Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG

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September 2025

October 2025

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

300 Cowgate, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1NA

Royal Mile
‪3 min walk‬
University of Edinburgh
‪6 min walk‬
Edinburgh Castle
‪13 min walk‬
Edinburgh (EDI)
‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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

Exceptional

19 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

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

Wonderful

19 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

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

Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Very good

19 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bed

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

Very good

19 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Excellent

19 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

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Breakfast included
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Royal Mile

This smoke-free hotel features a bar/lounge, a 24-hour front desk, and a TV in a common area. Free buffet breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a front-desk safe and a vending machine.

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG offers 78 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 23-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include showers. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the free breakfast at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Royal Mile. Free WiFi in public areas and a bar are available.

Free buffet breakfast served daily
Free WiFi
Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
Amenities include a front-desk safe, an elevator, and a vending machine
Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
Steps from Royal Mile and 6 minutes by foot from University of Edinburgh
Pets welcome for a fee

You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG also features a vending machine, discounted use of a nearby fitness facility, and a front-desk safe.

This 3-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served free buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Height restrictions apply for on-site 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
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
Lift (163 centimetre 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 lift
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

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 films

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Iron/ironing board on request

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: GBP 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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.

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)

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

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

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

Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property 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 Royal Mile by IHG Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

2/10 Terrible

Neeti

22 Jun 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

SATYAJEET

Travelled with family

21 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Comfortable and accessible.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bat-el

Travelled with family

20 Jun 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Abby

Business traveller

14 Jun 2025

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

Staff great, very helpful and friendly. Room was clean, comfy and warm. Good housekeeping team. And the bar is open 24 hrs, which is a bonus when you fancy that 7am glass of wine 😄 Breakfast was very good. Lots of variety and choices of hot and continental. My only small issues were: 1. TV in my room wasn't working 2. The coffee at breakfast was mingin.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorotea

Travelled with partner

14 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very good, clean, comfortable, friendly staff.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Edgar, ATHENS

Travelled with family

12 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Bathroom smelled like the sewer. Had to cover shower drain to stop the smell. I would not recommend this hotel.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marwan

31 May 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Travelled with family

30 May 2025

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Travelled with family

26 May 2025

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

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

22 May 2025

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

Breakfast was great. Staff very friendly.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Travelled with family

21 May 2025

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

Edinburgh on a budget

The rooms were designed smartly for a small space. Exceptional shower with great water pressure and easy to use shower head. Great soaps and shampoo. Largest towels I ever had in an economy hotel. The breakfast was decent. Great location. Very quiet!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vipul

16 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

9 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan Carlos

5 May 2025

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

2 May 2025

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

I only stayed for one night but I really enjoyed my clean, quiet and spacious room. Staff was very welcoming, allowing me to check in early. I also liked the complimentary breakfast buffet. Lots of choices! When I visit Edinburgh again, I will definitely stay here. Highly recommend.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Suann

26 Apr 2025

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with family

22 Apr 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

14 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good room, OK breakfast

Comfy bed, no complaints about the room. Breakfast was hit and miss, things running out all the time with 10 minute waits for certain items

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kin, Lewis Center

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children

2 Apr 2025

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

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