Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

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August 2025

September 2025

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

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Air conditioning
Parking available
Bar
24/7 front desk
Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Britannia Way, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH6 6JJ

Royal Yacht Britannia
‪6 min walk‬
Royal Mile
‪7 min drive‬
Edinburgh Castle
‪7 min drive‬
Edinburgh (EDI)
‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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

Wonderful

Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

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

Very good

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

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

Wonderful

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Exceptional

Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bed

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

Very good

Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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Breakfast included
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Royal Yacht Britannia

Along with a bar/lounge, this smoke-free hotel has a coffee shop/cafe and self parking. Free self-serve breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, a 24-hour front desk, and a TV in a common area are onsite.

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG offers 145 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch LED televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The free breakfast at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Edinburgh Port. Free WiFi in public areas, a bar, and a coffee shop/cafe are available.

Free self-serve breakfast served daily
Free WiFi
Grab something to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
Self parking available for a fee
Amenities include a front-desk safe, an elevator, and a vending machine
Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the location
Just a 2-minute drive from Royal Yacht Britannia and 6 minutes from Royal Botanic Garden
Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)

There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and a front-desk safe. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served free self-serve breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
Limited on-site 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

Free cot

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
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
Lift (109 centimetre wide door)
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

1 building
5 floors
Built in 1999
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Free cot
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

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace

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

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: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
Pets cannot be left unattended
Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Self parking fee: GBP 10.00 per night
Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

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 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

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

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
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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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Freda

4 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location for us

The location was excellent for boarding a ship the next day. The staff was very friendly and very helpful. The furniture in the room seemed a bit dated but certainly functional.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

kevin

Travelled with family

1 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Close to 5 star but no cigar

Good location with tram access into city. Near by shopping centre not up to much. Room carpet could be better some stains. Breakfast was a bit of a free for all...would like cereal area away from hot food to help with serving and queue. Staff helpful and friendly

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

30 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bengt

29 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaan

27 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Wasn’t expecting such a nice hotel.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lyn

Travelled with group

26 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Room smelt a bit musty, which was hard to work out as room was clean. Lovely friendly staff. Breakfast was plentiful. Made use of the grab and go when had an early start. Best bit was the transport. 5 day tram ticket covered all transport to and from airport and into the city.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family

25 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The sraff at the hotel were excellent! Especially Jamie, the Spanish recetuonist who also clea s and the clwaner feom Pakistan was amazing with all his kniwledge. They were so polite and kind! That made our stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

23 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Rooms a nice size, staff very friendly

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Business traveller

19 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Parking way over priced, for location should be substantially cheaper.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Simon

18 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Staff are delightful. Hotel convenient. ocean terminal itself is dreadful. Room was average.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family

18 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

carolyn

14 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

12 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Himanshu

Business traveller

10 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner

8 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Room and hotel were clean. Breakfast was busy and the staff work hard and swiftly clean to get next diners in. Barely heard any other guests when in my room, not the outside traffic. The tram stop was just across the road and takes about 10 mins to princess street. Buses were also available. Uber was about £8 from The Playhouse theatre. I'd stay again

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Travelled with family

6 Apr 2025

It was just ok It was clean but staff were not helpful Would not stay again

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

3 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Al ok hand to ask for clean towels because we where there3 days

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Business traveller

2 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good budget hotel.

Great location for business in the area. Functional rooms with Shower, TV, USB ports etc. Breakfast is basic buffet style but ok. Parking on site is £10 with the discount code. You can pay without the app in reception. Get your code first from desk first. Lift is slow zzz zzz. I used the stairs.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

30 Mar 2025

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with partner

29 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The hotel is located very close to a well-appointed Shopping Mall with a good selection of shops and food outlets, as well as serving as the access point to the Royal Yacht Britannia. The nearby quayside area has been refurbished with several wine bars & restaurants, as well as supermarkets to stock up on sweets & snacks for your room, and a few tourist-y shops for souvenirs. A cheap and convenient tram service operates from virtually outside the hotel door, going in to Edinburgh city centre, and onwards to the airport.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025