield Hospital and within a 5-minute walk of Edinburgh Zoo. Carricknowe Golf Course and Murrayfield Ice Rink are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Zoo - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Characters from Kidnapped statue - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Carricknowe Golf Course - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Murrayfield Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Murrayfield Ice Rink - 5 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Slateford Station - 6 min drive
  • Balgreen Tram Stop - 15 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ubran Lounge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Greggs - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Torfin - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

4-star spa hotel near Edinburgh Zoo
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business center and 16 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 522 square feet (49 square meters) and includes conference space. A hot tub, a sauna, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 303 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 522 sq ft of conference space
  • 49 sq m of conference space
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG offers 303 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (40 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (39 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 16.95 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and 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 name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses a grey water recycling system.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Edinburgh Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Edinburgh
Holiday Inn Hotel Edinburgh
Express Edinburgh Royal Mile
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile Hotel Edinburgh
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile Scotland
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Scotland
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Hotel Edinburgh
Holiday Inn Edinburgh
Edinburgh By Ihg Edinburgh
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG Edinburgh
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG is 4.9 mi (23-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 Edinburgh Zoo by IHG?

As of Aug 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG on Aug 31, 2026 start from $143, 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.

Does Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 6.6 mi (38-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 17.2 mi (44-min drive) from Silver Sands Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 16.95 per person.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG features an indoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG have a restaurant?

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG is home to Traders Restaurant, which features international cuisine.

Does Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body treatments, mani/pedis, and facials.

How close is Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG to downtown Edinburgh?

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG is 3.1 mi away from Edinburgh.

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 750 out of 1538 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 508 out of 1538 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 178 out of 1538 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1538 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1538 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff, rooms are really nice and tidy and the breakfast was good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect, great location and staff were awesome
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice room and breakfast is excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, helpful staff and decent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good easy transport and hotel super
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect! Location, staff, amenities, staff - all was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yoshiya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free wifi, good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel close to the airport, good amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Honey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and nice location and there’s lovely restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aisha Bella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay !! Made our trip so lovely !! Definitely will stay again :)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great hotel stayed a few times staff friendly rooms r ideal also
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, friendly helpfully staff, Great breakfast. Expensive for the age and condition of the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

STUART

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fantastic hotel. Staff are amazing and well done Holly who checked me in when it was only her second day in the job.....you did brilliantly!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place exceptional location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was great and the staff was excellent. Airport bus out front is very convenient. Right next to Edinburgh Zoo!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel, clean room, helpful staff, spa was a bonus, good proximity to the city and the zoo.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is an easy (and frequent) bus ride from
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lesley-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great hotel, comfortable beds & convenient for the zoo, bus stop outside for getting to the city centre. Breakfast was excellent, we stayed in a family room & I would return!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bjørn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, city center easy to reach by bus! Good breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast buffet is lovely, have a lots of choice
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

imperial

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its an older hotel but overall it was an enjoyable stay free parking was a huge bonus
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sakchai

Liked: Cleanliness
Good staff , good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Niccole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good breakfast option, AMAZING location near the zoo and on an easy bus route to local attractions. Staff were amazing. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, super helpful staff and spacious rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

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