Stay in the heart of Edinburgh's historic Old Town at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile. Walk to Edinburgh Waverley station in under 10 minutes, with rail links across the UK, and reach Edinburgh Airport in around 30 minutes on public transport. Park nearby at NCP Holyrood Road. Step outside the hotel and explore Edinburgh’s top attractions, including Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, St Giles’ Cathedral and the National Museum of Scotland, all within easy walking distance. Visit the Palace of Holyroodhouse at the end of the Royal Mile, browse independent shops and cafés in the Grassmarket, or catch a performance at the Festival Theatre. For breathtaking views of the city, take an eight-minute walk to Holyrood Park and climb Arthur’s Seat. Discover more of Edinburgh's cultural highlights with a visit to the National Museum of Scotland or a stroll through the Royal Botanic Garden. Head to Calton Hill for another iconic vantage point overlooking the city skyline or enjoy family-friendly attractions such as The Edinburgh Dungeon and Camera Obscura & World of Illusions. Unwind in your comfortable room with free Wi-Fi and air-conditioning after a day of exploring. Enjoy a light bite available to order from the bar 24 hours a day, or sit back and relax with a drink in the Great Room lounge. Start your morning with a free Express Start breakfast.