Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh-Royal Mile, EdinburghHoliday Inn Express Edinburgh-Royal Mile in Edinburgh, United Kingdom has a corrected score of 3.1 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 88 of 119 hotels we score in Edinburgh. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.1 before correction: Booking.com 3.0, Tripadvisor 3.4, Agoda 3.1. Rooms from about $409 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located in Edinburgh's historic Old Town, this hotel occupies converted warehouses near the Royal Mile. It is a practical choice for families and travellers wanting to walk to Edinburgh Castle or Holyrood Palace. The rooms are modern and air-conditioned, featuring flat-screen TVs and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can access a complimentary buffet breakfast and an on-site bar. The property also offers parking and allows pets. While the central location is convenient for sightseeing, the surrounding area consists of hilly terrain which may be difficult for some to navigate.What stands out

Central Old Town location

Complimentary buffet breakfast

Air-conditioned modern rooms

Pet friendly

Watch out for

Hilly surrounding area

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