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300 Cowgate, Edinburgh, EH1 1NA, United Kingdom
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Quiet rooms with city views
Enjoy a peaceful stay in modern rooms, some offering scenic city views, ensuring a tranquil escape from the bustling city.
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Family-friendly accommodations
Rooms are equipped with sofa beds and children under 18 stay free, making it an ideal choice for families exploring Edinburgh.
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Steps from Royal Mile attractions
Discover Edinburgh's historic heart with a short walk to iconic landmarks like Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Park, and the Royal Mile.
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Secure luggage storage
Take advantage of secure luggage storage services, allowing you to explore the city unencumbered before check-in or after check-out.
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Delicious hot and cold breakfast
Start your day with a varied buffet featuring both continental and traditional hot items, including fresh fruit and gluten-free options.
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Thoughtfully designed compact rooms
Experience smartly designed rooms that maximize space, featuring comfortable beds, excellent showers, and essential amenities for a pleasant stay.
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Rooms
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)
- 1 1 Double Bed
- Sleeps 4
- 205 sq ft
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)
- 1 1 Double Bed
- Sleeps 2
- 205 sq ft
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Free Hot Breakfast)
- 1 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
- Sleeps 3
- 205 sq ft
Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)
- 1 1 Twin Bed
- Sleeps 2
- 205 sq ft
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Excellent
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Review summary
Summarized by AI from 300+ reviews · Last updated: 8 Sept 2025
This summary is generated by AI and is just meant to provide a quick overview. Consider checking important info with the property.
This hotel stands out for its exceptional central location, placing guests just moments from the Royal Mile and many of Edinburgh's iconic attractions. Its signature feature is the consistently praised friendly and helpful staff, who go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant stay. This makes the hotel an excellent fit for sightseers and families looking to explore the city on foot, as well as solo travelers seeking a secure and welcoming base. Most guests appreciate the comfortable accommodations and the complimentary breakfast, which provides a convenient start to the day. For an enhanced experience, guests are advised to clarify room specifics upon booking, especially regarding bed types and potential noise levels, and to take advantage of the staff's local knowledge for recommendations.
Rated above average for Edinburgh
Guest reviews
Excellent65%
Very good20%
Good8%
Fair3%
Poor4%
Top amenities
- WiFi in lobby
- WiFi in rooms
- Parking
- Pets
- A/C
- Hotel bar
All amenities
Property amenities
- Business centre
- Entrance hall/lobby
- Express check-in/check-out
- Lift
- Parking
- Pet friendly
- Bar
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour reception
- Snack bar
- Laundry service
- WiFi in public areas
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accessible parking
Room amenities
- Shower
- Ironing board
- Openable windows
- Television
- Hairdryer
- Central heating
- Electric kettle
- Air conditioning
- Pay-TV
- Radio
- Satellite TV
- Desk
Sports facilities
- Golf course
Hotel characteristics
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Food and drinks
- Diabetic food
For children
- Kid meals
Location
300 Cowgate, Edinburgh, EH1 1NA, United Kingdom
Distance from Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile By Ihg
Edinburgh:0.4 miles
Edinburgh Airport:6.8 miles
Edinburgh Waverley:0.3 miles
Edinburgh Castle:0.6 miles
Hmy Britannia:2.3 miles
Palace of Holyroodhouse:0.5 miles
The Scottish Parliament:0.4 miles
Rosslyn Chapel:6.6 miles
Murrayfield Stadium:2.2 miles
St Giles' Cathedral:0.2 miles
Scott Monument:0.4 miles
Easter Road Stadium:1.1 miles
Explore nearby attractions
- Edinburgh Airport
- Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station
- Murrayfield Stadium
- Edinburgh Castle
- Edinburgh Playhouse
- Leith
- Haymarket
- Royal Mile
- Princes Street
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Dalmahoy
- Royal Highland Show
- Old Town
- Queensferry
- Grassmarket
- City Art Centre
- Edinburgh Park
- Braid Hills
- Corstorphine
- Port of Leith
- Dalmeny
- Portobello
- Rose Street
- Knockhill Racing Circuit
- Edinburgh's Hogmanay
- Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
- Bruntsfield
- Holyrood
- Portobello Beach
- Meadowbank Stadium
- Cowgate
- Edinburgh Marathon Festival
- The Falkirk Wheel
- University of Edinburgh
- Livingston Designer Outlet
- Stockbridge
- Ingliston
- George Street Area
- EICC
- New Town
- Festival Theatre
- Morningside
- St James Quarter
- Little France
- Rosslyn Chapel
- Stobo Castle
- Cameron Toll
- West End
- Princes Street Gardens
- Edinburgh Central Mosque
Property info
300 Cowgate, Edinburgh, EH1 1NA, United KingdomFrequently Asked Questions about Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile By Ihg
Is there a pool area at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile By Ihg?
No, Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile By Ihg doesn’t offer pool areas.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile By Ihg?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile By Ihg has a pet policy that may vary based on the room type or availability. Please check with the hotel directly to learn about their pet policy.
Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile By Ihg?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile By Ihg provides Parking, Accessible parking for guests.
What time is check-in and check-out at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile By Ihg?
Check-in at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile By Ihg is available from: . Check-out time is by .
Where is Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile By Ihg located?
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile By Ihg is located in 300 Cowgate, EH1 1NA, Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
The prices and availability we receive from booking sites change constantly. This means you may not always find the exact same offer you saw on trivago when you land on the booking site.
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