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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Royal Mile

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Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Free Hot Breakfast)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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300 Cowgate, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1NA
  • Royal Mile
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • University of Edinburgh
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Free Hot Breakfast)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Free Hot Breakfast)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(52 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Edinburgh

Heart of Edinburgh.You'll be steps from Royal Mile and within a 10-minute walk of University of Edinburgh with a stay at this Old Town Edinburgh hotel. Grassmarket and Scottish Parliament are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Princes Street - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grassmarket - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 8 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bannerman's Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • Salt Horse
  • Bar 50
  • ‪HEYTEA - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Holyrood 9A - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG

3-star hotel near Royal Mile
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG also features a vending machine, discounted use of a nearby fitness facility, and a front-desk safe.

This 3-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 78 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG offers 78 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 23-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include showers. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite 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

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
  • Elevator (64 inch 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property 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 30 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards, 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.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, 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. 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. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG Reviews

8.6

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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 474 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 396 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing, very friendly and accommodating and courteous
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David Anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located one street over from the Royal Mile. Convenient and clean. Breakfast was a nice start to each day.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

SATYAJEET

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and accessible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bat-el

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Abby

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff great, very helpful and friendly. Room was clean, comfy and warm. Good housekeeping team. And the bar is open 24 hrs, which is a bonus when you fancy that 7am glass of wine 😄 Breakfast was very good. Lots of variety and choices of hot and continental. My only small issues were: 1. TV in my room wasn't working 2. The coffee at breakfast was mingin.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorotea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good, clean, comfortable, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Edgar, ATHENS

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bathroom smelled like the sewer. Had to cover shower drain to stop the smell. I would not recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marwan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this Holiday Inn Express. All the staff especially PANUWAT were great. Panuwat made sure we had everything we needed. He explained all the hotel had to offer. He was kind and patient. Because we are loyalty members (this is our 4th time at this property) he was able to get us a late check out for my senior citizen mother. Thank you Panuwat and IHG!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was great. Staff very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Edinburgh on a budget

The rooms were designed smartly for a small space. Exceptional shower with great water pressure and easy to use shower head. Great soaps and shampoo. Largest towels I ever had in an economy hotel. The breakfast was decent. Great location. Very quiet!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vipul

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan Carlos

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I only stayed for one night but I really enjoyed my clean, quiet and spacious room. Staff was very welcoming, allowing me to check in early. I also liked the complimentary breakfast buffet. Lots of choices! When I visit Edinburgh again, I will definitely stay here. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Suann

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good room, OK breakfast

Comfy bed, no complaints about the room. Breakfast was hit and miss, things running out all the time with 10 minute waits for certain items
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kin, Lewis Center

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is situated at a great location in the heart of old town Edinburgh and a turn away to the Royal Miles. The hotel is in great condition. Staff and services are exceptional. We will stay at the hotel again next time we would be back at Edinburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

SHERYLEEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is just walking distance to a lot of tourist attractions, restaurants and pub. Hotel has friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lyndsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy location to get to if you dont mind a steep hill
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie Chase

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great. The room was a little small but serviceable. The close proximity to the Royal Mile and train station was much appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Susanne

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and the staff was super helpful, but the rooms are teeny tiny so just be aware.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025