Hotel Indigo Edinburgh by IHG

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Hotel Indigo
8.6 (1209 reviews)
51-59 York Place , Edinburgh , gb

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good breakfast
Cons:
Room quality issues
Cleanliness concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
7.35
There were some dried damp stains on the ceiling and issues with shoddy repair work.
Service
9.35
Staff were very friendly and helpful, providing assistance and support.
Location
9.35
Excellent location, close to all main places in Edinburgh and tram station.
Room Quality
7.35
Issues with road noise, lack of control over room temperature, and general room maintenance.
Amenities
8.85
Free water and snacks provided in the mini bar were appreciated.
Value for Money
8.35
Good value for the price, especially with included breakfast.
Food and Beverage
9.35
Very good breakfast offerings; consistently mentioned as a highlight.
Overall Experience
8.85
An enjoyable stay overall, but room quality issues impacted the experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 23:57

Property Description

Stylish Rooms and Convenient Location
Hotel Indigo Edinburgh, located in the heart of Edinburgh near the Playhouse Theatre, offers stylish rooms with work areas. Just a short walk from Princes Street and St Andrew's Square, our hotel provides a perfect blend of comfort and convenience for your stay.

Delightful Dining Options
Start your day right with a delicious breakfast at The Turquoise Thistle, featuring continental items and locally sourced a-la carte dishes. Don't forget to try a 'Wee Dram' of fine whisky from various distilleries, including some international selections. For those who prefer other beverages, we also offer craft beers and non-alcoholic options.

Modern Amenities and Nearby Attractions
Enjoy modern amenities in our contemporary bedrooms, including flat-screen TVs, media hubs, and Aveda toiletries. Additionally, take advantage of our fitness centre, free WiFi, and proximity to must-see sights like Edinburgh Castle. Experience the best of Edinburgh at Hotel Indigo Edinburgh.

Important information:

Please note pets are charged at £20.00 per pet per day at the hotel.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: EDI

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 1209 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.35
Service: 9.35
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 7.35
Amenities: 8.85
Value for Money: 8.35
Food and Beverage: 9.35
Overall Experience: 8.85
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Olga • family_with_children • es
10
Estupendo hotel
Pros:

Hotel muy bueno. Personal muy amable y desayuno exquisito

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Susan • family_with_children • us
9
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Lyle • couple • gb
7
Great location, very convenient
Pros:

Complimentary snacks and drinks, dog bed and complimentary treats
Great location

Cons:

Pillows were flat, would be nice to have known about dog bed being provided as we brought our own (maybe we were told but don't think so), toilet seat was wobbly, TV remote worked when it wanted to, was slightly annoyed I was told I hadn't mentioned we were bringing a dog when I had mentioned it, he did then realise we had a dog friendly room and we'd been given bed and treats, a little apology would've sufficed is all

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Olivia • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Katherine • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Rajesh • couple • gb
10
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Clair • extended_group • gb
7
Comfortable stay but slightly tricky location
Pros:

The room was clean and of high quality, as expected. Most of the staff members were friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Although the hotel is in central Edinburgh, the location can be a little awkward for taxi/Uber pick-ups, and you’ll have a short uphill walk. Also, the lift was not fully functional during my stay.

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

Close to the places we needed to visit and great restaurants

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Fraser • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Jacquie • solo_traveller • gb
4
Expected more for cost.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Breakfast and bar area

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Morag • solo_traveller • gb
8
Excellent
Pros:

Location and friendliness of staff

Cons:

The price is fairly steep for the room sizes

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Gianno • couple • gb
8
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Trek754742 • Couples • Siebengewald, Limburg Province
4
Over rated hotel
Pros:

Overrated!

Staff was friendly. Room clean but old and small for the price we paid.

Central to shops and train station though.

2026-02-16 • via Tripadvisor
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Avril • family_with_children • ie
9
Pros:

Great location, staff were very friendly and welcoming

Cons:

Rooms were small but consistent with a city centre hotel

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • couple • gb
10
Just loved the hotel it was very clean the shower was alway nice and hot . The breakfast room was a lovely place to sit
Pros:

It was very quirky loved the decor

Cons:

Close to shop and tram

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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hotpup • Couples • Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England
10
Fab hotel,staff and location. We will return definitely.
Pros:

This was our second stay at this hotel which will be our go to hotel for all our future trips to Edinburgh. Great location and fab rooms. We have been fortunate to be given a room upgrade on both occasions which was much appreciated. Beautifully appointed rooms and possibly the most comfy bed that I have ever slept on. Complimentary irn bru, Tunnocks and water were a nice touch.
Staff at check in and check out were so nice, friendly, professional and helpful. They were both amazing and an absolute credit to the hotel. Not often I praise staff by name but both Avril and Chelsea were outstanding!!!!!! Praise to them both is well deserved.
We will definitely be back. Thanks for such a great stay!

2026-02-11 • via Tripadvisor
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mgirl2018 • Solo travel • Glasgow, Scotland
10
Fantastic location will definitely return
Pros:

Fantastic hotel with a fabulous location near the Playhouse.

Jess checked me in and was so helpful. She helped me with directions and also called me a taxi. Jess also served me at the bar.

Room was a good size at the back of the hotel and was very quiet during the night.

Breakfast was excellent the next morning and they had gluten free bread. I had eggs benedict which was very tasty. Lots of choices.

Andrew was also very helpful at check out

2026-02-07 • via Tripadvisor
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Ikhtaria • couple • id
9
Excellent stay and very helpfull staff
Pros:

Staffs are very helpful

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Allan • couple • gb
9
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Rita • couple • pt
8
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee