Name: Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre By Ihg
Address: Picardy Place, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH1 3JT
Price range: US$177+
Rating: 7.3

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About the Hotel

Picardy Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3JT

Near Calton Hill

Great

8.1

8.5

/10

3.9

4.0

Loved by Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre By Ihg guests

Excellent location

Impeccably clean room

Comfortable beds

Helpful staff

Pros

Free Express Start Breakfast with hot and cold options.

Central location, 0.5 km from Edinburgh Waverley station and major attractions.

Modern meeting rooms with complimentary Wi-Fi for business events.

Lounge Bar offers a variety of local beers, gins, and whiskies.

Pet-friendly rooms available with a £20 deposit per stay.

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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre By Ihg 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
130 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Air conditioning
Shower
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Standard Twin Room Hot
2 persons
120 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Air conditioning
Shower
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Standard Double Room Hot Accessible
2 persons
130 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Air conditioning
Shower
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Facilities

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre By Ihg offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Great

8.0/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
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

No parking available.

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre By Ihg Location

Picardy Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3JT

Map view

City landmarks

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

5100 ft

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

1.3 mi

Landmark

The Real Mary King's Close

3500 ft

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

4500 ft

Landmark

Royal Mile

4300 ft

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

4500 ft

Landmark

Calton Hill

2100 ft

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

4000 ft

Park

Princes Street Gardens

5000 ft

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

3000 ft

Landmark

The Scotch Whisky Experience

4600 ft

Monument

Scott Monument

2600 ft

Museum

Museum of Childhood

3200 ft

Landmark

Nelson Monument

2200 ft

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

3200 ft

Museum

Dynamic Earth

4500 ft

Nearby

Theatre

Edinburgh Playhouse

200 ft

Restaurants

Taste Of Italy

600 ft

9 Baxter's Place

The Playfair

300 ft

Omni Centre Leith Walk

Cafe Piccante

400 ft

19 Broughton Street

Artisan Roast

1000 ft

57 Broughton Street

Fed Sandwich Bar

700 ft

2A Forth Street

Cafe Elmrow

700 ft

3 Elm Row

Cafe Rapido

1000 ft

79 Broughton Street

Starbucks

1000 ft

3 Shrub Place Lane Leith Walk

Deli Fresco

1200 ft

41 Leith Street

Cafe Bellina

1300 ft

33 Elm Row

Explore Edinburgh

Local Highlights

Edinburgh Castle

19 minutes' walk

A historic fortress with stunning views, showcasing Scotland's royal heritage and poignant history.

National Museum of Scotland

17 minutes' walk

Home to diverse exhibits from Scottish history, culture, and science, with free admission and guided tours available.

Palace of Holyroodhouse

17 minutes' walk

Official residence of the monarch in Scotland, featuring beautiful gardens and historic exhibitions.

Scott Monument

10 minutes' walk

A Victorian Gothic tribute to Sir Walter Scott, featuring an observation platform with panoramic city views.

Arthur's Seat Hike

25 minutes' walk

A challenging hike offering spectacular views over Edinburgh; suitable for thrill-seekers and nature lovers.

Yoga at Yoga Garden

10 minutes' walk

Relaxation through yoga classes in a serene environment; perfect for winding down after a busy day.

Taste Of Italy

3 minutes' walk

Offers authentic Italian cuisine in a cozy setting, known for its pizzas and homemade pasta.

Cafe Piccante

2 minutes' walk

A casual cafe serving delicious breakfast and lunch options, focusing on fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

The Stand Comedy Club

10 minutes' walk

A vibrant venue for live comedy acts; features weekly shows that cater to all ages and tastes.

Usher Hall

15 minutes' walk

A renowned concert hall hosting various performances from concerts to cultural events in an elegant atmosphere.

Getting around

City Centre
Edinburgh 10 min · 2700 ft
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI) 24 min · 9.9 mi
Glasgow (GLA) 135 min · 55.7 mi
Train
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 8 min · 2000 ft
Bus
Bus stop 3 min · 700 ft

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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.

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:

Number of rooms:

188

Former name

holiday inn express edinburgh city centre, an ihg hotel

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre By Ihg from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

The Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre offers a prime location, with the tram conveniently stopping right outside, making access to the airport and attractions like the Playhouse and Royal Yacht Britannia straightforward. Many guests found the rooms spacious and clean, with comfortable beds and practical amenities like a hairdryer and AC unit. The buffet breakfast, starting early at 6:30 am, is frequently mentioned as a plus, though some guests have noted that the bathroom design can lead to a slightly wet floor after showering.

Review score

Based on 6 verified reviews

7.3 /10

Very good

100%

Recommend

Location

9.4/10

Staff

8.9/10

Value for money

7.6/10

Facilities

8.0/10

Pros

Excellent breakfast

Central location

Clean room

Comfortable bed

Friendly staff

Cons

No wardrobe

Inaccessible areas

based on 2551 reviews

4/5

Joseph from United Kingdom

Business traveller

Standard Room Hot

3 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: January 02, 2026

7/10

helpful staff great location sloping ceiling street noise

The staff was helpful. Breakfast included a good start to each day. I found the location great near lots of shops, eateries and public transport. Access to tourist attractions was easy.

The room I had was a little cramped with a sloping ceiling.

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Nathaniel from United Kingdom

Single

Standard Double Room Hot

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: February 07, 2026

9.0/10

Convenient Stay Near the Station

excellent location efficient assistance modern room

The location was GREAT. I walked easily to many attractions. The staff provided efficient assistance at all times. My room was modern and quite comfortable.

I noticed a small maintenance issue. A minor repair in the bathroom would be beneficial.

Rooms

9/10

The room had stylish decor and fast internet. Bedding seemed clean. I found everything to be quite satisfactory.

Dining

8/10

The breakfast buffet included varied options. There was something available for everyone. I found the food was AMAZING!!!

Location

10/10

The hotel is not too far from the train station. A tram stop is close by. I saw many bus stops nearby for easy access to attractions.

Facilities

9/10

The hotel offers luggage storage. I left my luggage safely before check-in. This was very convenient.

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Jonathan from United Kingdom

Business traveller

Standard Double Room Hot

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: February 01, 2026

6/10

Acceptable Stay, but Room Issues

malfunctioning heating cold room

The location proved convenient for my visit to the Playhouse.

The room was quite cold upon arrival. The heating did not appear to function correctly initially, and I had to request a heater. The front desk should address these issues promptly.. The staff should have notified me about the heating situation without me having to ask.

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Richard from United Kingdom

Business traveller

Standard Double Room Hot

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 14, 2025

7/10

great location comfortable bed nice breakfast damaged ceiling tiles stained carpet damaged carpet

The location was GREAT. It was close to major tourist attractions and the tram stop was just outside. The breakfast was REALLY nice. The bed and pillows were comfortable.

The room I was given looked onto the rear stairwell of a neighboring building. The ceiling tiles were damaged. The carpet was covered with stains and bleaching marks.

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Sophia from Greece

Single

standard twin room hot

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 11, 2025

9/10

convenient and clean stay

central location good food choice comfortable bed

the location was central.. i walked to many attractions. breakfast offered a very good choice of foods. the bed in my standard twin room hot was especially comfortable.

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Reese from United States

Single

Standard Double Room Hot

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: November 24, 2025

6/10

sagging mattress obvious issue

The location was close to the Playhouse Theatre and an indoor shopping complex.

The mattress in my room sagged badly (I was very uncomfortable). I reported it in the morning and again in the evening before it was finally replaced. I was disappointed this happened in the first place since it was quite obvious.

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