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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with bar/lounge, near Royal Mile

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Exterior
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Bar (on property)
Property amenity

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Guests liked:

Clean rooms, friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
    Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The price is £108
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible Bathtub | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible Bathtub

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room

Highlights

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

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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
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 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
Sofa bed - double
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
300 Cowgate, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1NA

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Princes Street - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 27 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 28 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 13 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 14 min walk
  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 27 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The World's End - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bannerman's Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bar 50 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Salt Horse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Edinburgh Larder - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and free buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Also, Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket are within a 15-minute walk. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travellers. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 13 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 14 minutes.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 78 rooms
  • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

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.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18
  • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets allowed*
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

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

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Discount at nearby fitness centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 163
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 23-inch LCD TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 18 per day (656 ft away)
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
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.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel?
No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Royal Mile (4-min walk) and University of Edinburgh (6-min walk), along with Grassmarket (7-min walk) and Scottish Parliament (10-min walk).
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel like?
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel is in Old Town Edinburgh, a short 6-minute walk from Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) and 4 minutes' walk from Royal Mile. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Staff could be a little more friendly
The hotel was well situated near all of the attractions. About a 10 -15 minute walk. Breakfast is included with the booking. Had a good enough selection, eggs, bacon, beans, sausage. One thing I noticed was how unfriendly most of the front desk were, except for the first guy we spoke to during check in, I forgot to get his name but he was really friendly and even suggested a lot of places where to eat. But we didn’t see him anymore after the first day. We just stayed for a couple of days. The others didn’t even greet you in the morning and would even try to avoid eye contact.
Douglas, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

UK Trip
Had a nice stay here. The lights in the rooms need to be brighter. Not good for make up or reading. But clean and comfortable.
2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Julie, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Value for money, good to stay
Man, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Justin, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

William, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A great hotel for a short break in Edinburgh
A nice clean modern hotel right next to the Royal Mile. Great helpful staff team, a good buffet breakfast and quiet at night. Easy walking distance to the Castle and Holyrood.
David, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Patricia, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Irfan Alp, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Just off the Royal Mile. Near to NCP parking. Very convenient
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

EDITE, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Had a premium twin room on 4th floor. Was excellent in all ways . The window could be opened for fresh air, or closed for quietness. The parking is 10m from the hotel,in the multi-level garage immediately next door. Obtain a ticket from the machine when parking,then present it to hotel reception to pay (discounted) when retrieving the vehicle later. Would stay here again, no question.
Mark, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Christine, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Hotel very average but quite pricy. Room not available on time. Window on street level therefore couldn’t open curtains. Lighting very poor. Bathroom good size and clean.
Janet, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our room was small and dimple, but impeccable with everything we needed. Staff were amazing, thoughtful, responsive, and very friendly. Pillows were way to hard, but basically it was great.
LAUREN, 2-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

8/10 Very good

Katherine, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Hotel is a very short walk to the royal mile and the Castle, very convenient. Plenty of food opportunities nearby. Staff were excellent; knowledgeable and extremely helpful.
Spencer, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

I stayed for 3 weeks this summer. The staff was nice and helpful. The room was surface clean but definitely needed a deep clean of carpet, walls and shower
Kelly Ann, 19-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Claire, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fred, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Alex, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The location of this hotel is fabulous. You are right by all the major attractions without being right in the crowded areas. You walk up a block and you are in the middle of everything. Staff and services were great. They let us leave our luggage there until our room came available. Breakfast was great (a full breakfast included in the price for the room). The only difficulty we had was that they gave us a handicap room. With 3 people bathing in the “open shower” it made a very wet mess of the bathroom. That was inconvenient!
Vanessa Justice, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jeremy, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff are exceptional. They provided me with all I needed. The one thing lacking was having my room cleaned. I got towels after I asked but tea cups were not replaced with clean ones.
Lorna, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

General property information

Breakfast
Free
Parking
Available
Reasons to Book
Comfortable Beds & Spacious Rooms
Check-In Time
3:00 PM