Family-friendly stay in Scotland’s capital
Located just a 15-minute drive from Edinburgh Airport and Edinburgh Waverley train station, this well-connected hotel makes it easy to explore Scotland’s capital and the surrounding area. For those with a brimming bucket list, popular attractions such as Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Zoo, and Murrayfield Stadium are all less than a 10-minute drive away.
When you’re not out sightseeing, shopping on Princes Street, or even playing a round at the nearby Murrayfield Golf Course, you can unwind in the confortable rooms that come with Wi-Fi, satellite TV, air-conditioning, and hot drinks facilities. If you’re travelling with little ones, there are family rooms available, as well as cots and an outdoor playground.
Edinburgh is famous for its fine dining scene with several Michelin-starred restaurants and some of the most exclusive eating experiences in the UK. However, if you prefer to stay on site for food and drink, the hotel’s relaxed restaurant serves delicious breakfasts and dinners with special menus for children, while the laid-back bar is a welcoming spot for an evening drink.
When you’re not out sightseeing, shopping on Princes Street, or even playing a round at the nearby Murrayfield Golf Course, you can unwind in the confortable rooms that come with Wi-Fi, satellite TV, air-conditioning, and hot drinks facilities. If you’re travelling with little ones, there are family rooms available, as well as cots and an outdoor playground.
Edinburgh is famous for its fine dining scene with several Michelin-starred restaurants and some of the most exclusive eating experiences in the UK. However, if you prefer to stay on site for food and drink, the hotel’s relaxed restaurant serves delicious breakfasts and dinners with special menus for children, while the laid-back bar is a welcoming spot for an evening drink.
What Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City West has to offer
Edinburgh Castle
Only a 10-minute drive away, Edinburgh Castle houses the Crown Jewels and the National War Museum of Scotland. It’s also where the Royal Military Tattoo is performed every August.
St James Quarter
If you’re looking for a little luxury retail therapy during your break, the recently opened St James Quarter is the perfect place to spend an afternoon. It’s just a 10-minute drive from the hotel.
Edinburgh Fringe Festival
Culture vultures flock to Edinburgh for the world-renowned Fringe Festival, which takes place every August. There are hundreds of shows and events staged in venues across the city.
Facilities
Overview
- Bar
- Air conditioning
- Wi-fi
All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, dress code, and may attract additional charges.
Food & Drink
- Bar
- Restaurant
All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, dress code, and may attract additional charges.
Average weather in Scotland
January
4°C
13 days of rain
February
4°C
11 days of rain
March
6°C
10 days of rain
April
9°C
8 days of rain
May
12°C
10 days of rain
June
15°C
10 days of rain
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