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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre

3-star Hotel with Bar/Lounge

3 stars

Picardy Place, 16-22, Edinburgh, EH1 3JT

+44 131 558 2300
8.1
Very Good

based on 5,091 reviews

€63
Rate

per night

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About Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh

Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.4
Location
9.4
Services
8.2
Staff
8.9
Value for money
7.9
Located under a 10-minute walk from Edinburgh Bus Station, Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre offers guests a convenient base when visiting Edinburgh. It is ideally positioned for guests wishing to visit local attractions. There are a range of amenities on offer to those staying at the hotel, such as an express check-in and check-out feature, a car rental desk and a 24-hour reception. There is off-site parking for those travelling with a car. There are 161 cosy rooms at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, each providing all the essentials to ensure a comfortable stay. The bathrooms are fitted with a shower and a bathtub, and include a hair dryer. The area around the hotel has a range of cafés and restaurants. St Giles Cathedral and Princes Street are within walking a distance.

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Property safety measures

Heightened sanitation

Daily cleaning, increased availability of sanitation products.

Social distancing measures

Lobbies with safe social distancing.

Streamlined check-in and check-out.

Minimal contact with hotel personnel and other guests.


Rooms

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Hypoallergenic
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Family rooms
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Sofa bed
  • Cleaning products

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Family friendly

  • Complimentary breakfast

Reviews

8.1
Very GoodBased on 5,091 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • Short walk to princess street. (in 17 reviews)
  • It is in perfect location where is walking distances to all tourist attractions. (in 27 reviews)
  • Scrambled eggs were fluffy and tasty (in 10 reviews)
Cons -
  • The scrambled eggs were awful! (in 10 reviews)
  • building works just outside made access difficult (in 27 reviews)
  • Breakfast area could not cope with demand. (in 22 reviews)


Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How does Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre compare to other 3-star hotels in Edinburgh?

    3-star hotels in Edinburgh typically cost €270/night, but Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre is typically available for €164/night, and is rated equally to its competitors.

  • How far is Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre from Edinburgh Turnhouse?

    Driving distance from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre and vice versa is 11.6 km and the overall drive time is about 21min. Driving time can vary based on the time of day and traffic.

  • What is the best way to get to Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre from Edinburgh Turnhouse?

    With parking available at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, you could always hire a car for as low as €20/day and park it at the hotel. This would give you freedom while visiting Edinburgh. A very popular option for travellers staying at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre would be to take a taxi or ridesharing service from Edinburgh Turnhouse directly to the hotel.

  • Is Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre pet-friendly?

    Customers of Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre are welcome to bring their dogs with them during their stay.

  • Does Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre have a pool?

    At this time, our data shows that there is no on-site pool at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre. However, hotels can make changes that can significantly change the venue. For the most accurate answer, it would be best to call the hotel directly at +44 131 558 2300.

  • How close is Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre to Edinburgh city centre?

    The city centre nearest to Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre is Edinburgh, which is 0.8 km away from the hotel’s front door. There, you can find Waterloo Place, which is a popular sight in the area.

  • What is the phone number for Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre?

    You can reach the main line at +44 131 558 2300.

  • Does Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre?

    You can plan to arrive after 15:00 for checking in. Check-out time is 11:00. We advise notifying the front desk of any requests as early as possible.

  • How much is a room at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre?

    The average price for a night at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre found recently is €307 and can go as low as €115/night. Please note that rates may be impacted by travel dates, room type, and availability. To see current deals, enter your dates in the form above.

  • Is there laundry service in Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre?

    Yes, you can do your laundry at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre. Need to straighten out your clothes? The accommodation features an ironing board and an iron.

  • What is the distance from Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh to Talbot Rice Gallery?

  • Is Usher Hall, Edinburgh close to Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre?

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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre location: Picardy Place, 16-22, Edinburgh, EH1 3JT

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