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Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

4.0 star property

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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.
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)
A lobby with two large cylindrical columns, a reception desk, and a patterned floor.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a patterned carpet.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$359
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug

Explore the area

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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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

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)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

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
(84 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Room

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)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and two bedside lamps.

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed

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

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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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

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)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Edinburgh

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG places you steps from Spire Murrayfield Hospital and within a short 5-minute stroll of Edinburgh Zoo. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include facials and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Traders Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and sauna. 522 square feet (49 square metres) of event facilities include 16 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. On weekend mornings English breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Corstorphine hotel include Carricknowe Golf Course and Murrayfield Ice Rink.

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Zoo - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Characters from Kidnapped statue - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Carricknowe Golf Course - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Murrayfield Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Murrayfield Ice Rink - 5 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Ubran Lounge
  • ‪Greggs - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Greggs - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Torfin - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Winston's - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

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 centre and 16 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 522 square feet (49 square metres) 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 members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG offers 303 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels and pay-per-view films.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • Traders Restaurant

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room cot
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 16 meeting rooms
  • 522 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

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
  • Lift (102 centimetre 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (100 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Renewable energy used
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
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 cots (infant beds)!

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: from 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 guest room 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 all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

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 aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG?

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG?

As of 28 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG on 4 Aug 2026 start from NZ$359, 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.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG is Portobello Beach (9.9 km).

Is there a spa on site at Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and body treatments.

Does Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG?

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG features a full-service spa, a health club and an indoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and an indoor pool, as well as highchairs and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG serve breakfast?

You bet, our guests highly rate the English brekkie here! Offered at weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG?

There isn't one on site, but Carricknowe Golf Course is a short 14-minute walk away.

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 737 out of 1502 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 491 out of 1502 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 174 out of 1502 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1502 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1502 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place exceptional location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Sakchai

Liked: Cleanliness
Good staff , good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Breakfast Great Bed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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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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10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were lovely, hotel clean, nice food
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access Great staff Excellent location Easy parking
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All in all excellent stop over,great facilities,freindly helpful staff,,rooms very clean and homely,,certainly stay again ,,thanks edinburgh holiday inn..
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast menu good,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Yohans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The breakfast was amazing and I really enjoyed it I want to say thank you for all staff and they were very kind and good attitude Keep up it
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing stay. The pool and the gym we're great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice hotel, rooms are modern, clean and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room lovely and clean also spacious met with lovely staff when checking and in the bar/dining area lovely decor,parking free after 5 at the zoo car park Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were fantastic. Particularly Alister in reception and Robyn at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026