Southside Guest HousevsInterContinental Edinburgh the George, an IHG Hotel
Both hotels are praised by professionals. Overall, The Principal Edinburgh George Street ranks significantly higher than Southside Guest House. The Principal Edinburgh George Street has a TripExpert Score of 86 with positive reviews from 6 publications such as Fodor's, Frommer's and Star Service.
Southside Guest House
8 Newington Road, Edinburgh EH9 1QS, Scotland
From $83/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Breakfast included
- Baggage storage
- Flatscreen TV
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Though set in a typical Victorian terrace, the Southside transcends the traditional guest-house category and feels more like a modern boutique hotel." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Staying at this agreeable eight-bedroom guest house is a bit like visiting ever so slightly bohemian but entirely clued-up friends, intent on making you as comfortable as possible." Full review
InterContinental Edinburgh the George, an IHG Hotel
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
Oyster
Upscale
"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 Report
11.0
"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 Telegraph
9.0
"There’s nothing stuffy about Edinburgh’s oldest hotel; it does classy/contemporary on a grand scale throughout." Full review