Great place to stay for our weekend visit to Edinburgh. Located right on the Royal Mile so walking to attractions or buses was quick. Room was clean and comfortable. Staff were extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Breakfast was plentiful and varied. Room key access to lift left us feeling more secure. Definitely enjoyed our stay, heartily recommended!!

This is a formulaic, almost kit-form property, but it really works! The rooms are modular but contain comfortable and user-friendly spaces. This is a secure property where you need to use your room key card to operate the lift/elevator and to access the premises after hours. The included self-service breakfast is more than adequate and includes a small range of... More

I am impressed with how Holiday Inn serves its guest, as always. The little things like electric kettle in the room and the the message/note that informs guest that in case we forget some travel kits from vanity items like cotton, toothbrush or sanitary napkin- they'd be happy to provide with compliments. I liked that very much especially travelers really... More

This hotel was very clean, very safe, staff were polite and helpful. I usually try and avoid larger chain hotels, but this fit the bill - it's located on the Cowgate, a very short walk from the main historical district of Edinburgh. There's a hostel nearby where you can get a cheap supper if you're really on a budget, and... More

we had pleasant stay at holiday inn at cowgate. the hotel was on a road parallel to the royal mile, and walkable distance from most of the attractions. the rooms were nicely maintained, like new. housekeeping was excellent. hardly took 2 minutes to check in. reception staff were very friendly. breakfast was good with a lot of variety. we would... More

My family and I stayed here last year, and for our trip this year we booked again because the location is great and the staff, especially Ewa, are absolutely amazing. The rooms are spacious, quiet, and clean. We stayed here 4 nights...and while it is pricey (albeit average for the other hotels in the central area), it is worth it... More

Pro: Nice and clean hotel, practically situated for tourist-activities in the city. The bathroom was excellent and we appreciated the breakfast. Pleasant staff. Cons: The WiFi-capacity was limited. If the LAN is accessible, might be better to bring your own LAN-cable. We found the bed not suitable for two persons. Too small for two, just one linen and somewhat "unstable"... More

Well located to explore Edinburgh, Just a few hundred yards from the Royal Mile. Extremely courteous and helpful staff always willing to advise on local attractions and directions. Good breakfast facilities and comfortable bed. Only negative comment was that the floor could be more thoroughly vacuumed in the room corners and there were coffee splashes on one wall of the... More

Stayed here for one night great location usual high standard of the Holiday Inn Express very friendly and helpful staff with a very good breakfast buffet and of course free wi fi the real bonus. Rooms are generous well appointed and very quite no traffic noise and within walking distance of Waverley Station.