Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG

3 stars
Britannia Way, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
8.1
Very good
based on 4605 reviews
4,605 reviews
Wed 24/9
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Thu 25/9
1 room, 2 guests
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Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
£50
Double room
£57
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Overview

Steps from The Royal Yacht Britannia in Edinburgh, Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront provides modern accommodation close to shops and eateries. It is close to Ocean Terminal.

There are a variety of facilities available to guests of the hotel, including a 24-hour reception, laundry facilities and meeting facilities. A ticket service, luggage storage and a safe are also provided.

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront's 145 relaxed rooms provide a telephone, plus all the necessities for a comfortable stay.

The hotel features a convenient in-house café where guests can grab a bite to eat before heading out to discover the local area. Each evening, guests are welcome to relax in the cosy lounge bar.

Edinburgh Airport is a 30-minute drive from Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront. Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street are close by.

8.1
Very good rating
Based on 4,605 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG

Wed 24/9
Thu 25/9
Standard Room
1 double bed
£50
nightly with fees
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£58
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
£79
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Double room
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£57
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1 double bed
£89
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1 double bed
£100
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Amenities at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible by lift
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Bathroom

  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

General

  • Family rooms
  • Sofa
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Safety deposit box
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Parking (surcharge)

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Workspace

  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG

8.1
Very good
4605 verified ratings
Wonderful
2031
Very good
1125
Good
816
Okay
282
Fair
198
Mediocre
63
Poor
90

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally liked the location of the hotel, noting its accessibility and proximity to downtown. However, many reviews highlighted significant issues with service and cleanliness, with complaints about rude staff, unclean rooms, and poor breakfast options. Overall, while some guests found the atmosphere pleasant, the negative experiences with service and hygiene overshadowed the positives.
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Location8.5 out of 10
Service1 out of 10
Cleanliness0.5 out of 10
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Wonderful
Tammy, Jul 2023
The staff were wonderful!!
9.1
Wonderful
dominic, Feb 2019
Pros (+) Bed was really comfortable . Buses stop outside hotel every 5 minutes. Staff really nice .
Cons (-) Bed sheets weren’t changed all week, would of liked them changed at least once . Eggs were a little over cooked
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Mar 2017
Pros (+) Cleanliness, free parking, free breakfast
Cons (-) Air conditioner extremely noisy and leaked on carpet

Location

Britannia Way, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh

What's nearby

  • Royal Yacht Britannia407 yd
  • Royal Botanic Garden1.5 mi
  • Calton Hill1.6 mi
  • Edinburgh City Centre1.7 mi
  • St. Andrew Square1.8 mi
  • Holyrood Palace1.8 mi
  • Scottish Parliament Building1.9 mi
  • Princes Street2 mi
  • Princes Street Gardens2 mi
  • The Royal Mile2.1 mi
  • St Giles' Cathedral2.1 mi
  • Edinburgh Castle2.2 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG

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£208
Cheapest month to stay with an average 41% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 26% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and December.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £157, while the most expensive was £218.
  • How long should you stay at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG

  • Where is Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG located?

    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG is located at Britannia Way, Ocean Drive in Leith, 2 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. Royal Yacht Britannia is the closest landmark to Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG.

  • Does Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG from the airport?

    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG is 7.7 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG is 33.2 miles from Dundee.

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