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About the Hotel

19 - 21 George Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH2 2PB
Great
8.2
9.0
/10
4.2
4.4
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Accommodations

InterContinental Edinburgh The George offers a selection of spacious One Bedroom Suites with king size beds and luxurious furnishings. The guest rooms reflect a palette inspired by 19th-century Scottish landscape paintings, featuring tones drawn from Highland glens and forest ferns. Select luxury townhouse suites provide exclusive access to the Club InterContinental lounge and complimentary mini bar.

Dining

The hotel features Le Petit Beefbar, a steakhouse that allows guests to enjoy fine dining within the vibrant setting of George Street. Guests can also visit Burr & Co., a local favorite coffee spot that offers excellent coffee, cakes, and pastries. Flexible catering options are available for events, with bespoke menu curation by the kitchen team.

Location

Located on one of Edinburgh's prestigious streets, the hotel provides quick access to the cultural and historical landmarks of the city. Guests can explore both Old Town and New Town, both UNESCO World Heritage sites, just steps away from the hotel. The hotel is also conveniently close to transportation options making travel easy.

Wellness

The hotel's on-site fitness center is newly refurbished and equipped with modern cardio and strength-training equipment, allowing guests to maintain their workout routine. Club InterContinental guests can enjoy additional wellness provisions including afternoon tea and evening cocktails. The hotel focuses on offering exclusive privileges to enhance guest experiences.

Business Facilities

InterContinental Edinburgh The George contains seven adaptable meeting spaces suitable for various corporate events, accommodating up to 300 attendees. The Kings Hall, a striking original banking hall, features a stained glass dome ceiling and original Corinthian pillars, providing a unique backdrop for events. Business services include printing, executive VIP services, and same-day dry cleaning.

Highlights

Location: One of the capital's most prestigious streets

Rooms: Luxury townhouse suites with king size beds

Dining: Le Petit Beefbar steakhouse on-site

Business: Capacity for up to 300 attendees in meetings

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Intercontinental Edinburgh The George By Ihg Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Cosy Double Room
2 persons
130 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
1 Double Bed Classic
2 persons
175 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Premium King Room Stocked Minibar
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Classic Room
2 persons
130 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments
Facilities: Great
8.4/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Bowling
  • Golf course
  • Billiard tables
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Squash
  • Archery
  • Aerobics

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment

Room features

  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Intercontinental Edinburgh The George By Ihg Hotel Location

19 - 21 George Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH2 2PB
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19 - 21 George Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH2 2PB
Nearby
Gallery
Scottish National Gallery
1500 ft
Monument
Scott Monument
1300 ft
53 Princes Street
Princes Street
1300 ft
Restaurants
Hard Rock Cafe
400 ft
20 George Street
The Printing Press Bar & Kitchen
100 ft
21 25 George Street Next to the George Hotel
Le Monde Restaurant
400 ft
16 George Street
Burr & Co
0 ft
20 George Street
Yeni Meze Bar
400 ft
73 Hanover Street
The Georgian Tea Room
500 ft
14 George Street The Dome
The Dirty Martini
500 ft
16 George Street At Le Monde Hotel
Grand Cru
400 ft
79 Hanover Street
Getting around
City Centre
Edinburgh9 min  ·  2300 ft
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI)20 min  ·  8.2 mi
Glasgow Airport (GLA)134 min  ·  55.3 mi
Train
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station8 min  ·  2000 ft
Bus
Bus stop5 min  ·  1400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Paid Private parking is possible at a location nearby.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP26.95 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of cots in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Czech, Romanian, Polish, Greek, Turkish, Hebrew, Tagalog / Filipino, Ukrainian
Year renovated:
2009
Number of floors:
7
Number of rooms:
241
Former name
The Principal Edinburgh

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Intercontinental Edinburgh The George By Ihg Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 729 verified reviews
8.5/10
Great
82%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.2/10
Cleanliness
8.9/10
Comfort
8.9/10
Facilities
8.4/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.2/10
Location
9.6/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.5/10
Staff
9.1/10
Value for money
7.6/10
Guest reviews
based on 2522 reviews
4.5/5
based on 1147 reviews
8.2/10
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