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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel, walk to Royal Mile

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Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Single Beds
Property amenity
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Bar (on property)
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • BarBarBar
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
300 Cowgate, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1NA
  • Popular LocationRoyal Mile4 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Edinburgh6 min walk
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle13 min walk
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)26 min drive

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Exterior
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4.4 out of 5, Excellent, (1002)
The price is NZ$731
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
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About the area

Edinburgh

This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other amenities include laundry facilities, free newspapers in the lobby and tour/ticket assistance.

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 4 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk
  • Grassmarket - 7 min walk
  • Princes Street - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 13 min walk

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 6 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bannerman's Bar - 4 min walk
  • The Banshee Labyrinth - 2 min walk
  • The World's End - 3 min walk
  • Edinburgh Larder - 2 min walk
  • The Piemaker - 2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel

Comfortable hotel, walk to Royal Mile
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel.

This 3-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel offers 78 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. 23-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include showers 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 blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

Bulgarian, English, German, Polish, Spanish, Thai

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Offsite parking available (GBP 18 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (163 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 23-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee

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
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 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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.

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 18 per day (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay, Barclaycard, debit cards, and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel?

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel 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 Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel?

As of 4 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel on 12 May 2024 start from NZ$452.03, 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 Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, travelers give high marks to the free buffet brekkie here!

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel?

No, Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 453 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 425 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1002 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really nice hotel with friendly staff, a satisfying breakfast and a location convenient to the Royal Mile
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to royal mile and all attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alvin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Ahmed Al-Faisal

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jayson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and quiet hotel, about 5 mins walk from the main tourist area of old Edinburgh. Staff are very helpful. Breakfast has a wide choice. Rooms are clean and comfortable, but could do with more lights.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet. Front desk staff outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023