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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront

Edinburgh · United Kingdom

Britannia Way, Ocean DriveView location

8.6/10Excellent1,001 Reviews
Cleanliness8.8/108.8
Service9.2/109.2
Comfort8.6/108.6
Condition8.4/108.4
Amenities8.2/108.2
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About Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh – Leith Waterfront is located on the outskirts of the city, in the cool harbour neighbourhood of Leith, also known as The Shore. Edinburgh Waverley train station is within easy reach and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 25 minutes away.

Catch trams into the city centre from opposite the hotel. On-site parking is 11 GBP per night and spaces are limited. Stroll along to the Royal Yacht Britannia and explore the former yacht of Queen Elizabeth II.

Delve into Scotland’s rich history at the magnificent Edinburgh Castle, then wander through the cobbled streets of the Old Town to visit the Scott Monument and the National Museum of Scotland.

Watch live debates and MSPs questions at the Scottish Parliament Building or tour the Palace of Holyroodhouse, The King’s official residence in Edinburgh. Ocean Terminal shopping centre is a short walk away, while Princes Street and St James Quarter offer the best from high-street to luxury fashion and beauty.

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Multrees Walk is home to the iconic Harvey Nichols. For entertainment, catch a comedy or theatre show at the Edinburgh Playhouse, two miles away. Relax after a busy day in your room with a flat-screen TV and en-suite with shower.

Enjoy a free buffet breakfast each morning before heading out for the day. Order light bites and coffees throughout the day and grab a pizza in the evening from our menu. Relax with drinks from the bar in our Great Room and catch up with free Wi-Fi.

With a stay at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG in Edinburgh (Leith), you'll be a 2-minute drive from Royal Yacht Britannia and 6 minutes from Royal Botanic Garden.

This hotel is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from St James Quarter and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Royal Mile. Make yourself at home in one of the 145 air-conditioned rooms featuring LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment.

Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries 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. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

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 LGBTQIA+ friendly Professional property host/manager FuturePlus Pets allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions Pets cannot be left unattended

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
    • 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.
    • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • 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
    • 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, and a smoke detector
    • 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
    • Self parking fee: GBP 11 per night
    • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Leith Docks 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Royal Yacht Britannia 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Leith Links 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Easter Road Stadium 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Royal Botanic Garden 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Calton Hill 3 km / 1.9 mi
Omni Centre Edinburgh 3 km / 1.9 mi
St James Quarter 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Princes Street 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Multrees Walk 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Waterloo Place 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Holyrood Park 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
St. Andrew Square 3.6 km / 2.2 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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

  • Year of most recent renovation: 2003
  • Total number of rooms: 169
  • Number of floors (main building): 5
  • Twin rooms: 42
  • Double rooms
  • Suites
  • Family rooms: 60
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  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • Maestro
  • Visa Electrón
  • City centre
  • Bus/Train station
  • Small pets allowed (under 5 kg)
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Late Check-outExtra charge
  • Wi-fi
  • Secure parking
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Hotel safe
  • Lift access
  • Electric kettle
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking area
  • Highchairs
  • Printer
  • Fax
  • TV lounge
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Vegetarian meal
  • LGTBIQ friendly
  • Non-smoking establishmentExtra charge
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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.

FB

Full Board

Usually includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

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

  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 26 m²TWN.ST-2
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    TWIN STANDARD

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    Room overview

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

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

    Room code: TWN.ST-2

    Room amenities

    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Smoke detector
    • Cable TV
    • Satellite TV
    • Desk
    • Wi-fi
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Central heating
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Carpeted floors
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Radio
    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower: 1
    • Bathroom

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  • Room AccessibleRoom • AccessibleROO.H6

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    Room Accessible

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

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

    Room code: ROO.H6

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  • Room ECONOMYRoom • ECONOMYROO.EY

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront

    Room ECONOMY

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    Room overview

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

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

    Room code: ROO.EY

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  • DOUBLE SINGLE USE STANDARDDOUBLE SINGLE USE • STANDARDDUS.ST

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront

    DOUBLE SINGLE USE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    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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  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARDDBT.ST

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront

    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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  • TWIN SUPERIORTWIN • SUPERIORTWN.SU

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    TWIN SUPERIOR

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
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    SUPERIOR

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

    Room code: TWN.SU

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  • STUDIO ECONOMYSTUDIO • ECONOMYSTU.EY

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    STUDIO ECONOMY

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    STUDIO
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    ECONOMY

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

    Room code: STU.EY

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST-2

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront

    Room STANDARD

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    Room overview

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

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

    Room code: ROO.ST-2

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 26 m²ROO.ST
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    Room STANDARD

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    4 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    26 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width, 2 × Single bed 80-130 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

    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Carpeted floors
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Radio
    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Wi-fi
    • Desk
    • Satellite TV
    • Cable TV
    • Smoke detector
    • Shower: 1
    • Bathroom
    • Central heating
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning

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

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

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront

    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 NON SMOKINGTWIN • NON SMOKINGTWN.NM-1

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront

    TWIN NON SMOKING

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    Room overview

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

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

    Room code: TWN.NM-1

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST

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    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

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  • Room CITY VIEWRoom • CITY VIEWROO.CV

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront

    Room CITY VIEW

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    Room overview

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

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

    Room code: ROO.CV

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  • SINGLE ECONOMYSINGLE • ECONOMYSGL.EY

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront

    SINGLE ECONOMY

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    Room overview

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

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

    Room code: SGL.EY

    Limited room details from hotel

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

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

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront

    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

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST-1

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    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-1

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG-1

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    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-1

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  • DOUBLE NON SMOKINGDOUBLE • NON SMOKINGDBL.NM-3

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    DOUBLE NON SMOKING

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    Room overview

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

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

    Room code: DBL.NM-3

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  • DOUBLE BUNK BEDDOUBLE • BUNK BEDDBL.BK

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    DOUBLE BUNK BED

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    Room overview

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

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

    Room code: DBL.BK

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

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront

    Double or Twin TWO BEDS

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    Room overview

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

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

    Room code: DBT.2B

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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    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

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARDSGL.ST

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    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 • 26 m²DBL.ST-2
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    DOUBLE STANDARD

    Room photos

    4 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    26 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    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

    • Satellite TV
    • Bathroom
    • Shower: 1
    • 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
    • Wi-fi
    • Desk
    • Smoke detector
    • Cable TV

    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 - Leith Waterfront

    Room WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room overview

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

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

    Room code: ROO.DB

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  • VILLA DELUXEVILLA • DELUXEVIL.DX

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    VILLA DELUXE

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 2–20 • Adults: max. 20 • Children: max. 13
    Room type
    VILLA
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    DELUXE

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

    Room code: VIL.DX

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  • DOUBLE AccessibleDOUBLE • AccessibleDBL.H6

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    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

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  • TWIN WITH DOUBLE BEDTWIN • WITH DOUBLE BEDTWN.DB

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront

    TWIN WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room overview

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

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

    Room code: TWN.DB

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  • Double or Twin AccessibleDouble or Twin • AccessibleDBT.H6

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    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront

    Double or Twin Accessible

    Room photos

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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

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

  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BED • 1 Bedroom • 22 m²DBL.KG
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    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

    Room photos

    5 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    22 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

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

    Room code: DBL.KG

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi
    • Bathroom
    • Hairdryer

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

  • SINGLE AccessibleSINGLE • AccessibleSGL.H6

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    SINGLE Accessible

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
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    • Radio
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    Room size
    22 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 3
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
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    DOUBLE
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    Room code: DBL.DB

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront

8.6
Excellent
1,001 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.8 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
8.6 /10
Condition
8.4 /10
Amenities
8.2 /10
100 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
25 Jul 2026
Neil
Helpfull staff.
Decent breakfast buffet included as standard
8/10
Excellent
24 Jul 2026
Phoebe
The staff were exceptionally nice. I really appreciate their helpful service. I will definitely recommend them.
8/10
Excellent
24 Jul 2026
Richard
We liked the location. The staff was fantastic. The only thing worth mentioning was no fridge in the room.
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jul 2026
Taraivini
I absolutely loved staying here and my 11 & 12 Yr olds were excited as well. My daughter literally didn't want to leave. The room was clean, smelled clean and lots of towels. Brilliant staff, very helpful and friendly. Free WiFi is definitely a bonus. And parking is reduced by half compared to parking on roads. We enjoyed having our breakfast at the hotel and I especially had three cups of plain lemon tea, which was Amazing. 100% recommended.
4/10
Poor
16 Jul 2026
marwan
I payed 400£ for 2 night. Definitely not worth it.

I was with my wife and with my two kids. One toddler and one baby. The room was way too small you could barely movein it (and this is with a baby and a toddler so imagine 4 adults)

Two Positive things. First is the staff very helpful and friendly and the breakbast is nice . They have croissant and also eggs, sausage and beans.

The area is very nice and calm although its a little bit far from town (about 25minutes by bus) tram is quicker but wasn't functioning at that time.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jul 2026
Amber
We loved our 6 night stay. It was convenient to be near Ocean Terminal for the bus line and pharmacy/coffee. The elevator and a/c were the reason we chose this hotel, and worked perfectly. The path along the water was beautiful. Breakfast was hot and a great way to start our day.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
12 Jul 2026
David
This hotel could use upgrading and cleaning. Carpets were old and stained, lobby area was musky and smelled like old cigarette smoke. Chairs in the lobby, bar and food area had old stains. Staff was very friendly. Air conditioning wasn’t the greatest. Was just an ok stay.
Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Jul 2026
Alistair
All was good except the iron pored water all over the item being ironed apart from that no complaints.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Jul 2026
Erik
Only stayed one night and it was pretty typically Holiday Inn. The staff were very helpful, the room was clean and the breakfast was good.
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
01 Jul 2026
Kannan
The room was a little tight. The location was good by the water front where Royal Yacht and Leith distillery is located. There is a small mall opposite to the hotel as well. Breakfast was decent, staff’s friendly they let us store the suitcase in a locked suitcase room as we had to checkout in the morning for sightseeing and flight was evening. Other than the fact room was really small and slow WiFi , no real complaints.
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
30 Jun 2026
Leslie
The hotel was located a short walk from the tram and bus routes . The staff were friendly and I was greeted daily . The breakfast was satisfying and offered a variety of favourite breakfast items.
The only thing I found concerning is that the glasses / cup and spoons provided in hotel room were left unchanged and not cleaned .
Travellers will be comfortable and appreciate the nearby amenities.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2026
Antony
Breakfast was spot on
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2026
Cara
This was a great one-night stopover for us before heading to the airport the next day.
The staff were so pleasant and ensured we had a good stay, especially David at the front desk/bar. He went above and beyond, even providing us with a complimentary voucher and checking in with us whenever we walked by.

Our room had what we needed, except a hair dryer or working A/C (of course, it was a heat wave day!). The breakfast bar had the standard options, but the eggs were the dehydrated/powdered kind, and the hashbrowns were somewhat underdone. There was onsite parking (paid, but discounted), which was a bonus.

We would stay here again. Thanks, David and staff!
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
28 Jun 2026
Michael
The hotel was in a good location in Leith, next to a tram stop. I paid over £200 a night and there was no storage for clothes. Housekeeping only happened once so we couldn't even make a cup of tea. Breakfast was average
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
27 Jun 2026
Frederick
Room was clean and the bed very comfortable. Shower was average. Breakfast was pretty poor, with cheap items and sits there keeping warm for a very long time.

The staff were very welcoming and helpful.

It’s a decent hotel but very expensive for a rather basic experience. Fire alarm kept going off and the other guests were often very noisy.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2026
Audrey
You always know what youre going to get at a Holiday Inn - clean rooms, well managed hotel, and everything kept up to date
Family
2/10
Poor
21 Jun 2026
Krishan
Terrible high charges, rude staff, very tiny rooms, no freezer or microwave even kitchen staff not ready to warmup milk for kids example staff Kate and her team. Extra bed wasnt having any blanket, no phone in room. Bathroom sink was full of water and staff came after 30 minutes after multi reminder....I'll say waste of money..paid 400+ per night...
Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
18 Jun 2026
Linda
Clean room, but very small. Good location to take the bus and the tram. Breakfast plentiful but not cooked well.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jun 2026
Lou-Ann
I enjoyed my stay there
Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2026
Graham
An excellent place for our visit to the city, with fantastic transport access from the airport.
A warm welcome from the staff of all departments.
Very clean room and hotel throughout with great facilities.
Wonderful breakfast options to satisfy most.
All in all, a great choice far all.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2026
Penny
Staff were so helpful and friendly, especially Kirsty and Liam. Great work
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2026
John
Staff friendly and helpful providing recommendations with local places to eat and see. Great breakfast before starting the day. Clean quiet rooms. Loved the close proximity to the tram stop that takes you right into Edinburgh. Literally less than 5 minute walk.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2026
Susan
Staff were helpful excellent front of house staff and breakfast staff were great
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
07 Jun 2026
Rachel
Free drinks are a great touch staff Crowley and helpful
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
07 Jun 2026
Morgana
Stayed as a base for Edinburgh...could have been closer to the city but trams provided good connections.
Not a huge choice of hot breakfast items especially eggs, but that said nobody went hungry.
Room was clean but corridor carpet on ground floor had big stain - looked like tipped bleach.
Shower was rubbish but bathroom very clean as were public toilets on the ground floor.
Think parking should be less as £11 for 24 hours could get pricey. Make sure you get a code to park or it's £22!!
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
06 Jun 2026
Andrew
Hotel wa
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2026
Richard
Everything I needed and no extra unnecessary clutter
Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2026
Nick
Friendly staff. Easy check in and out process. Clean room and very comfortable bed. Nice breakfast.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
01 Jun 2026
Linda
The rooms were clean and the air-conditioner was sufficient. The shower door took up most of the bathroom. The toilet seat was loose and there wasn't any cream rinse. There was no room safe. The black carpet in the room didn't look clean and housekeeping took away my used cups but didn't replace the. The breakfast was ok..convenient to hop on and off bus and ocean terminal
Friends
4/10
Poor
31 May 2026
jonathan
Overpriced
Breakfast was good
Rooms nearing big not past best before date
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2026
Colin
Very good no issues at all
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2026
Elizabeth
Easy access to tram and busses
Nice walk to the Shore which had lots of restaurants
Friends
6/10
Pleasant
24 May 2026
jonathan
Well it’s a holiday in express we arrived late ish 830pm no food after 9 and all the eating places close at 9 nearby
We were given a discount parking for 3 days 44 quid but the reception could have pointed us to the multi story opposite which is free !! Room was ok bit tired looking probably past its sell by date but was quiet breakfast was good they won’t clean your room unless you put the clean my room label outside and then left the bin full of rubbish all in all location is great the tram stops outside will take you to the city in minutes and the Britannia royal yacht is 5 mins walk recommended the shops in the adj new shopping mall all close at 9 or 8 pm depending if they have any staff to serve !!! So don’t go there later than 7 or they seem to not want to serve anyone and despite empty seats “ they were expecting a big group to come in “ ( no staff)
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2026
Susan
The room was clean and we loved the staff members as they went beyond expectations in answering questions and keeping our luggage safe before check-in. The breakfast had a good supply of options. We did not use the bar.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
21 May 2026
Heather
Basic, comfortable. Noisy ac
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
20 May 2026
Laura
Breakfast was okay ,being sat down in the morning could be a bit of a wait.
We were there 3 days and the lift was out of action 3 times
We eat in the evening,had a burger which was nice, food was hot and well presented
8/10
Excellent
16 May 2026
Jason
Great
Family
2/10
Poor
13 May 2026
Chad
Check In process was a hassle. Took a half an hour and 3 trips back to desk to figure out I'd been given an occupied room. Quite embarrassing.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2026
Maxwell
Great service, great rooms, great breakfast & great location...what more to say?
8/10
Excellent
10 May 2026
Mark
The breakfast was very good (and the coffee machine in the dining area was available and complimentary around the clock). The room did not have a fridge or a microwave oven.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2026
Peter
Was met with a warm friendly welcome and staff stayed friendly throughout. Breakfast was great, loads of choice. Room was clean and spacious and bed very comfortable. Hotel was well positioned to visit the HMY Brittania and close to tram stop for easy access to the city centre.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 May 2026
John G.
Excellent service from staff at breakfast. Take pride in their job. Food was fresh and delicious
8/10
Excellent
09 May 2026
Phil
Excellent breakfast and very good restaurant food in general.
Partner
4/10
Poor
09 May 2026
Kirils
Dirt all around the hotel. Staff ignored requests to unblock shower drain. Incredibly overpriced for what it is.
Breakfast was good.
Family
8/10
Excellent
07 May 2026
Bong Kyu
Oliwier was very helpful and welcoming
Family
6/10
Pleasant
30 Apr 2026
Laura
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Self
8/10
Excellent
29 Apr 2026
SWAPNIL
Stay and room was fine. Staff was cordial and helpful. A few improvements can be done:
1. Room air conditioning is very noisy throughout night intermittently auto switching off and on for temperature regulation.
2. Breakfast options are too limited. Only white bread, no porridge. Very few vegetarian options
Business
10/10
Exceptional
20 Apr 2026
Lawrence
Perfect for what I needed, would happily stay again.
Self
8/10
Excellent
19 Apr 2026
Michelle
Nice clean room, comfy bed and staff were very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was good, plenty to choose from.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
16 Apr 2026
Sarah
Usual standard holiday inn. Ac was noisy, breakfast was overly busy and a mess but the room was quiet and comfortable. Free parking at shipping centre next door.
4/10
Poor
05 Apr 2026
Helen
The beds in our room were set back in a recess behind the window which meant that a strip of light between the curtains and the wall lay across our eyes from sunrise. So frustrating! Breakfast lovely and really diverse considering it was free but it was completely chaotic and almost impossible to get a sausage no matter how long or how many times you queued. Sign in the lift said the emergency button didn’t work and provided a number to call but couldn’t get any signal if we’d needed to. Room well equipped if a bit shabby. Really noisy from very early morning onwards because the flushing of loos made a really loud creaking sound throughout the whole building.
Friends_and_family Friends
6/10
Pleasant
29 Mar 2026
NIMET
Breakfast was good but room wasn't clean enough. There were no proper heating and it was cold. Heater(clima )had very bad noise and and no heating but nothing changed. Fire alarm gone off at night and we were panicked . fortunately it was fake alarm.
8/10
Excellent
26 Mar 2026
Kiran
Breakfast was very good and property is in a very good location. Happy with the stay.
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2026
Christopher
Excellent welcoming staff who helped me with receiving a delivery before I arrived and sorted a pickup after I left. Thoroughly recommended.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2026
Timothy j
Really nice place, good breakfast and at a good location in Leith handy for the Edinburgh tram. Agnes and the rest of the staff are lovely
Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2026
Myles
Excellent in every way and delightful staff.
Self
8/10
Excellent
19 Mar 2026
Zoe Louise
Clean hotel and friendly staff . Good breakfast choices. Good place to see the sights tram stop right outside
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Mar 2026
William
Decent breakfast even when busy
Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Mar 2026
Daniel
Everything was clean and the staff were friendly and helpful
Self
8/10
Excellent
03 Mar 2026
Margaret
Friendly staff
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Feb 2026
Heather
The Staff
10/10
Exceptional
24 Feb 2026
Maria
Very clean room, spacious and very comfy bed. All members of staff were polite and helpful. Lots to choose from at breakfast.
Self
8/10
Excellent
22 Feb 2026
Robert
The room was clean and tidy but wasn't serviced on the Sunday.
Staff were polite and helpful, but I resented being asked move on from the breakfast area on the Sunday and Monday, because there were families waiting for a table. We were a party of 4 family members enjoying our breakfast. In fact on the Monday we had barely finished eating after a mear 15 mins.
If the families want to eat, get up earlier!!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2026
Supapan
Nice breakfast
4/10
Poor
17 Feb 2026
Harshil
Room is old and too small…need remodel.
2/10
Poor
13 Feb 2026
Peter
Room was stinking of cigarete smoke, room had no heating working. Shocking way to treat guests.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
12 Feb 2026
Alexander
The room was clean and spacious. The staff were also friendly and helpful. Down side was the food and drinks were over priced.
Business
8/10
Excellent
08 Feb 2026
Youcef
Breakfast could be better, more egg options and vegetarian and cheeses
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2026
Frank
Friendly staff , easy parking , good location near tram
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
03 Feb 2026
kelly
Grwat location. Very clean room. Friendly and helpful staff.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Feb 2026
Linda
Staff and location
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Feb 2026
Rachel
Everything was great. Staff all very helpful. Car parking was extremely handy. All buses close by too. Perfect for our requirements.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jan 2026
Paul
Very friendly, well located
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jan 2026
Agnes
Great value for money, all staff were very friendly and helpful
Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Jan 2026
Karissa Belle
Nice staff and clean room.
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jan 2026
Gary
Rooms were very clean, spacious and extremely comfortable. Staff are very helpful and friendly. Food is excellent, great buffet breakfast in the mornings, plenty of choices. Would highly recommend this hot
Business
6/10
Pleasant
24 Jan 2026
Alexandra
Booking in staff were amazing and very helpful
Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jan 2026
Amir
Clean room and staff
8/10
Excellent
22 Jan 2026
Rickie
Staff welcoming, quiet room and clean will come again, tram for Edinburgh centre across road from hotel so very good
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jan 2026
Amber
Spotless room, staff were lovely would defo stay again
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
28 Dec 2025
Martin
Efficient staff
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
27 Dec 2025
Stephen
Large clean room and friendly staff
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Dec 2025
Desmond
The room was clean.
Business_and_leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
12 Dec 2025
Simon
Staff were good. Breakfast was good. Room was clean, but a little worn. The AC/heater needs replacing. It was too noisy to leave on for more than a few minutes.
Self
2/10
Poor
10 Dec 2025
John
Attempted Credit card scam initiated by check in process.
Card was rejected by contactless pad and then using pin. No reason for this.
Within minutes , received text to mobile claiming to be from my bank and asking for details of transactions. Checked text number was identified as known scam number.
Question is :
How did scammer know my mobile number?
Have access to card information including two failed transactions and last four numbers?
Know my first name, as not on card.
Hotels.com do not provide contact details to venues so can only assume that compromise was made at your end!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Dec 2025
Peter
Verry comfortable stay,staff were friendly and helpful, clean room and restaurant food was nice.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 Dec 2025
thomas
Breakfast was good help yourself,room was clean and spacious, didn't use the bar.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Dec 2025
Linda
Receptionist was very helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. Only issue was fire alarm going off at 10:00pm but that was a guest problem.
8/10
Excellent
06 Dec 2025
David
Really friendly and efficient check-in. Comfortable rooms and a bonus to have the free hot breakfast.

Plenty of discounted parking on site at £10 per night.

Would not recommend room 41 which is directly opposite the lift and within earshot of reception. Not great to be woken up at 2am to the sound of conversations and vacuum cleaners.
Business
6/10
Pleasant
01 Dec 2025
Elia
A/C was so old and barely hanging from the wall.
It was actually making such a loud noise you could barely sleep. Subsequently it did not keep the room warm at all.

Overall the rooms/hallways were in bad shape, stained and smelly. Furniture in the room stained, some wooden surfaces had rips. No minibar or fridge in the rooms.

Location was good and staff were super friendly. Hotel was very busy so they couldn't accommodate another room, but I doubt it would be any different.

For the price of the stay, off season, this is a 5 out of 10.. and the 5 is just because of the staff.
Business
2/10
Poor
01 Dec 2025
Imran
Everything was pathetic , below standard and intolerable behaviour of the staff. No respect!

Worse experience!
Business
10/10
Exceptional
27 Nov 2025
Robert
Yes
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
26 Nov 2025
alex
Good location for the tram into the city but parking was expensive considering how far out the hotel is.
Staff courteous and room was clean but noisy, despite being stated as soundproofed, and there was a regular high pressure water filling noise at all hours which impacted on a restful night.

Just an okay 3 night stay

Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Nov 2025
Donald
Hotel location is excellent considering the price. Easy access to Edinburgh center city via tram, buses or short cab ride. Our room, king room with sofa was super small. No way enough room for three adults. Room had some minor repair issues, but was clean and quiet. The mattress was perfect! Breakfast was standard small hotel quality,Dining room was clean. All staff were encountered were polite and helpful. I would definitely stay again.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2025
Claire
Everything was amazing. Highly recommend this place to stay. We’ll be back in February to stay again and everytime we come here.
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
22 Nov 2025
Dmitri
Rooms were good, probably 4 out of 5 stars. However the noise and neighbours were annoying as anything and wall thickness none existent as we could hear everything in our room.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Nov 2025
Harry
Off the beaten path but essentially convenient and comfortable. And they have a bar and restaurant! Good breakfast. A winner!
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
16 Nov 2025
James
Long wait for food to come out
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Nov 2025
Ria
Room and the amenities were good, great location! Very comfortable stay and it was very convenient to travel especially with bus and tram stops nearby..
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
05 Nov 2025
Amy
It was amazing! There was only 1 faukt which i sadly exorrienced as very disgusting and that was a luttle black hair on my bedding. I was disgusted because we know which kind of hair that must be and i got the feeling then that the bedding wasnt fresh.
Hiwever the rest was absoluteoy perfect. Pity id have given 5 stars without that fault.

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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront
Britannia Way, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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