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InterContinental Edinburgh the George, an IHG HotelvsHotel Indigo Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel
Both The Principal Edinburgh and Hotel Indigo Edinburgh are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Principal Edinburgh scores slightly better than Hotel Indigo Edinburgh. The Principal Edinburgh is ranked #26 in Edinburgh with positive reviews from 4 sources including The Telegraph, Star Service and Time Out.
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
Hotel Indigo Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel
Michelin Guide Oyster The Telegraph
51 - 59 York Place, Edinburgh EH1 3JD, Scotland
From $66/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
Michelin Guide "Menu: £19 - Carte: £20-£38"
OysterUpscale
"The 60-room Hotel Indigo is an upmarket boutique occupying a row of period Georgian properties in the New Town of Edinburgh." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"One of the fast-growing Hotel Indigo chain of boutique hotels, occupying a useful position directly opposite the tram terminus on York Place." Full review
