Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG
- Pets allowed
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safety deposit box
- Luggage storage
About this property
This modern hotel is next to the Ocean Terminal shopping centre and the Royal Yacht Britannia. It has paid onsite parking, air-conditioned rooms and regular buses to the city centre stop outside. The modern en suite rooms 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, yoghurts 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 centre are less than 2.5 miles away. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 12 km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Parking on site
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Sustainability
- FuturePlus
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Denise
United Kingdom
“Brilliant location close to Tram line. Good breakfast. Clean rooms and comfortable beds.” - Lorraine
Canada
“Breakfast had plenty of options and staff were quick and efficient. Easy access to transit. Friendly staff and guests.” - Patricia
Ireland
“The hotel was very nice staff were very helpful with a lovely buffet breakfast and it was in a good location to explore other areas of Edinburgh with great transport links 😀” - Sara
United Kingdom
“The buffet breakfast was excellent with a wide range of choice.” - Lucie
Iceland
“The hotel was nice, the beds were comfortable, and the bathroom was relatively clean (though there is still room for improvement). The staff were very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was okay, with a decent variety of food such as eggs, toast,...” - Pamela
Australia
“Convenient location. All necessary facilities. Tram close by. Free breakfast” - Helen
United Kingdom
“Room 125 was lovely. I liked the Dove shampoo and body wash. The door set up in the bathroom so you can shut off the loo is a great facility. Close to Ocean Terminal and trams/buses to Edinburgh centre and airport.” - Margaret
United Kingdom
“Staff very nice. Good parking facility and good location..” - Cyrus
India
“Location was good and a bit cut off from the humdrum of the city. The breakfast can have more variety esp the eggs as it was boring to eat the same breakfast every day” - Lmcdaid08
United Kingdom
“Stayed here a few times. Frequent bus/ tram service within 5 minutes walk to city centre. Comfy bed, blackout curtains, great shower & excellent breakfast. £10 to park overnight too. Uber from city centre home at midnight was only £10.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.





The fine print
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.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.