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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with bar/lounge, near Royal Yacht Britannia

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Property entrance
Free daily self-serve breakfast
Property amenity
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Room amenity
Exterior
Edinburgh's waterfront is home to Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, an IHG Hotel, where you can enjoy a self-serve breakfast and stunning views. Relax with a coffee or newspaper in the lobby, or unwind at the bar after exploring nearby Royal Mile.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Parking available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Self parking
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
$80 nightly
The total price is $97
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Pillow menu
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Pillow menu
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(74 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Pillow menu
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Pillow menu
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Pillow menu
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Nov 9 - Nov 10
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About the neighborhood

Map
Britannia Way, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH6 6JJ

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Port - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Royal Yacht Britannia - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Royal Mile - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 7 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 44 min drive
  • Brunstane Station - 9 min drive
  • Newcraighall Station - 11 min drive
  • Shawfair Station - 14 min drive
  • Ocean Terminal Station - 3 min walk
  • Newhaven Station - 9 min walk
  • Port of Leith Tram Stop - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Port Of Leith Distillery Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Irish Dude Coffee And Food - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dolphin Chip Shop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

When you stay at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street are within a short drive. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: Ocean Terminal Station is 3 minutes and Newhaven Station is 9 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 145 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 10.00 per night)
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Water dispenser

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1999
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Bicycle parking
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 43
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Self parking costs GBP 10.00 per night

Policies

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.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. 
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 10.00 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Royal Yacht Britannia (6-min walk) and Royal Botanic Garden (1.7 mi), along with St James Quarter (2.1 mi) and Palace of Holyroodhouse (2.3 mi).

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG is a short 3-minute walk from Ocean Terminal Station and 6 minutes' walk from Royal Yacht Britannia. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was plentiful, well-organised, and offered a good selection of hot and cold options. (77 reviews)
  • Breakfast was well-organised with plenty of choice and evening meals were also good. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Very comfy and friendly staff
Mathew, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly helpful staff... especially as I had to drop my bags very early to attend a funeral and staff allowed me to freshen up in the ladies and hang out in the lounge.
Miss, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Ok for a business trip

Staff were helpful and friendly, room was reasonably comfortable. The area was quite nice ans not too far from Edinburgh centre. Overall it was pretty good.
Robert, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!

Hotel was conveniently located next to the Leith cruise port and was reached directly from the airport by tram. The very clean room offered a comfortable bed and pillows, a hot shower and a full bar with restaurant.
Mark, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very quiet and within walking distance to the many facilities
MacDonald, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

best thing about this hotel was ease of access to trams and good resteraunts
Debra, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms a nice size, staff very friendly
Sandra, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel was great. I enjoyed your breakfast.
Katherine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely comfortable stay.
Heather, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, super clean
Madison, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a very nice 2-night stay. It was clean, comfortable. The staff were amazing, especially Catherine on the front desk, who was super helpful and gave great advice. I would definitely stay again
Keith, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable and quiet. Was close to the Tram and a short walk to The Shore.
Ellen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely property with great service. So close to the tram made everything in Edinburgh easy. Large diverse options for breakfast. Highly recommend staying there!
Patricia, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was close to Royal Britannia , just a cross the road were we visited , with taxi to old town 10 minutes drive £10-11, we went tour to the Highlands through accompany , so the hotel was close to the meeting point , our room was large , clean , staff are helpful and friendly , the breakfast was modest .
Nafen, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

It's very close to the Trams line. In addition, it's walking distances to the Royal Yacht Britannia 😀
Gui Miao, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Ok hotel. Handy for the tram into the city. Decor a bit tired
Peter, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Will be back

Clean and tidy. Nice staff not always knowledgable about the locality. Appreciate this can be difficult. Main lift out of order and not repaired while we were there
LORNA, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel in a beautiful part of Edinburgh
Tobi, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Gone down hill. Free parking no longer exists. Breakfast was below par. No fried eggs bacon really salty and the tomatoes not consistent good. Asked for a pint got half. Use as a base but would not buy a evening meal from there. Shower not very powerful and lift so slow. Staff friendly enough.
A, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Rooms are small, so be prepared if you are a family of 3 or 4. It was hard finding room to open suitcases. The location was great. Very close to tram and bus stations. There’s also a mall across the street. A lot of great restaurants nearby. Breakfast was satisfactory. My son enjoyed the pancake machine!
Christina, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a transit stay. Okay
Prabhu, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

nice hotel, a little dated, nice people that were accomidating. Close to wharf and restaurants/shops
Philip, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really good

The hotel was clean and comfortable, and the staff were great. They were really nice and helpful, especially Jamie, who had a great attitude and made sure to fix a problem with our food order.
Vanina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Edinburgh trip

The Hotel was cleaning and the bed was comfortable. I enjoyed my stay and I am actually staying there again in a few weeks.
Jean-Paul, 2-night trip