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Pilrig HousevsInterContinental Edinburgh the George, an IHG Hotel
Both properties are highly recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, The Principal Edinburgh George Street ranks significantly higher than Pilrig House. The Principal Edinburgh George Street comes in at 86 with praise from 6 sources such as Frommer's, Oyster and Star Service.
Pilrig House
Time Out
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
Pilrig House Close, Edinburgh EH6 5RF, Scotland
From $34/night
- Free Internet
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
Time Out "A selection of three recently refurbished apartments located within 17th-century Pilrig House, which is located in a park halfway between Leith and the city centre." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Wreathed in roses and surrounded by a lovely garden, with a private gate opening on to the green expanse of Pilrig Park, this is a place of quiet enchantment." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Set at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac overlooking a peaceful park, the house offers two luxurious self-catering apartments with fully equipped kitchens and private parking." 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
