Overview
Situated within 5 minutes' walk of Princes Mall Shopping Centre, the 5-star luxury Intercontinental Edinburgh The George By Ihg Hotel offers a shared lounge and a golf course. An à la carte restaurant is available in this Edinburgh hotel that boasts a perfect location a short way from Royal Mile.
Location
The hotel is nestled in New Town, initially built in response to the deterioration of the medieval Old Town in the 18th century, only 1.4 km from Museum of Edinburgh and only 1.5 km from Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. The George Edinburgh offers proximity to such natural sights as the royal Holyrood Park (3 km) and The Meadows (1.6 km).
Transport
Bus Station bus station can be found merely 400 metres from this Edinburgh hotel.
Nearby Attractions
Also, the accommodation is within a few blocks of Greyfriars Bobby's Grave, and Edinburgh Waverley train station is located approximately a 15-minute walk away.
Rooms
Intercontinental Edinburgh The George By Ihg Hotel features 241 rooms with Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as tea and coffee making equipment. The rooms feature private bathrooms. The luxury bathrooms include a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with comforts such as a hairdryer and towels. Guests can enjoy views of the city.
Dining
Food options for lunch are available at one of 2 on-site restaurants. There is also a lounge bar. Sample British specialties at The Dome located in close proximity to the George.
Relax & Wellness
A well-appointed gym and a fitness centre at the property is open to guests for fitness classes.
Rooms & Availability
Cosy Double Room
Classic Room
Classic King Room - Accessible
Premium Room
Premium King Room
Premium Twin Room
Amenities
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Electric kettle
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
Amenities
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Electric kettle
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
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
Children's Facilities
- Cots
- Children's menu
Activities
- Fitness centre
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Bowling
- Golf course
- Billiard tables
- Darts
- Table tennis
- Squash
- Archery
- Aerobics
Meeting Facilities
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Accessibility
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Tourist attractions in Edinburgh
Tourist attractions in Edinburgh
Local sights
- 360 m 1181 ft Scott Monument
- 2 km 1.2 mi Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
- 1.1 km 0.7 mi Calton Hill
- 650 m 2133 ft Princes Street Gardens
- 1.1 km 0.7 mi National Museum of Scotland
- 690 m 2264 ft Royal Mile
- 730 m 2395 ft The Real Mary King's Close
- 810 m 2658 ft St Giles' Cathedral
- 1.6 km 1 mi Palace of Holyroodhouse
Getting around
- 1.1 km 0.7 mi Shandwick Place
- 1.3 km 0.8 mi Raeburn Place
- 1.4 km 0.9 mi Cheyne Street
- 1.5 km 0.9 mi Royal Botanic Gardens
- 390 m 1280 ft Bus Station
- 540 m 1772 ft Edinburgh
Dining options
- 120 m 394 ft Le Monde Restaurant
- 10 m 33 ft Burr & Co
- 10 m 33 ft Hard Rock Cafe
- 130 m 427 ft Grand Cru
- 30 m 98 ft The Printing Press Bar & Kitchen
- 40 m 131 ft The Georgian Tea Room
- 150 m 492 ft The Dirty Martini
- 120 m 394 ft Yeni Meze Bar
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