Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
8.2 (8401 reviews)
Britannia Way, Ocean Drive , Edinburgh , GB
+44 371 902 1610

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Limited breakfast options
Small room size

Categories

Cleanliness
8.09
Several reviews indicated cleanliness issues, specifically with breakfast cleanliness.
Service
8.56
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.1
Many guests praised the excellent location near transport and local attractions.
Room Quality
7.55
Some guests mentioned rooms were small and in need of updates.
Amenities
8.08
Amenities were deemed acceptable but limited, such as the absence of mini fridges.
Value for Money
8.04
Feedback on value for money was mixed, with some noting the price was high for New Year.
Food and Beverage
7.59
Breakfast variety was noted as lacking and chaotic at times.
Overall Experience
8.56
Guests overall found their stays enjoyable with various minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-05 01:54

Property Description

Modern Hotel with Convenient Location
This modern hotel located next to the Ocean Terminal shopping centre and the Royal Yacht Britannia offers a comfortable stay with convenient amenities.

Comfortable and Well-Equipped Rooms
The en suite rooms feature modern amenities such as hairdryers, wall-mounted TVs with Freeview, power showers, and tea/coffee facilities. Additionally, each room is equipped with USB charger ports, an iron, and an ironing board for added convenience.

Dining and Relaxation Options
Guests can unwind in the modern lounge area with free WiFi or enjoy all-day dining at the stylish bar. The bar offers a variety of beverages including coffees, teas, premium spirits, and craft beers. 24-hour pizza service and a selection of paninis, soups, and burgers are also available.

Book your stay at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront for a convenient and comfortable experience.

Important information:

If booking a Double Room with Sofa Bed and you require the hotel to set up the extra bed, please inform the hotel via the Special Requests box during the booking process.

Please note that cash payments are not allowed.

Pets are welcome at our hotel. An additional charge of GBP 30 per pet per stay applies.

Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please note that guests may be assigned a different room type and bed configurations.Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: EDI

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 8401 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.09
Service: 8.56
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 7.55
Amenities: 8.08
Value for Money: 8.04
Food and Beverage: 7.59
Overall Experience: 8.56
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Patryk • couple • nl
8
Good hotel, good price/quality.
Pros:

Close to the tram, quiet area.

Cons:

Breakfast was good but I missed fresh fruit on some days.

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Carol • family_with_children • gb
10
Enjoyed our stay as a family
Pros:

Clean & comfortable

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Samuel • family_with_children • gb
5
No heating provided heating
Pros:

There was not heating at all they provided in portable heating

Cons:

Breakfast

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • gb
8
We have stayed several times and rate the location and accommodation highly.
Pros:

Good selection at breakfast ,comfortable room and spotless shower room

Cons:

It was all just fine

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Wan Ling • family_with_children • au
6
Pros:

We can get coffee tea outside breakfast hours, aldi and bus stop nearby

Cons:

Dated property, false for alarm in the middle of the night

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Sohini • couple • in
9
A comfortable stay
Pros:

Clean, well maintained room. Not fancy but comfortable. The staff were helpful. They were responsive and tried helping whenever I asked for something. The location while not in the centre of the city, was easy to access.

Cons:

The breakfast could’ve had a few more options, especially for vegetarian food.

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Naeem Abdullah • family_with_children • in
10
Pros:

Though the room size was small but it was so well designed that I absolutely enjoyed my stay.

Cons:

In the bath there should be hand spray at the WC.

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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markland • couple • gb
6
OK near tram stop
Pros:

good

Cons:

short of drawers

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Wilhelm • solo_traveller • de
3
Der Standort war für uns gut, ansonsten kennen wir ordentlich und bessere Hotels
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Teresa • extended_group • gb
8
Well would definitely return as the staff were amazing, helpful and knowledgeable.
Pros:

The location was excellent, just a few stops on the tram to the centre
Breakfast was great however a little more continental choice would have been great eg hams, cheeses
Room was great however had difficulty finding hairdryer so a little note would have been appreciated as to its location. The flashing light from gadget on ceiling disturbed my sleep as did the timer on the TV which stayed on all night. I had to drape a towel over the screen to dull the light

Cons:

See above

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Lang • couple • gb
8
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VICTOR • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Paul • family_with_children • gb
5
Great staff, poor room.
Pros:

Handy location on the tram line and staff couldn't have been nicer.

Cons:

Room was far too small for 4 people and whomever set up the room agreed as it was set for 3! We've stayed at other Holiday Inns where the room was large enough for 4 people to move about. Couldn't swing a cat in that room. Orange and apple juices at breakfast were clearly watered down bizarrely.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Stella • couple • gr
7
Πολύ μέτριο για αυτό που πληρώνεις
Pros:

Η τοποθεσία βόλεψε εμένα γιατί ειχα τους λόγους μου να μείνω εκεί. Αλλιώς είναι μακριά από το κέντρο, αλλά υπάρχουν πολλά λεωφορεία όπως και το τραμ πολύ κοντά. Το δωμάτιο ήταν άνετο, καθαρό.

Cons:

Το πρωινό με λίγες επιλογές κακής ποιότητας και ότι τελειώνει δεν αντικαθίσταται. Τελείωσαν τα scrambled eggs στις 9 το πρωί και δεν ξαναεφεραν . Το ζήτησα και μου είπαν δεν έχουμε άλλα. Τι μένει να φας? Δεν υπάρχει κανενός είδους τυρι. Γενικά είναι το πιο λιτό πρωινό που εχω συναντήσει σε ξενοδοχείο. Ο χώρος του πρωινού χρειάζεται καλύτερη καθαριότητα, το πάτωμα κολαγε συνεχώς.
Στα δωμάτια το κλιματιστικό είναι μόνο για κρύο αέρα όπως μου είπαν, εκτός του ότι δεν αντέχεται ο θόρυβος που κάνει
Αν κρυώνετε ζητηστε να σας δώσουν μια θερμάστρα.
Το προσωπικο είναι μάλλον αδιάφορο με μια τυπική ευγένεια του στυλ" συγγνώμη δεν μπορούμε να κάνουμε κάτι".Σίγουρα δεν είναι value for money. Θα το επιλέξω ξανά μόνο αν χρειαστεί να είμαι στην περιοχή εκείνη.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Holly • family_with_children • gb
8
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Sergei • solo_traveller • pt
10
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Nadine • family_with_children • fr
8
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Borys • couple • de
5
Cons:

Das Frühstück war sehr spartanisch, das Personal im Speisesaal war völlig überfordert und der Kaffee war sehr schlecht. Unser Zimmer lag auf der Seite, auf der Anlieferungen erfolgen; aufgrund des Lärms durch die Müllabfuhr und Lieferfahrzeuge war es ziemlich schwierig zu schlafen , zudem befand sich die zentrale Klimaanlage direkt unter dem Fenster. Die Getränke an der Bar finde ich zudem ziemlich überteuert; vier lokale Biere haben uns 27,50 Pfund gekostet.

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Livia • family_with_children • sk
7
overall good nice stay
Pros:

good breakfast, it was also possible leave our luggage there after checkout and pick it up later

Cons:

beds and pillows were very uncomfortable we work up eveyday with sore neck, the AC was working only for 30 minúte and than it started to blow cold air so it got very cold at night

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Jana • family_with_children • de
7
SEHR GUTE LAGE
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee