What makes it 76% Couple-Friendly: Harbour-front location perfect for sunset strolls; on-site bar and king rooms suit relaxed breaks; free breakfast included, but only walk-in showers and no spa or pool limit romance extras.
Edinburgh Airport: 16 km (25 mins tram)
Tram runs every 10 minutes to Ocean Terminal stop, steps from the hotel.
Royal Yacht Britannia: 390m (5 min walk)
Explore five decks of the former royal yacht with a free multilingual audio guide.
Tip: Book tickets online in advance to skip queues.
Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre: 230m (3 min walk)
Shop at over 70 retailers and catch a film at the Vue Cinema.
Tip: Visit on weekday mornings for quieter browsing.
Leith Shore Waterfront: 150m (2 min walk)
Stroll along a flat, scenic harbourfront path ideal for a morning jog or sunset walk.
Tip: Try a sunrise walk for calmer waters and soft light.
Buffet Breakfast:
American and continental options served each morning in the Great Room.
High-speed Wi-Fi:
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout rooms and public areas.
Great Room Lounge:
Comfortable seating area ideal for reading or planning your day.
On-site Parking:
Subject to availability, £10 per night.
Bar and Light Bites:
Pizzas, paninis and drinks from £5 in the Great Room bar.
All public areas have step-free access. Elevators serve every floor.

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Great staff, and a good location next to Ocean Terminal and the trams. King-bedded-room was of a good size, and the decor was fine. However... Our room (#100) was opposite the lift, and every 12 seconds - throughout the whole night - there was a loud vibratory noise from the lift shaft. Every. Twelve. Seconds. I lay awake all night, and so had plenty of time to count it. And the noise lasted aro...
Marcus Borg
Comparatively expensive, but that is primarily due to the location. The rooms were as you would expect, but they were in top condition and cleaned immaculately. Nothing was dated or worn. Service was excellent throughout. Breakfast areas are busy from 8:30 a.m. on weekends, so plan ahead. You will be asked to clear your table if you have just finished eating and folks are queueing. Iron and ironin...
Anthony August
Very clean and great rooms. Very comfortable bed. A very nice breakfast but very crowded as well. On the water front, very close to the Britannia ship. Easy to walk along the waterfront and some wonderful restaurants at the pier house. there is a fee for parking with a discount as a hotel guest
Oghenehero John Bishop
This is a dependable, modern choice with great location, comfy rooms, and solid value. It is a reliable waterfront stay with comfort and convenience. Stayed at this Holiday Inn Express in Leith and it delivered exactly what a city hotel should: clean, comfy, and well-located. The rooms were air-conditioned, with handy extras like bedside USB ports, irons, and tea/coffee making kits . Daily hous...
Khushi Amin
Old building and rooms. Lifts are worn out. There is no telephone in the room to call the reception. Breakfast time was super busy, and the items emptied out fast. They could've prepared better with how many guests they were expecting. There weren't a lot of options either, especially if you're vegetarian or vegan. They didn't provide bottled water, which is standard practice in most hotels. Sta...
Address: Britannia Way, Ocean Dr, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6JJ, UK
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From Edinburgh Airport, take the tram to Ocean Terminal (about 25 mins). Walk 230m (3 min) to the hotel.
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