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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre

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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, Picardy Place, Edinburgh -0800 031 8416
Area: Edinburgh New Town - Princes Street
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4.15
HOTEL RATING: 
VERY GOOD
4.15 out of 5 (2238 Ratings)
1.5 miles Usher Hall Edinburgh
v6 mins driving
UBER from £4-6
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The Spotlight on Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre

Smart, Central Stay in Edinburgh's New Town

Modern comfort meets Georgian charm at the Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre. Housed in a historic building just five minutes from Princes Street and Edinburgh Waverley Station, this hotel is a reliable and budget-conscious choice for music fans visiting Scotland's capital.
Rooms are simple but well-equipped, with free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and fresh tea and coffee. Every stay includes a complimentary hot and cold buffet breakfast—perfect fuel after a late night out.

Why Concert-goers love it

Just a short stroll from major venues like the Edinburgh Playhouse and the many bars and clubs of the New Town, this hotel makes it easy to get to and from your show. The location across from the Omni Centre means late-night dining and entertainment are right outside your door. Add in flexible check-in from 15:00 and a relaxed lounge bar for winding down, and you’ve got a great base for your concert night.

Who this Hotel is great for

  • Groups of friends who want walkable nightlife and easy access to shows
  • Solo travelers catching a bucket-list gig
  • Couples planning a concert weekend getaway
  • Fans looking for a quieter place to recharge after the encore
  • Budget-conscious music lovers who want value without sacrificing comfort

Food and Drink Options

The hotel offers a free daily buffet breakfast with hot and cold options—ideal after a night out. While there’s no full-service restaurant on-site, the relaxed lounge bar serves drinks (including a wide range of whiskies), and the hotel is surrounded by restaurants with evening menus. The Omni Centre across the street has even more dining choices, many open late.

Nightlife Options

You’re steps away from some of Edinburgh’s best nightlife. The Omni Centre features bars, restaurants, and even a cinema, while nearby George Street and Broughton Street are packed with pubs and lounges. Back at the hotel, the casual lounge bar is a great spot for a nightcap with local spirits.

What People Say

Guests love the central location, with many reviews highlighting how easy it is to walk to venues and city attractions. The friendly staff, clean rooms, and included breakfast also get consistent praise. Many mention the hotel as a great base for exploring the city before or after a show.

Areas for Improvement

Rooms are on the smaller side, and the décor is more functional than flashy. Some guests have noted occasional street noise—expected in a city centre location—but nothing that a pair of earplugs couldn’t fix.

The Bottom Line

For concert-goers, the Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre offers unbeatable location, comfort, and value—just steps from the action without the high price tag.
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Free Parking
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Fitness Center
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Other Amenities
` Free Breakfast
` Meeting/Banquet Facilities
` Room Service
` Safety Deposit Box
` Air Conditioning
` Babysitting/Child Services
` Bar
` 24-Hour Front Desk
` Express Check-In/Check-Out
` Elevator
` Coffee shop
` Hair dryer
` Coffee/tea maker
` Shared kitchen
` Wheelchair accessible
` On-site parking
` telephone
` kitchenware
` Designated Smoking Area
` Family Rooms
` Free Wi-Fi
` Kitchen
` Off-Site parking
` Radio
` Daily Housekeeping
` English
` Bulgarian
` Portuguese
` Romanian
` Russian
` Spanish
` Convenience Store
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Parking Available
` gift/souvenir shop
` taxi service
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Bicycle parking
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` Invoices
` Hygiene certification
` Staff trained in safety protocol
` Temperature check for guests and staff
` Free face masks
` Grocery delivery
` Contactless check-in/out
` Food delivery
` Accessible rooms through interior corridor available
` ATM or cash withdraw on site
` Car rental available
` CCTV security in common areas
` Daily disinfection
` Facilities for disabled guests available
` Ironing amenities
` Kid-friendly dinning
` Laundry services
` Luggage storage & lockers
` Non-smoking property
` Safety chain and/or latch on doors available
` Separate shower/bathtub
` Tennis court & equipment
` Toiletries provided
` TV & Movies/Shows
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
` Individually-wrapped food options
` Air conditioning in public area
` Heating in public area
` Alternative meal arrangement
` Trash cans
` Desk/workspace available
` Professional cleaning services
` Cleaning products available
` Clothes drying rack
` Pets allowed (charges may apply)
` Parking available (charges may apply)

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Very Good (4.15 out of 5)

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Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Maria Sun, 29 June 2025

No complaints. We had a...

Liked: Very central to everything. Great location.
Disliked: Rooms were extremely small for a family of 4. Would’ve appreciated daily cleaning of room, only had towel changes.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Lynsey Sat, 28 June 2025

Exceptional

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Balakrishnan Fri, 27 June 2025

Of course, I must say,...

Liked: Location is excellent. Right in the Centre of the city. One can walk down to most of the happening places. Many restaurants around.
Disliked: Check in was a bit of challenge. We were given rooms on the 6th level. Unfortunately, that day the lift to the 6th floor was not functional. So, all of us with kids and baggage had to use the lift going to 5th floor. From 5th floor we had to climb the stairs to the 6th floor carrying our heavy luggage. There were few of us who were of old age, and we had some difficulty in reaching our rooms. Also, there is a slope or steps from the lobby to the lift landing area. This also proved to be a bit of challenge, what with the heavy baggage that we were carrying.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Anonymous Wed, 25 June 2025

Hotel was perfect for our...

Liked: Breakfast was very good we asked for gluten free and that was no problem. Thankyou
Disliked: Everything was just right for out stay

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Rafael Wed, 25 June 2025

Great hotel

Liked: Location and staff friendliness

3

Pleasant - 3.0 out of 5

Lynn Wed, 25 June 2025

Pleasant

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Anonymous Mon, 23 June 2025

Exceptional

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Muhammad Mon, 23 June 2025

Amazing Hotel at great location

Disliked: My stay at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre was truly amazing. The location is perfect—right in the heart of the city, making it easy to explore nearby attractions. The breakfast was satisfying, and I especially enjoyed the coffee. The hotel was clean, comfortable, and well-managed, and I didn’t encounter a single issue during my stay. Highly recommended for both business and leisure travelers!

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Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Travellingbutterfly Mon, 23 June 2025

Very good

Liked: Breakfast was good, location excellent, shops and places to eat nearby and easy walking distance to main attractions and The Royal Mile, room and bathroom clean,

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Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Hayley Sun, 22 June 2025

Good stay

Liked: Location was good. All staff were friendly,helpful and approachable
Disliked: There were no instructions/guide in the room on how to use the heating/air-conditioning. I ended up using the Internet at 2am to work it out. I ended up having to download an app to use remotely during our stay.

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