Next to Edinburgh Zoo, on Corstorphine Road, is Holiday Inn Zoo Edinburgh, a 4-star hotel with an indoor pool, a spa, a gym and free parking. It suits you if you travel with children or by car and want facilities to relax in after sightseeing.
Location and getting around
It is west of the centre: about 3.1 km to Haymarket station, about 4.3 km to Edinburgh Castle and about 5 km to Waverley. For the historic centre, public transport or a taxi is best. According to the property, there are bus stops under 5 minutes away on foot with a connection to the centre, and Murrayfield stadium is nearby.
Rooms and facilities
According to the property, the rooms are spacious and have air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a satellite TV and a tea and coffee set. Some have views of the Pentland Hills.
The Spirit club brings together an indoor pool, a sauna, a spa with treatments and a gym. For eating there is an international restaurant and a cocktail lounge. Breakfast offers a buffet, continental and cooked dishes. Parking is free.
Who it suits
- A good fit if you travel with children and the zoo is in your plans: it is next door.
- Practical if you travel by car and do not want to pay for parking.
- Ideal if you fancy a swim or a sauna at the end of the day.
- Worth a look if you are going to an event at Murrayfield.
Good to know
Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is until 12:00. The restaurant, air conditioning and Wi-Fi appear only in the hotel’s own description, so confirm them if they matter to you. If you prefer to sleep next to the sights, see the guide to hotels in Edinburgh.