Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront an IHG Hotel
Britannia Way Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH6 6LA, United Kingdom
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Britannia Way Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH6 6LA, United Kingdom
This modern hotel is next to the Ocean Terminal shopping center and the Royal Yacht Britannia. It has paid onsite parking, air-conditioned rooms and regular busses to the city center stop outside. The modern rooms with attached bathroom have a hairdryer, wall mounted TVs with Freeview, work desk, power shower, and tea and coffee making facilities. There are also USB charger ports, an iron and an ironing board in every room. Guests can relax in the modern lounge area, offering free WiFi, or make use of the all day dining and stylish bar which serves coffees, teas, premium spirits, craft beers and world wines. Pizzas are served 24 hours a day and food service includes paninis, soup and burgers. A free buffet breakfast is included and offers continental items such as pastries, yogurts and fruits, as well as hot items including, bacon, scrambled eggs, sausages and beans. The Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront is in the old port area. The area's shops, bars and restaurants are just a short walk away. Princes Street, Royal Botanic Gardens, Palace of Holyroodhouse, St James Quarter, Edinburgh Dungeon, Edinburgh Castle, Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station and the city center are less than 2.5 miles away. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 7.5 mi from the property.

Hotel Services and Facilities

Free WiFi Free parking Free breakfast Pet friendly

Hotel facilities

  • Free Breakfast
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24-Hour Front Desk
  • Express Check-In/Check-Out
  • Elevator
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Snack bar
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • On-site parking
  • vending machine
  • kitchenware
  • 24-hour security
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • Family Rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant(s)
  • Closet
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • English
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Parking Available
  • Buzzer/Wireless Intercom
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • First aid kit available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Invoices
  • Hygiene certification
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • CCTV security in common areas
  • Daily disinfection
  • Facilities for disabled guests available
  • Ironing amenities
  • Luggage storage & lockers
  • Non-smoking property
  • On-site accessible restaurants/lounges
  • Room towels provided
  • Safety chain and/or latch on doors available
  • TV & Movies/Shows
  • Individually-wrapped food options
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Heating in public area
  • Alternative meal arrangement
  • Desk/workspace available
  • Cleaning products available
  • Pets allowed (charges may apply)
  • Alcoholic beverages available
  • Parking available (charges may apply)
  • Kid-friendly dining
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stayed in March, 2026
Guest Score 3 out of 10
Poor
Location only
We were delayed due to an unexpected issue with our visa process, which took longer than anticipated, and our checkout time was approaching. We received a call from the hotel, but unfortunately the staff member who spoke with us was quite rude and spoke as though we had intentionally done something wrong. We were told the hotel was fully booked, but later, when we requested to pay for an additional day, this was eventually approved. I understand hotel policies and time constraints, but the way the situation was handled and the tone used were disappointing. I have never experienced such treatment at any other hotel..
stayed in February, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Spacious well designed and equipped room which included ironboard, iron, kettle and powerful hairdryer. Transport to the town Centre and the airport are close by. (Tram to Princess street and airport. Bus no 10 and 16 to Princess street.)
No dislikes of the hotel. Note: Even so the windows are triple glazed rooms in the back of the hotel on the lower floors may hear the noise of the ventilators for the heating/cooling system.
stayed in February, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Is very well located, shops and good restaurants nearby, the tram is just half block away and takes you directly into Edinburgh’s city center, there is also the bus stop. The bufet breakfast is really good
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Small room
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Comfortable
Staff not very friendly
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Location close to bus and tram. Staff pleasant .good value. Im.a big guy and got upgraded to kingsize . Nice clean
Business facilities poor ,need new printer and copyier
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Great location friendly staff.
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
very clean and nice staff. bus stop goes directly to city center in front of hotel
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Room was very neat and clean. It had everything 2 people need. Breakfast was a very nice bonus. Some people mentioned lines to breakfast, but staff warned us to come down a little earlier in the morning, and we did not find any queue before 9 am, although hotel was fully booked
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Great and clean
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Over all very good experience, staff were helpful, best location to go around as tram was near to hotel and 15 to 20 minutes away from edinburgh city
Rooms are very small. Moving around in the room with kids bed around and luggage was difficult.
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Staff great, very helpful, great location.
Having to queue for breakfast, didn’t realize hotel was as busy as it was.
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
It was Clean and location is just next to bus station.
The breakfast has very limited options.
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The location was excellent, room was very comfortable and there was a lot of variety for breakfast
Nothing, it was what i had expected
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Staff are absolutely amazing and the location is perfect for my stay.
The cost !! ? I feel it’s a lot of money to pay for quite a basic room but ?‍♀️
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Kindof noisy droning from fans or laundry in my room. Chair in room needs to be cleaned. Clogged sink.
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Breakfast was fine but very crowded. Room was okay, bit smaller in size. We stayed for one night only on our way back from Inverness for our next day flight. Location is far from center.
Good option for the price.
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
room was exactly same as shown, comfortable facilities were good breakfast was good as well stayed with family parking available with discounted rate and plenty of parking were available tram station just 3 to 4 min walk plus point to reach city centre
nothing as such
stayed in November, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
As the air conditioning system was central, the room was always cold…
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Availability from Sat, Apr 4, 2026 To Tue, Apr 7, 2026 For 1 Room (Change Search)
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Standard Twin Room with Free Hot Breakfast
A twin room suitable for up to 2 adults. this room features 2 single beds, free wifi, a 32-inch tv with freeview and an private bathroom with power shower.
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Free WiFi
$175.10USD
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  • Accessible by lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Carpeting
  • Closet
  • Clothes rack
  • Coffee/tea machine
  • Crib(s)
  • Desk
  • Electric kettle
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free Wifi
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • In-room safe box
  • Internet access
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Key card access
  • Linens
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Phone
  • Private bathroom
  • Satellite/cable channels
  • Smoke alarm
  • Socket near the bed
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • Trash cans
  • TV
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Walk-in shower
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Room allocated on Arrival with Free Hot Breakfast
The double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer.
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Free breakfast
Free WiFi
$187.91USD
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Average nightly rate $187.91 Total (including tax) $676.47
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Average nightly rate $190.10 Total (including tax) $684.37
  • Accessible by lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Carpeting
  • Closet
  • Clothes rack
  • Coffee/tea machine
  • Desk
  • Electric kettle
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free Wifi
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • In-room safe box
  • Interconnecting room(s) available
  • Internet access
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Key card access
  • Linens
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Phone
  • Private bathroom
  • Satellite/cable channels
  • Smoke alarm
  • Socket near the bed
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • Trash cans
  • TV
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Walk-in shower
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Standard King Room with Free Hot Breakfast
The double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. the double room features a flat-screen tv with satellite channels, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor and heating. the unit has 1 bed.
2 x
Free cancellation
Free breakfast
Free WiFi
$187.91USD
Average nightly rate
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Average nightly rate $187.91 Total (including tax) $676.47
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Free breakfast
$190.10USD
Average nightly rate
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$132.29
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Average nightly rate $190.10 Total (including tax) $684.37
  • Accessible by lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Carpeting
  • Closet
  • Clothes rack
  • Coffee/tea machine
  • Crib(s)
  • Desk
  • Electric kettle
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free Wifi
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Internet access
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Key card access
  • Linens
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Private bathroom
  • Satellite/cable channels
  • Smoke alarm
  • Socket near the bed
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • Trash cans
  • TV
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Walk-in shower
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Area information

    Airports Show all on map »

    • Edinburgh International Airport - 7.83 mi
    • RAF Leuchars - 29.56 mi
    • Perth - 32.51 mi
    • Dundee Airport - 33.08 mi

    Transport

      Train stations Show all on map »
      • Ocean Terminal - 935 f

    Museums

      Art Galleries Show all on map »
      • Newhaven Heritage Museum - 0.76 mi
      • Bellevue Gallery - 1.57 mi
      • Edinburgh Printmakers Workshop & Gallery - 1.61 mi
      • Calton Gallery - 1.68 mi
      • Mounted Gallery - 1.78 mi
      • Kingfisher Gallery - 1.80 mi
      • Torrance Gallery - 1.85 mi
      • National Portrait Gallery - 1.85 mi
      • Hanover Fine Arts - 1.87 mi
      • Open Eye Gallery Edinburgh - 1.87 mi
      • Edinburgh Gallery - 1.88 mi
      • Scottish Gallery - 1.88 mi
      • Ink Tank Gallery - 1.89 mi
      • Bourne Fine Art - 1.91 mi
      • Malcolm Innes Gallery - 1.92 mi
      • Patriothall Gallery - 1.93 mi
      • Scottish National Portrait Gallery - 1.94 mi
      • Huntly House - 2.06 mi
      • Museum Of Edinburgh - 2.06 mi
      • Carson Clark Gallery - 2.07 mi

    Other attractions

      Monuments and Landmarks Show all on map »
      • Royal Yacht Britannia - 0.40 mi
      • Sherlock Holmes Statue - 1.75 mi
      • National Monument - 1.84 mi
      • Nelson Monument - 1.89 mi
      Theatres Show all on map »
      • Leith Theatre & Hall - 0.43 mi
      • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 1.70 mi
      • Edinburgh Playhouse - 1.71 mi
      Historical Buildings Show all on map »
      • Trinity House Of Leith - 0.68 mi
      • Mansfield Place Church - 1.53 mi
      • General Register House - 1.98 mi
      National Parks Show all on map »
      • Inverleith House - 1.43 mi
      • Royal Botanic Garden - 1.45 mi
      • Calton Hill - 1.89 mi
      • Princes Street Gardens - 1.98 mi
      Things to do Show all on map »
      • Hibernian Edinburgh Matches - 1.47 mi
      Colleges and Universities Show all on map »
      • Daniel Stewarts & Melville College - 1.81 mi
      Other Show all on map »
      • Leith Mills - 0.66 mi
      • Edinburgh Hindu Mandir and Sanskritik Kendra - 0.82 mi
      • The Ceramic Experience - 1.31 mi
      • Omni Centre - 1.77 mi
      • Edinburgh Experience - 1.85 mi
      • Camera Obscura and World of Illusions - 1.87 mi
      • Multrees Walk - 1.88 mi
      • New Town Conservation Centre - 1.88 mi
      • Waterloo Place - 1.94 mi
      • 24 Royal Circus - 1.96 mi
      • ScotlandsPeople Centre - 1.97 mi
      • The New Street Exhibition Space - 2.06 mi
      • The Peoples Story - 2.07 mi

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront an IHG Hotel

Britannia Way Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH6 6LA, United Kingdom