IHG to Open First Garner Hotel in Edinburgh with Central Location and Low Rates

By Ivan PetrenkoMar 25, 2025 20:27 PMNews
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Comfort-focused design for practical city stays. Source: unsplash

IHG Hotels & Resorts has just confirmed that its forthcoming Garner-branded hotel will arrive in Scotland, with the first opening expected during Q2 2025. The 195 room facility will be situated directly opposite Haymarket Station in the west city centre of Edinburgh, a major transport hub. The new hotel is part of a broader European expansion strategy for the brand, which focuses on practical comfort at competitive rates.

The Garner Hotels concept was introduced by IHG in 2023 as a midscale conversion brand aimed at travellers looking for value-driven stays. Edinburgh’s Haymarket location will be one of several properties in IHG’s growing pipeline across Europe, which already includes hotels in the UK, Italy, Türkiye, and Germany. Backed by Palm Holdings, the new hotel will offer a cost-conscious option in a city where accommodation prices can fluctuate seasonally.

Modern hotel room with minimalist décor and colorful accents
New rooms designed for efficient comfort. Source: IHG Hotels & Resorts

Location of the hotel provides easy access to the city centre of Edinburgh and all its transport links — trains, trams, buses. Visitors arriving from Edinburgh Airport or travelling to other Scottish destinations will benefit from the hotel’s immediate proximity to Haymarket Station. The centralized location provides tourists with easy access to being close to the main points as well as other attractions and facilities on foot.

Business travellers attending events at the nearby Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) will also find the new Garner Hotel a practical solution. The property aims to provide all the essentials—comfortable beds, all-day snacks, and strong connectivity—without unnecessary extras. This allows guests to prioritise efficiency while maintaining access to central meeting venues and dining areas in the West End.

For those planning travel in 2025 or beyond, the addition of this hotel offers more flexibility in choosing affordable, well-located accommodation in Edinburgh. In a city that often draws both leisure and corporate visitors year-round, the expansion of IHG’s midscale options brings a welcome balance of price, quality, and accessibility for modern travellers.

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