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Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

Property class: 3

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Harbour-side stays with easy city links

A modern, funky-design base in Leith Harbour, Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront keeps things comfortable between days out. Mornings start with a complimentary buffet breakfast, with build-your-own favorites alongside classic staples. In the relaxed Express Café & Bar lounge, sink into a sofa and pick from premium spirits, craft beers, world wines, or soft drinks.

  • Steps to Royal Yacht Britannia

    Stroll to the iconic former royal yacht at nearby Ocean Terminal.

  • Dining that fits your schedule

    Casual Great Room dinners and selected food available 24 hours.

  • Trams right outside

    Hop on from opposite the hotel for a direct 15-minute ride to the centre.

Amenities

  • Eco-certified stay with FuturePlus program
  • Directly opposite Ocean Terminal shopping centre
  • On-site fitness center for daily workouts
  • Pet-friendly accommodations for travel companions
  • En-suite bathrooms with refreshing power showers
  • Self-parking on site for added ease
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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a laptop, and a view of the city through large windows.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(53 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a wooden headboard, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a wooden headboard, and a large window with curtains.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a laptop, and a view of the city through large windows.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(93 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a red chair, a small table, a shower area, and an air conditioning unit.

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk with a magazine, a red chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 1 Double Standard Sofa Bed with Free Hot Breakfast

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

1 Double Standard Sofa Bed with Free Hot Breakfast

  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

1 Double Accessible with Free Hot Breakfast

  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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Britannia Way, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH6 6JJ

What's nearby

  • A large ship docked at a port with a blue fence and a modern building in the background.
    Leith Docks
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A statue of a human figure on a pier surrounded by seagulls.
    Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A large ship docked at a port with a blue fence and a modern building in the background.
    Royal Yacht Britannia
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Leith Links
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Easter Road Stadium
    7 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    3 min walk
  • Teuchters Landing
    8 min walk
  • Port Of Leith Distillery Bar
    7 min walk
  • Williams & Johnson
    9 min walk
  • Roseleaf Bar Cafe
    8 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 water dispenser, and an elevator
    • A TV in the lobby, a vending machine, and a 24-hour front desk
    • Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
    • 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 eco-friendly toiletries and showers
    • 32-inch LED TVs with digital channels
    • LED light bulbs, free infant beds, and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: FuturePlus. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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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 11 per night)
  • Limited onsite self 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
  • Water dispenser

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
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

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
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 11 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, a fire extinguisher, 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)

Property class

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

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 Aug 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG on Aug 31, 2026 start from $217, including 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?

Self parking is available for GBP 11 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. Royal Mile and Palace of Holyroodhouse are also within 3 mi (5 km). Ocean Terminal Station is only a 3-minute walk and Newhaven Station is 9 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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