Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile By Ihg

$$$$||View on mapEdinburgh, United Kingdom300 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1NA|
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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile By Ihg
300 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1NA·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.0Great
Highest Rated
Location9.2
Staff9.0
Free WiFi8.8
Comfort8.3
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.9
Value for money7.6
Who stays here
Families45%
Couples37%
Groups9%
Solo9%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.0Great
Highest Rated
Location9.2
Staff9.0
Free WiFi8.8
Comfort8.3
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.9
Value for money7.6
Who stays here
Families45%
Couples37%
Groups9%
Solo9%

3-star city center hotel with complimentary Scottish breakfast and IHG Quality Excellence Award

Location

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile By IHG is located in Edinburgh's Old Town, 1 km from Holyrood Palace and 1 km from Edinburgh Castle. The hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station. Guests have discounted off-site parking at NCP Holyrood Road.

Rooms

The hotel offers extensive family rooms with sofa beds for children under 18 staying free when using existing bedding. Rooms include air conditioning and power showers. All rooms have a private bathroom with hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities.

Breakfast & Dining

The complimentary Express Start Breakfast includes hot items and continental options with local Scottish choices such as haggis and black pudding on some days. A 24-hour snack menu offers pizzas and toasties. The on-site bar serves wine and champagne.

Family & Pets

The hotel is pet-friendly, welcoming dogs and other furry companions. Children under 18 stay free when sharing existing bedding, and family rooms are available. The hotel has a shared lounge/TV area for relaxation.

Accessibility & Awards

The hotel has accessible facilities including wheelchair access, visual aids Braille, raised toilets, and an emergency cord in the bathroom. It has received the IHG Quality Excellence Award. The hotel participates in the IHG Green Engage sustainability program.

  • Location: Old Town Edinburgh, 10 min walk from Waverley Station and Edinburgh Castle
  • Family Rooms: Sofa beds for children under 18 stay free
  • Breakfast: Complimentary Express Start Breakfast with hot Scottish options
  • Pets: Pet-friendly policy for dogs and other animals
  • Award: IHG Quality Excellence Award for service standards
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP 0.1 per person. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Polish, Bulgarian, Thai
Building
Year renovated:2008
Number of floors:6
Number of rooms:78
Former name
holiday inn express edinburgh - royal mile, an ihg hotel
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Rooms and availability

Double Room Mobility accessible
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed1 Double bed
Standard Single Room
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking
Standard Double Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed2 Single beds1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Welcome drink

TV

Flat-screen TV

Lift
Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile By Ihg

💵 Lowest room price 114 £
📏 Distance to centre 300 m
✈️ Distance to airport 13.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport Edinburgh, EDI

Location

300 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1NA
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300 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1NA
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300 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1NA
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
2 Warriston's Close
The Real Mary King's Close
500 m
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
340 m
Museum
Museum of Childhood
180 m
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
510 m
Theatre
Festival Theatre
540 m
Nicolson Street
Surgeons' Hall Museum
450 m
Gallery
City Art Centre
500 m
Museum
John Knox House
230 m
43-45 High Street
Scottish Storytelling Centre
270 m
2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)
Brass Rubbing Centre
370 m
Restaurant
Em's Kitchen
140 m
Restaurant
Bar 50
180 m
Restaurant
Pilgrim Bar
150 m
Restaurant
The City Cafe
300 m
Restaurant
Holyrood Coffee Shop
120 m
Restaurant
Baskin Robbins
150 m
Restaurant
Noodle'N'Ice
410 m
Restaurant
Greggs
200 m
Restaurant
Procaffeination
220 m

Reviews of Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile By Ihg

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FAQ about Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile By Ihg

What are the top attractions to visit while staying at the comfortable Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, An Ihg Hotel?
Attractions that are worth your attention include Museum of Edinburgh, situated just 7 minutes' stroll away as well as Arthur's Seat hike, located 10 minutes' drive from the comfortable Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, An Ihg Hotel.
What interesting sites can I visit not far from Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, An Ihg Hotel hotel?
Guests of Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, An Ihg Hotel hotel can visit Museum of Childhood (at a moderate distance from the accommodation), or the combined National Museum of Scotland placed 7 minutes' walk away.
Is there a parking at the inn?
Yes, the inn features public parking nearby.
What are our dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-8/10 according to reviews-restaurant Bene's offering British cuisine.
What time is check-in and check-out at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, An Ihg Hotel?
Guests of Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, An Ihg Hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00 to 11:00. Late check-out is also available upon request.
How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, An Ihg Hotel hotel?
The price for a room in Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, An Ihg Hotel hotel starts at $83.
What payment methods are available in Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, An Ihg Hotel?
At Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, An Ihg Hotel, you can pay using Visa, American Express, and Mastercard.
What room types are available at the inn?
Standard Twin Room, Standard Room, and Double Room are among the room types available at the inn.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, An Ihg Hotel?
Every suite at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, An Ihg Hotel includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and private bathrooms along with a hairdryer and bath sheets.
Is Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, An Ihg Hotel accessible to people with disabilities?
Yes, rooms with accessible facilities, accessible bathrooms, and wheelchair access are provided at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, An Ihg Hotel for guests with special needs.
What spa facilities does Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, An Ihg Hotel offer?
Pampering amenities in Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, An Ihg Hotel include a steam room and sauna facilities.
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