First Garner Hotel comes to Scotland

Garner Hotel Haymarket Edinburgh—© IHG
Scotland’s newest hotel from IHG Hotels & Resorts prioritizes comfort, style, and convenience

IHG Hotels & Resorts, a leading global hotel company, has officially signed the Garner Hotel Haymarket Edinburgh. This marks the debut of its Garner Hotels brand in Scotland. Set to open in the second half of 2025, the hotel is part of Palm Holdings and aims to offer a premium yet affordable stay for travelers.  

The ideal base for exploring

Located opposite Haymarket Station in Edinburgh, this new 195-room luxury hotel is positioned in a prime spot with access to the vibrant West End and great transport connections. Close to Edinburgh’s International Conference Centre, the hotel is perfect for both leisure and business travelers.

Willemijn Geels, Vice President of Development, Europe, IHG Hotels & Resorts, says, “In the past few months, we have opened or signed Garner Hotels in more than six cities across Europe, which is testament to our growing presence in the essentials segment. Garner Hotel Haymarket Edinburgh perfectly exemplifies how our conversion brands are thriving, and with its central location and individual design, I’m confident that the hotel will become a flagship Garner Hotels property in Europe.”

Designed for comfort and committed to quality stays

Garner Hotel Haymarket Edinburgh will align with the brand’s ethos of offering reliable, quality stays with essential comforts. Whether for short trips or even extended stays, guests can expect a stylish hotel with a flexible design and a focus on comfort. Garner Hotels is committed to delivering what guests expect with top-of-the-line amenities such as a 24/7 Bar/To Go café and a delicious breakfast to wake up to.

Garner Hotel Haymarket Edinburgh—© IHG

Launched in 2023 as IHG’s newest midscale conversion brand, Garner Hotels builds on the company’s strong presence across the UK and Ireland. Garner Hotel Haymarket Edinburgh joins their expanding portfolio of Garner Hotels, which includes 23 open hotels and 94 in development.

Please note: Information regarding project details—including but not limited to opening dates, room counts, and branding—for hotels under development can change as projects progress. The information in this article reflects the most accurate details available at the time of writing and may not be updated afterward.

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