With a stay at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City West by IHG in Edinburgh (Ravelston), you'll be a 3-minute drive from Dean Village and 8 minutes from Royal Mile. .This family-friendly hotel is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Princes Street.
What's nearby
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
Dean Village - 5 min drive - 1.1 miles
Murrayfield Stadium - 6 min drive - 1.3 miles
Murrayfield Ice Rink - 8 min drive - 1.7 miles
Georgian House - 8 min drive - 1.7 miles
Getting around
Haymarket Tram Station - 5 min drive
Slateford Station - 8 min drive
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
‪Ali's Pizzeria & Fish Bar - ‬5 min drive
‪The Cove - ‬12 min walk
‪Platform 5 - ‬5 min drive
‪Nømad - ‬5 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City West by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City West by IHG offers 129 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. A pillow menu is available. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 129 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature hair dryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and electric kettles.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility. Additional amenities at this hotel include a vending machine and bike parking.
At Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City West by IHG, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-out, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Hotel Lounge - Onsite lobby lounge. Open daily.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Secured self parking on site (GBP 11 per day)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Hotel Lounge
Things to do
Playground
Family friendly
Playground
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Picnic area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
3 accessible parking spaces
Elevator (43 inch wide door)
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
More
8 floors
Comprehensive food waste policy
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Smoking not allowed
Some LED lighting used
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Waste recycling policy
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Pillow menu
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Electric kettle
More
Air conditioning
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Desk
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches used
Iron/ironing board
LED lighting
Phone
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Secured self parking fee: GBP 11 per day
Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property class
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Property is also known as
Edinburgh City West Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Edinburgh City West
Holiday Inn Hotel Edinburgh City West
Edinburgh Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Edinburgh City - West Hotel Edinburgh
Holiday Inn Edinburgh City - West Scotland
Holiday Inn Edinburgh City West Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City West by IHG Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
This hotel is comfortable with a great breakfast, but to be honest, it's the staff that make this place a winner. I'd stay here again just to be met with their professionalism and enthusiasm. 10/10!
The staff make this hotel shine. Every one of them is friendly and goes out of their way to make your stay relaxing. I was very impressed and would stay here again simply because of this great staff. :)
Heather
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
BALJEET
Dec 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice stay with great breakfast and helpful courteous professional staff. Hotel was clean.
It has small bar and very accommodating staff , breakfast is good for the price I pay.We managed to check in early as the room is available and we did had a good rest as we have an early flight. Location is walkable to prince st. And deans village but you can get a bus going to town centre.
Aileen
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Bob
Dec 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great helpful staff. Good location. Clean & quiet rooms
Room was big and very modern. Super clean and minimal wear and tear.
Staff were so helpful, i had to unexpectedly extend my stay and they really went out of their way to help me.
Kirsty
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Hok Ming Mingson
Jun 29, 2025
Liked: Amenities
Breakfast is excellent , holiday is clean and nice