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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 8,950 reviews

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About Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh

Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.4
Location
9.3
Services
8.2
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.0
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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Standard rooms - Skyline view
1 king bed

1 king bed

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Double rooms - Sea view
1 double bed

1 double bed

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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 8,950 verified guest reviews
8.1Families
8.3Friends
8.2Couples
7.9Solo


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?

    In Edinburgh, 3-star hotels have average nightly rates of £218. Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre is £51 cheaper than the city average at just £167/night.

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

    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre is 7.2 mi away from Edinburgh Turnhouse. You can typically expect your drive time from Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre to Edinburgh Turnhouse to be 21min. It might be worth looking up traffic trends near your hotel if you are worried about saving time.

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

    If you intend to hire a car to travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse to the hotel, you will have peace of mind knowing that Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre offers parking on site. Car hire in the area typically go for £19/day for a base model hire. 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?

    Yes, dogs and pets are welcome at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre.

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

    Judging by our data, Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre does not have a pool on site, but hotels regularly make additions and changes to their venues and do not always notify us. It would be best to call Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre at +44 131 558 2300.

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

    0.5 mi separate the front steps of Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre and the city centre of Edinburgh, where you can keep busy with restaurants, shopping and of course Assembly Rooms, a very popular landmark in Edinburgh.

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

    For assistance from an employee at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre please call +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?

    The required check-out time is 11:00. Please plan accordingly before your departure to avoid any penalties or fees.

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

    Depending on the room type you prefer and your travel dates, the cost will differ. Average price per night at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh is £270, but you may find great deals as low as £78. You can find rates for your trip in the form above.

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

    Yes, there is. Reach out to Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh for more details on all available laundry services. Irons and ironing boards are included as featured amenities.

  • What is the distance from Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh to Concert Hall Usher Hall?

  • Is Edinburgh International Conference Centre, Edinburgh close to Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre?

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Places of interest near Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre

Attractions in Edinburgh, Scotland curated by momondo

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

Top landmarks

Waverley Mall0.4 mi
Scott Monument0.4 mi
Museum of Childhood0.4 mi
Real Mary King's Close0.5 mi
National Gallery of Scotland0.5 mi

Restaurants and Cafés

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The Theatre Royal0.0 mi
CC Blooms0.0 mi
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