Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

Name: Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile
Address: 300 Cowgate, Edinburgh, united-kingdom
Telephone: +44-204-505-9777
Rating: 4.1

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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About Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

location

The hotel is situated in a quaint location in the Old Town in Edinburgh city centre just a 10-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle, 1 km from Holyrood Palace and 900 m from Princes Street. Many of the city’s sights are within walking distance of the hotel, making it the perfect location for Edinburgh city breaks. Guests will find shops around 200 m from the hotel at the Royal Mile. There are bus services within around 100 m, and the nearest train station is around 400 m away. Edinburgh International Airport is around 13 km away.

facility

The hotel has 78 rooms, including 75 double rooms, which are located on 6 storeys and are reachable by lift. English- and German-speaking staff at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and drinks machine. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. There are also a number of shops that make for great strolling and browsing. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand and a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park (for a fee). Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, medical assistance, room service, a laundry service and a coin-operated laundry. Complimentary newspapers are available. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.

rooms

Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and have a double bed, a queen-size bed or a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, an alarm clock and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. As a special feature, bathrooms are also stocked with cosmetic products and a selection of towels. Wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are also available. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

sport

Guests can enjoy a selection of sport and entertainment options. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including golf, a gym, aerobics and a spa.

meals

Dining facilities include a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. Bed and breakfast is offered as a catering option. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. Diet meals and children's meals can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options.

Amenities at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile

Facilities
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  Air conditioning
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  Bar(s)
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  Café
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  Car Park
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  Cloakroom
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  Conference Room
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  Disability-friendly
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  Hotel Safe
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  Laundry Facilities
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  Laundry Service
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  Lifts
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  Medical Assistance
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  Newspaper kiosk
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  Pets
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  Restaurant(s)
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  Restaurant(s) with high-chairs
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  Restaurant(s) with non-smoking area
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  Room Service
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  Shops
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  TV Room
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  Wifi
Hygiene
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  Contactless check-in/-out
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  Contactless payment
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  Enhanced cleaning programme
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  Hand sanitiser
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  Housekeeping only upon request
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  Hygiene training for staff
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  No high-touch furnishings
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  No high-touch furnishings in public areas
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  Packaged meals
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  Protective hygiene screens
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  Protective masks for guests
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  Sanitiser dispenser
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  Social distancing regulations
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  Use of commercially available disinfectants
Meals
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  Breakfast Buffet
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  Continental Breakfast
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  Special Diet
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  Special Offers
Sport/Entertainment
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  Aerobics
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  Golf
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  Gym

Location

Around this property:

Public Transport

100 m

Shopping opportunities

200 m

Park

400 m

Train Station

400 m

Bus Station

600 m

Tourist Centre

600 m

City Centre

600 m

Golf Course

2000 m

River

5310 m

Sea

5471 m

User Rating & Reviews

Value
Rooms
Cleanliness
Service

Excellent

683

Very Good

775

Average

235

Poor

Terrible

Recent Reviews: 1788

User:Rod L
Trip type: Solo travel
This location is wonderful. One block really from the Royal Mile.
25 Jun 2026
Great location, room, and the best staff. The free breakfast is a great bonus with hot food and many choices. more »
User:Nettle E
Trip type: Couples
Reasonable location if you don't mind a bit of a climb and breakfast could be better
25 Jun 2026
The location is good in some ways but it is key that you understand the relationship between the hotel and surrounding roads. The hotel is on the lower part of... more »
User:Selina B
Trip type: Family
Holiday inn it’s got what you need
25 Jun 2026
We stayed here from Friday 20th to Monday 23rd On arrival we were greeted by the receptionist who was very polite , overall we had a good stay with just... more »
User:kaitlyn252
Trip type: Family
Nice location, albeit missing the mark in comforts
25 Jun 2026
The location was very convenient, and breakfast hit the spot. My biggest complaint is that a two person room is pretty hostile to its second occupant--there's chargers on only one... more »
User:whatsitlikehere
Trip type: Family
Nice hotel, recommended.
25 Jun 2026
Quirky building with dining area and seating downstairs on level -1, basement.... poor, actually almost no mobile signal down there. Was nice go be told we could have food delivered... more »