HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS - EDINBURGH CITY CENTRE BY IHG - Edinburgh Picardy Place Top Of Leith Street EH1 3JT

Picardy Place Top of Leith St., Edinburgh, EH1 3JT United Kingdom

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Near Royal Mile

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Centrally located steps from Edinburgh Playhouse and only about 0.8 miles from the Royal Mile and Princes Street, it offers complimentary high-speed WiFi, a free self-serve breakfast, an on-site bar/lounge and eHost online concierge services, plus pet-friendly rooms and some accessible features.

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Free WiFi

Free self-serve breakfast

Parking (limited spaces)

Pets allowed

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Property Description

With a stay at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, steps from Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and 13 minutes by foot from Royal Mile. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Princes Street and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from George Street.

Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 186 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 0.0 mi
Nelson Monument - 0.2 mi
Scottish National Portrait Gallery - 0.3 mi
City Centre Edinburgh - 0.4 mi
Waverley Court - 0.4 mi
New Town - 0.4 mi
Edinburgh Waverley Station - 0.4 mi
Scott Monument - 0.4 mi
Edinburgh Dungeon - 0.4 mi
City Art Centre - 0.4 mi
John Knox House - 0.4 mi
Museum of Childhood - 0.4 mi
Fruitmarket Gallery - 0.4 mi
Edinburgh Military Tattoo - 0.5 mi
Museum of Edinburgh (Huntly House Museum) - 0.5 mi
City Chambers - 0.5 mi
Edinburgh Fringe Festival - 0.5 mi
Loch Ness Discovery Centre - 0.5 mi
Real Mary King's Close - 0.5 mi
The Royal Mile - 0.5 mi
St. Giles' Cathedral - 0.5 mi
St. Andrew Square - 0.5 mi
Royal Scottish Academy - 0.5 mi
National Gallery of Scotland - 0.5 mi
St Giles Cathederal - 0.5 mi
Princes Street Gardens - 0.5 mi
Parliament House - 0.5 mi
Gladstone's Land - 0.6 mi
The Writers Museum - 0.6 mi
Old Town - 0.6 mi
Palace Holyroodhouse - 0.6 mi
Scottish Parliament Building - 0.6 mi
National Library Of Scotland - 0.6 mi
Our Dynamic Earth - 0.6 mi
Talbot Rice Gallery - 0.6 mi
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions - 0.6 mi
Scotch Whisky Heritage Center - 0.6 mi
The Hub, Festival Centre - 0.6 mi
Palace of Holyrood House - 0.6 mi
Witchery Tours - 0.6 mi

Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area.

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 3:00 PM - 11:00 AM

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Floors: 0

Rooms: 161

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 0

Handicap Rooms: 0

Suites: 0

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 0

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site

Total Taxes: 10.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Check-In Instructions:

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
Tax ID - 244942395
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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

Amenities / Features

24-hour front desk
Check In: 3:00 PM - 11:00 AM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Daily
Distance from property (ft) - 656
Distance from property (meters) - 200
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Elevator
Elevator door width (centimeters) - 201
Elevator door width (inches) - 79
Express check-in
Express check-out
Free WiFi
Free breakfast
Free self-serve breakfast
Green Tourism Program
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Maximum number of pets per room 1
Meeting rooms
Multilingual staff
No accessible shuttle
No rollaway/extra beds available
Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Parking (limited spaces)
Pets allowed
Professional property host/manager
Registration desk height (centimeters) - 76
Registration desk height (inches) - 30
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Self parking (surcharge)
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Smoke-free property
Television in common areas
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Airport & Shuttle Info

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info:

Pet Friendly?

Maximum number of pets per room 1

Only dogs and cats are allowed

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets allowed

Self parking fee: GBP 20.0 per night Nearby parking fee: GBP 16.50 per night (656 ft away) Pet fee: GBP 20 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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.
Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)

Cashless transactions are available

Free Express Start Breakfast

Have their own 100% Arabica Smart Roast Coffee

Free high-speed internet service in every room

eHost Online Concierge Service where guests can learn about hotel amenities, major airlines nearby, up-to-date local weather and even car rental services

Perfect for the business traveler on the go, Holiday Inn Express offers 24/7 hours & photocopy services

The Holiday Inn Express highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast The City Cafe - Traditional Scottish breakfast - 0.7 miles from your hotel

Lunch The Witchery by the Castle - Luxurious dining with Scottish produce - 0.9 miles from your hotel

Dinner Dishoom Edinburgh - Bombay-style cafe with an eclectic menu - 0.5 miles from your hotel

Activity Edinburgh Castle - Historic fortress offering tours & panoramic views - 0.8 miles from your hotel

Day 2

Breakfast Urban Angel - Fresh, locally sourced brunch options - 0.6 miles from your hotel

Lunch The Kitchin - Michelin-starred Scottish restaurant - 2.7 miles from your hotel

Dinner Timberyard - Warehouse-style space with a seasonal menu - 1.2 miles from your hotel

Activity Royal Yacht Britannia - Former royal yacht with guided tours - 2.5 miles from your hotel

Day 3

Breakfast Hula Juice Bar & Cafe - Health-focused cafe with vegan options - 0.8 miles from your hotel

Lunch Oink - Hog roast sandwiches in a casual setting - 1 mile from your hotel

Dinner The Scran & Scallie - Gastropub with Scottish fare - 1.8 miles from your hotel

Activity Arthur's Seat - Ancient volcano offering hiking & city views - 2.2 miles from your hotel

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG have?

There are 161 rooms in the property.

Is Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed.

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

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Feel free to use the Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Edinburgh event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

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