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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Royal Mile

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Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Free Hot Breakfast) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Property amenity
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Free Hot Breakfast)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Free Hot Breakfast) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Free Hot Breakfast)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Interior

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

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  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 1,000 reviews
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About the neighborhood

Map
300 Cowgate, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1NA

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Princes Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 8 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The World's End - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bannerman's Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar 50 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Salt Horse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Edinburgh Larder - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG

Hotel near Royal Mile
Located close to University of Edinburgh and Scottish Parliament, Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Luggage storage, free newspapers, and a front-desk safe
  • A vending machine, an elevator, and a TV in the lobby
  • Smoke-free premises and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 78 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 23-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (GBP 18 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (64 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 23-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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.

You need to know

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

We should mention

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)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Royal Mile, University of Edinburgh, and Grassmarket. Scottish Parliament and Princes Street are also within 15 minutes. Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is 8 minutes by foot and Edinburgh Waverley Station is 8 minutes.

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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 468 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 409 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Location is just walking distance to a lot of tourist attractions, restaurants and pub. Hotel has friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

We love this Holiday Inn Express. All the staff especially PANUWAT were great. Panuwat made sure we had everything we needed. He explained all the hotel had to offer. He was kind and patient. Because we are loyalty members (this is our 4th time at this property) he was able to get us a late check out for my senior citizen mother. Thank you Panuwat and IHG!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10

Comfortable hotel in a good location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

The room was very nice, clean, and the breakfast was good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

The hotel is situated at a great location in the heart of old town Edinburgh and a turn away to the Royal Miles. The hotel is in great condition. Staff and services are exceptional. We will stay at the hotel again next time we would be back at Edinburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

The hotel was very clean and the staff was super helpful, but the rooms are teeny tiny so just be aware.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Easy location to get to if you dont mind a steep hill
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

The staff were great. The room was a little small but serviceable. The close proximity to the Royal Mile and train station was much appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Lovely hotel, great staff and a fabulous breakfast, good location too.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Close to Castle
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Great hotel. My family has stayed here before as well. It’s a short walk from so many things, but quiet and reasonably priced, plus a great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

Ok location Nice breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Great location. Friendly staff- room great size.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10

Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10

Some staff were great others mediocre Breakfast was cold and that was right at the beginning
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Hotel nice and central for what we needed dislikes breakfast was Luke warm
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

We truly enjoy our stay at the Holiday Inn Express - Cowgate. Everything was perfect and met our expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Good location! Great breafast!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Great staff and location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10

G
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Easy to walk to places. Very quiet. Great that breakfast was included
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

Room small but was clean, staff was friendly and the included breakfast was very good
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

It’s within a walking distance to where we have to be.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10

Location was good but hotel was too crowded! Because of the noise coming from next door room, I requested to be moved to another room! Wish there were safe in rooms!! Breakfast lacked variety !! People behind the reception were so helpful and friendly BIG THUMBS UP !!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025