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Intercontinental Edinburgh The George by Ihg

19-21 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 2PB GB
View Map Reservations: +1-800-219-2797
4.0 Star Property Near Edinburgh Castle
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Property Description

InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG is centrally located in Edinburgh, a 4-minute walk from Princes Street Gardens and 9 minutes by foot from St. Giles' Cathedral. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Greyfriars Kirk.

Enjoy local and international cuisine at Le Petit Beefbar, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Make yourself at home in one of the 239 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

George Street - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
St. Andrew Square - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Assembly Rooms - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Princes Street - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Princes Street Gardens - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Scott Monument - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Scottish National Gallery - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
St James Quarter - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Edinburgh Visit Scotland Information Centre - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Edinburgh Dungeon - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Writers' Museum - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
The Hub - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Waterloo Place - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Charlotte Square - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi

The preferred airport for InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG is Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 13.1 km / 8.1 mi

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Edinburgh? This hotel has 3385 square feet (315 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 7 meeting rooms.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional amenities at this hotel include wedding services and a ballroom.

Amenities / Features

  • Check In: 3:00 PM
  • Check Out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum age of oldest guest: 18
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Distance from property (miles) - 1
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Proposal/romance packages available
  • Coworking spaces
  • Number of meeting rooms - 7
  • Conference space size (meters) - 315
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Distance from property (km) - 1
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • No accessible shuttle
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Distance from property (ft) - 3281
  • Multilingual staff
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Laundry facilities
  • Offsite parking discounted rates available
  • Elevator
  • Fitness facilities
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Banquet hall
  • Ballroom
  • Year Built - 1775
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Total number of rooms - 239
  • Number of floors - 7
  • Professional property host/manager
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Food and water bowls
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Health or beauty spa nearby
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Meeting rooms
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wedding services
  • Registration desk height (centimeters) - 107
  • Elevator door width (inches) - 35
  • Registration desk height (inches) - 42
  • Couples/private dining
  • Elevator door width (centimeters) - 89
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Golfing nearby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Conference space
  • Computer station
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Conference space size (feet) - 3385
  • 24-hour business center
  • Concierge services

Airport & Shuttle Information

Edinburgh International Airport is just 7 miles, or 25 minutes via taxi, from The Principal Edinburgh. A typical fare is under £20 (this may be higher on public holidays). There is regular tram service for £5.50 for a single trip, or £8.50 return, which takes about 40 minutes and stops at St Andrew Square. Guests can also take the Airlink Bus which is located on Waverley Bridge.

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Breakfast Information

We offer continental and full scottish breakfast buffet.

Pet Friendly?

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Pets allowed (no fees)

Service animals are allowed

Pets cannot be left unattended

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets allowed

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP £40 per pet, per night (maximum of two). Pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property directly.

Parking Info

Street parking is free between 6:30pm - 8.30am every day, and is free all day on Sunday. Outside of these hours there is a maximum parking time of three hours for £3.60 per hour. We offer a preferential rate for guests at the Q Park Omni Centre car park (postcode: EH1 3AN). For further information on Q-Park OMNI then please click here, on arrival please drop luggage at the hotel and our Concierge will be happy to guide you. The cost is £10 per 24 hours. Bus/coach parking is not available.

Internet / WiFI

WIFI is complimentary in all bedrooms and public areas.

Misc Fees / Policies

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 26.95 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 15 per day (3281 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 50 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Cleaning Policies

Contactless check-out is available

About Intercontinental Hotels and Resorts

  • 24-hour room service
  • Great Intercontinental apps for all mobile devices including iPhone and iPad which gives you insider access to their flavorful chef 's recipes, conceirge information, and GPS hotel directions
  • Luxury meeting and event space with catering services
  • Part of Green Engage programme offering sustainable and environmentally friendly options from guest rooms to meeting rooms
  • Resort hotels offer a Kid's Club called Planet Trekkers, which has a number of great activities for children 4-12 years of age
  • Numersous spa packages and individual treatments available at various resort locations

The Intercontinental Hotels and Resorts highlights above are subject to change without notice.

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