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Britannia Way, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH6 6JJ

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By IHG - Modern hotel with free breakfast, 0.5 km from Ocean Terminal

Located in Leith, 2 miles from Edinburgh City Centre. Edinburgh Waverley train station is accessible by public transport, Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is a 25-minute drive. Tram stop opposite the hotel provides 15-minute rides to city center. On-site parking available (10 GBP per night, limited spaces). Hotel features 169 smoke-free rooms, 24-hour reception, free Wi-Fi throughout, and an all-day dining area with bar serving coffees, teas, spirits, craft beers, and wines. Complimentary Express Start breakfast includes hot items (bacon, scrambled eggs, sausages, beans) and continental options (pastries, yogurts, fruits). Light meals including pizza and nachos available throughout the day. Business services include copier and office supplies.

Additional perks of the hotel

Grab & go breakfast bags available

Pet-friendly (prior arrangement required)

Service animals welcome free of charge

Wheelchair accessible public areas

9 wheelchair-friendly rooms with roll-in showers

Visual and audible alarms in rooms and hallways

IHG Green Engage environmental management system

Room Options

Double rooms accommodate 2 adults with one double bed. Family rooms fit 2 adults and 2 children under 12 with double bed and pull-out sofa bed. Twin rooms feature 2 single beds. Wheelchair accessible rooms offer wider doorways, adapted bathrooms with emergency cords. All rooms include 32-inch Freeview TV, free Wi-Fi, power shower, air conditioning, and work desk with electrical outlets.

Other conveniences

Bedside USB ports and movable laptop desks

Blackout curtains and pillow menu

Tea/coffee maker and electric kettle

Private bathroom with hairdryer

Iron/ironing board

Separate hanging closet

Direct dial telephone

Heating and AC controls

“The hotel is perfectly situated near the Royal Britannia and shopping options.”view full review

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“Enjoyed a pleasant stay; the experience exceeded my expectations!” view full review

Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(9.3)

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 11 am

Amenities

Public parking is possible on site at GBP 10 per day.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

At the hotel Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront By Ihg guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.

Pets are allowed on request.

English, Czech, Hungarian, Polish

Number of floors:5

Number of rooms:169

Former name

holiday inn express edinburgh - leith waterfront, an ihg hotel

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The hotel offers a range of accommodations including doubles, family rooms, and suites—plus breakfast, free cancellation, and special rates.

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City Centre

Edinburgh 3.3 km

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 16.1 km

Dundee (DND) 97.2 km

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 3.1 km

Facilities

This hotel provides premium amenities for a memorable and relaxed stay

Satisfying Breakfast Options

“I was pleasantly surprised with the breakfast buffet offered during my stay. There were lots of options to choose from, and it was plentiful which helped me feel energized for the day ahead. Although it got a bit repetitive after a few days, it was a relief to have breakfast included in the room price, eliminating the need to search for breakfast elsewhere.” view full review

Cozy and Comfortable Room

“The room I stayed in was modern and well-furnished. I loved the comfortable bed that made it easy to get a good night's sleep. The bathroom was also nice and modern, adding to the overall pleasant experience of the stay.” view full review

Great Shower Experience

“The bathroom in my room had a fantastic shower that provided great water pressure and felt refreshing. It was well-maintained, which I appreciate after staying in various hotels, where cleanliness can sometimes be overlooked.” view full review

Comfy Beds for Quality Sleep

“I found the bedroom setup to be quite pleasant. The bed was exceptionally comfy, allowing me to recharge properly after a long day of exploring. I could enjoy a cozy atmosphere, which greatly contributed to my overall comfort during my stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Children

Cots

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Hotel Location

Britannia Way, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH6 6JJ

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Britannia Way, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH6 6JJ

City landmarks

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

3.6 km

Botanical Garden

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

2.4 km

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

3.0 km

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

3.3 km

Royal Mile

3.4 km

Church

South Leith Parish Church

880 m

St. Andrews House 2 Regent Road

Calton Hill

2.7 km

High Street 2 Warriston's Close

The Real Mary King's Close

3.3 km

Queen's Drive Holyrood Park

Arthur's Seat hike

4.0 km

Church

Trinity House Of Leith

1.0 km

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

3.6 km

Park

Princes Street Gardens

3.5 km

Maritime Museum 99 Kirkgate

Trinity House Maritime Museum

870 m

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

3.5 km

Newhaven Pl

Newhaven Harbour

1.1 km

32 Calton Hill

Nelson Monument

2.8 km

St. Andrew Place Leith

Edinburgh Hindu Mandir and Cultural Centre

1.4 km

Market

Newhaven

1.0 km

Store

Scotmid Co-operative

610 m

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

3.4 km

Store

Asda Leith Superstore

700 m

Monument

Scott Monument

3.1 km

Picardy Place

Sherlock Holmes Statue

2.5 km

Nearby

Ocean Drive Ocean Terminal

Royal Yacht Britannia

400 m

Mall

Ocean Terminal

430 m

Edinburgh EH6Scotland

Leith

180 m

West Princess Garden Street Near Saint John's

Sir James Young Simpson Monument

240 m

Dock St

Leith Citadel railway

460 m

West Princess Garden Street Near Saint John's

Dean Ramsey Memorial

240 m

67 Commercial Street Leith

Custom House

340 m

Restaurants

Mr Nicks

290 m

Ocean Drive Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre

Costa Coffee

290 m

98 Ocean Drive Ground Floor

Wrapchic

370 m

Ocean Terminal Ocean Drive

Fit Food Bistro

440 m

41 Commercial Street

Tiso Summit Cafe

450 m

41 Commercial Street

The Haven Cafe

640 m

9 Anchorfield Newhaven

Belly Buster

530 m

36 Ferry Road

North Fort Cafe

560 m

19 North Fort Street

Malt & Hops

840 m

45 Shore EH6 6QU

Guest Reviews and Hotel Ratings

Honest Guest Feedback Based on Real Stays

90%

Guests loved the hotel and would gladly return

9.0/10

Perfect

Rooms

8.7

Location

9.3

Service

9.9

Dining

8.2

Ava

United Kingdom, September 2024

10.0/10

Second time here and still fantastic! Super friendly staff and a great base to explore Edinburgh. Breakfast was a nice perk!

Rooms

9.0

Rooms are comfy but compact, perfect for a good night's sleep but not designed for lounging around.

Service

10.0

Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, going above and beyond; even let us check in early!

Location

9.0

Easy bus access to the city centre, plus restaurants and pubs in Leith. Taxis are readily available.

Dining

8.0

Breakfast was good - hot food was quickly replenished.

Facilities

9.0

Free car park is a plus, and the hotel is close to the harbour

Francis

United States, August 2024

8.0/10

Sheila at breakfast was amazing, always cheerful and hard-working! Great location near transport links, clean hotel, and a nice curry at the hotel restaurant. Building works outside, but didn't bother us much.

Rooms

7.0

Room was clean. Beds were high and pillows a bit hard, but we were out all day so it didn't matter.

Service

10.0

Reception staff were friendly and helpful. Sheila at breakfast was tireless and cheerful, a real gem!

Location

9.0

Excellent transport links to the city centre. Close to Britannia visit and foodhall.

Dining

8.0

Hotel curry was very nice, and we used a discount leaflet for Britannia Spice next door.

Facilities

7.0

Hotel is fresh and clean. Building extension work was going on but didn't really affect us. There is a large TV in the bar.

William

United States, August 2024

8.0/10

Great location near tram and bus stops, making it easy to explore Edinburgh. Friendly staff, especially Jamie, went above and beyond. Room was comfortable with a nice shower. Breakfast was ok, but I didn't try it. Overall, a pleasant stay.

Rooms

9.0

Lovely comfy bed, decent tea point, nice size bathroom with a great shower. Room was clean and tidy, had lots of room.

Service

10.0

Really friendly staff, Jamie was particularly helpful and calmed my nerves after train delays.

Location

9.0

About 100m from tram stop, near bus stops too. Easy access to Newhaven and Ocean Terminal. Good value day ticket for trams and buses.

Dining

5.0

Didn't try the hotel breakfast but there's a 24hr Asda nearby with vegan options, and Waga-Mama was good (book in advance). Holy Cow brunch was delicious!

Facilities

7.0

Building was clean and tidy. TV was nice.

Samuel

United Kingdom, August 2024

9.0/10

Nice hotel in a quiet spot with great transport links. Staff were amazing, even during the busy holiday season.

Rooms

8.0

The room was very nice, clean and comfortable. It was a little small, but perfect for our needs.

Service

10.0

The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, always happy to assist, even during the Christmas rush.

Location

9.0

Easy access to buses, trams and the airport, plus close to Ocean Terminal and various restaurants.

Dining

8.0

Breakfast was very good with a wide variety of options.

Facilities

8.0

Free parking at Ocean Terminal was a bonus.

Neal

United States, June 2024

10.0/10

Jamie at reception went above and beyond to help me find my lost phone! Hotel is clean and safe, great parking, good breakfast. Easy access to the city centre, unbeatable value.

Rooms

10.0

Room was very clean and safe. Second time staying and quality was still top notch.

Service

10.0

Staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Jamie went way out of his way to help me with my lost phone.

Location

10.0

Short cab/bus/tram ride to the city centre. Mall across the street with food and a movie theater. is very good as it's near the royal Britannia and has a shopping centre on the opposite road consisting of many restaurants

Dining

9.0

Great breakfast included. Bar is open late.

Facilities

9.0

Hotel was very clean, safe, and had great parking (not free, but reasonable).

Steven

United States, May 2024

9.0/10

Excellent location, very helpful staff and a comfortable room. Free parking was a bonus! A great base for exploring Edinburgh and Leith. I'd recommend this hotel.

Rooms

9.0

Room was modern, clean, and spacious. TV had all the channels and Wi-Fi was fast.

Service

10.0

Reception was efficient, and staff were very helpful. Jamie was particularly helpful with taxis and local advice.

Location

10.0

2 mins walk from Ocean Terminal, close to bus stops for easy access to the city centre. Great location for the places we wanted to visit.

Dining

8.0

Breakfast was good, with a full English and other options. Lots of food outlets in Ocean Terminal nearby.

Facilities

9.0

Free parking was a huge plus! Hotel was clean and well-maintained.

Hannah

United Kingdom, April 2024

8.0/10

Great hotel, friendly staff, and good location near the tram and shopping. Breakfast was a solid start to our day exploring Edinburgh.

Rooms

8.0

Our room was well-equipped, though a larger wardrobe would have been helpful for two people. The tea/coffee facilities were a nice touch.

Service

9.0

The staff at reception were very nice and helpful, explaining everything we needed to know upon arrival.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was convenient, with easy access to the tram and a new shopping center. Getting to the city center was a breeze.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast was good, a standard but suitable way to begin our day of sightseeing.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had ample parking, although we didn't need it, and plenty of space for those who did.

Alex

United Kingdom, March 2024

10.0/10

Amazing stay! Jamie and the other staff were very nice. The location was perfect for our needs and the room was comfortable.

Rooms

10.0

The room was great, clean and comfortable, and they even provided travel cots for our babies!

Service

10.0

Jamie and the rest of the staff were really good; helpful, friendly and went above and beyond.

Location

10.0

The bus stop right outside was handy, and it was easy to walk to the Royal Yacht Britannia.

Dining

10.0

Breakfast was fantastic!

Facilities

5.0

N/A - focus was on service and location.

Rex

United States, January 2024

9.0/10

A really comfortable hotel with amazing staff who go above and beyond. The location is great for exploring Edinburgh and Leith. Breakfast was good with lots of options. Everything was clean and efficient.

Rooms

9.0

Room was clean, comfortable bed. was a lot better than expected with much more space than I have experienced in similar hotels

Service

10.0

Staff were friendly, helpful, and went over-and-beyond the call of duty to help with various issues I had.

Location

9.0

Great location, close to tram and bus stops, Ocean Terminal, and Leith waterfront. Easy to get to the city centre.

Dining

8.0

Breakfast was ample and filling, with both continental and cooked options. Good variety to choose from.