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InterContinental Edinburgh the George by IHG
InterContinental Edinburgh the George by IHG is one of the stays around Edinburgh, scoring 4.4/5 across 3,039 reviews on Tripadvisor, about 600 m from the mapped city center, listed at 21 George St, Edinburgh EH2 2PB.
21 George St, Edinburgh EH2 2PB
Ranked #8 of 18 by guest score · #12 closest to the mapped city center.
Best time in Edinburgh is typically Summer — guides often suggest around 3-5 days — the mapped sights feel spread.
About
From Robert Burns to Sir Walter Scott, our landmark hotel has hosted the bold and curious for over 200 years. Now it's your turn to experience a warm Edinburgh welcome. Our iconic building - situated on one of the capital's most prestigious streets - offers the perfect location for exploring the city. With our insider knowledge of Scotland's remarkable capital, you'll take in spectacular views and cultural curiosities alike, all from your base at our iconic luxury hotel.
Amenities
- Bar
- Spa
Sights near this hotel
Mapped places from the Edinburgh guide, ranked by distance from this stay.
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National Galleries Of Scotland: Portrait Attraction
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Royal Scottish Academy Building Attraction
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Scott Monument Attraction
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National Galleries Of Scotland: National Attraction
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Museum on The Mound Attraction
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Princes Street Gardens Attraction
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The Writers' Museum Attraction
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Gladstone's Land Attraction
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Stay tips for Edinburgh
Pulled from this destination’s travel tips — useful when choosing an area or planning evenings.
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Don't miss the Edinburgh Castle
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Try traditional Scottish food like haggis
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Explore the Royal Mile for shopping
Recent reviews
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Cruiser27733469334 2.0/5 Sep 3, 2026
Should have written this at the time, our flight was cancelled last minute at Inverness, so 13 of us were put in taxis to this hotel, 4 hour journey in what was absolutely horrendous weather! We arri…
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dancingnancy 3.0/5 Aug 29, 2026
First of all, the 18th century facade is magnificent and itu0027s in a bustling, fun location, surrounded by good shops, cafes, restaurants and overall Scottish cheerfulness. More upsides: excellent brea…
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Dennis B 4.0/5 Aug 29, 2026
The hotel is very nice, staff is very helpfull and friendly. Only minor point i have is that the room doors cannot close without a lot of noise meaning banging doors all night. The doors should close…
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