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InterContinental Edinburgh The George, an IHG Hotel

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Featuring a prime location in the heart of Edinburgh, the historic and stylish InterContinental Edinburgh The George is situated in the New Town, conveniently near attractions like Edinburgh Castle, Princes Street Gardens, and Holyrood Palace. The hotel offers sophisticated rooms, a variety of event spaces and meeting rooms (including the stunning Kings Hall), as well as a well-appointed gym.

This Grade II listed property, known for its striking facade, was originally constructed in 1775. It has since undergone a comprehensive renovation, revamping most of the guest rooms and public areas. The thoughtfully designed interiors evoke a restored elegance, highlighting simple details and utilizing natural materials that pay homage to its rich heritage.

Each guest room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, complimentary WiFi, and an en suite bathroom, along with welcome amenities and luxurious Byredo toiletries. Guests can also enjoy free high-speed WiFi throughout the hotel.

Le Petit Beefbar, the hotel’s on-site restaurant, showcases exquisite cuts of beef sourced from across the globe, alongside a diverse selection of cocktails, spirits, soft drinks, and coffee. The restaurant welcomes guests from Wednesday to Sunday, while the bar operates daily from 12:30 PM to 11 PM.

Burr & Co., the hotel café, is a popular local spot offering beverages and an assortment of cakes, pastries, sandwiches, and salads. It is open from 8 AM to 5 PM on weekdays and from 9 AM to 5 PM on weekends.

Additionally, a comprehensive room service menu is available for guests who prefer to dine in the comfort of their own room.

Couples especially appreciate the location, giving it a rating of 9.6 for a getaway designed for two.

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

Facilities of InterContinental 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

  • 2 restaurants

  • Facilities for disabled guests

  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper

  • Towels

  • Bath or shower

  • Slippers

  • Private bathroom

  • Toilet

  • Free toiletries

  • Bathrobe

  • Hairdryer

  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

  • Wardrobe or closet

  • Alarm clock

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Cleaning products

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
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

Living Area

  • Seating Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV

  • Telephone

  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site

  • Fruits

    Additional charge

  • Wine/champagne

    Additional charge

  • Kid meals

    Additional charge

  • Breakfast in the room

  • Bar

  • Minibar

  • Tea/Coffee maker

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

    • Wake-up service

    • Heating

    • Car hire

    • Packed lunches

    • Carpeted

    • Lift

    • Family rooms

    • Ironing facilities

    • Facilities for disabled guests

    • Non-smoking rooms

    • Iron

    • Wake up service/Alarm clock

    • Room service

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by elevator

    Wellness

    • Fitness

    • Fitness centre

    Languages spoken

    • Mandarin

    • Czech

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Hebrew

    • Italian

    • Portuguese

    • Romanian

    • Ukrainian

    House rules
    InterContinental 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
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    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 option.

    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
    Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

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

    Cards accepted at this hotel
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBDiscoverCarte Blanche Cash is not accepted

    Essential Details
    Important information for guests at this location

    Kindly be aware that InterContinental Edinburgh The George is entirely a non-smoking venue.

    The credit or debit card utilized at the time of booking must be presented during check-in.

    The property provides connecting rooms. For additional details, please reach out to the property directly.

    If you are reserving more than 7 rooms, different terms and extra fees may be applicable.

    Guests must display a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please be advised that all Special Requests are subject to availability and可能 incur extra charges.

    Please notify InterContinental Edinburgh The George, an IHG Hotel, ahead of your anticipated arrival time. You may utilize the Special Requests box while booking or contact the property directly using the details provided in your confirmation.

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