Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness
Excellent service
Great location
Delicious food
Cons:
Small room
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.75
General sentiment is positively reflected in several reviews, indicating a clean environment.
Service
9.75
Staff received high praise, especially the concierge, suggesting exceptional service.
Location
9.25
Location is frequently mentioned as excellent across multiple reviews.
Room Quality
8.25
Some reviews mentioned rooms being small and issues with heating.
Amenities
8.25
Gym and spa received negative remarks, indicating areas for improvement.
Value for Money
9.25
Overall, guests felt they received suitable value for money based on positive experiences.
Food and Beverage
9.25
Breakfast was described as delicious, contributing positively to the food experience.
Overall Experience
9.25
A universally positive experience conveyed through multiple reviews, despite minor criticisms.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 17:26

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations

Experience the perfect blend of history and modern luxury at InterContinental Edinburgh The George. The elegant rooms, featuring flat-screen TVs and free WiFi, offer a comfortable retreat after a day of exploring the nearby Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street Gardens.

Culinary Delights

Indulge in a culinary journey at The Printing Press Bar & Kitchen, serving up delicious Scottish dishes made from seasonal produce. For a quick bite or a caffeine fix, Burr & Co offers a variety of options to satisfy your cravings throughout the day.

Event Spaces and Amenities

Whether you're hosting a conference or looking to stay active during your visit, our hotel has you covered with conference rooms, a gym, and the impressive King's Hall event room. Free high-speed WiFi ensures you stay connected during your stay.

Book your stay now at InterContinental Edinburgh The George for an unforgettable experience in the heart of the city.

Important information:

Please note that InterContinental Edinburgh The George is strictly a nonsmoking property.

The credit / debit card used at the time of the booking needs to be presented upon check-in.

The property offers connecting rooms. Please contact the property for further information.

When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: EDI

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1543 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.75
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 9.25
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 9.25
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Laurence • solo_traveller • nl
8
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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john • couple • us
3
Not really up to the usual five star standard of an Intercontinental hotel
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Not really up to the usual five star standard of an Intercontinental hotel

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Abbey • family_with_children • gb
2
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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K2364IRpaulj • Business • Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire, England
8
A mixed bag
Pros:

It’s a beautiful hotel in the New Town and I was very excited to be staying here.

Made to feel very welcome on arrival.

My room was in the new part of the hotel, it was comfortable but the noise from the road at night was significant.

I paid for access to the lounge. The service in there is lovely but the canapés for evening meal were a bit underwhelming. Breakfast in the morning though was excellent, tasty and plentiful.

2026-04-02 • via Tripadvisor
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Ludivine • couple • ch
6
2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Marc-Olivier • couple • ch
9
2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Rasyana • couple • ae
9
2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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MainFairy • Family
2
Think Twice Before Booking at Intercontinental in Edinburgh
Pros:

I rarely leave negative reviews, but unfortunately our stay at the InterContinental Edinburgh was one of the more disappointing hotel experiences I’ve had.

Upon check-in, we informed the receptionist that my fiancé has a severe dairy allergy and asked if the kitchen could be notified in advance as a precaution. We were told that we would need to inform the chef ourselves each time, which felt dismissive given the seriousness of the condition and the level of service one would expect from a hotel of this standard.

We were also assigned a room with a very poor view, which was disappointing given our expectations. More concerning, however, was the level of noise—it was difficult to get a proper night’s sleep due to constant disturbances.

On another occasion, we ordered food via Uber Eats, but the lobby did not notify us when it arrived. This resulted in unnecessary delays and inconvenience, especially after a long day.

Lastly, we were charged for breakfast on the day of our arrival, even though we only checked in at 7:00 PM and did not avail of the breakfast service. We raised this with the hotel, but the charge was not reversed, which we found disappointing.

Overall, while the location and facilities may be appealing, these service lapses significantly affected our stay. I hope the management can take these points into consideration to improve the guest experience moving forward.

2026-03-29 • via Tripadvisor
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Maxiboy10 • Couples • Scottish Borders, Scotland
8
Would have been a 5 star review if the breakfast had been hot.
Pros:

Our first visit to this hotel. We stayed for 2 nights and I have to say, from the point of view of the room and general feel, it's one of the best hotels we've stayed in. It is clean and well kept, has a lovely ambiance and staff are very attentive and helpful. Our room was very well appointed and the bed was really comfortable.
There was a great range of choice available at breakfast but he only disappointment for us was the hot buffet section of the breakfast offering and also the coffee from the a la carte menu. The main issue was temperature. Plates were cold and, with the exception of the tomatoes the rest of the food was look warm at best meaning, after it was put on the cold plate, it was basically cold. This was the same issue on both days we had breakfast. Same with the a la carte coffee. On the second day we ordered 2 flat whites but, when it came, the cup was only 2/3 full and again the coffee was only warmish. We found out later that the a la carte coffees came from a push button machine and weren't made barista style.
I realise that some people are not bothered about whether food is hot or not but a simple solution could be to provide a microwave for folks to use if they want hot food.

2026-03-27 • via Tripadvisor
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escapium • Friends getaway • Jersey City, New Jersey
10
The George staff is top notch
Pros:

The service at the George is top notch. The hotel is lovely and the generous breakfast buffet each morning was a real treat. Unfortunately a member of our party had a medical emergency during our stay. The staff was phenomenal, they were kind, caring, and really there for us during an extremely difficult time. I cannot thank them enough or express fully my deep appreciation.

2026-03-26 • via Tripadvisor
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Elliott • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Marios • couple • ae
4
Pros:

Breakfast was fine

Cons:

Rooms

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Anna • solo_traveller • gb
8
A good hotel in a good location with friendly staff
Pros:

Excellent location about 200m from St Andrews Square. Very nice staff and plenty of Kilts

Cons:

The bedrooms are small as its a period property, the bar isn’t in reception its very separate

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Bilal • family_with_children • sa
5
2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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ollies694 • Friends getaway • London, England
8
Great hotel but let down by Club Lounge
Pros:

We have stayed multiple times over the last 6 months. The hotel is gorgeous. Rooms are tastefully decorated and extremely comfy. Great showers, luxurious toiletries.

What really makes the hotel is the staff. Everyone is very friendly and helpful, especially Niki in the club lounge and Rhiannon at reception. Both always make our stays great.

Breakfast has a good selection. The restaurant at night has a decent menu and really tasty food. One of the best steaks we've had.

The big let down for the hotel is the Club Intercontinental lounge. The lounge is comfy but the offering is much more limited than all the other Intercontinental lounges we've been in. "Afternoon tea" is the same selection of cakes and dry scones every day, no sandwiches or anything savoury. Hardly afternoon tea. The evening selection is also drastically smaller than at other IC properties and only has a couple of cold items with some cheese and salad items. Compared to other InterContinental hotels, im shocked this lounge meets their brand standards.

We have moved some of our m future bookings in Edinburgh to other hotels with a better lounge offering.

2026-03-23 • via Tripadvisor
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THC9 • Couples • Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida
10
Above and beyond!
Pros:

Walking distance to everything! Huge room with all of the bells and whistles - including a heated towel bar in the bathroom, water, tea, and snacks, but the people were what made it 10/10! From the fantastic ladies at the front desk to the gents who took care of our bags and recommended the best pubs, it was an amazing experience!

2026-03-23 • via Tripadvisor
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Kennedy • couple • ie
10
Will be back
Pros:

The staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • gb
9
Very good hotel in excellent location
Pros:

Good variety

Cons:

Breakfast restaurant was quite cramped

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Jayne • couple • gb
9
2026-03-20 • via Nuitee