Intercontinental Edinburgh The George

• Hotel Room

  You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
• Enhanced cleaning

  This stay has committed to enhanced cleaning measures.Learn more
• Freebies

  This stay includes Wi-Fi for free

• Fitness centre
• Restaurant
• Bar/Lounge
• Room service
• Free Wi-Fi
• Tea/coffee maker
• Coffee machine
• Coffee shop
• Business centre
• Wi-Fi available in all areas

What's nearby

• Scott Monument181 m
• National Gallery of Scotland220 m
• Princes Street Gardens263 m
• Waverley Mall272 m
• Real Mary King's Close0.6 km
• St Giles' Cathedral0.6 km
• Edinburgh Castle0.6 km
• National Library Of Scotland0.6 km
• Museum of Childhood0.8 km
• The Royal Mile0.8 km
• Greyfriars Kirk0.8 km
• Greyfriar's Bobby0.8 km

• Does Intercontinental Edinburgh The George have special cancellation policies due to coronavirus (COVID-19)?

  All existing bookings at Intercontinental Edinburgh The George can be changed or cancelled for stays up to 30 June 2020. For more information, visit the Intercontinental Hotel Response to COVID-19 page.

• What can I have for breakfast at The Principal Edinburgh George Street?

  Breakfast is served from 7:00 am to 11:00 am, seven days a week at The Printing Press Bar & Kitchen. The Cold Breakfast Table buffet includes pastries and croissants, muesli, fruit, yogurt, and fresh juice. If you prefer to start the day with a cooked breakfast, select the Full Scottish with free-range eggs, smoked back bacon, sausage, haggis, tomatoes, mushrooms, and baked beans. A Full vegetarian option is also available with Quorn sausage. Other options include Peterhead kippers, homemade pancakes, and brioche French toast.

• How do I get around if I’m staying at The Principal Edinburgh George Street?

  If you are flying into Edinburgh, Edinburgh Airport is 20m west of the hotel by taxi. If you prefer to take public transport, there are good connections from the airport by tram and bus to St Andrew Square, which is only a 2m walk from the hotel. The hotel is a 10m walk to Edinburgh Waverley rail station, so it is easy to explore the area by train. The Principal Edinburgh George Street has a great central location and is within walking distance of many of Edinburgh’s top attractions.

• Is The Principal Edinburgh George Street a good base for business travelers?

  Business travelers can take advantage of the 24h Business Center, which has copying, scanning, and printing facilities, mail and courier services, and onsite computers. Executive rooms have king size beds, a large working space, and complimentary tea and coffee making facilities provided in each room. Same day dry cleaning and laundry valet are available.

• What are some of the attractions close to The Principal Edinburgh George Street?

  One of Edinburgh’s must-see attractions, Edinburgh Castle, is only a 10m walk from The Principal Edinburgh George Street. Cultural attractions such as the National Museum of Scotland, the Writers’ Museum, and the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art are also a short walk from the hotel. Popular sites such as the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Arthur’s Seat, the Royal Botanical Garden, and Scott Monument are also worth a visit. If you’re traveling with kids, the Camera Obscura curiosity museum and Dynamic Earth science center are some of the best local picks.

• What kind of accessible amenities are available at The Principal Edinburgh George Street?

  The Principal Edinburgh George Street has wheelchair accessible guestrooms with clearance beneath vanities, grab bars in the shower, and adequate turning space. Controls for heating, air conditioning, and lights have been lowered for easy access. The common areas of the hotel such as the front entrance, restaurants, and meeting rooms are fully accessible by wheelchair.

• What is the pet policy at The Principal Edinburgh George Street?

  The Principal Edinburgh George Street is a pet-friendly establishment and welcomes your four-legged friend to stay with you in your guest room. Dogs staying at the hotel must be chipped and fully vaccinated. There are plenty of parks within a short stroll of the hotel where you can take your dog for a walk. Guests will be charged an additional pet fee per night.

• Where is Intercontinental Edinburgh The George located?

  Intercontinental Edinburgh The George is located at 19-21 George Street in New Town, 0.2 km from the centre of Edinburgh. Scott Monument is the closest landmark to Intercontinental Edinburgh The George.

• When is check-in time and check-out time at Intercontinental Edinburgh The George?

  Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Intercontinental Edinburgh The George.

• Does Intercontinental Edinburgh The George offer free Wi-Fi?

  Yes, Intercontinental Edinburgh The George offers free Wi-Fi.

• How far is Intercontinental Edinburgh The George from the airport?

  Intercontinental Edinburgh The George is 11 km from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Intercontinental Edinburgh The George is 56.4 km from Dundee.

• Can you bring pets to Intercontinental Edinburgh The George?

  Yes, Intercontinental Edinburgh The George is a pet-friendly hotel.