Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG

300 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1NA GB
View Map Reservations: +1-800-219-2797
3.0 Star Property Near Royal Mile
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Property Description

With a stay at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, steps from Royal Mile and within a 10-minute walk of University of Edinburgh. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Grassmarket and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Scottish Parliament.

Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Stay in one of 78 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Royal Mile - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Festival Theatre - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Surgeon's Hall - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Parliament House - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
City Chambers - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Real Mary King's Close - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
University of Edinburgh - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
St. Giles' Cathedral - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
City Art Centre - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
National Museum of Scotland - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Holyrood Park - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Potterrow Student Centre - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Edinburgh Dungeon - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Grassmarket - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Greyfriar's Bobby - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi

The preferred airport for Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG is Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 13 km / 8.1 mi

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk.

Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility. Additional amenities at this hotel include a vending machine and bike parking.

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

Amenities / Features

  • Check In: 3:00 PM
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum age of oldest guest: 18
  • Distance from property (meters) - 200
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vending machine
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Television in common areas
  • Free WiFi
  • Bicycle parking available
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Elevator door width (inches) - 64
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
  • Total number of rooms - 78
  • Number of floors - 5
  • Professional property host/manager
  • FuturePlus
  • LGBTQIA+ friendly
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • LED light bulbs
  • Elevator door width (centimeters) - 163
  • Vegan menu options available
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • No accessible shuttle
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Vegetarian menu options available
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Distance from property (ft) - 656
  • Luggage storage
  • Free breakfast
  • Water dispenser
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily
  • Smoke-free property
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Use of nearby fitness center (discount)
  • Offsite parking discounted rates available
  • Elevator
  • Double-glazing on all windows
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel

Airport & Shuttle Information

Edinburgh International AirportApproximately 8 miles away

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets allowed

£25 per night

Misc Fees / Policies

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Up to 2 children 12 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.
  • Parking height restrictions apply.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Cleaning Policies

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

Essential workers only - NO

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

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