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InterContinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George
19 - 21 George Street
Edinburgh
City of Edinburgh
Scotland
EH2 2PB
United Kingdom
Due to its central location on George Street, the hotel offers an excellent starting point to explore the city's myriad of attractions. Just a short walk away lies the historic Royal Mile, leading from Holyrood Palace up to the iconic Edinburgh Castle, both must-visit sites for any traveller. Also within walking distance are the Princes Street Gardens, a beautiful green space offering fantastic views of the castle, and the Scottish National Gallery, home to a vast collection of art. Shoppers will appreciate the proximity to the upscale shops and boutiques on George Street and nearby Princes Street. The hotel's location also offers easy access to the city's vibrant nightlife and the famous Edinburgh festivals. With its prime location and luxurious offerings, InterContinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George serves as an excellent base for both leisure and business travellers visiting Edinburgh.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 222 feet / 67.7 metres above sea level
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Near Edinburgh - a sandy composition 2.9 miles away.
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Fisherrow West Beach
Near Musselburgh - a sandy and shingle composition 4.8 miles away.
Facilities at the accommodation
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Family Rooms
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Pets Allowed
Open All Year
Wedding Venue / Facilities
Free Wifi Internet
Disabled Facilities
Lift / Elevator
Gym / Fitness Centre
Concierge Services
Business Services
Meeting Rooms
Conference Space
Air Conditioning
24-Hour Front Desk
Room Service
Luggage Storage
Car hire
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Family Rooms
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Pets Allowed
Open All Year
Wedding Venue / Facilities
Free Wifi Internet
Disabled Facilities
Lift / Elevator
Gym / Fitness Centre
Concierge Services
Business Services
Meeting Rooms
Conference Space
Air Conditioning
24-Hour Front Desk
Room Service
Luggage Storage
Car hire
Facilities Nearby
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Water Sports
Fishing
Golf
Walking Country
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Water Sports
Fishing
Golf
Walking Country
Hotel Travel & Directions Hub
International Airports
Local Airports
Fife Airport Kinglassie Fife
KY6 2SL
15.7 miles Cumbernauld Airport
Cumbernauld North Lanarkshire
G68 0HH
30.0 miles
Motorways
M8 Junction 1 4.9 miles M90 Junction 1
Edinburgh
7.5 miles M9 Junction 1
Edinburgh Airport , Broxburn, Uphall, Bathgate
8.0 miles
Railway Stations
Waverley (Edinburgh) station code = EDB
EH1 1BG
0.4 miles Edinburgh Waverley
station code = EDB
EH1 1BG
0.4 miles
Ferry Ports
Hotels near InterContinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George
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Scottish National Gallery -
EH2 2EL
NT 25388 73846
= basin.dish.lease Hotels nearby. 2 minutes walk
EH2 2EL
NT 25388 73846
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Located near Princes Street and Waverly station, the gallery hold artworks from both local Scottish contributors and European masterpieces
0.1m / 0.2km -
Edinburgh Playhouse -
EH1 3AA
NT 26109 74413
= stiff.cones.makes Hotels nearby. 7 minutes walk
EH1 3AA
NT 26109 74413
= stiff.cones.makes Hotels nearby.
An old style playhouse and a a Grade I Listed Building with multi- tiered circle and balcony seating has the largest capacity of seats of any working theatre in the UK at 3059. The venue now shows music concerts, musicales, comedy, and dance
0.5m / 0.8km -
Princes Street Edinburgh -
EH2 3AB
NT 25228 73836
= listed.cheer.quest Hotels nearby. 3 minutes walk
EH2 3AB
NT 25228 73836
= listed.cheer.quest Hotels nearby.
The main shopping street in Edinburgh and also a tourist destination. There are lots of shops, some restaurant's and a couple of hotels mainly on one side of the street, the other side has views of the castle and monuments and Waverley station is close by on the eastern end
0.2m / 0.3km -
The Royal Mile -
EH1 1PT
NT 26156 73701
= filled.punks.bucks Hotels nearby. 8 minutes walk
EH1 1PT
NT 26156 73701
= filled.punks.bucks Hotels nearby.
Not one specific place but a collection of streets covering an area known as \"Old town\" running approximately from the castle gates to the Palace gates. A popular tourist destination In ediburgh
0.5m / 0.8km -
Princes Street Gardens -
EH2 2HG
NT 25158 73704
= amber.yard.porch Hotels nearby. 4 minutes walk
EH2 2HG
NT 25158 73704
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A large green oasis in the centre of Edinburgh next to the hustle and bustle of the shopping district. With plenty of trees and several monuments, it is a good place to relax and enjoy the calm surroundings for a while
0.3m / 0.5km -
The Nelson Monument -
EH7 5AA
NT 26251 74118
= flats.opens.clues Hotels nearby. 8 minutes walk
EH7 5AA
NT 26251 74118
= flats.opens.clues Hotels nearby.
A Monument to lord Nelson with Regent Gardens with a time ball at the top and great views over the city and sea
0.5m / 0.8km -
St Giles Cathedral -
EH1 1RE
NT 25728 73590
= villa.venues.twig Hotels nearby. 6 minutes walk
EH1 1RE
NT 25728 73590
= villa.venues.twig Hotels nearby.
A church in the Old Town of Edinburgh, also known as the "High Kirk of Edinburgh" . There are boof guided walking tours, and guided rooftop tours.
0.4m / 0.6km -
Calton Hill -
EH7 5AA
NT 26249 74218
= leap.spare.tricks Hotels nearby.
0.5m / 0.8km - 8 minutes walk
EH7 5AA
NT 26249 74218
= leap.spare.tricks Hotels nearby.
A hill within Regent Gardens close to the city centre with paved access and great views over the city
Elevation = 103 Meters / 337.9 Feet0.5m / 0.8km -
Edinburgh Castle -
EH1 2NG
NT 25066 73533
= loft.hints.needed Hotels nearby. 6 minutes walk
EH1 2NG
NT 25066 73533
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The castle has to be one of Edinburgh's iconic tourist destinations. The Castle is perched high up above the city on a volcanic plug, the known as "Castle Rock" giving it a great defensive advantage.
0.4m / 0.6km -
The University Of Edinburgh -
EH8 9YL
NT 25946 73376
= ships.axed.richer Hotels nearby. 8 minutes walk
EH8 9YL
NT 25946 73376
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The university has 5 main Campus locations with the main campus in the city positioned just a little south of the city centre
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Frequently Asked Questions.
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