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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 5,090 reviews

$72
Rate

per night

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 situated a short stroll from Princes Street and St Andrew Square. 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 location of the hotel permits easy access to many places of interest on foot. Guests can also visit St Giles Cathedral, Princes Street Gardens and Royal Mile.

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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.


Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre room price & deals

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Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business center
  • 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
  • Trash cans

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • 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 center
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr 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
  • Clothes rack

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Family friendly

  • Complimentary breakfast

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre Reviews

8.1
Very goodBased on 5,090 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 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment 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?

    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre is $96 cheaper than the average 3 star hotel in Edinburgh. You can usually find a nightly rate of $182 when staying at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre.

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

    There are 7.2 mi between Edinburgh Turnhouse and Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre. The drive to and from the airport should be about 21min, depending on traffic. Take into account high traffic times, especially near more metropolitan areas.

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

    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre has parking available on site for customers of the hotel. With that in mind, the most efficient way to not only get from Edinburgh Turnhouse to the hotel, but also around Edinburgh during your stay may be renting a car. Car rentals in Edinburgh are on average $22/day. If you’re looking for a simple travel option from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, consider calling a taxi or rideshare service to take you to the hotel as well as around the city during your visit.

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

    Feel free to bring your dog with you while staying 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 center?

    The city center nearest to Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre is Edinburgh, which is 0.5 mi 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?

    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?

    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out may be available upon request at the reception desk.

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

    $346/night is a good average price right now, and some users have even reported deals that start from only $131/night. However, prices can change based on the time of year you’re booking, the type of room you prefer, etc. Fill in the form above to get deals for your trip.

  • 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 Usher Hall?

  • Is Waterloo Place, 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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