• Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Private Bathroom
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safe
  • Baggage storage
  • Heating

This modern hotel is next to the Ocean Terminal shopping center and the Royal Yacht Britannia. It has paid onsite parking, air-conditioned rooms and regular buses to the city center stop outside. The modern rooms with attached bathroom have a hairdryer, wall mounted TVs with Freeview, work desk, power shower, and tea and coffee making facilities. There are also USB charger ports, an iron and an ironing board in every room. Guests can relax in the modern lounge area, offering free WiFi, or make use of the all day dining and stylish bar which serves coffees, teas, premium spirits, craft beers and world wines. Pizzas are served 24 hours a day and food service includes paninis, soup and burgers. An Express breakfast is included and offers continental items such as pastries, yogurts and fruits, as well as four hot items, bacon, scrambled eggs, sausages and beans. The Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront is in the old port area. The area's shops, bars and restaurants are just a short walk away. Princes Street, Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station and the city center are less than 2.5 miles away. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 7.5 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Holiday Inn Express
Hotel chain/brand
Holiday Inn Express

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 full bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Sustainability certification

This property has one or more third-party sustainability certifications.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.0
Location
8.3
Free WiFi
8.5
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See what guests loved the most:

  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent location, quiet, easy transportation. Friendly, helpful staff
  • Drummond
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was ideal for our stay, staff friendly and plenty on offer at breakfast
  • Jilly
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very comfortable room and great location. Very comfortable bed also. Good facillities. The staff were friendly and helpful at checkin and checkout

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, an IHG Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities
  • Parking on site
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Elevator
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available on site (reservation is not possible) and costs £10 per day.
    Services
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Baggage storage
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • 24-hour front desk
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Elevator
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by elevator
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, an IHG Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    Until 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

    Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, an IHG Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    If booking a Double Room with Sofa Bed and you require the hotel to set up the extra bed, please inform the hotel via the Special Requests box during the booking process.

    When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per stay applies.

    On-site parking is £10.00 per day for guests.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    FAQs about Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, an IHG Hotel

    • Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, an IHG Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • The prices at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, an IHG Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, an IHG Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, an IHG Hotel is 2.2 miles from the center of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, an IHG Hotel include:

      • Twin
      • Double

    • Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, an IHG Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Guests staying at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, an IHG Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.4).

        Breakfast option(s) include:

        • Continental
        • Buffet