Located close to Princes Street Gardens and St. Giles' Cathedral, InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Le Petit Beefbar, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a 24-hour business centre.
Located in Edinburgh City Centre, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Greyfriars Kirk and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Princes Street Gardens and Arthur's Seat. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Edinburgh International Conference Centre. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails and mountain biking in the area. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
19-21 George Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2PB
What's nearby
George Street
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Princes Street
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Princes Street Gardens
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Edinburgh Castle
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
St Andrew Square Tram Stop
4 min walk
Edinburgh Waverley Station
6 min walk
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
38 min drive
Restaurants
Amarone
2 min walk
Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh
1 min walk
The Dome
2 min walk
Bucks Bar
2 min walk
Lowdown
2 min walk
About this property
InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG
Upscale hotel near Princes Street Gardens
Located close to St. Giles' Cathedral and Edinburgh Castle, InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Le Petit Beefbar, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. In addition to a gym and a 24-hour business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Full breakfast (surcharge), coworking spaces and a 24-hour front desk
Meeting rooms, a computer station and concierge services
Wedding services, a ballroom and a banquet hall
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 239 individually furnished rooms boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes. Guest reviews highly rate the overall comfort rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding and Egyptian cotton sheets
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and baths or showers
40-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and heating
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
Is InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG pet-friendly?
Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG?
As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG on 8 Nov 2026 start from ฿6,666, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG?
Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG located?
Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Princes Street Gardens and St. Giles' Cathedral. Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Edinburgh Castle are also within 15 minutes. St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Princes Street Tram Stop are within a 5-minute walk.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Hotel is very large and offers many amenities, but it was a maze to our room. The room was well appointed, but the carpet and the furniture show signs of heavy use. The bathroom was immaculate and has lovely toiletries. The staff was so helpful and made sure we were welcomed.
Staff were very helpful. Room was very well appointed with fresh bottled water, snacks and coffee/tea daily. Great location for exploring the area on foot. Highly recommend and would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Leslie
25 Feb 2026
Clean room, premium location and the dinner at Le Petit Beefbar was a highlight!
This was a two part stay because we liked the hotel and location so much we canceled a reservation and booked another room here. I visited a lot of hotels in Edinburgh and stayed at one other. The Intercontinental is an excellent choice if staying in one hotel in Edinburgh. Recommend a higher floor (6 or 7) in the newer part because you will get some sort of view over the city, but it's not essential.
From the greeting at the entrance to the staff at reception everyone was friendly and proved a pleasant experience of being greeted with a smile. The hotel room was clean and well appointed with a lovely view.
The hotel is located in a perfect location for seeing the city. Restaurants and shopping are on the door steps. I walked to the Royal Botanics and the old town.
I will stay at the Intercontinental again in my next visit to Edinburgh.
The staff were so welcoming and wonderful. Fantastic location. I have absolutely no complaints. Thank you for a great stay and I hope to be back someday.