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EXPRESS Start™ Breakfast
The real breakfast of champions? The kind that's included and waiting for you every morning. We've got a whole buffet full of offerings ready to help kick start your day.
EXPRESS ESSENTIALS
We're big on the little things. Like Wi-Fi, coffee and tea, and all the in-room conveniences that make you feel right at home, even when you're away.
EXPRESS RECHARGE
Power up while you power down. Conveniently placed outlets, a plush duvet, your pick of pillows, and a quiet place to settle in means you'll get some solid shut-eye.
Explore Our Hotel
A smart hotel in Edinburgh's Old Town, with fresh-design rooms and breakfast included
Holiday Inn Express® Edinburgh - Royal Mile hotel is a 10-minute walk from hilltop Edinburgh Castle.
Direct trains to Glasgow and London travel from Edinburgh Waverley station, less than 10 minutes away on foot. Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is around 30 minutes by car. The elegant Georgian buildings housing flagship stores and chic boutiques on Princes Street and George Street are a relaxed stroll away. If you’re a lover of literature, the Writers' Museum has intriguing exhibits on Burns, Scott and Stevenson. Take a tour of the lavish rooms of the 16th-century Palace of Holyrood house, the Scottish Royal residence. Our knowledgeable staff are happy to give you more insider tips for your Edinburgh stay.
At this hotel you can enjoy:
- Free WiFi
- Blackout curtains
- A fully equipped meeting room
- Convenient parking
Fuel up for a big day with the included Express Start™ Breakfast, with English and continental choices. Our warm, welcoming open plan lobby area is perfect for a quick coffee, a relaxed pint or just surfing the net. Any time you’re feeling peckish, you can order from the All Day Dining menu. Your Next Generation room blends soothing tones with splashes of colour, and offers convenient USB ports for your devices.
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Guest Rooms
The hotel's bright, modern rooms come with air conditioning and power showers. Catch the latest news on the flat-screen TV as you enjoy a freshly made cup of tea, or check your emails at the desk with free WiFi. Travelling with kids? Family rooms have a sofa bed especially for the children.
Room Features
Sleep
- Black-out Shades
- Pillow Menu
- Iron/Ironing Board
- In-Room Heating and A/C Controls
- Sofa Bed/Sleeper Couch
Bathroom/Personal Care
- Private Bathroom
- Bathroom Amenities Available
- Hair Dryer
- Separate/Walk-in Shower
In-Room Features
- Coffee Maker
- Tea Maker
- Flat-screen TV
- Work Desk with Lamp
- Desk-level Electrical Outlet
- Cable/Satellite
- Stereo/Radio
- Direct-dial Phone
- 120AC
- Windows Open by Guest
Added Value
- Connecting Rooms Available
- Oversized Bath Towels
- Complimentary Coffee/Tea Supplies
Eat & Drink
Eat & Drink
Begin your day with the hearty, inclusive Express Start Breakfast buffet. In the lobby lounge bar, you can tuck into tasty pizza or chicken tikka from the 24-hour snack menu, relax on a sofa over drinks with friends, or catch live, big-screen sports.
- Breakfast Buffet Included
- Continental Breakfast Included
- Off-site Restaurant Delivery Available
Hotel Bars & Lounges
Express bar
Our hotel bar can be found next to the reception on the ground floor. A selection of alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages and snacks are available to purchase as well as a limited hot menu of pizzas and currys. The favourite Mackays ice cream is also a great treat.
Location: Edinburgh city centre Royal Mile
Hours of Operation: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Connect
Business Services
- 1 Meeting Room(s) Available
- Printer
- Copier
Internet Access
- Free High-Speed Internet in all Rooms
- Wireless Internet service is free for all IHG® Rewards Club members
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Housekeeping & Laundry
- Daily Housekeeping
Added Value
- Wake Up Calls
- Storage Space Available
Hotel Details
300 Cowgate
Edinburgh, EH1 1NA
United Kingdom
Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Check-in Age: 18
Accessibility + -
- Public Entrance
- Guest Rooms
- Lifts
- Public Restrooms
Accessible Hotel Areas
- Ramp Access
- Visual Alarm/Alert in Guest Rooms
Provided by Hotel
Pet Policy + -
- Pets Allowed
- Guide Dogs Allowed
- Pet Fee per Night: 20 GBP
- You are most welcome to bring your pet to our hotel. The cost is 20 GBP per night as a cleaning charge. One dog per room. Dogs are not allowed in the Great Room or public lounge unless they are Assistance Dogs.
Facility + -
- Smoke-Free Facility
- Number of Floors: 6
- Total Number of Rooms: 78
- Number of Non-Smoking Rooms: 78
- Number of Accessible Rooms: 3
- Connecting Rooms Available
- Public Spaces Renovated in: 2017
- Guest Rooms Renovated in: 2016
Languages + -
- English
- Polish
Credit Cards + -
- American Express
- Visa
- MasterCard
- Diners Club
- Carte Blanche
- Discover
- Business Advantage
Limited Time Edinburgh Offers
Dynamic Earth Edinburgh
Family day out
Visit Dynamic Earth with the family. Chance to experience the primeval forces of nature that shaped our planet and to journey through space and time!
Giant Lanterns at Edinburgh Zoo
15th Nov - 26th Jan
The giant lanterns are back with a bite this winter at Edinburgh Zoo. Be transported back in time where roar-some wonderful creatures ruled the earth!
Edinburgh Christmas Markets
17th Nov - 5th Jan
Spend the festive season in Edinburgh! The traditional Christmas markets are back in the heart of Edinburgh offering unique shopping for every visitor
Our Highlights
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Amazing Hotel Situated in an Ideal Location
Breakfast included in all stays!
Amazing Hotel Situated in an Ideal Location
The Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile Hotel is ideal for visiting Edinburgh as it is only a 7-minute walk away from the historic Edinburgh Castle where you will get the best views of the city! Also, only a 6-minute walk away from the main train station, Edinburgh Waverley.
Call +44-0131-5248400
Breakfast included in all stays!
Begin your day with an Express Breakfast. The Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile offers one of the best buffet breakfasts. Enjoy both hot and cold items each day!
Call +44-131-5248400