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Hilton Edinburgh CarltonvsInterContinental Edinburgh the George, an IHG Hotel
Both Hilton Edinburgh Carlton and The Principal Edinburgh George Street are rated very highly by professionals. On balance, The Principal Edinburgh George Street ranks significantly higher than Hilton Edinburgh Carlton. The Principal Edinburgh George Street comes in at 86 with positive reviews from 6 sources like Frommer's, Oyster and Fodor's.
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
Oyster
Time Out
The Telegraph
Jetsetter
Star Service
19 North Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1SD, Scotland
From $90/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The Hilton Edinburgh Carlton's biggest selling point is its location -- right in the heart of Edinburgh within walking distance of pretty much everything." Full review
Time Out "The big one on the bridge." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"A big, glossy city centre hotel with a strong corporate identity." Full review
Jetsetter "A classic four-star hotel in the heart of Edinburgh, with breakfast, late check-out and an optional dinner voucher." Full review
Star Service "This functional, city-plotted hotel competes well with the Apex International, although it lacks its square-on castle views." Full review
InterContinental Edinburgh the George, an IHG Hotel
Frommer's Time Out Star Service Oyster
Fodor's Fodor's
U.S. News & World Report The Telegraph
19-21 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 2PB, Scotland
From $121/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "A traditional yet modern hotel in the heart of New Town. The buildings that house this hotel on posh George Street were first erected in the 1780s...before becoming the exclusive George Hotel in 1950." Full review
Time Out "A hotel of standing since Victoria was on the throne." Full review
Star Service "Few properties boast a better location—this hotel is right in the middle of Edinburgh, with most attractions nearby and a host of restaurants, trendy cafes and shops on the doorstep." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The 240-room Principal Hotel Edinburgh George Street is a gorgeous, upscale hotel that stands out for its thorough attention to detail and beautiful interior design." Full review
Fodor's "Built in 1775 for Edinburgh's elite, this row of five Georgian town houses in the heart of the New Town now hosts a luxury hotel." Full review
Fodor's "A historic hotel on elegant George Street, the Principal Edinburgh is a stately old building brought bang up to date by the Principal Hotels Company mini-chain." Full review
U.S. News & World Report11.0
"InterContinental Edinburgh The George has played a part in the city's history since 1881. The property's charming architecture and prime location in New Town have lured many famous faces..." Full review
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Guests can choose from a range of accommodation types, such as an urban double or a one-bedroom suite, and each cozy room comes with free Wi-Fi access, a smart TV, a fully stocked minibar, and tea and coffee facilities.
The Telegraph9.0
"There’s nothing stuffy about Edinburgh’s oldest hotel; it does classy/contemporary on a grand scale throughout." Full review
