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 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. "Car Parking is available at the nearby Q-Park Omni Centre. The hotel does have a discount available to guests so please contact the hotel directly for the discount code prior to booking online"

Couples particularly 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

Situated 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 double bed
or
2 single beds
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Shona
United Kingdom United Kingdom
To be honest didn’t think breakfast was as good as on my previous stay.
Christine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Breakfast was great, fab gf options. It was a little chaotic with lots of people all looking for their food items but it didn’t impact on anyone as they were all just respectful and patient.
Dee
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Great location, right by a tram stop. Staff very friendly and helpful. Rooms clean and comfortable. Breakfast could do with more tables as always busy.
Kathleen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The bedroom was lovely, beds fantastic, breakfast good, was there for a show at the playhouse, so great location . I usually stay here when I’m over from fife for the theatre
Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Clean and tidy location was perfect for our trip to playhouse
Donna
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Location was perfect. Room was spotless. Beds comfortable. Staff were so nice. Great shampoo etd
Joanna
Poland Poland
Personel was great, so nice ale helpful. Always smiling and help you with everything.
Lee
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Fantastic hotel, location, breakfast, staff were all fantastic. Would 100% recommend staying here.
Moira
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Excellent location for theatre. Receptionist very pleasant. Comfortable lounge.
Morag
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Central to train station and Playhouse and various restaurants. Very clean. Staff helpful and friendly. Breakfast selection good and hot food hot. Good value for money.

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Lift
  • Laundry
  • Heating

House rules

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre by IHG takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
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 option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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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.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Car Parking is available at the nearby Q-Park Omni Centre. 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.