What makes it 87% Solo-Friendly: The 24-hour front desk, CCTV, free Wi-Fi and luggage storage give solo travellers safety and convenience, while Royal Mile and Waverley Station are within a 5-10-minute walk.
Edinburgh Waverley Station: 690m (9 min walk)
Gateway for trains to Glasgow, London, and beyond.
Royal Mile: 230m (3 min walk)
Historic cobblestone street linking Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace.
Tip: Start early to avoid crowds and enjoy quieter shops.
Calton Hill: 650m (8 min walk)
Hilltop park with panoramic city views and monuments.
Tip: Climb at sunrise for the best light over the skyline.
Edinburgh Castle: 960m (12 min walk)
Iconic fortress housing the Crown Jewels and Great Hall.
Tip: Buy tickets online in advance to skip the line.
Buffet Breakfast:
Hot and cold options served daily with free tea and coffee.
High-Speed Wi-Fi:
Complimentary in rooms and public areas.
Conference Room:
Free use of meeting space for up to 20 guests.
Public Parking:
On-site parking available for approx. £18/day.
Bar and Snack Menu:
Stone-baked pizzas, toasties, beer, wine, and soft drinks at pay-per-item prices.
Pet Fee:
£30 per pet per stay for dogs and cats.
All public areas are step-free. Elevators serve every floor. The hotel provides wheelchairs, handrails on stairs, a pool ramp, and visual alarm devices.

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The service by the hotel staff blew my mind. A big shout out to Birsen, David and the team who made our 1 night stay so memorable. They went the extra mile to delight us by coordinating with the Housekeeping to decorate our room to celebrate our anniversary ❤️ Their kindness were soooo heartwarming. Please extend our gratitude to the staff. God bless the hotel team.
Kirtivardhan Singh Rathore
We had a wonderful stay at the Holiday Inn Express, Royal Mile. Upon arriving a few hours early, David kindly assisted us by storing our luggage and went the extra mile by recommending places to visit in the city, which was extremely helpful. Later, Claudio checked us in efficiently and continued to stand out with his excellent service throughout our stay. At checkout, it was a pleasure to be assi...
Nick Poole
Great hotel, surprisingly well located for Royal Mile and a waking tour of Edinburgh. The staff were great and the rooms are a high standard. They just need to get their lift sorted (it has a mind of it's own and frequently ends up on the wrong floor...)
Helen Browning
Stayed 2 nights at this hotel and I was pleasantly surprised. It was the most reasonable price on the royal mile. All the reception staff were very friendly and helpful. They made sure our rooms were adjacent to the other family members rooms. The hotel was better than the photos online appeared. While the rooms were small, they were clean and had adequate charging ports . Could use luggage ra...
Ethan
We stayed at this hotel during our visit to Edinburgh and really appreciated the fantastic location—just a short walk to the Royal Mile and very close to the central train station, which made getting around the city super convenient. The room itself was comfortable and clean, and overall the stay was pleasant. However, there were a couple of small service issues that could be improved. The cleane...
Address: 300 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1NA, UK
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From Edinburgh Airport, take a taxi for the 33-minute drive. No hotel shuttle is provided.
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