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24-hour room service Great Intercontinental apps for all mobile devices including iPhone and iPad which gives you insider access to their flavorful chef 's recipes, conceirge information, and GPS hotel directions Luxury meeting and event space with catering services Part of Green Engage programme offering sustainable and environmentally friendly options from guest rooms to meeting rooms Resort hotels offer a Kid's Club called Planet Trekkers, which has a number of great activities for children 4-12 years of age Numersous spa packages and individual treatments available at various resort locations The Intercontinental Hotels and Resorts highlights above are subject to change without notice.


Local Attractions

Edinburgh Castle, Princes Street Gardens, Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace, Scottish Parliament Building, Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh Zoo, Arthur's Seat, Calton Hill, Mary King's Close, Camera Obscura, Scottish National Gallery, St Giles' Cathedral, Scott Monument, Scottish National Potrait Gallery, Our Dynamic Earth, Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, The Georgian House, Edinburgh, Museum of Childhood, John Knox House, Greyfriars Kirk, Queen's Gallery, Grassmarket, Dean Village and more.


Property Description

Boasting an enviable location in the Edinburgh city centre, the historic and chic Principal Edinburgh George Street, Formerly The George Hotel, is close to Edinburgh Castle, Princes Street Gardens, Royal Mile, and Holyrood Palace. It has modern looking and elegant rooms, conference and meeting rooms.This Grade II listed building with its distinctive facade was designed over two hundred years ago and has undergone a great refurbishment project transforming the majority of the bedrooms and public areas. The architecturally-designed interior has created a sense of restored grandeur with simple detailing and the use of rich materials.All of the room includes flat-screen TV, free WiFi, luxury toiletries, and an en suite bathroom.The Printing Press restaurant serves seasonal Scottish produce throughout the day and night. It is open 7 days a week offering breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a late-night bar until 01:00. Coffee, cakes, pastries, sandwiches and salads are available at Burr & Co, open 7 days a week. A full room service menu is also available.


Cancellation/ Refund policy

Policies / Expenses Total Taxes: 20.00% Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes)


Airport & Shuttle Information

Edinburgh International Airport is just 7 miles, or 25 minutes via taxi, from The Principal Edinburgh. A typical fare is under £20 (this may be higher on public holidays). There is regular tram service for £5.50 for a single trip, or £8.50 return, which takes about 40 minutes and stops at St Andrew Square. Guests can also take the Airlink Bus which is located on Waverley Bridge. Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.


Pet Friendly?

Yes! Pets are allowed. Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP £40 per pet, per night (maximum of two). Pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property directly.


Details / Other Expenses
  • Check In: 15:00 Check Out: 11:00 Year of Last Renovation: 2016 Floors: 7 Rooms: 240 Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways Non Smoking Rooms: 240 Handicap Rooms: 5 Suites: 15 Room Windows: Windows Do Open Cleaning Frequency: Daily Meeting Rooms: 8 View Spaces Meeting Space: 7007 sq. feet Banquet Space: Holds 270 people Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site Dist. to Nearest Gym: 0.5 Mi Policies / Expenses Total Taxes: 20.00% Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes)
Features
  • 240 sleeping rooms in hotel
  • Group score of 10.0/10 8 meeting rooms in property
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Amenities / Features
  • Alarm clock
  • Central location
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Electronic key card
  • Fax available
  • Internet - wireless
  • Licensed bar
  • 24 hours opened
  • Private bathroom in room
  • 24 hours room service
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Voicemail
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Concierge service
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Elevator
  • Hairdryer available
  • Internet - ethernet
  • Movies in room
  • Office or business center
  • Radio in room
  • Safe in rooms
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Laundry valet service
  • Breakfast in room
  • Conference facilities
  • Dinner available
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Handicap accessible
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Restaurant
  • Shower
  • Television

About Brand

24-hour room service Great Intercontinental apps for all mobile devices including iPhone and iPad which gives you insider access to their flavorful chef 's recipes, conceirge information, and GPS hotel directions Luxury meeting and event space with catering services Part of Green Engage programme offering sustainable and environmentally friendly options from guest rooms to meeting rooms Resort hotels offer a Kid's Club called Planet Trekkers, which has a number of great activities for children 4-12 years of age Numersous spa packages and individual treatments available at various resort locations The Intercontinental Hotels and Resorts highlights above are subject to change without notice.


Internet

WIFI is complimentary in all bedrooms and public areas.


Meeting Spaces
Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Feet)
Size
(sqft.)
Banquet
5'/6'
Crescent
Classroom
Hollow
Square
U-Shape
Boardroom
Convention
8'/10'
Theater
Reception
Regist.
Desk
L x W x H (Feet)11 x 6 x 4 Size (sqft.) 71 Banquet 5'/6 --/-- Crescent -- Classroom 24 Hollow Square 34 U-Shape 30 Boardroom 26 Convention --/-- Theater 60 Reception 70 Regist. Desk --
Library

Details
Room Type General Meeting Room
Total Size 764.2 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 11 x 6 x 4 M.
Floor Level
Natural Light? No
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? No
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? No

Amenities Available
NA
L x W x H (Feet)7 x 8 x 2 Size (sqft.) 56 Banquet 5'/6 --/-- Crescent -- Classroom -- Hollow Square -- U-Shape -- Boardroom 18 Convention --/-- Theater -- Reception 40 Regist. Desk --
Forthview

Details
Room Type General Meeting Room
Total Size 602.8 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 7 x 8 x 2 M.
Floor Level
Natural Light? No
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? No
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? No

Amenities Available
NA
L x W x H (Feet)5 x 3 x 2 Size (sqft.) 19 Banquet 5'/6 --/-- Crescent -- Classroom -- Hollow Square -- U-Shape -- Boardroom 8 Convention --/-- Theater -- Reception -- Regist. Desk --
Rose Suite

Details
Room Type General Meeting Room
Total Size 204.5 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 5 x 3 x 2 M.
Floor Level
Natural Light? No
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? No
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? No

Amenities Available
NA
L x W x H (Feet)18 x 17 x 6 Size (sqft.) 314 Banquet 5'/6 --/-- Crescent -- Classroom 120 Hollow Square 70 U-Shape 60 Boardroom 50 Convention --/-- Theater 300 Reception 400 Regist. Desk --
Kings Hall

Details
Room Type General Meeting Room
Total Size 3379.9 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 18 x 17 x 6 M.
Floor Level
Natural Light? No
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? No
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? No

Amenities Available
NA
L x W x H (Feet)9 x 5 x 2 Size (sqft.) 45 Banquet 5'/6 --/-- Crescent -- Classroom 24 Hollow Square -- U-Shape -- Boardroom 20 Convention --/-- Theater 45 Reception -- Regist. Desk --
Princes Suite

Details
Room Type General Meeting Room
Total Size 484.4 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 9 x 5 x 2 M.
Floor Level
Natural Light? No
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? No
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? No

Amenities Available
NA
L x W x H (Feet)6 x 3 x 2 Size (sqft.) 21 Banquet 5'/6 --/-- Crescent -- Classroom -- Hollow Square -- U-Shape -- Boardroom 14 Convention --/-- Theater -- Reception -- Regist. Desk --
Andrews

Details
Room Type General Meeting Room
Total Size 226.0 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 6 x 3 x 2 M.
Floor Level
Natural Light? No
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? No
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? No

Amenities Available
NA
L x W x H (Feet)14 x 8 x 2 Size (sqft.) 112 Banquet 5'/6 --/-- Crescent -- Classroom 50 Hollow Square 44 U-Shape 38 Boardroom 34 Convention --/-- Theater 100 Reception 100 Regist. Desk --
Hanover

Details
Room Type General Meeting Room
Total Size 1205.6 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 14 x 8 x 2 M.
Floor Level
Natural Light? No
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? No
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? No

Amenities Available
NA

Breakfast Information

We offer continental and full scottish breakfast buffet.


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