Intercontinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, An Ihg Hotel
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Intercontinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, An Ihg Hotel Review
The wonderful 5-star Intercontinental Edinburgh The George Hotel is set in New Town, initially built in response to the deterioration of the medieval Old Town in the 18th century, only a 5-minute stroll from the Leith Princes Street. Facing skyline views, the luxury hotel is at walking distance from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" and offers an à la carte restaurant plus bowling, cycling and ping-pong.
The charming hotel includes a restaurant that is open for an English breakfast. Printing Press Kitchen restaurant, featuring Scottish dishes, is open for guests. Drinks are available at the lounge bar. There is also a restaurant with different French dishes in the area.
The luxurious property in Edinburgh is a 10-minute ride from the royal Holyrood Park. The 16th-century Palace of Holyroodhouse is also located a 5-minute drive from the non-smoking Intercontinental Edinburgh George.
Standing nearly an 11-minute stroll away, the parish church "St Giles' Cathedral" is a hard-to-miss divine tourist destination.
This Edinburgh property offers 240 rooms with a mini fridge bar and tea/coffee making equipment as well as private bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet. They are furnished with double beds or single beds along with a sofa and a work desk.
Dundee airport is 100 km from the welcoming Intercontinental Edinburgh George Hotel and Edinburgh Waverley train station is a 10-minute stroll away.
This Edinburgh hotel offers tennis courts and a golf course for an additional fee so you could have extra comfort during your stay. Guests can work out in a gym. The chic Intercontinental Edinburgh George, located only metres from the art museum "Scottish National Gallery", comes with a meeting room and a business centre featuring a photocopy machine and a desk.
Impressions
The Intercontinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, An IHG Hotel, is a gastronomic delight nestled in the heart of Edinburgh. Upon arrival, I was welcomed with a refreshing drink and treated to a delectable array of snacks at the hotel's coffee shop. The restaurant's menu boasted an impressive selection of culinary delights, offering a diverse range of dishes that catered to every palate. The 24-hour reception and express check-in/out made my stay seamless, allowing me to focus on savoring the culinary experiences that the hotel had to offer.
The hotel's bar and lounge area exuded an inviting ambiance and provided the perfect setting to unwind while relishing in the assortment of beverages on offer. Additionally, the provision of in-room breakfast ensured that each day commenced with a flavorsome start. Furthermore, the hotel's attention to detail in catering to all guests was notable, with children's menus, cots, and a pet-friendly policy adding an extra touch of warmth. The diverse range of recreational activities, from darts to archery, meant that the hotel not only satisfied my culinary cravings but also provided ample options for leisure and entertainment.
Positives and negatives
- Traditional hotel with stunning views over the sea.
- Good location within a 10-minute walk from Royal Mile.
- Nestled in a downtown area surrounded by a hillside and a park.
- Reasonably large rooms with separate bathrooms and perfect decor.
- Some rates include climate control and a radiator.
- Warm Italian menu in the nice restaurant.
- Has a busy main bar with fine beverages.
- Excellent service and excellent facilities.
- Rates are good.
- The breakfast might be cold at times.
- Minor complaints about a few not that friendly employees.
Rooms
Facilities
Facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Rooms
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Dining facilities
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches Electric kettle
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Relax
- Live entertainment
- Fitness centre
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Bowling
- Golf course
- Billiard tables
- Darts
- Table tennis
- Squash
- Archery
- Aerobics
Activities for Kids
- Cots
- Children's menu
Reviews
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Scott Monument 250 m (820 ft)
- St Giles' Cathedral 590 m (1936 ft)
- Calton Hill 850 m (2789 ft)
- Princes Street Gardens 530 m (1739 ft)
- National Museum of Scotland 880 m (2887 ft)
- Royal Mile 520 m (1706 ft)
- The Real Mary King's Close 570 m (1870 ft)
- Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh 1.50 km (4921 ft)
- Palace of Holyroodhouse 1.46 km (4790 ft)
Summary
| ✔️ Rating | 8.4 / 10 |
| 🏷️ Min Price | $125 |
| 🔑 Rooms | 240 |
| ⭐ Reviews | 1848 |
| 📍 Landmarks nearby | Scott Monument , St Giles' Cathedral , Calton Hill |
| 🏆 Rankings | #2 in Edinburgh hotels near Royal Yacht Britannia #2 in Hotels With Suites In Edinburgh #3 in Edinburgh hotels near Gladstone's Land #4 in Casino Hotels in Edinburgh #4 in Edinburgh hotels near Scott Monument |