• Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Luggage storage
  • Heating

This city centre Holiday Inn Express is just a few minutes’ walk from the Royal Mile, and 0.6 miles from Holyrood House. This IHG Quality Excellence Award-winning hotel offers free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned rooms with a flat-screen TV. The bright and airy rooms are well-equipped with pay movies, free tea/coffee facilities and a private shower room with a hairdryer. Children under 18 stay free when using existing bedding. Guests can prepare for a day exploring Edinburgh with a breakfast buffet that includes both continental and traditional hot items. The relaxed bar has a large-screen TV, and the hotel also has free baggage storage. The Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile is located in the charming Old Town, 0.8 miles from Edinburgh Castle. Princes Street’s shops are 10 minutes’ walk away. The University of Edinburgh campus is just across the road. Within 10 minutes' walk of Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station, guests are also surrounded by bars, shops and restaurants. Discounted parking is available at a nearby private car park.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Holiday Inn Express
Hotel chain/brand
Holiday Inn Express

Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Edinburgh, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.0

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
or
1 double bed
1 double 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
9.0
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.6
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  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was central Staff were friendly and helpful
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent location - very nice staff - good breakfast, well stocked - very clean
  • C
    Careen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast option good, however cooked breakfast choice of scrambled egg type only, prefer poached, some guests may prefer poached or fried. Beans only, prefer tomato. No black pudding or haggis available. Good choice of breads, teas including earl...

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh – Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Lift
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs £18 per day.
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Luggage storage
      Additional charge
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key card access
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Lift
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    • Wake up service/Alarm clock
    Accessibility
    • Emergency cord in bathroom
    • Lower bathroom sink
    • Higher level toilet
    • Toilet with grab rails
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Upper floors accessible by elevator
    Languages spoken
    • Bulgarian
    • English
    • Polish
    • Thai

    House rules

    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh – Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    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 room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

    Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh – Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    The hotel offers a 25% discount for car parking at the nearby NCP St Johns Hill secure car park.

    When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night applies.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    FAQs about Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh – Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel

    • Guests staying at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh – Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Buffet

    • Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh – Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel is 600 yards from the centre of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh – Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel include:

      • Twin
      • Twin/Double
      • Double

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

      • Golf course (within 3 km)

    • Check-in at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh – Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The prices at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh – Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.