Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
8.1 (7906 reviews)
Picardy Place , Edinburgh , gb

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Express check-out
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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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

Discover the charm of Edinburgh at the Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, where modern convenience meets historic elegance.

Prime Location
Nestled in the heart of New Town, you’re only a 5-minute stroll from the iconic Princes Street and Edinburgh Rail Station, placing the city's main attractions right at your doorstep.

Modern Comforts
Relax in our contemporary rooms, equipped with satellite TV, complimentary tea and coffee, and invigorating power showers, ensuring a refreshing stay after exploring the stunning local sights.

Delicious Dining
Start your day with a delightful complimentary buffet breakfast, featuring an array of hot and cold options. Unwind in our lounge bar, showcasing a fine selection of whiskies, and discover an array of dining options just steps away.

Experience Edinburgh like never before — book your stay today 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.

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

Property Policies

  • 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.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

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

8.1
Based on 7906 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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Antonio Alessandro • couple • it
8
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Celestino • couple • it
6
Non ritornerei in questo hotel
Pros:

La posizione eccezionale

Cons:

1. La colazione di pessima qualità
2. L’assenza di frigo bar in camera
3. Il phon vecchio e funzionava a intermittenza

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Sundbø • couple • no
8
Pros:

Beliggenheten bra. Frokosten var sparsom.

Cons:

Frokosten

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Nadine • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Stayed there often in the past. Always nice staff plus the hotel's location is perfect.

Cons:

Just one Thing, bathroomdoor door didn't close properly.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • extended_group • us
8
Good value
Pros:

The location was good and easy to walk to everything that we wanted to see. The staff was friendly and very helpful with restaurant suggestions.

Cons:

Wish we would have known how far we would have to drag our suitcases from the bus station. We took a taxi back to the airport.

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Murat • family_with_children • tr
3
Konum ve çalışanlar iyi, diğer hizmetler kötü
Pros:

Konum

Cons:

Odalar çok küçük, kahvaltı yetersiz

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Camilla • extended_group • se
10
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • us
10
Pros:

Location

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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John • extended_group • gb
8
A wonderful experience
Pros:

Great

Cons:

Going home

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Crina • extended_group • gb
4
Pros:

Singurul aspect pozitiv a fost amplasarea aproape de punctele importante din oraș.

Cons:

Camera…
Mucegai, o camera cu un aspect neîngrijit, murdară.
Dușul și baia per total, neigienică.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Harun • family_with_children • tr
8
Aileler için sakin ve huzurluydu bide konumu çok merkezi biyerde
Pros:

Konumu çok iyi, kahvaltı yeterliydi

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Massimiliano • extended_group • dk
8
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Gökçe • couple • tr
10
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
G
Gemma • couple • gb
4
Not worth £395 for one night
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Price - very expensive

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Jens • couple • dk
8
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Sian • extended_group • gb
10
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
Özlem • family_with_children • tr
8
Pros:

Konumu çok iyi
Çalışanlar yardımsever

Cons:

Halılar çok pis
Yataklar konforsuz

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • us
9
Cons:

Was assigned a handicap room which made the bathroom uncomfortable.

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Ellie • family_with_children • gb
8
Great location for theatre and tram access
Pros:

Friendly reception staff.

Cons:

Breakfast was a bit chaotic, could have done with a staff member directing people to seats etc.
Price. It was expensive.

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Bishnulatpam • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee