Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG

300 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH11NA United Kingdom (GBR)
3.0 Star Property
55.949158-3.184567
+1-800-219-2797
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Local attractions

EICC Edinburgh Castle The Scottish Parliament Holyrood Palace Edinburgh Royal Mile Princess Street Royal Yaught Brittania Edinburgh Zoo Playhouse Theatre National Museum of Scotland
4.0 out of 5. Based on 2552 guest reviews

Property description

Enjoy a warm welcome at the intimate Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh-Royal Mile hotel, set in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, 9 miles from Edinburgh Airport. Friendly staff are waiting to greet you in the bright, airy lobby on your arrival at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh-Royal Mile. We're an easy 25-minute bus ride from Edinburgh International Airport and well placed for sightseeing in the picturesque Old Town. Dramatic Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace are both just 10 minutes' walk from the hotel. Indulge in some serious retail therapy on Princes Street, then head for lush Princes Street Gardens, a parkland retreat right in the city centre. Cobbled alleyways along the atmospheric Royal Mile provide a real taste of medieval Scotland. Ask Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh-Royal Mile's knowledgeable staff about local Ghost Walks and City Sightseeing Bus Tours. We're a good base for business with Edinburgh International Conference Centre 1 mile from the hotel and Waverley train station a 10-minute walk away. Wireless Internet is complimentary in public areas, and we have a quiet meeting room for up to 40 people. Unwind in your air-conditioned Guest room after a day's sightseeing. You can make yourself at home with the flat-screen TV, while complimentary high-speed Internet keeps you in touch. Wake up refreshed to a complimentary breakfast in the Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh-Royal Mile's great room.

Green sustainability

Bed linen changed every 3rd day, towel policy, recycle plastics, paper, food, cans. Energy efficient lighting used. Gold Tourism- award Gold 2012 and 2013

Details / Other expenses

Check-in: 16:00
Check-out: 11:00
Year of last renovation: 2008
Floors: 5
Rooms: 78
Corridors: All rooms have interior hallways
Non-smoking rooms: 78
Rooms with disabled access: 0
Suites: 0
Room windows: Windows do open
Cleaning frequency: Daily
Meeting rooms: 1 View spaces
Meeting space: 453 sq. feet
Event space: Holds 30 people
Dist. to food/bars: 0.3 Miles
Dist. to the nearest gym: 0.5 Miles
Lounge/Bar hours: 12 noon to 11.00pm
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Individual Group Policy
Nightly parking: £13
Typical group deposit: full amount
Total taxes: 20.00%
Total misc. fees: £0.00 GBP
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
VAT: Value Added Tax: 20.00 VAT % Inclusive
Additional Person Fee: 30.00 Per Person (over 18 years old)
Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day (Free)
Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day (Free)

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Central location
  • Charge for early check out
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Licensed bar
  • Movies in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shower
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television

Airport & shuttle information

Edinburgh International Airport Approximately 8 miles away

Is there an airport shuttle? Sorry but no airport shuttle is available.

Pet friendly?

Sorry but pets are not allowed.

About Holiday Inn Express

  • 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 - 0.3 miles
  • Lunch: The Witchery by the Castle - Luxurious, gothic dining rooms with Scottish cuisine - 0.7 miles
  • Dinner: Mother India's Cafe - Informal tapas-style Indian dishes - 0.4 miles
  • Activity: Edinburgh Castle - Historic fortress offering tours & panoramic views - 0.7 miles
  • Day 2

  • Breakfast: The Elephant House - Cafe known as the birthplace of Harry Potter - 0.5 miles
  • Lunch: Oink - Hog roast sandwiches in a casual setting - 0.6 miles
  • Dinner: Timberyard - Warehouse-style space with a menu of locally sourced ingredients - 0.8 miles
  • Activity: Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat - Extensive parkland with hills, lochs and cliffs, offering hiking and panoramic city views - 1.2 miles
  • Day 3

  • Breakfast: Mimi's Bakehouse - Family-run bakery for breakfast and cakes - 1.1 miles
  • Lunch: The Kitchin - Michelin-starred restaurant with a seasonal Scottish menu - 2.7 miles
  • Dinner: Dishoom Edinburgh - Bombay-inspired cafe with an all-day menu - 0.5 miles
  • Activity: Royal Yacht Britannia - Former royal yacht of the British monarch, now a museum - 2.5 miles

Previously known as:
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel

Meeting rooms and event rooms at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG

Below are the meeting, conference and event spaces at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG.

Feel free to use the Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG meeting space capacities chart below to help with your event planning. HotelPlanner specialises in Edinburgh event planning for hotel rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, as well as negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting room name L x W x H
(Metres)
Size
(sqm)
Event
5'/6
Event space layout
Crescent
Crescent tables layout
Classroom
Classroom meeting layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow square table layout
U-shape
U-shape meeting layout
Boardroom
Boardroom meeting space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention booth layout
Theatre
Theatre layout
Reception
Reception desk for meetings
Regist.
desk
Registration desk for meetings
Salisbury Room 6 x 7 x 2 42 --/-- -- 18 20 20 18 --/-- 40 30 --
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Salisbury Room

Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
452.1 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
6 x 7 x 2 M
Floor level:
1 Lower ground
Power outlets:
10
Columns:
0
Windows:
1
Is there natural light?
No
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
Yes
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
  • Coffee / Tea Setup
  • Food / Beverage
  • Projection equip.
  • WIFI Internet
  • LAN Internet
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
Full-day space rental fee:
£149.00 GBP
Rates from £99 depending on the number of delegates
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FAQs about Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG

What time is check in?

Check in time is 16:00 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 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 Royal Mile by IHG have?

There are 78 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

Testimonials:

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"Everything was fine and our group was treated well. I would use your site again and also let my friends know about it. Your site worked exactly as advertised." S. T. - Long Island, NY

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