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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile

3.0 of 5
300 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1NA, Scotland (South Side)
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

A usual holiday inn express, however the room I had was sort of in a cellar - the room had a window but was quite high and looked our at pavement level. The breakfast area was also underground - I didn't see any daylight. Also a previous occupant of the room I had clearly smoked and had that stale smokey... More

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Toronto, Canada
Senior Contributor
28 reviews 28 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

As a value hotel, this property has it all: easy walk to most attractions & places to eat/drink (one uphill block to the Royal Mile); fabulous staff (especially Vicki) who gave us perfect directions & advice, all with good cheer; small but brilliantly design-efficient rooms; comfortable beds; quiet, and a solid self-serve breakfast with both hot and cold choices. WiFi... More

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hiexpressrm, Front Office Manager at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, responded to this review
20 May 2013

Thank you for your kind word in your review. Positive comments such as yours give the whole team a lift and makes all their hard work worthwhile. I hope to welcome you back to our hotel on your future visits to Edinburgh. More

Europe
Top Contributor
70 reviews 70 reviews
27 hotel reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

The Good: Located near the Royal Mile Clean room and clean bathroom Excellent service from staff Reasonably priced The Bad: Small room Although room was clean, sofa bed looked dusty Poor noise insulation Poor breakfast (we went out for breakfast after the first morning) Horrible bed (so soft that you can feel every spring on you bum or back!) To... More

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Warsaw, Poland
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16 reviews 16 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

My husband and I stayed at the Holiday Inn Express during our one day stop in Edinburgh. The hotel was very clean and the front desk staff was friendly. The room was enough space for the two of us and seemed pretty modern. The wifi worked just fine for us. The breakfast was basic (cereal, yogurt, assorted breads, eggs, sausage,... More

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hiexpressrm, Front Office Manager at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay with us. I am pleased you enjoyed your stay and would hope to welcome you back to our hotel on your next trip to Edinburgh. More

London, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

What can I say about our Edinburgh trip?.. All I can remember was that we truly enjoyed our trip to Edinburgh. It helped that the hotel we were staying was really hospitable and accommodating. It was located a few streets away from royal mile. I believe that the front was located in Cowgate, but nevertheless from Royal Mile, it was... More

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Delhi, in, National Capital Territory of Delhi, India
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39 reviews 39 reviews
33 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

Stayed at this hotel for a few nights in mar-2013. The property is tucked away in a side lane off the high street. The area is quite lively with a lot of pubs and restaurants around. the hotel had free interned which was a change from most cheap hotels in edinburgh. Continental breakfast served in the basement diner was ok.... More

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IHGCare, Guest Relations Manager at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, responded to this review
16 May 2013

Dear TrippieDvisor, Thank you for your feedback. We take our guest comments very seriously and always strive to provide comfortable and friendly accommodations. We appreciate your nice comment regarding our staff. However, We’re sorry we fell below your expectation regarding food selection. We will look into this point. We hope you give us a chance in the future to show... More

Brighton, United Kingdom
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35 reviews 35 reviews
19 hotel reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

This is a functional, modern hotel which is in the 'Royal Mile' but it fronts onto Cowgate which is south of the main road between Holyrood and the Castle. The reception staff were welcoming and friendly. The lobby area was clean but not spacious. Security in the hotel was good with a keycard required to operate the lift as well... More

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berkshire
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21 reviews 21 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

Hotel superbly located in centre of city, clean comfortable rooms, friendly staff. Breakfast offering very good, as a card holder the complimentary coffees went down well. Rooms basic but comfortable and reasonably roomy. Bathroom door that acts as a door for the WC also is a pain, keeps slamming shut. Main criticism is the TV offering, poor quality picture and... More

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hiexpressrm, Front Office Manager at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, responded to this review
27 April 2013

Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay with us. I am glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Our free Wi-Fi service requires a new daily password for each device you wish to use – our front desk team are always available and happy to provide this. I am sorry you never liked the design of... More

Newcastle upon Tyne
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

We spent a couple of days here recently and would definitely stay here again. The location is excellent; nowhere in the city centre is to far to walk but as it is just off the Royal Mile, it's quiet. Breakfast is basic but good qualiy but be aware that the breakfast room is quite small and if the hotel is... More

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hiexpressrm, Front Office Manager at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, responded to this review
20 April 2013

We are extremely pleased to hear your recent stay was comfortable. Thank you very much and please do come back to stay again if you ever decide to explore further our beautiful city. It will be wonderful to welcome you back. More

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

Stayed for a weekend with husband and 2 kids. Location is great - just a few minutes from the Royal Mile but away from the more lively pubs. The room was big enough for a double bed and a double sofa bed for the kids with a good bathroom with a clever door which closes on the loo and allows... More

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hiexpressrm, Front Office Manager at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, responded to this review
20 April 2013

Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay with us, I am pleased you enjoyed stay with us. We try our best to make our guests feel at home. Our front desk team are available 24 hours a day and are always happy to help. Our Free breakfast is a great to start to any day –... More

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What travellers say

  • Great location(13)
  • Very friendly(13)
  • Old town(10)
  • Continental breakfast(7)
  • Front desk staff(7)
  • Very good(7)
  • Friendly and helpful(6)
  • Breakfast room(5)
  • Budget hotel(5)
  • Very clean(5)

Additional Information about Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile

Address: 300 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1NA, Scotland
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Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > Edinburgh > South Side
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Pets Allowed Restaurant
Hotel Style:
#23 Family Hotels in Edinburgh
#34 Business Hotels in Edinburgh
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Edinburgh city centre budget hotels don't come any better than the Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh-Royal Mile hotel, Edinburgh's only Express hotel with air conditioned guestrooms. There's FREE Wi-Fi internet access in the public areas and cabled access in the guestrooms plus an extensive complimentary continental breakfast buffet too - this Edinburgh budget hotel is sure to be a popular choice! As the name suggests Edinburgh's newest superior budget hotel is located in Edinburgh's quaint Old Town, just moments from the historic Royal Mile, Waverley Train Station and internationally renowned attractions such as Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, Scottish Parliament Building, Princes Street and more. For sports fans the Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh-Royal Mile hotel is within easy reach of Murrayfield Stadium, home of Scottish Rugby, as well as Hearts Football Club & Hibernian Football Club. For meetings in Edinburgh our fully equipped, air conditioned meeting room can accommodate up to 40 delegates. Thanks to our FREE Wi-Fi internet access delegates meeting in Edinburgh can keep in touch while on the go! Our location is perfect for delegates attending the Edinburgh International Conference Centre. NCP Car park 3 mins walk. 20% discount available. ... more   less 
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