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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel

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Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Single Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Overview of Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel with bar/lounge, near Royal Mile

8.6/10 Fabulous

996 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

  • Free breakfast
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Pet-friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
The price is £100
Price available on 16/4/2023
Map
300 Cowgate, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1NA
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Computer station
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • TV in a common area
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Sofa bed
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

  • In Old Town Edinburgh
  • Royal Mile - 4 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk
  • Princes Street - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 19 min walk
  • National Museum of Scotland - 1 min drive
  • Grassmarket - 2 min drive
  • St. Giles' Cathedral - 5 min drive
  • Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 4 min drive
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 7 min drive
  • St. Andrew Square - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 27 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 13 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 14 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 29 min walk

Restaurants

  • Salt Horse - 1 min walk
  • The World's End - 3 min walk
  • Bannerman's Bar - 4 min walk
  • Maki & Ramen - 5 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 puts you a short five-minute drive from Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. 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, this hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from University of Edinburgh and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Princes Street. The location and walkable location 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, German, Polish, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter
Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
Follows the regional cleaning and disinfection practices of We're Good To Go (UK)
Follows the standard cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 78 rooms
  • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 3:00 PM until 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.
  • 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.

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

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

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

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (selected rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (selected rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Languages

  • English
  • German
  • Polish
  • Spanish

Room amenities

Be entertained

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

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Double sofa bed
  • 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

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F; guest room doors are sealed after cleaning.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We're Good To Go (UK) and Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

Policies

<p>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.</p><p>Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.</p> <p>This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).</p><p>Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.</p> <p>This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. </p> <p>This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. </p>

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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.
How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel?
As of 30 Mar 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel on 16 Apr 2023 start from £100, 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.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
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?
You can check in from 3:00 PM - 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 19 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Castle. Our travellers say that the local area is very walkable.

Reviews

8.6

Fabulous

8.9/10

Cleanliness

9.1/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.5/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.1/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

P A, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Andrea, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Good service
I found the service very good however I am not a fan of the dim lighting in the room. Satiated over to do work and the lighting made this very difficult
Amanda, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

joseph, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Sylvia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lorna, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Parking problem
Requested parking when we booked and was told there was parking available. The morning of our arrival I called to confirm parking was available. The reception told me that there was no parking on site but to use the NCO car park which was only 3 mins walk away from the hote and to bring the ticket to reception so it could be validated. I did this and asked the guy at the reception if the parking was fully validated. He said ‘yes it’s all done’. 2 days later we departed and put the validated ticket into the machine. NCP stated there was £39 outstanding for parking. I spoke with NCP control who told me that the agreement with Holiday inn express was to provide a 25% on parking, not that the ticket was fully validated.
Johnnie, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Marek, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good

room service
Room was not serviced or cleaned everyday
Sanjeev, 4-night family trip
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