What makes it 71% Kids-Friendly: Kids 0-17 stay free in existing beds; double-plus-sofa rooms sleep three; free buffet breakfast and cinema, soft play at Ocean Terminal 230 m; no pool or extra beds available.
Edinburgh Airport: 16.0 km
Taxi ride of about 25 minutes to the hotel.
Ocean Terminal: 230m (3 min walk)
Harbour-side mall with shops, restaurants and a 12-screen Vue Cinema.
Tip: Catch an evening film in recliner seats after shopping.
The Royal Yacht Britannia: 390m (5 min walk)
Explore five decks of Queen Elizabeth II’s former royal yacht.
Tip: Prebook tickets online to skip the ticket queue.
Leith Links: 1.3 km (16 min walk)
Scenic park ideal for jogging or a picnic.
Tip: Grab a takeaway coffee at Mimi’s Bakehouse before you set off.
Buffet Breakfast:
Complimentary American and Continental buffet served daily (Mon–Fri 07:00–10:00; Sat–Sun 07:00–11:00).
High-Speed Wi-Fi:
Unlimited free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, including rooms and public areas.
Great Room Lounge:
Casual seating area with coffee bar—ideal for reading or meeting fellow travelers.
On-site Parking:
Limited spaces at £10 per night; reserve early to secure a spot.
Bar Menu:
Stone-baked pizzas, burgers and paninis; drinks menu includes craft beer, wine and soft drinks (additional charges apply).
All public areas are step-free. Elevators serve every floor. Assistive listening devices available at the front desk.

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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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A taxi from Edinburgh Airport takes about 25 minutes. Trams to the city centre stop right outside the hotel.
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