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Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre


Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre
Hotel class 2 of 5
Picardy Place, Edinburgh EH1 3JT, Scotland
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1 of 5 stars
Welltravelled79 1 contribution
Dublin
Jul 18, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway New

I stayed in this hotel recently while on a short break in Edinburgh. The hotel is in a great location - ideal for shopping and sightseeing. The rooms were as you would expect for this type of hotel. Unfortunately for us this is where the positives end. From the moment we arrived I found the staff to be unhelpful bordering... more

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4 of 5 stars
Pinkglitteryshoes 12 contributions
united kingdom
Jul 13, 2009 | Trip type: Couples New

We stayed here in January and found that it is a lovely standard hotel, with excellent staff and everything you need to spend a few days in the city. We arrived on a very early flight well in advance of check-in time, but the staff were so helpful and stored our luggage safely for us so that we could go... more

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5 of 5 stars
luke.traveller 72 contributions
Basel Switzerland
Jul 7, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

We spent a weekend at the Holiday Inn Express and enjoyed it very much. The location is excellent, 5 minutes from Waverly Station, with light baggage you can easily walk it. Plenty of bars and restaurants around. Ask the front desk about restaurant recommendations, we followed their advice and had outstanding dinners, close from the hotel. We had a room... more

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3 of 5 stars
Jack-NI 1 contribution
Belfast, N.Ireland
May 24, 2009 | Trip type: Business
0/2 found this review helpful

All in all a decent hotel, well located within half a mile of where you would want to be in Edinburgh. The only gripe I have is with the internet access costs - if you (like I was) are intending to travel on business where the use of your laptop and internet access is important, my advice would be to... more

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Mgtresponse, General Manager

Dear Guest Thank you for leaving feedback about your recent stay at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre Picardy Place. I was glad to read that you found the city centre location was suitable for your requirements. I am sorry if you were looking for a hotel with free or cheap internet. Many hotels do offer 'free' internet access with...

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5 of 5 stars
callippo 51 contributions
Montreal, Canada
May 13, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway
1/1 found this review helpful

My sister and I stayed here for 2 nights because it was the cheapest hotel we could find on a weekend where there was a huge rugby tournement and a race happening in Edinburgh. However, we were pleasantly surprised. The location (for being on this side of the river) was very convenient, a 5 minute walk to the main train... more

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Mgtresponse, General Manager - Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre

Dear Tripadvisor Member Thank you for the review regarding your recent stay at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre. The hotel management team read all reviews that are posted about the hotel. I was glad to read that you found the city centre location was a great base for exploring Edinburgh. I have also passed your positive feedback on to...

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5 of 5 stars
Janeesh 8 contributions
Trivandrum
Apr 28, 2009 | Trip type: Business

Its a good property right on the city center.. I loved staying there as the rooms were well appointed, staffs were courteous & very helpful. There are many eateries around the corner itself giving the guest the choice... Night life & party houses are also very near by... Can be concluded as one of the best in their express category..... more

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Mgtresponse, General Manager

Dear Tripadvisor Member Thank you for the great feedback about the location of the hotel as well as the comments about the bedrooms, staff and value for money. I was pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time in Edinburgh and look forward to seeing you again at the hotel. Regards Philip Taylor General Manager Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh...

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5 of 5 stars
Soslov 5 contributions
Singapore
Apr 25, 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel

I stayed here for one night before going on a tour of the Highlands. On the map, it looked like it was just located off Princes Street, but Edinburgh has a lot of steep slopes, so that has to be borne in mind, especially if one is carrying bulky and heavy luggage. I paid 5 pounds for a cab from... more

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Mgtresponse, General Manager

Many thanks for the great review about your stay at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre. I was glad to hear that you took a taxi from the station to the hotel as even though it is 1/4 mile to the hotel, I would advise taking a taxi if you have several items of luggage. I was pleased to...

Great Hotel
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5 of 5 stars
AlmaFP 3 contributions
New York
Apr 21, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

Loved the hotel. Perfect location - within walking distance of everything - Royal Mile, Prince St, train station, Arthur's Seat, Castle, etc. Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was large, great bathroom and shower, and liked the separate toilet. Was clean and quiet. Large buffet, served long hours, but the restaurant afea was small and at times there was a... more

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Mgtresponse, Philip Taylor, General Manager

Dear AlmaFP Thank you for taking the time to leave great feedback about your recent stay at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre. I was pleased to hear that you found the location convenient, that you received good service and that the bedroom was clean, quiet and spacious. I am aware that you stayed during a busy period in...

nice hotel
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5 of 5 stars
Peterinamsterdam 17 contributions
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Apr 21, 2009 | Trip type: Business, Solo travel

Nice hotel and nice staff, budget stay for me and would stay here again but the location is a bit iffy. more

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Mgtresponse, Philip Taylor, General Manager

Dear Peter Thank you for the feedback in regard to your recent stay at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre. I was pleased to read that you have stayed with Inter-Continental Hotels Group several times in different locations. I was glad to read that you found that the hotel and staff were able to meet your expectations, however I...

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5 of 5 stars
ladyblacktea 3 contributions
Scotland
Apr 12, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

Stayed here for a friends b.day and the location could not have been better, check in was really good and the manager on duty was really friendly, I believe her name was Kerr. Throughout our stay she could not have been more helpful and assisted us with ideas etc. Really personalised our stay and would encourage us to return. Breakfast... more

Management response from
Mgtresponse, General Manager

Dear Tripadvisor Member Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback about the hotel and team. I have made sure that your positive comments have been passed across to Kerr, our Guest Service Manager. I look forward to welcoming you back to Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre again. Regards Philip Taylor General Manager

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Address: Picardy Place, Edinburgh EH1 3JT, Scotland