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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

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Scored 8.1
Rated very good

Staff

9.0
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safety deposit box
  • Luggage storage

Cheapest option at this property with free cancellation for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Standard Double Room with Sofa Bed and Free Hot Breakfast
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Beds: 1 double bed , 1 sofa bed
Free cot available on request
Free stay for your child
Free cancellation before 16:00 on 29 October 2025
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
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US$240 per night
Price US$721
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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About this property

This modern hotel is next to the Ocean Terminal shopping centre and the Royal Yacht Britannia. It has paid onsite parking, air-conditioned rooms and regular buses to the city centre stop outside. The modern en suite rooms 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. A free buffet breakfast is included and offers continental items such as pastries, yoghurts and fruits, as well as hot items including, 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, Royal Botanic Gardens, Palace of Holyroodhouse, St James Quarter, Edinburgh Dungeon, Edinburgh Castle, Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station and the city centre are less than 2.5 miles away. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 12 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking on site
  • Family rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Free cot available on request
Holiday Inn Express
Hotel chain/brand
Holiday Inn Express

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

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

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet

  • Parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Standard Double Room with Sofa Bed and Free Hot Breakfast
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Beds: 1 double bed , 1 sofa bed
Free cot available on request
Free stay for your child
Free cancellation before 16:00 on 29 October 2025
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
We have 5 left
US$240 per night
Price US$721
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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Standard Double Room with Free Hot Breakfast
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Continental breakfast included
  • 1 double bed
US$676 for 3 nights
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Standard Room with Free Hot Breakfast
  • Free cancellation before 16:00 on 29 October 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Continental breakfast included
US$721 for 3 nights
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Standard Double Room with Sofa Bed and Free Hot Breakfast
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
  • 1 double bed and
  • 1 sofa bed
Free cot available on request
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Sofa
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Ironing facilities
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Sofa bed
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$240 per night
Price US$721
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 16:00 on 29 October 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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    We have 5 left
  • Free stay for your child
Standard Double Room with Free Hot Breakfast
  • 1 double bed
Free cot available on request
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$225 per night
Price US$676
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 16:00 on 29 October 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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Standard Room with Free Hot Breakfast
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$240 per night
Price US$721
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 16:00 on 29 October 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
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Guests who stayed here loved

Jianguang
Belgium Belgium
“The location is very convenient, just next to Ocean Terminal stop, then a smooth tram/bus to city center or airport. Very friendly staff and cosy room. The breakfast also above expectation.”
Jonathan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Expected standard for a holiday inn. Nice breakfast, and across the road from eateries.”
Tina
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location. Good transport links to centre of Edinburgh. Comfortable bed and pillows, light and airy room and good food. Friendly and helpful staff. All in all good value for money.”
Shrenik
Ireland Ireland
“The location is very nice. Tram station is just opposite to hotel and there are many buses to city center”
Jaideep
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location is perfect, hotel is clean and comfortable with the best staff.”
Stacey
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely hotel and very accommodating. They moved our room to the ground floor just a couple of days before we were due to stay as I broke my foot. Buffet breakfast (which was lovely & free to all guests) is also located on the ground floor so was...”
Ian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Friendly staff, lovely and clean, very comfortable, nice breakfast, great location near the shore, tram just around the corner.”
Elizabeth
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Friendly and exceptionally helpful staff. Room was bigger than I expected. Breakfast was fine but possibly could be better laid out. I expected to be charged for parking my car during the four days of my visit but since I’m a blue badge holder it...”
Robert
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I had been concerned that the hotel was far out of town. I don’t know Edinburgh at all. But was very pleasantly surprised by the location. Not too far out of town with excellent public transportation! There’s a good choice of very nice places to...”
Denise
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Brilliant location close to Tram line. Good breakfast. Clean rooms and comfortable beds.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-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.

Please note that cash payments are not allowed.

Pets are welcome at our hotel. An additional charge of GBP 30 per pet per stay applies.

Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please note that guests may be assigned a different room type and bed configurations.

Guests are required to show a photo identification 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.