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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

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A Holiday Inn Express building with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a bench outside. - Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG (Edinburgh)
A modern lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, and a small round table with glasses. - Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG (Edinburgh)
A hotel reception area with wooden reception desks, a digital screen displaying the hotel name, and a blue carpet. - Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG (Edinburgh)
A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. - Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG (Edinburgh)
A modern breakfast buffet with wooden and metal serving stations, a coffee machine, and a wall with informational posters. - Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG (Edinburgh)
Located close to Royal Yacht Britannia and Royal Botanic Garden, Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG provides free self-serve breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

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Room options

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a laptop, and a view of the city through large windows.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(53 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a window with curtains, and a wooden wall.

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a window with curtains, and a wooden wall.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(60 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a laptop, and a view of the city through large windows.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(93 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a red chair, a small table, a shower area, and a door.

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk with a magazine, a red chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE BUNK BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 1 Double Standard Sofa Bed with Free Hot Breakfast

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

1 Double Standard Sofa Bed with Free Hot Breakfast

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Leith, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG is in a shopping district. St James Quarter and Royal Mile are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Royal Botanic Garden and Edinburgh Zoo. Royal Yacht Britannia and Palace of Holyroodhouse are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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Britannia Way, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH6 6JJ

What's nearby

  • A large ship docked at a port with a blue fence and a modern building in the background.
    Leith Docks
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A statue of a human figure on a pier surrounded by seagulls.
    Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A large ship docked at a port with a blue fence and a modern building in the background.
    Royal Yacht Britannia
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Newhaven Heritage Museum
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Leith Links
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Ocean Terminal Station
    3 min walk
  • Brunstane Station
    9 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Williams & Johnson
    9 min walk
  • Teuchters Landing
    8 min walk
  • Port Of Leith Distillery Bar
    7 min walk
  • Roseleaf Bar Cafe
    8 min walk
  • Alby's
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 11 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

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
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1999
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in 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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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.

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
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

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront 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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 11 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG located?

Located in Leith, this hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Royal Yacht Britannia and within 3 mi (5 km) of Royal Botanic Garden and St James Quarter. Royal Mile and Palace of Holyroodhouse are also within 3 mi (5 km). Ocean Terminal Station is only a 3-minute walk and Newhaven Station is 9 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 507 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 318 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1011 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, amazing staff, great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff with nice amenities including a substantial breakfast buffet.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good breakfast, quiet area next to ocean terminal shops and the Britannia very helpful staff easy access for transport to city centre. Good food along the canal.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice location next to a small mall, parking was pay to park with a couple dozen spots, decent hotel, good staff, overall not bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was lovely and attentive. Breakfast buffet was clean, well stocked and had a great selection. It was nice that there was a bar lounge area to sit in, in case you wanted a drink in the evening or another place to sit beside your room The hotel was close to bus routes for travel around the city. Would stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was very convenient to the tram and bus service. The room was spacious for the UK. The breakfast was AMAZING! The staff were very helpful. Only negative was the chair in our room was visibly quite soiled but other than that the room was clean and the bathroom was great. We loved our stay here. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were helpful excellent front of house staff and breakfast staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to tram and busses Nice walk to the Shore which had lots of restaurants
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Easy check in and out process. Clean room and very comfortable bed. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Free drinks are a great touch staff Crowley and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Kiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast was very good and property is in a very good location. Happy with the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room, comfy bed and staff were very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was good, plenty to choose from.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so helpful and friendly, especially Kirsty and Liam. Great work
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Taraivini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff , easy parking , good location near tram
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Zoe Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel and friendly staff . Good breakfast choices. Good place to see the sights tram stop right outside
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and the staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy j

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly, well located
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Verry comfortable stay,staff were friendly and helpful, clean room and restaurant food was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Laura

Liked: Staff & service
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
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room, staff were lovely would defo stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Karissa Belle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026