Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance. Additional amenities at this hotel include discounted use of a nearby fitness facility and a vending machine. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM. This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Stay in one of 78 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Edinburgh Vaults - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi John Knox House - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Royal Mile - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi Festival Theatre - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi Parliament House - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi City Chambers - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Real Mary King's Close - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi University of Edinburgh - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi City Art Centre - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi St. Giles' Cathedral - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi National Museum of Scotland - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Holyrood Park - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Potterrow Student Centre - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi Edinburgh Dungeon - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Grassmarket - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi The preferred airport for Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel is Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 13 km / 8.1 mi Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile, an IHG Hotel is centrally located in Edinburgh, a 4-minute walk from Royal Mile and 6 minutes by foot from University of Edinburgh. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Grassmarket and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Scottish Parliament. Near Edinburgh Castle