Is there any air purification technology in the rooms to deal with COVID-19?
20 November 2024
No, there is no ultraviolet light technology for sanitization. A waiting period of three days is maintained between guest stays in the rooms.
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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre By Ihg, Edinburgh
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About the Hotel
Picardy Place,
Edinburgh,
United Kingdom,
EH1 3JT,
Edinburgh
- Close to Calton Hill
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"One of the best things about Holiday Inn Express is the excellent value they provide accommodating a family of four in one room."
"From the airport it is accessible by tram which stops just opposite the hotel."
"Everything conveniently on the doorstep as we arranged to eat at Cosmo and then went to see Wicked."
Location
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre is located in the New Town area, just a 10-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley station. Guests have easy access to the
Rooms
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Dining
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Business
The hotel provides
Pet-Friendly
The hotel allows guests to bring pets for a deposit of
Highlights
Location: 10-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley station
Rooms: 186 guest rooms with power showers
Dining: hot Express Start Breakfast included
Business: two modern meeting rooms
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Double Room Hot
2 persons
12 m²
1 Double bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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Standard Twin Room Hot
2 persons
11 m²
2 Single beds
Shower
Air conditioning
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Standard Double Room Hot Accessible
2 persons
12 m²
1 Double bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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Standard Double Room Sofa Bed Hot
4 persons
12 m²
1 Double bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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Facilities
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- In-room computer
- AM/FM alarm clock
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Location
Picardy Place,
Edinburgh,
United Kingdom,
EH1 3JT,
Edinburgh
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Picardy Place,
Edinburgh,
United Kingdom,
EH1 3JT,
Edinburgh
City landmarks
Museum
Edinburgh Castle
1.5
km
Museum
National Museum of Scotland
1.4
km
Landmark
Arthur's Seat hike
2.1
km
Palace
Palace of Holyroodhouse
1.4
km
Gallery
Scottish National Gallery
1.2
km
Landmark
Royal Mile
1.3
km
Landmark
The Real Mary King's Close
1.0
km
Landmark
Calton Hill
640 m
Park
Princes Street Gardens
1.5
km
Museum
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
1.4
km
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
890 m
Landmark
Nelson Monument
650 m
Monument
Scott Monument
790 m
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
960 m
Botanical Garden
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
1.5
km
Museum
The Writers' Museum
1.2
km
Museum
Gladstone's Land
1.2
km
Museum
Museum of Childhood
970 m
Landmark
Surgeons' Hall Museums
1.3
km
Landmark
Princes Street
1.1
km
Museum
Dynamic Earth
1.4
km
Landmark
Brass Rubbing Centre
900 m
Museum
John Knox House
1.1
km
Landmark
Royal Yacht Britannia
2.9
km
Gallery
City Art Centre
840 m
Church
Mercat Cross
890 m
Museum
The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland
1.3
km
Public Building
The Scottish Parliament
1.2
km
Park
Holyrood Park
2.7
km
Nearby
Picardy Place
Sherlock Holmes Statue
60 m
Restaurants
Taste Of Italy
170 m
9 Baxter's Place
The Playfair
80 m
Omni Centre Leith Walk
Cafe Piccante
100 m
19 Broughton Street
Artisan Roast
300 m
57 Broughton Street
Fed Sandwich Bar
210 m
2A Forth Street
Cafe Elmrow
210 m
3 Elm Row
Cafe Rapido
280 m
79 Broughton Street
Starbucks
300 m
3 Shrub Place Lane Leith Walk
Deli Fresco
350 m
41 Leith Street
Cafe Bellina
380 m
33 Elm Row
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre By Ihg provides visitors with a free full breakfast.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Czech, Hungarian, Romanian, Greek, Russian, Turkish, Afrikaans, Estonian, Slovak, Slovenian
Number of floors:
7
Number of rooms:
188
Former name
holiday inn express edinburgh city centre, an ihg hotel
Questions of the users
About Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre By Ihg
What time should I plan to arrive for check-in?
05 March 2024
Check-in is available from 14:00 onwards. Early check-in cannot be guaranteed, but you may check for room availability upon arrival. If a room isn't ready, luggage storage is available.
Are there parking facilities at the hotel?
10 January 2025
Yes, the hotel has limited parking spaces available on a first-come, first-served basis at a cost of £20 per night. Alternative parking can be found at the nearby Q-Park.
Are the windows in the rooms able to be opened for fresh air?
15 February 2025
Yes, the windows can be opened to allow fresh air into the room.
Is there a supply of tea and coffee in the hotel rooms?
22 April 2024
Complimentary tea and coffee making facilities are available in all rooms.
Are there accessible rooms available for individuals with mobility needs?
11 September 2024
Yes, there are wheelchair-accessible rooms with double beds and designated parking for blue badge holders.
What type of breakfast is available at the hotel?
29 August 2024
A continental and hot food buffet breakfast is offered, served from 06:30 to 10:00.
Does the hotel provide a luggage storage facility for guests checking out?
18 May 2024
Yes, guests are welcome to store their luggage at reception after checkout to explore the city.
Is the hotel conveniently located for visiting local attractions?
30 December 2024
Yes, the hotel is within walking distance of key attractions like the Royal Mile and Princes Street, which can be reached in 5-20 minutes.
Are pets permitted to stay in the hotel?
25 June 2024
Yes, dogs are allowed with an additional charge of £20 per stay, and guests will be placed in ground floor rooms.