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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Royal Yacht Britannia

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Property entrance
Exterior
Free daily self-serve breakfast
Property amenity
Room amenity
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront sits along the scenic waterfront with self-serve breakfast and impressive views. Guests can relax with coffee or newspapers in the lobby or visit the bar after a day exploring the nearby Royal Mile.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
The current price is P7,794
P9,352 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Pillow menu
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Pillow menu
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Pillow menu
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Pillow menu
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Pillow menu
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Leith, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG is in a shopping district. St James Quarter and Royal Mile are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Royal Botanic Garden and Edinburgh Zoo. Royal Yacht Britannia and Palace of Holyroodhouse are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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Britannia Way, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH6 6JJ

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Port - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Royal Yacht Britannia - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Royal Mile - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 7 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Ocean Terminal Station - 3 min walk
  • Brunstane Station - 9 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Port Of Leith Distillery Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪PizzaExpress - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dolphin Chip Shop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Irish Dude Coffee And Food - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

Hotel near Royal Yacht Britannia
Located close to Royal Botanic Garden and St James Quarter, Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG provides free self-serve breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and an elevator
  • A vending machine, a TV in the lobby, and luggage storage
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 145 rooms have comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LED TVs with digital channels
  • Free infant beds, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1999
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: GBP 10.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG?

As of Sep 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG on Oct 19, 2025 start from P 7,793.59, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG?

Self parking is available for GBP 10.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG located?

Located in Leith, this hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Royal Yacht Britannia and within 3 mi (5 km) of Royal Botanic Garden and St James Quarter. Palace of Holyroodhouse and Royal Mile are also within 3 mi (5 km). Ocean Terminal Station is only a 3-minute walk and Newhaven Station is 9 minutes.

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