Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG | Hotel in Edinburgh

| 8.1 (6148 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  6 Bathrooms  14 Guests
Leith Hotel | Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

Hotel in Leith, Edinburgh

This modern hotel is next to the Ocean Terminal shopping center and the Royal Yacht Britannia. It has paid onsite parking, air-conditioned rooms and regular busses to the city center stop outside. The modern rooms with attached bathroom have a hairdryer, wall mounted TVs with Freeview, work desk, power shower, and tea and coffee making facilities. There are also USB charger ports, an iron and an ironing board in every room. Guests can relax in the modern lounge area, offering free WiFi, or make use of the all day dining and stylish bar which serves coffees, teas, premium spirits, craft beers and world wines. Pizzas are served 24 hours a day and food service includes paninis, soup and burgers. A free buffet breakfast is included and offers continental items such as pastries, yogurts and fruits, as well as hot items including, bacon, scrambled eggs, sausages and beans. The Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront is in the old port area. The area's shops, bars and restaurants are just a short walk away. Princes Street, Royal Botanic Gardens, Palace of Holyroodhouse, St James Quarter, Edinburgh Dungeon, Edinburgh Castle, Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station and the city center are less than 2.5 miles away. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 7.5 mi from the property.

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG is located in Edinburgh.

This 127 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Wheelchair Accessible, Guest Services, Restaurant, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 6148 reviews with the average score of 8.1 . Coming to Edinburgh and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Wine/Champagne
Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Parking
General
  • Safe
  • Air conditioning
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Heating
  • Pet friendly
  • Smoke-free property
  • Family rooms
  • Elevator
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
Guest Services
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Security/Safety
  • CCTV outside property
  • Security alarm
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key card access
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • First aid kits available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Cashless payment available
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed upon request and charges may apply.

If booking a double room with sofa bed and you require the hotel to set up the extra bed, please inform the hotel via the special requests box during the booking process, please note that cash payments are not allowed, pets are welcome at our hotel. an additional charge of gbp 30 per pet per stay applies, please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, please note that guests may be assigned a different room type and bed configurations.parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.88
Location:
8.29
Staff:
8.85
Facilities:
8.16
Comfort:
8.45
Cleanliness:
8.54
Keith
Jan 26, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Modern, clean and comfortable. Good location in Leith. On bus and tram routes for city centre.
Negative: Not applicable
Summary: Good Hotel in a Good Location
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Standard Twin Room with Free Hot Breakfast
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 11 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Standard Twin Room with Free Hot Breakfast

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Free toiletries, Shower, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Towels, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Toilet

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Satellite channels

General

Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Heating, Carbon monoxide detector, Carpeted, Iron, Key card access, Trash cans

Living Area

Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Standard Double Room with Free Hot Breakfast
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Standard Double Room with Free Hot Breakfast

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Free toiletries, Shower, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Towels, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Toilet

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Satellite channels

General

Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Heating, Carbon monoxide detector, Carpeted, Iron, Key card access, Trash cans

Living Area

Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Double Room with Free Hot Breakfast - Accessible
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Double Room with Free Hot Breakfast - Accessible

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Free toiletries, Shower, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Towels, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Toilet

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Satellite channels

General

Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Heating, Carbon monoxide detector, Carpeted, Iron, Key card access, Trash cans

Living Area

Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Toilet with grab rails, Raised toilet, Hearing accessible, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Shower chair, Lower sink, Accessible by elevator, Emergency cord in bathroom, Roll-in shower

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Standard Double Room with Sofa Bed and Free Hot Breakfast
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed
Standard Double Room with Sofa Bed and Free Hot Breakfast

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Free toiletries, Shower, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Towels, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Toilet

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Satellite channels

General

Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Heating, Carbon monoxide detector, Carpeted, Iron, Key card access, Trash cans

Living Area

Sofa, Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Sofa bed, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Room allocated on Arrival with Free Hot Breakfast
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 11 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Room allocated on Arrival with Free Hot Breakfast

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Free toiletries, Shower, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Towels, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Toilet

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Satellite channels

General

Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Heating, Carbon monoxide detector, Carpeted, Iron, Key card access, Trash cans

Living Area

Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Standard King Room with Free Hot Breakfast
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 12 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Standard King Room with Free Hot Breakfast

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Free toiletries, Shower, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Towels, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Toilet

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Satellite channels

General

Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Heating, Carbon monoxide detector, Carpeted, Iron, Key card access, Trash cans

Living Area

Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
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