Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By Ihg

$$$$||View on mapEdinburgh, United KingdomBritannia Way, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH6 6JJ|
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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By Ihg
Britannia Way, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH6 6JJ·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.9Very good
Staff8.9
Free WiFi8.6
Location8.4
Cleanliness8.2
Comfort8.2
Who stays here
Families41%
Couples37%
Solo12%
Groups9%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.9Very good
Staff8.9
Free WiFi8.6
Location8.4
Cleanliness8.2
Comfort8.2
Who stays here
Families41%
Couples37%
Solo12%
Groups9%

Waterfront hotel in Leith with complimentary Express Start breakfast and direct tram access to Edinburgh city centre

Amenities & Services

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront offers a complimentary Express Start breakfast with continental and hot items like bacon, scrambled eggs, and sausages. The hotel has paid on-site parking at £10 per day and a 24-hour reception with luggage assistance. A vending machine and bar serve premium spirits, craft beers, and world wines alongside all-day snacks and beverages.

Rooms

Guest rooms at Holiday Inn Express Leith include a work desk, power shower, and USB charger ports in every room. Family rooms are available with sofa beds, and accessible rooms are also offered. Each room has a wall-mounted TV with Freeview, hairdryer, and tea and coffee making facilities.

Location

The hotel sits next to Ocean Terminal shopping centre and the Royal Yacht Britannia, a five-minute walk away. A tram stop directly outside connects to Edinburgh city centre and Edinburgh Airport via the Skylink 200 bus. Princes Street, Edinburgh Castle, and Royal Botanic Gardens are within 4 km.

Dining

In addition to the free buffet breakfast, Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront offers an evening dining menu with pizzas, burgers, curries, and more in the Great Room. The stylish bar serves coffees, teas, premium spirits, craft beers, and world wines. Special diet menus are available upon request.

Pet-Friendly & Family

The hotel is pet-friendly with designated areas and a comprehensive policy allowing dogs in certain rooms. Family rooms with sofa beds accommodate up to two children, and there is a focus on sustainability through the IHG Green Engage system. The location is also convenient for families visiting attractions like the Royal Yacht Britannia and Ocean Terminal.

  • Location: Next to Ocean Terminal and Royal Yacht Britannia, tram to city centre and airport
  • Rooms: Modern rooms with USB ports, power showers, and family rooms with sofa beds
  • Dining: Free Express Start breakfast daily, evening menu with pizzas, burgers, curries
  • Amenities: Paid on-site parking, 24-hour reception, bar with craft beers
  • Pet Policy: Pet-friendly with designated areas
  • Sustainability: IHG Green Engage system
  • Transport: Direct tram service from outside hotel
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP 0.1 per person. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Czech, Hungarian, Polish
Building
Number of floors:5
Number of rooms:127
Former name
holiday inn express edinburgh - leith waterfront, an ihg hotel
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Rooms and availability

Standard Double Room Mobility accessible
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed1 Double bed
Standard Double Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed2 Single beds1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

TV

Flat-screen TV

Lift
Check-in/ Check-out

Express check-in/ -out

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Cots

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By Ihg

💵 Lowest room price 109 £
📏 Distance to centre 3.3 km
✈️ Distance to airport 17.0 km
🧳 Nearest airport Edinburgh, EDI

Location

Britannia Way, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH6 6JJ
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Britannia Way, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH6 6JJ
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Britannia Way, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH6 6JJ
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Ocean Drive Ocean Terminal
Royal Yacht Britannia
400 m
Mall
Ocean Terminal
430 m
West Princess Garden Street Near Saint John's
Sir James Young Simpson Monument
240 m
Dock St
Leith Citadel railway
460 m
West Princess Garden Street Near Saint John's
Dean Ramsey Memorial
240 m
67 Commercial Street Leith
Custom House
340 m
Restaurant
Lee's Kitchen
120 m
Restaurant
Costa Coffee
290 m
Restaurant
Wrapchic
370 m
Restaurant
Fit Food Bistro
440 m
Restaurant
Tiso Summit Cafe
450 m
Restaurant
Belly Buster
530 m
Restaurant
The Haven Cafe
640 m
Restaurant
North Fort Cafe
560 m
Restaurant
Hung Fung
790 m
Restaurant
Williams and Johnson
750 m

Reviews of Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By Ihg

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FAQ about Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By Ihg

Which popular attractions are located near the Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, An Ihg Hotel hotel?
Highly rated landmark Scott Monument set 3.2 km from the Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, An Ihg Hotel hotel, as well as Kinloch Anderson placed only 7 minutes' walk away are well worth visiting.
Which landmarks are closest to Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, An Ihg Hotel hotel?
Guests of Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, An Ihg Hotel hotel can visit Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre (in close proximity to the accommodation), or Royal Yacht Britannia placed 5 minutes' walk away.
Can we park our car at the hotel?
The hotel offers parking spaces, located on site.
Are there any dining facilities close to the Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, An Ihg Hotel?
Guests of the Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, An Ihg Hotel can dine just outside in a diner Frankie & Benny's offering medium prices or sample Greek cuisine at Mr Nicks.
Can I eat breakfast at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, An Ihg Hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, An Ihg Hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the 3-star Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, An Ihg Hotel hotel?
Guests of the 3-star Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, An Ihg Hotel hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.
What payment methods are accepted in the 3-star Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, An Ihg Hotel hotel?
Payment methods in the 3-star Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, An Ihg Hotel hotel include:
  • Visa
  • American Express
  • Mastercard
What kinds of rooms does the inn offer?
The inn offers such room types as Standard King Room, Standard Twin Room, and Standard Double Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 3-star Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, An Ihg Hotel hotel?
Specific suites at the 3-star Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, An Ihg Hotel hotel feature double beds or single beds and adapted bathrooms along with a hairdryer and a roll-in shower.
Which facilities are provided in the 3-star Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, An Ihg Hotel hotel?
The 3-star Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, An Ihg Hotel hotel includes such facilities as a snack and drink vending machine, and a lift, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box and 24-hour security.
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