Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
Picardy Place , Edinburgh , GB

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Good room size
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Breakfast variety lacking

Categories

Cleanliness
7.43
Some reviews mention issues with cleanliness and mold in the rooms.
Service
8.9
Multiple reviews praise the staff's friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
8.94
The location is frequently highlighted as excellent and convenient.
Room Quality
7.89
Generally good but noted issues such as views and room darkness.
Amenities
7.92
Good amenities available, though some guests noted missing items at breakfast.
Value for Money
7.88
Good value mentioned, though some services could improve.
Food and Beverage
7.43
Breakfast options were noted as lacking variety on some occasions.
Overall Experience
8.4
Overall positive experiences reported, some issues were noted but outweighed by positives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 23:05

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located in the heart of Edinburgh's New Town, just a short stroll from Princes Street and the train station, Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre offers easy access to the city's main attractions.

Modern Amenities
The hotel boasts modern rooms equipped with satellite TV, free tea and coffee, and tiled bathrooms with power showers. Guests can enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi access throughout the property.

Delicious Dining Options
Start your day with a free buffet breakfast at the Great Room, offering a variety of hot and cold items. Unwind at the lounge bar with a wide selection of whiskies, and explore the nearby restaurants for evening meals.

Experience the best of Edinburgh with us at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre.

Important information:

Car Parking is available at the nearby Q-Park Omni Center. The hotel does have a discount available to guests so please contact the hotel directly for the discount code prior to booking online

The hotel has steps to the front of the building, however, there is wheelchair access to the rear via a cobbled street.

Nearby Q car park is available for parking. Guests can request discount vouchers at reception.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

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Property Accessibility

Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Door Width: 82
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 7.43
Service: 8.9
Location: 8.94
Room Quality: 7.89
Amenities: 7.92
Value for Money: 7.88
Food and Beverage: 7.43
Overall Experience: 8.4
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Hikmet • solo_traveller • tr
3
Tavsiye kesinlikle etmiyorum
Pros:

Sadece konumu güzeldi

Cons:

Oda konforu çok kötü,kahvaltı kötü kelimesi esksik kalır( haşlanmış yumurta dahi yoktu),geleceklere tavsiyem konum dışında çok kötü bir tesis,şarj dönüştürücüsü için 5 paund aldılar,bu konuda bile yardımcı olmadılar

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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QIANNING • couple • cn
6
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Van Rongen • couple • mx
9
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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teresa • solo_traveller • xa
6
Pros:

Lokalizacja

Cons:

Śniadanko. Dostaliśmy pokój dla niepełnosprawnych,więc łóżko było za wysokie, a w łazience wysoka ubikacja,niska umywalka
Wszystko pod wózek dostosowane.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Chevonne • extended_group • gb
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Wiwat • couple • th
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Breakfast

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Shu Zhen • couple • gb
7
Room was clean and staff are friendly
Pros:

Near the train station,easy to find

Cons:

A bit noisy next to the road

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Cuninghant • extended_group • br
7
Ótima localização e custo benefício bom
Pros:

A localização é ótima próximo da estação de trem o quarto simples é bastante antigo banheiro razoável

Cons:

Banheiro antigo e meio apertado

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Tiffany • couple • us
4
I didn’t feel it was worth the money. I’d look elsewhere next time for something updated with a proper bathroom and bed
Pros:

Staff were friendly. It was conveniently located.

Cons:

The bathroom situations need updating. It’s terrible. The sink didn’t drain. There is black mold on the door to the bathroom because the shower sprays directly onto it, and there is zero ventilation. People constantly trying to open our doors. Happened 3 times thankfully the chain was on. Bathroom drains smelled like cat pee. You can see water damage in the carpet outside the bathroom. Ceiling tiles filled with dust. Bed was not a King or two singles as advertised. That was a Queen bed. Sad there was no mini fridge or ice maker I had to keep my medicine cold. I had to keep getting ice from staff. They were very friendly, but room felt like a let down.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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william • extended_group • us
5
Pros:

Parking was too expensive.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Speziali • solo_traveller • it
9
Pros:

Posizione molto centrale, ottima struttura dell'albergo in generale

Cons:

In bagno manca spazzola per pulire water e manca ventola odori.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Location was great, staff were friendly and helpful, room was clean and well maintained and breakfast area was clean and choice was good.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Mohammad Aqib Momtaz • couple • gb
8
Well thoroughly enjoyed with comfort..!
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Same breakfast everyday as no variation among foods…!

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • solo_traveller • gb
8
Good location, usual Holiday Inn standard
Pros:

Good location, near Waverley railway station and local restaurants.
Usual Holiday Inn standard
Free coffee/tea/water in lobby

Cons:

Bathroom need demoulding- not serious but should be better.
Breakfast uninspiring.
Somewhat overpriced but that’s Edinburgh!

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
• solo_traveller • us
7
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • extended_group • gb
7
Pros:

Location of rooms and rooms themselves.
Options for water, tea, coffee etc

Overall, the hotel suited us for it's location to the theatre and shops.

Cons:

Staff at reception were unsmiling and appeared unfriendly.
Breakfast was just ok. I felt the quality of the food could have been better.
I thought that the cost of the room with breakfast was quite high.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • gb
5
Glad I wasn’t staying for longer
Pros:

Very close to where I was going

Cons:

Expensive for what it was
Carpet in room was very stained ,dirty looking
Breakfast was disorganised chaos

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Fatimah • couple • sa
7
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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david • couple • gb
9
Comfortable stay in a well situated hotel
Pros:

Staff were all very helpful and pleasant. Excellent breakfast that easily set you up for the day. Rooms a good size well appointed and comfortable.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee