• City view
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Bath
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safety deposit box
  • Luggage storage
  • Heating

Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at InterContinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, an IHG Hotel

Boasting an enviable location in the Edinburgh city centre, the historic and chic, InterContinental Edinburgh The George, is close to Edinburgh Castle, Princes Street Gardens and Holyrood Palace. It has elegant rooms, conference and meeting rooms and a gym. Free high-speed WiFi is available throughout the hotel. This Grade II listed building with its distinctive facade was built in 1775 and has undergone a great refurbishment project transforming the majority of the bedrooms and public areas. The architecturally-designed interior has created a sense of restored grandeur with simple detailing and the use of natural materials. Each room features a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, and an en suite bathroom. The Printing Press Bar & Kitchen serves seasonal Scottish produce throughout the day and night. It is open 7 days a week offering breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a late-night bar until 01:00. Coffee, cakes, pastries, sandwiches and salads are available at Burr & Co, open 7 days a week. A full room service menu is also available. The hotel boasts the King's Hall event room.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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InterContinental Hotels & Resorts
Hotel chain/brand
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Edinburgh, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.7

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Private parking available


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
7.7
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.0
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Ester
    Iceland Iceland
    Excelent service, friendly staff, breakfast was very good and the coffee was great. The locaion is excelent we could walk wherever we wanted to go from the hotel.
  • Mf
    Singapore Singapore
    Excellent Location , great service especially from Conceirge staff Gavin who greeted us with a cheerful smile every afternoon when we got back to the hotel. He also provided excellent help on sightseeing options . Loved the restaurant Le Petit...
  • Kelly
    Canada Canada
    Breakfast was just a wonderful treat every morning. The staff were so welcoming, the dining room was well appointed, clean, and lots of selection for breakfast. A perfect way to start each day in Edinburgh.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Le Petit Beef Bar
    • Cuisine
      Steakhouse
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of InterContinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, an IHG Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Bar
Outdoors
  • Terrace
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bingo
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Aerobics
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Archery
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Stand-up comedy
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Squash
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Darts
    Additional charge
  • Table tennis
    Additional charge
  • Billiards
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Cleaning services
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Business centre
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Pet bowls
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Car hire
    • Packed lunches
    • Lift
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Wellness
    • Fitness
    • Fitness centre
    Languages spoken
    • Czech
    • German
    • Greek
    • English
    • Spanish
    • French
    • Italian
    • Polish
    • Filipino
    • Turkish

    House rules

    InterContinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, an IHG Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    Until 12:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 3 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

    Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Mastercard Visa Carte Blanche Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted InterContinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, an IHG Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that InterContinental Edinburgh The George is strictly a non-smoking property.

    The credit / debit card used at the time of the booking needs to be presented upon check-in.

    The property offers connecting rooms. Please contact the property for further information.

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform InterContinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, an IHG Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    FAQs about InterContinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, an IHG Hotel

    • InterContinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, an IHG Hotel is 750 yards from the centre of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at InterContinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, an IHG Hotel include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Double
      • Suite
      • Quadruple

    • InterContinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, an IHG Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • Le Petit Beef Bar

    • InterContinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, an IHG Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Fitness centre
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Billiards
      • Bowling
      • Table tennis
      • Tennis court
      • Darts
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Squash
      • Movie nights
      • Pub crawls
      • Archery
      • Live music/performance
      • Fitness
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Aerobics
      • Bike tours
      • Bingo
      • Stand-up comedy
      • Live sport events (broadcast)
      • Walking tours
      • Tour or class about local culture

    • Check-in at InterContinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, an IHG Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • The prices at InterContinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, an IHG Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.