Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre has 1 meeting/event space for up to 40 delegates (theatre), largest: Meeting Room 1 (40).
- Up to 50 delegates
- 1 meeting space
Capacity overview
1 space · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meeting Room 1 | 40 | — | 16 | 24 | 18 | — | — | 35 |
At a glance
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre is a contemporary business hotel located in the heart of Edinburgh's historic Old Town on Cowgate. The hotel features modern meeting facilities suitable for small to medium-sized corporate events and conferences, with flexible room configurations accommodating up to 50 delegates. Guests benefit from the hotel's prime location just minutes from the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and the city's vibrant business district. The hotel offers complimentary WiFi throughout, business services, and proximity to major transport links including Edinburgh Waverley station. The venue combines modern amenities with easy access to Edinburgh's cultural attractions and business centers.
Best suited for
- Business Meetings
- Corporate Training
- Small Conferences
- Workshops
- Seminars
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV equipment
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Business services
- City centre location
- Historic district
- Express breakfast
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible restrooms
- Elevator access
Location & getting there
300 Cowgate, Edinburgh, EH1 1NA, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
Every rating below is computed from verified platform data — never marketing copy.
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre is a verified hotel in Edinburgh, hosting up to 50 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, bedrooms, accessibility. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & cateringNot listed
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 5 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre have?
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre has 1 meeting and event space in Edinburgh, seating up to 40 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre's largest event space?
The largest event space at Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre is Meeting Room 1, with a maximum capacity of 40 guests.
What conference facilities does Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre offer?
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre offers Free WiFi, AV equipment, Air conditioning, 24-hour reception, LCD Projector, Projection Screen, Sound System across its 1 meeting and event space.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 50 guests - boardroom style 16, theatre style 50, cabaret style 32
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV package included with projector, screen, sound system and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout
Is catering available?
Full catering menu available including breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshment breaks
Is there parking available?
Limited on-street parking available, public car parks nearby - advance booking recommended
About Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre is a contemporary business hotel located in the heart of Edinburgh's historic Old Town on Cowgate. The hotel features modern meeting facilities suitable for small to medium-sized corporate events and conferences, with flexible room configurations accommodating up to 50 delegates. Guests benefit from the hotel's prime location just minutes from the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and the city's vibrant business district. The hotel offers complimentary WiFi throughout, business services, and proximity to major transport links including Edinburgh Waverley station. The venue combines modern amenities with easy access to Edinburgh's cultural attractions and business centers.
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