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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

Edinburgh · United Kingdom

Cowgate, 300View location

8.6/10Excellent1,000 Reviews
Cleanliness9.0/109.0
Service9.2/109.2
Comfort8.4/108.4
Condition8.6/108.6
Neighborhood9.2/109.2
Amenities8.4/108.4
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About Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

Located in the heart of the historic city of Edinburgh, Holiday Inn Express® Edinburgh – Royal Mile is where comfort and Scottish charm come together. Catch trains to Glasgow and London from the nearby Edinburgh Waverley station or take off from Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 30 minutes away.

Situated steps away from iconic landmarks and cultural treasures, such as the magnificent Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile, our hotel allows you to get lost in the city's buzzing atmosphere.

For those looking to explore the natural wonders of Edinburgh, we’re an eight-minute walk from Holyrood Park, offering breathtaking views of Arthur's Seat.

Culture enthusiasts will be delighted to find the National Museum of Scotland and the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh within easy reach, providing a glimpse into Scotland's fascinating past and its diverse botanical wonders.

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No visit to Edinburgh is complete without a trip to Calton Hill, just 12 minutes away and soak in panoramic views of the city and the striking Scottish National Monument.

Additionally, history buffs can explore the impressive Royal Yacht Britannia and discover the grandeur of the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland. Unwind in our modern hotel. Rooms feature handy amenities like free Wi-Fi and ironing facilities.

Start your day off right with our free buffet breakfast, offering tasty hot and cold items.

With a stay at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, steps from Royal Mile and within a 10-minute walk of University of Edinburgh. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Grassmarket and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Scottish Parliament.

Stay in one of 78 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available Parking height restrictions apply LGBTQIA+ friendly Professional property host/manager FuturePlus Pets allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Chain Specific Standards
Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
    • Parking height restrictions apply.
    • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
    • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
    • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
    • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Nearby parking fee: GBP 18 per day (656 ft away)
    • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees
    • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
    • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Royal Mile 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Festival Theatre 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Surgeon's Hall 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Parliament House 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
City Chambers 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Real Mary King's Close 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
University of Edinburgh 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
St. Giles' Cathedral 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
City Art Centre 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
National Museum of Scotland 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Holyrood Park 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Potterrow Student Centre 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Edinburgh Dungeon 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Grassmarket 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Greyfriar's Bobby 0.6 km / 0.4 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Year of construction: 2008
  • Year of most recent renovation: 2008
  • Total number of rooms: 78
  • Number of floors (main building): 6
  • Double rooms: 75
  • Accessible rooms: 3
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  • City centre
  • Bus/Train station
  • Nearest Bus / Metro Stop
  • Airport
  • Beach
  • Golf course
  • Ski slopes
  • Small pets allowed (under 5 kg)Extra charge
  • Large pets allowed (over 5 kg)Extra charge
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • 24-hour securityExtra charge
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Smoke detector
  • Lift access
  • Luggage roomExtra charge
  • Towels and bed linenExtra charge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking area
  • Smoking areaExtra charge
  • Highchairs
  • Air conditioning in Restaurant
  • PrinterExtra charge
  • TV lounge
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Non-smoking establishmentExtra charge
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Credit card is compulsory as a deposit, no deposit in cash is accepted
  • Cash Free
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

AI

All Inclusive

Meals and selected drinks/services may be included.

HB

Half Board

Usually includes breakfast and one additional meal.

RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

FB

Full Board

Usually includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Upon availability

Room types

These are the hotel's room types, rather than live offers. Choose your travel dates to see available rooms, prices and booking conditions. Check availability

  • DOUBLE SINGLE USE STANDARDDOUBLE SINGLE USE • STANDARDDUS.ST

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    DOUBLE SINGLE USE STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 1
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    DOUBLE SINGLE USE
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    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DUS.ST

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST-1

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    Room STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
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    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.ST-1

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  • Room TWO BEDSRoom • TWO BEDSROO.2B

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    Room TWO BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.2B

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  • Double or Twin TWO BEDSDouble or Twin • TWO BEDSDBT.2B

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    Double or Twin TWO BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
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    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.2B

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 19 m²TWN.ST-2
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    TWIN STANDARD

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    6 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    19 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST-2

    Room amenities

    • Electric Kettle: 1
    • Bathroom: 1
    • Shower: 1
    • Hairdryer
    • Satellite TV
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Alarm clock
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Central heating
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Carpeted floors
    • Ironing set
    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room RUN OF HOUSERoom • RUN OF HOUSEROO.RO

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    Room RUN OF HOUSE

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    RUN OF HOUSE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.RO

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  • DOUBLE SINGLE USE WITH DOUBLE BEDDOUBLE SINGLE USE • WITH DOUBLE BEDDUS.DB

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    DOUBLE SINGLE USE WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 1
    Room type
    DOUBLE SINGLE USE
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    WITH DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DUS.DB

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  • Room ONE BEDRoom • ONE BEDROO.1B

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    Room ONE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    ONE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.1B

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  • TWIN AccessibleTWIN • AccessibleTWN.H6-1

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    TWIN Accessible

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    Accessible

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.H6-1

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Double or Twin CAPACITY 2Double or Twin • CAPACITY 2DBT.C2

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    Double or Twin CAPACITY 2

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    CAPACITY 2

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.C2

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    TWIN STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARDDBT.ST

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    Double or Twin STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.ST

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  • Double or Twin AccessibleDouble or Twin • AccessibleDBT.H6

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    Double or Twin Accessible

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    Accessible

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.H6

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • SINGLE AccessibleSINGLE • AccessibleSGL.H6

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    SINGLE Accessible

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    Accessible

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.H6

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • SINGLE TWO BEDSSINGLE • TWO BEDSSGL.2B

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    SINGLE TWO BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.2B

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • SINGLE WITH DOUBLE BEDSINGLE • WITH DOUBLE BEDSGL.DB

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    SINGLE WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    WITH DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.DB

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG

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  • Double or Twin KING SIZE BEDDouble or Twin • KING SIZE BEDDBT.KG

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    Double or Twin KING SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.KG

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE WITH DOUBLE BEDDOUBLE • WITH DOUBLE BED • 1 Bedroom • 19 m²DBL.DB
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    DOUBLE WITH DOUBLE BED

    Room photos

    6 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    19 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    WITH DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DB

    Room amenities

    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Bathroom: 1
    • Carpeted floors
    • Shower: 1
    • Hairdryer
    • Direct dial telephone
    • TV
    • Radio
    • Wake-up service
    • Alarm clock
    • Toiletries
    • Desk
    • Satellite TV
    • Electric Kettle: 1
    • Wi-fi
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Ironing set
    • Central heating
    • Individually adjustable heating

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 19 m²ROO.ST
    Room STANDARDPhoto unavailable7 photos

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    Room STANDARD

    Room photos

    7 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    19 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.ST

    Room amenities

    • Electric Kettle: 1
    • Satellite TV
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Alarm clock
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Hairdryer
    • Direct dial telephone
    • TV
    • Radio
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Ironing set
    • Carpeted floors
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Central heating
    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Bathroom: 1
    • Shower: 1

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE AccessibleDOUBLE • Accessible • 1 Bedroom • 19 m²DBL.H6-1
    DOUBLE AccessiblePhoto unavailable6 photos

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    DOUBLE Accessible

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    6 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    19 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 2
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    Accessible

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.H6-1

    Room amenities

    • Carpeted floors
    • Electric Kettle: 1
    • Satellite TV
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Alarm clock
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Central heating
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Ironing set
    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower: 1
    • Bathroom: 1

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room WITH DOUBLE BEDRoom • WITH DOUBLE BEDROO.DB

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    Room WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
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    WITH DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.DB

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TWIN WITH DOUBLE BEDTWIN • WITH DOUBLE BEDTWN.DB

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    TWIN WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    WITH DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.DB

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Double or Twin WITH DOUBLE BEDDouble or Twin • WITH DOUBLE BEDDBT.DB

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    Double or Twin WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    WITH DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.DB

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE AccessibleDOUBLE • AccessibleDBL.H6

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    DOUBLE Accessible

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    Accessible

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.H6

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TWIN AccessibleTWIN • Accessible • 1 Bedroom • 12 m²TWN.H6
    TWIN AccessiblePhoto unavailable2 photos

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    TWIN Accessible

    Room photos

    2 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    12 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 3
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    Accessible

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.H6

    Room amenities

    • Hairdryer
    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARDSGL.ST

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 19 m²DBL.ST-2
    DOUBLE STANDARDPhoto unavailable4 photos

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    4 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    19 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 2
    Bed setup
    Sofa bed, Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST-2

    Room amenities

    • Central heating
    • Wi-fi
    • Wake-up service
    • Alarm clock
    • Toiletries
    • Desk
    • Satellite TV
    • Electric Kettle: 1
    • Bathroom: 1
    • Shower: 1
    • Hairdryer
    • Direct dial telephone
    • TV
    • Ironing set
    • Carpeted floors
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    Accessible

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.H6

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

8.6
Excellent
1,000 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.0 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
8.4 /10
Condition
8.6 /10
Neighborhood
9.2 /10
Amenities
8.4 /10
100 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
19 Jul 2026
Cristhian
Everything was great! It was really nice to have breakfast available in the morning (wish there was more variation but still great to have!) but also other foods available 24hrs (there is always staff there which was great). You also have the choice to have a greener stay which was great in my opinion. We had a room with one queen bed and one sofa bed, and the sofa bed was very very uncomfortable. But, otherwise I don’t regret choosing this place. It’s near the center of all main attractions in Edinburgh!
Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
12 Jul 2026
Michael
Great location, great breakfast. Staff was friendly, but not very attentive.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
10 Jul 2026
Clarisse
Location was great...5 to 10 minutes walk from Royal Mile, Grassmarket, and Edinburgh Castle. There is plenty of food options with asian noodles, Scottish food, plus Italian food. We travelled via train and its proximity to Edinburgh's Waverly station was awesome. The air conditioning was easy to manage...which was a relief especially since we were in the middle of a heat wave. The lobby staff were very helpful especially with the public transportation to Swanston Farm where we saw the Highlands cows (shout out to Noemi and David). Breakfast was good but wish they could change it up and have different offerings day to day. Our actual room was clean and quiet but just a bit smaller than we were used to especially for the price of $300+ per night. There was no water filling station but we found out Edinburgh water is sooo pure and nice tasting so we drank out of the tap. Also, the sofa bed was super super comfy...we could not feel the springs as all!! And as a family of 3, we have slept on a lot of sofabeds. Overall, I would stay here again!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2026
Norma
Pretty great place to stay and close to everything! Easy to walk pretty much anywhere you want to go.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
06 Jul 2026
norman stan
All staff were courteous and capable. Front desk folks went out of their way to assist. Noemi was great!
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
02 Jul 2026
Jiliane
Shower door was not great to open and close easily. Mini fridge would be nice to keep snacks and cold water. Beds were not the comfiest but fine. Location was perfect great to access many sights.
Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
01 Jul 2026
Zachary
Got put into an acessible room which was plenty big but was annoying due to flooded floor in bathroom due to no tub. The room lacked outlets near the bed and only had USB on one side. AC worked well. Breakfast was acceptable, good enough, but not great. Location was very good with short walks to all Royal Mile attractions.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2026
Glen
Great breakfast. Clean room
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jun 2026
Ethan
Great location, reasonable price, lovely staff and great breakfast. I would stay here again.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Jun 2026
Tina
Rooms were clean, staff were super helpful, but the rooms are VERY small. We had 3 people, with our son, in our room which means we needed the sofa bed. There was barely walking around room. For the cost I was surprised how small it was, but would stay there again. The staff had no problem holding our luggage for us after we checked out so we could get a chance to visit the castle. ( tickets were all sold out for the day, so we had to wait into the next afternoon)
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2026
marian
We loved the location of the property. It was close to everything.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
03 Jun 2026
Emily
Great location in the heart of Edinburgh, walking distance to many sights. Hotel room was clean and well kept!
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
28 May 2026
Loraine
The location was excellent, since it was one block from the beginning of the royal Mile.
Breakfast offered many good choices from sausage and eggs to fruit and cereal. The beds were great, with just the right bed covers for the season. The staff was most helpful, showing us where all the restaurants and other sites that we were interested in, were on the map. We couldn’t have asked for anything more.
10/10
Exceptional
28 May 2026
Jennifer
Great staff!!! Wonderful location.
Family_with_children
4/10
Poor
26 May 2026
SUSAN
Very dark room. Extremely dusty. The kettle still had some water from the previous guest. No daily cleaning even when requested. They only change the towels. Okay breakfast. Location is good.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 May 2026
Melanie
Great location. Friendly staff. Our bed had hairs in it. Breakfast buffet eggs were served cold. When I told the staff, nothing was done.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2026
Scotty
The property was well laid out and simple. The hotel was very clean and modern. The staff were incredibly pleasant and very helpful!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 May 2026
Richard
I was not perticularly enthusiastic about the unsecured wifi
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
12 May 2026
Cathy
Location was good - no parking and room was dark and dreary
Partner
4/10
Poor
08 May 2026
Harrie
Really dissapointed with the staff. I had a large group with me and I organised the rooms. I specifically selected the option for individuals to pay at the property on arrival. Not all on my card.
The staff member preceeded to take all the money from my card. No apology, nothing.
8/10
Excellent
04 May 2026
David
The room layout was perfect for a single traveler, a bit small for two.
The check-in staff were very friendly, helpful, and accomodating. Our room was being set up when we arrived, and the desk clerk allowed us to store our bag in a storage area so we could explore the surrounding area .
The breakfast area was set up well, with sufficient seating for anyone eating breakfast. The food was set up buffet- style with a tasty variety of breakfast food options.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
03 May 2026
Pablo
Más o menos
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 May 2026
Brian
Location to the Royal Mile
Friends
8/10
Excellent
28 Apr 2026
Corinne
Great breakfast. Good location. Front desk had to turn on heat when asked.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
27 Apr 2026
Suresh
Clean room
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2026
Carolyn
Room was nice and clean.
Front desk service was OUTSTANDING! Were always helpful and getting us maps with wonderful directions.
Coming back again next week
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Apr 2026
Erin Nicole
Staff was super friendly, rooms were clean and energy efficient, and there were many great options for the breakfast bar even for people needing gluten-free options.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2026
Denise
Good location and nice clean hotel. Friendly staff. I would recommend staying here.
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
04 Apr 2026
Sharon
Room was clean and bathroom is fine. Breakfast was busy with adequate selection of hot and cold food.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Mar 2026
Kory
It was great. Excellent breakfast included. Will stay here again. Great area
Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2026
Koba
Clean room, but small. The small bad was very small,
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
16 Mar 2026
Julie
Rooms were hot but we sorted that out.
No sofa in our room so no where to sit.
Unfortunately no parking but just a 2 minute walk.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
13 Mar 2026
Michael
Outstanding Honesty and Service – Holiday Inn Edinburgh

I want to express my sincere gratitude to the staff at the Holiday Inn in Edinburgh, Scotland. We had accidentally left a diamond ring and a gold necklace behind during our stay and didn’t even realize they were missing for two days. When we contacted the hotel, the staff had already located the items and were incredibly helpful in making sure they were safely returned to us.

The staff is truly exceptional. Their honesty, professionalism, and willingness to help meant a great deal to us. Losing something so personal could have been a terrible experience, but the team handled it with integrity and kindness.

Our experience also reflects something we noticed throughout Scotland—the people are genuinely warm, honest, and welcoming. Everyone we encountered made our visit memorable, and this experience with the hotel staff was a perfect example of the character and kindness of the Scottish people.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Mar 2026
Laurence
Great staff, good room., nuce breakfast
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
05 Mar 2026
Margaret
Exquisito
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2026
Stacey
Would highly recommend staying here. Great location, wonderful, friendly staff and the rooms were comfortable and quiet.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
19 Feb 2026
Sanket
Good location
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
16 Feb 2026
Deborah
Our room lighting was very poor and the temperature was difficult to regulate. The coffee machine was broken in the breakfast room-no coffee for two days. The breakfast was good but boring. We were there for a week and every day was exactly the same items. The orange juice was very watery. Also, the soap placement was too far from the sink and also watery.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Feb 2026
Karen
Great value, lovely breakfast, staff were helpful
Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Feb 2026
Thiago
Friendly staff and great location.
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jan 2026
Luke
Great hotel in a convenient location right next to the Royal Mile. Friendly staff. Would absolutely stay here again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jan 2026
Abdulaziz
amazing
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jan 2026
Katy
Breakfast was very good and fresh
Self
8/10
Excellent
20 Jan 2026
Kelly
Staff were wonderful with a last minute reservation change and helped with some items that required refrigeration. Nice breakfast buffet!
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2026
Nathalia
Very good located hotel. Staff were incredibly kind, specially David. Very friendly and helpful. The rooms are equipped with both USB and USB-C on the walls to recharger all devices that you need.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jan 2026
SARA
Staff were all super friendly and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was good although was overdone sometimes but definitely didn't ruin our stay. Great location too.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jan 2026
Richard
Great service. The room was clean and as advertised
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jan 2026
Richard
Room is clean and spacious but a little dark, will be much better to add lights.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2025
Janelle
Everything was absolutely perfect but the standout was the lovely reception staff.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
28 Dec 2025
Rob
Staff very friendly and helpful from the moment we spoke on the phone pre arrival to the moment we left.
Rooms are very clean, more than adequate for a short stay. Great selection of hot and cold food regularly refreshed.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Dec 2025
Yogesh
Could be better if there are more options on breakfast.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Dec 2025
Paula
Staff were polite and helpful. Room was clean. Breakfast had good choices, and hotel had good location
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2025
Bruce
Clean. Close to city center. Friendly. Good breakfast.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Nov 2025
Tom
Clean hotel, convenient to Royal Mile.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Nov 2025
Richard
Staff were very nice.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2025
Ray
A couple of minor housekeeping issues ( no extra rolls to TP and did not replace coffee cups).
Staff at desk were very friendly and accommodating.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2025
Sergio
The hotel was very clean and modern. The staff kept it spotless, and all reasonable requests were accommodated.
The complimentary breakfast was excellent, with a good blend of cold and warm offerings.
And the location is perfect, in old town and a short walk to the Royal Mile.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
16 Nov 2025
Kamila
Staff in this hotel are excellent, they are very helpful and go the extra mile. The room we stayed in was okay but the bathroom really needs refurbished. The breakfast was nice, but not exceptional. You get what you pay for I suppose.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Nov 2025
Yvonne
It was lovely for a person to check us in and not an automatic machine.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Nov 2025
JOHN B
The room was clean and comfortable. While the location was really close to shopping and the miracle mile in Edinburgh it was a little sketchy.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Nov 2025
Rizza
Very good
10/10
Exceptional
29 Oct 2025
Garry
Very nice hotel
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2025
Madeleine
We had an overall excellent stay due to staff’s outstanding service and how central the location is from Waverley train station to center of town it’s was all within walking distance (use Google Maps) and we are in our 50s! Be aware that the beds are very very firm so if you’re a side sleeper as 80% of the world is, you will need to up your stretching game the next day. Also, towels are a bit on the darker side of white, in dire need of replacement. Still, great value for the price.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Oct 2025
Grant
Great location, easy walking distance to the Royal Mile, Castle and Holyrood. Friendly accommodating staff.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Oct 2025
Maxine
Breakfast was very nice, lots of choice. Fresh food. Room was clean and no complaints about it. Was comfortable.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
09 Oct 2025
Olivia
Excellent breakfast, excellent location with very clean facilities and courteous staff!
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
06 Oct 2025
Deborah
It was okay, problem on tv remote twice. Report about remote twice. Stand lamp is not working, staff bring another one stand lamp. Wall light is not working off and on. First day, we won't be happy miss out clean our 210 room. Breakfast meal is not warm enough on the trays. I used microwave, warm up. It was disappointed. We won't go back again. Beautiful old town in Edinburgh.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
30 Sep 2025
Manda Marie
Leaking water in bathroom. Outlets loose. Water did not drain in shower. No refrigerator in room. Small room.

Breakfast was decent. Good location to the Royal mile which has all the shops and restaurants.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Sep 2025
Kanesan
Great service
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Sep 2025
KANESAN
Good
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Sep 2025
Gord
The desk staff were very helpful.
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2025
Sucharita
Great customer service and great location! Definitely recommend
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
11 Sep 2025
Fredricka
Convenient for visiting Edinburgh.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 Sep 2025
Mary
Great location near High Street and the University.
Leisure Self
2/10
Poor
01 Sep 2025
Sabeen
The AC in my room was not working and upon complaining the night staff (Martin) told me to open windows which seemed unreasonable and I didn’t agree to it. He then told me to talk to Expedia because I booked through them. The hotel told Expedia that I need to check out at 12 in the night if I’m uncomfortable which made this hotel very unreliable for me. Hotel never issued any refund for the uncomfortable stay but Expedia did compensate me with some amount for the discomfort.

Breakfast here was hot and fresh but they don’t keep enough quantity and don’t refill. They also wrap up atleast 30mins before the closure time. So we need to get up early to have a good breakfast.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
28 Aug 2025
Anne
Great location close to old town. Safe. Old building, but fine.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Aug 2025
Julie
The property was perfect to visit the places of interest.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
21 Aug 2025
Cathleen
Wonderful front desk service. Breakfast was excellent.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Aug 2025
Helen
All the staff we're very helpful our room was ready on arrival
10/10
Exceptional
19 Aug 2025
Dana
The room was spacious and very clean!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Aug 2025
Bobbi
The staff were amazing, very friendly and accommodating and courteous
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Aug 2025
Meghan
Lovely staff, great breakfast and fantastic location!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Aug 2025
Keith
The hotel was close to the Waverly train station and the Royal Mile. It was far enough away from the busy tourist area that it was quiet at night. The hotel was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was good too. Got the day started well. Because of bad weather, our train to return to London was canceled and thw staff was helpful with extending our staff at the last minute.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
04 Aug 2025
Meeta
The property is centrally located and was easy to walk to from the station and was close to the Royal Mile. The room and bathroom was clean.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Aug 2025
David Anthony
Located one street over from the Royal Mile. Convenient and clean. Breakfast was a nice start to each day.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
03 Aug 2025
Laura
Staff top to bottom were friendly & helpful. Bed was comfortable. WiFi was easy.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
01 Aug 2025
Claire
Bed was not comfortable, pretty sure there was mould in apple juice from dispensers
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
31 Jul 2025
Charles Eric
Hard beds, no A/C, no ice, no phone in the room, arrogant lying desk agent(woman), Birsen was the only one who tried to help
Leisure
6/10
Pleasant
25 Jul 2025
Catherine
Hotel was in a good location on the Royal Mile. Very walkable to restaurants and bars. Hotel was ok for a budget hotel. Nothing fancy.
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
21 Jul 2025
Jaldeep
very small room. first floor rooms are below well travelled alley. People walking by all hours. Rooms are hot and can't open the windows because of busy alley.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
20 Jul 2025
Amanda
Nice place to stay close to everything.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
15 Jul 2025
Raul
Nice and clean friendly staff great location
Poor air conditioning
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2025
Alison
Very convenient to the Royal Mile, not fancy but very comfortable and the staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2025
Elizabeth
The hotel is very close to the Royal Mile so walking to, and from was easy. Staff was very friendly and helpful!
6/10
Pleasant
01 Jul 2025
Verified traveler

Great location reasonable price

The location was great, nice and close to the royal mile, walking distance to the train station, and surrounded by many restaurants and shops. The staff were all friendly and willing to help. The room was nice and big as is the bathroom however the shower was very small once u put the shower curtain around ( wheelchair accessible). The only negative we had was the experience of the elevators. They are incredibly slow. Many times it would skip our floor altogether or it would pick you up only to go up and not down. After waiting 15 mins and still no elevator we lugged the stroller down the stairs. The breakfast was good and free which was amazing. They also gave us a to go breakfast the morning we checked out as we had an early morning flight. The beds were a bit hard. By the second night my hips ached but the location and spacious room made up for the beds. Had we stayed longer than the 2 nights it might have been more of an issue.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
26 Jun 2025
Carlos
good , but overprice
6/10
Pleasant
26 Jun 2025
OCAL
Great location great staff poor breakfast awful extra bed
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2025
Stephanie
Easy to get around from the hotel, continental breakfast was great, and staff were helpful.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jun 2025
Robert
Great service and an excellent breakfast. The hotel is so lean and tidy it looks like it was recently renovated.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2025
SATYAJEET
Comfortable and accessible.
Business_and_leisure Family

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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile
Cowgate, 300, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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