Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

4.0 star property
Hotel with spa, near Edinburgh Zoo

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Located close to Edinburgh Zoo, Holiday Inn Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel offers a warm welcome with international cuisine at Traders Restaurant and a bar. Relax in the sauna or spa tub, indulge in some pampering with manicures and facials, or take a dip in the indoor pool. With helpful staff and free WiFi, this eco-certified hotel is perfect for those seeking comfort.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • 16 meeting rooms

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
$124 nightly
The total price is $149
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 10 of 10 rooms

Premium Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed - twin
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed - twin
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
132 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH12 6UA

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Zoo - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Murrayfield Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Edinburgh Corn Exchange - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Princes Street - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 8 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 23 min drive
  • Slateford Station - 6 min drive
  • South Gyle Station - 8 min drive
  • Kingsknowe Station - 8 min drive
  • Balgreen Tram Stop - 15 min walk
  • Saughton Tram Stop - 23 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Greggs - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The White Lady (Wetherspoon) - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Toby Carvery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Prahna Indian Grill Edinburgh - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

At Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You can visit the spa to indulge in facials or mani/pedis, and international cuisine is served at Traders Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this eco-certified hotel include an indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a health club. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 303 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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.
    • Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu

Working away

  • Business center
  • 16 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (522 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Health club
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 40
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 5 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 39
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Satellite TV channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Traders Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15.95 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property uses a grey water recycling system.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, Eurocard
Cashless transactions are available.
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.

National rating

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

Also known as

Edinburgh Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Edinburgh
Holiday Inn Hotel Edinburgh
Express Edinburgh Royal Mile
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile Hotel Edinburgh
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile Scotland
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Scotland
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Hotel Edinburgh
Holiday Inn Edinburgh
Edinburgh By Ihg Edinburgh
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh an IHG Hotel
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Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG and nearby?

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG has a spa and an indoor pool, as well as a health club.

Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG?

Yes, Traders Restaurant offers international cuisine.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG is a short 2-minute walk from Edinburgh Zoo and 11 minutes' walk from Spire Murrayfield Hospital. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Zoo
Location
Bed
Food
Lobby
Bathroom
Restaurant

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently praised for its wide variety, quality, and excellent selection. (48 reviews)
  • The property offers ample free parking and convenient access to local bus services and nearby attractions. (15 reviews)
  • The property offers convenient airport access with a bus stop right outside and good transport links. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

A+

Great hotel, good breakfast, right next to the zoo.
Roberto Carlos, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good

V good comfy bed good food for hotel
Terence, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay.

It was very comfortable and clean. The staff was very friendly.
LyDee, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable

Lovely hotel with lots of facilities swimming pool spa and food served until late. It’s situated on the bus route to the airport and the city centre right next door to Edinburgh Zoo.
Anne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean comfortable rooms

Rooms clean and comfortable Bus access to downtown Edinburgh and airport right out front and convenient Staff friendly
laura, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Was a good break away for me and my daughter.
Kim, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Restaurant food was great!
Angela, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location.
Mohammed, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay right next to the zoo with plenty of save in the bar area
Jonathan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Ideal location

Lovely hotel & great location right beside the zoo.
Amy, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Average just average

Hotel rooms obviously been refreshed fairly recently but bathrooms are tired and a hair on the shower screen that wasn’t mine a little unnerving! Lifts are cosy, food JUST this side of acceptable but really at this price it should be better
David, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

-Decent stay
jennifer, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good hotel, nice and clean. Doesnt look much from outside but nice inside. Rooms need a bit of an upgrade but clean.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Overnight stay

Perfect for an overnight stay with good public transport into town
George, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our stay as we usually do
Judy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely fantastic booked a 2nd night
Mary, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Unreliable wi-fi in the rooms.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything you need from a hotel, staff were super friendly and welcome
Leah, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good

Front desk guys were very welcoming , friendly and helpful! The staff in charge of the kitchen not so kind , they were somehow rude to help when asked a question During breakfast time . Good location. Not so close by foot to the city center, but easy access by buss which stop it right outside the hotel. We had a great stay overall.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfy stay

Very clean comfortable hotel, friendly and efficient staff.
Karen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We only had a short stay but found the staff helpful and we had everything we needed. There was lots on offer and it is conveniently located.
Hannah, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Family Trip

The room was clean. The beds were prepared. The Air conditioning was weak. But it was working. Overall the staff was friendly and eager to help. Front desk staff was quick with check in.
ALAN, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Wonderful welcome, clean room, easy parking and transportation into the city.
Heather McTavish, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Far away from city cen
DIVYA, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff were really friendly. The hallways needed painting and repairs were needed. The carpet was stained in the halls. I was so glad it had air conditioning.
Bradley, 2-night trip