Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

Hotels
Holiday Inn Express
8.2 (7985 reviews)
Britannia Way, Ocean Drive , Edinburgh , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
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.

  • 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 available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Groups

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

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 10 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 7985 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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Michał family_with_children pl
7
Całkiem fajny hotel
Pros:

Bardzo miła obsługa, czysty pokój, smaczne śniadanie. Lokalizacja ok 40 min pieszo od centrum, ale za to blisko do morza oraz restauracji serwującej świeże ryby (15min pieszo). Zanim opłacisz parking (parking hotelowy płatny 11GBP za dobę) zapytaj w recepcji o kod rabatowy, bez tego będzie drożej.

Cons:

Niestety w Naszym pokoju (115) działało tylko jedno gniazdko (pod telewizorem) na cztery znajdujące się w pokoju. Nie działał też czajnik na herbatę, a że był na stałe przymocowany (wtyczka zakryta w ścianie), nie mogliśmy spróbować podłączyć w innym miejscu. Wiem, mogliśmy powyższe zgłosić, ale to nie była naprawa "na chwilę". Warto się tym zająć, zanim goście wejdą do pokoju. Pokój Standard Double room with Sofa bed trochę za mały dla rodziny 2+2. (jak dla Nas).

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Christa solo_traveller de
8
Pros:

Das Personal war ausgesprochen freundlich und hilfsbereit. Auch die Lage war ideal und vorallem sehr ruhig. Nachts konnte man unbesorgt die Fenster öffnen. Obwohl außerhalb des Zentrums gelegen, kommt man mit der Straßenbahn vom Flughafen direkt vor die Tür und in die City.

Cons:

Im Nachhinein musste ich feststellen dass die junge Dame an der Bar, die am Abend unseres Besuches schon ein wenig überfordert wirkte, die Rechnung zweimal abgebucht hat, obwohl der Zahlvorgang beim ersten Mal angeblich nicht geklappt hat. Das ist ärgerlich, denn im Nachhinein geht das schlecht zu klären. Aber das war wirklich das einzig negative während unseres Aufenthaltes.

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Vanessa couple gb
10
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Susan family_with_children gb
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Modern

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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George solo_traveller gb
7
Concvenient location
Pros:

The location was perfect for an evening dinner celebration on board the Royal Yacht Britannia.

Cons:

Despite halving the cost of parking at the hotel. Too expensive. The price of a bottle of beer bit of a rip off, no wonder the price is not on the drinks menu.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Susan solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

⁸gpod location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Alistair couple gb
8
Very good
Pros:

Room was comfortable. Bed good. Shower good. Nice toiletries.

Cons:

Breakfast was a little basic

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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VENKAT solo_traveller in
6
Stay at Holiday Inn Express - Leithcastle in Edinburg
Pros:

The location was pretty good with a quiet peaceful surroundings and close proximity to the Ocean Terminal Bus and Tram stops. The room was quite comfortable.

Cons:

The room could have been slightly bigger and provided with two or three sofas. Toiletries and coffee/tea sachets were not provided or replenished without requesting. I would have expected that to be done a a matter of routine. There could be more variety in the breakfast.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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SEBASTIAN couple ee
7
Fue una estancia agradable aunque se podría mejorar algo la instalacion
Pros:

La ubicación
La amabilidad del personal

Cons:

El tamaño de la habitación
Los problemas para conseguir un ascensor

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Angela couple gb
8
Good value for money
Pros:

Nice views over the port. Rooms had AC which was great during hot spell. Tram line right outside very convenient for airport and city centre. Luggage hold was also useful so we didn't have to carry bags around on first and last day.

Cons:

Breakfast was busy every day. The hotel would benefit from two extra coffee machines, to avoid long queues. The staff worked very hard keeping on top of it.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Silva family_with_children pt
7
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Elaine couple gb
7
A bit overpriced
Pros:

Location and staff were very nice.

Cons:

Carpet was full of dust in the corners.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Asma family_with_children gb
7
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Andreia couple pt
7
Bom alojamento, staff simpático, com margem para melhorar o serviço prestado.
Pros:

- Localização, em zona tranquila e próxima de estação de Tram e Bus.
- Instalações com boa construção, insonorização, WC e chuveiro muito funcionais. Limpeza diária, troca de toalhas, reposição de comodidades. Cama confortável.
- Pequeno-almoço variado e com qualidade.
- Staff muito simpático e prestável.

Cons:

- Pouco cuidado com a lavagem ou verificação das loiças do pequeno-almoço, todos os dias encontrávamos peças sujas.
- Quarto com pouco espaço para arrumação de roupa.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Hólmfríður Kristín couple is
7
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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ScotsTraveller1972 Couples Montrose, Angus, Scotland
4
Disappointing
Pros:

Check-in went smoothly and the room on first impressions was comfortable. Unfortunately, the toilet bowl had been overlooked but was quickly attended to after reporting.
After a good nights sleep breakfast was a chaotic mess. Staff were busy and efficient in clearing tables but the servery area was without food for long periods ( creating long queues) and worktops were messy. Even simple tasks such as filling juice containers, wiping the counters and replacing cutlery were not done. There seemed to be sufficient staff but the logistics and timings in the kitchen were all out of synch.
Disappointing given we had many a pleasant stay here in the past. Location is excellent

2026-05-27 via Tripadvisor
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Dorin couple ro
8
2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Rui couple pt
10
Pleasant stay at the Holiday Inn Express in Leith, Edinburgh
Pros:

We love mostly everything starting from the very kind welcoming by Kasey on the 2nd of May she wouldn't stop being helpful and nice still all the members of the staff at front desk and breakfast room were very kind, the room was spacious, comfortable and clean. In general we loved this hotel .

Cons:

The only negative point is we didn't have our room cleaned on our second day which was right after the first night but in the evening we had clean towels from another nice lady who worked at front desk .

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Andrea couple us
9
Convenient location and great coffee and breakfast.
Pros:

The location was great. The breakfast was delicious, but crowded. The bathroom was a bit small, but it was clean and everything worked well. Loved having coffees and work space available all day and all night.

Cons:

Breakfast was crowded.

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple gb
6
It could have been a wonderful 70th birthday celebration for my husband but the check-in did not start it well.
Pros:

Loved the location. Easy parking and with the tram service literally outside it was so easy to get into Edinburgh centre.

Cons:

We arrived to check in a 3:30 and had to wait for 2 hours to get our room. The reception staff were obviously overwhelmed and embarrassed by the delay and we did get a drinks voucher but when your room costs over £200 a night this is not good!! Also the reception/bar area was being renovated so there were workmen, plastic sheeting climbs of plaster on the floor and a crowded lobby as it wasn't just us waiting 2 hours! The queues for breakfast were also long.

2026-05-27 via Nuitee