HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS EDINBURGH CITY WEST BY IHG | Stay in Edinburgh from 148$/Night

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Hotel Overview and Details

107 Queensferry Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH4 3HL

“The hotel's location makes exploring Edinburgh incredibly convenient and enjoyable!”view full review

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City West By Ihg - Budget hotel with free breakfast 4 km from Edinburgh Waverley

Located 1.5 miles from Edinburgh's city centre and 2 miles from Edinburgh Castle, this hotel offers easy access to popular attractions. The hotel features newly renovated public spaces and rooms as of 2021. Guests can enjoy free Express Start breakfast with hot and cold options including bacon, eggs, sausages, toast, and pastries. The on-site restaurant serves meals throughout the day, with options like curry, fish and chips, stone-baked pizzas, and burgers. A bar provides beers, wines, spirits, and soft drinks. Additional amenities include a garden seating area for drinks, free WiFi, and parking available for £5 per day. Edinburgh Waverley Station is a 15-minute drive away, while Edinburgh International Airport is 10 km from the property.

Additional perks of the hotel

Family-friendly with rooms accommodating 2 adults and 2 children under 12

Pet-friendly by prior arrangement with dedicated walking area on-site

Rugby matches at Murrayfield Stadium (5 minutes' drive)

Edinburgh Zoo with UK's only captive pandas (10 minutes away)

Recently opened St James Quarter for shopping and dining nearby

IHG Green Engage environmental sustainability system

Grab & go breakfast bags for guests in a hurry

Room Options

All 129 smoke-free rooms were renovated in 2021 and feature individually controlled air conditioning, double-glazed windows, and free high-speed WiFi. Standard rooms offer either one double bed or two single beds with LCD TVs and en-suite bathrooms. Family rooms include a double bed plus sofa bed suitable for two adults and two children. Accessible rooms provide wider doorways and assisted bath/shower facilities. Some rooms offer views of Edinburgh Castle or the city skyline.

Other conveniences

Free WiFi for streaming shows

Wall-mounted TV with Freeview

Tea/coffee making facilities with kettle

Blackout blinds for uninterrupted sleep

Ironing facilities

Work desk with lamp and electrical outlets

Pillow menu and plush duvet

Hair dryer and oversized bath towels

Connecting rooms available upon request

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The hotel offers a range of accommodations including doubles, family rooms, and suites—plus breakfast, free cancellation, and special rates.

Standard Room Hot

2 persons

19 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Standard Twin Room Hot

2 persons

19 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Standard Double Room Sofa Bed Hot

2 persons

19 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Standard Twin Room City View Hot

2 persons

20 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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City Centre

Edinburgh 3.6 km

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 11.4 km

Dundee (DND) 92.6 km

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 3.5 km

Bus

Bus stop300 m

Facilities

This hotel provides premium amenities for a memorable and relaxed stay

Delicious Breakfast Buffet

“The breakfast provided was fantastic, featuring a wide variety of options including cereals, toast, fruit, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, and beans. The self-service nature allowed me to explore all the choices available, and I appreciated how well the area was supervised, ensuring everything was kept stocked and tidy.” view full review

Convenient Parking Options

“I found the parking to be very accommodating for guests. It was easy to park my car and have quick access to the hotel amenities. This feature definitely added to the overall convenience of my stay.” view full review

Spacious Room with a View

“The room I stayed in was large and comfortable, with a lovely city view that added a special touch to my experience. It included useful amenities like a hairdryer, ironing board, and tea-making facilities, making it a perfect home away from home.” view full review

Good Bathroom Facilities

“The bathroom was very well maintained with a roomy shower that was a pleasure to use. I appreciated the ample towels provided, which made my stay more convenient and enjoyable.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Special diet menus

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet
Children's play area

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Hotel Location

107 Queensferry Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH4 3HL

Map view

107 Queensferry Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH4 3HL

City landmarks

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

2.8 km

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One

1.4 km

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

3.5 km

Zoo

Edinburgh Zoo

2.1 km

Botanical Garden

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

2.3 km

Stadium

BT Murrayfield Stadium

2.5 km

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

3.0 km

Landmark

Royal Mile

3.1 km

Park

Princes Street Gardens

2.6 km

Landmark

The Real Mary King's Close

3.3 km

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

3.0 km

Event hall

Edinburgh International Conference Centre

2.3 km

Farm

Gorgie City Farm

2.1 km

Museum

Georgian House

2.2 km

Landmark

Characters from Kidnapped statue

1.5 km

Cemetery

Dean Village

1.8 km

Landmark

Charlotte Square

2.2 km

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

3.3 km

Church

Saint Mary's Cathedral

2.1 km

Monument

Scott Monument

3.1 km

Church

Charlotte Chapel

2.2 km

Landmark

West Register House

2.3 km

Church

Church of St John the Evangelist

2.4 km

Church

The Parish Church of St Cuthbert

2.5 km

Museum

The Writers' Museum

3.1 km

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

3.3 km

Stadium

Tynecastle Park

2.0 km

Landmark

Albert Memorial

2.2 km

Landmark

Water of Leith Walkway

1.8 km

Nearby

Mall

Craigleith Retail Park

240 m

Restaurants

KFC - Edinburgh Craigleith

620 m

22 South Groathill Avenue

Cloudberry Cafe & Shop

650 m

5 Seaforth Terrace (opposite previous location)

Guest Reviews and Hotel Ratings

Honest Guest Feedback Based on Real Stays

88%

Guests loved the hotel and would gladly return

8.8/10

Great

Rooms

8.0

Location

8.4

Service

9.6

Dining

8.3

Harper

United Kingdom, September 2024

10.0/10

We had a wonderful time in Edinburgh. The hotel was in a great spot, close to the city centre and a retail park. The breakfast was lovely and the staff were very helpful, always willing to assist and made our stay really enjoyable. The rooms were clean and comfortable. We had a great time!

Rooms

9.0

The room was comfortable and reasonably spacious, perfect for our needs.

Service

10.0

The staff were all amazing; friendly, helpful, and efficient. They went above and beyond!

Location

9.0

The location is very good - only a short bus ride to the city centre and plenty of shops nearby.

Dining

10.0

Breakfast was really good with a good variety to choose from. It was a great way to start each day.

Facilities

9.0

Everything was clean and in good working order; we didn't have any problems.

Steven

United Kingdom, September 2024

9.0/10

Had a fantastic weekend getaway! The room was perfect, and the view was amazing. Staff were friendly and helpful, location was easy to get to city centre

Rooms

9.0

Our room was wonderfully airy and had a great view! Comfy bed too.

Service

9.0

Everyone we spoke to was lovely and helpful.

Location

8.0

A bit out of the city centre, but the bus stop right outside the hotel made it easy to get around.

Dining

5.0

Didn't eat here but others raved about the breakfast.

Facilities

8.0

Everything was clean and well maintained, we really enjoyed our stay!

Jamie

United Kingdom, August 2024

8.0/10

A great base for exploring Edinburgh. The hotel is conveniently located, with easy access to the city centre by bus. Breakfast was tasty and the staff were exceptionally helpful. Would definitely stay again!

Rooms

8.0

Our room was clean and comfortable. It had everything we needed for a short stay.

Service

9.0

The staff were great and very helpful, always happy to answer any questions.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is fine and tasty, although some breakfast items needed replenishing on Sunday. The bus to the city centre is very convenient.

Dining

8.0

Breakfast was good, included in the price, and had a good selection.

Facilities

8.0

All the facilities worked perfectly; nothing to complain about.

Alexander

United Kingdom, July 2024

9.0/10

Great service! The staff really went above and beyond to accommodate our early arrival, even offering us breakfast and luggage storage. Lee at reception was especially helpful and friendly. The room itself was decent, a little dated but comfortable.

Rooms

7.0

Our room was cozy and comfortable, though a bit small.

Service

10.0

Really good service! The staff were friendly, helpful, and accommodating. Lee was excellent.

Location

8.0

Convenient bus routes made getting to the city center easy. Close to shopping too.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast was basic but adequate. Nothing fancy, but it did the job.

Facilities

8.0

All facilities were clean and functional; nothing to complain about!

Grace

United Kingdom, May 2024

8.0/10

Really enjoyed our two-night stay! The location was perfect for exploring Edinburgh; the bus into town was easy and convenient. Our room was comfy, and the staff were super friendly and helpful. Breakfast was pretty good too!

Rooms

7.0

Our standard double room was comfortable, though a bit small for our family of four, particularly the bathroom. But we managed fine!

Service

10.0

The staff were all amazing, very cute and always ready to assist. They went above and beyond!

Location

9.0

Great location! Easy bus access to the city center, and a large shopping center right across the street was very convenient.

Dining

8.0

Breakfast buffet was generous for a budget hotel. Good selection!