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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG

Edinburgh Scotland
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM
Tread lightly and travel consciously at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG, where sustainability meets exceptional hospitality, a 4-minute walk from Royal Mile and 6 minutes by foot from University of Edinburgh. This hotel is 9 minutes walk to Grassmarket and 15 minutes walk to Scottish Parliament.

Enjoy green luxury featuring complimentary high-speed WiFi, a 23-inch flat-screen TV, air conditioning, a private bathroom with premium toiletries, in-room coffee & tea facilities and daily housekeeping, with eco-friendly finishes. Conveniences include wheelchair-accessibility and a desk.

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Property Details

Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility. Additional amenities at this hotel include a vending machine and bike parking.

  • Distance from property (meters) - 200
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vending machine
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Television in common areas
  • Free WiFi
  • Bicycle parking available
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Elevator door width (inches) - 64
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • LED light bulbs
  • Elevator door width (centimeters) - 163
  • Vegan menu options available
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • No accessible shuttle
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Vegetarian menu options available
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Distance from property (ft) - 656
  • Luggage storage
  • Free breakfast
  • Water dispenser
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily
  • Smoke-free property
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Use of nearby fitness center (discount)
  • Offsite parking discounted rates available
  • Elevator
  • Double-glazing on all windows
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Total number of rooms - 78
  • Number of floors - 5

Check-in

Check-in is from 3:00 PM until anytime. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. 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.

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • 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

Other details

Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Museum of Childhood - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Royal Mile - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Festival Theatre - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Parliament House - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
City Chambers - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Real Mary King's Close - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
University of Edinburgh - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
St. Giles' Cathedral - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
City Art Centre - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Museum of Edinburgh - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
National Museum of Scotland - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Holyrood Park - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Potterrow Student Centre - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Edinburgh Dungeon - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Grassmarket - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
The preferred airport for Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG is Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 13 km / 8.1 mi

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • Parking height restrictions apply.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Hotel policies

General

  • Professional property host/manager
  • Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)
  • FuturePlus
  • LGBTQIA+ friendly
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Essential workers only - NO

Pets

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets allowed

Other charges

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 18 per day (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

300 Cowgate, Edinburgh, Scotland EH1 1NA, United Kingdom
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