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The George Hotel

4.0 of 5
19-21 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 2PB, Scotland (New Town)
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Invergowrie, Dundee
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

The George Hotel is in an excellent location, just up from Princes Street and near many Edinburgh attractions. The staff are welcoming and friendly. The entrance and reception area is very grand! My room was at the back of the hotel and was very quiet. I felt that it was rather small for a standard double but the bed was... More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

I recently held a birthday lunch in The George Hotel’s stunning Panorama Suite – a unique and perfect venue for a special occasion. From my very first contact with staff at the hotel I always felt confident they had everything in hand and their attention to all the details was appreciated. Whenever we either emailed or spoke on the phone... More

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Ghent, Belgium
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30 reviews 30 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

This is a classic hotel with modern rooms in the shopping highstreets of Edinburgh. Indeed great efficient professional reception desk and staff. We booked one night through Agoda.com. We got room 112 (first floor) which is on the outskirts of the hotel property, but has only a small window that you want to keep closed because of the jet engine... More

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Heverlee, Belgium
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22 reviews 22 reviews
18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

never easy to choose an hotel in a city, but I recommend The George Hotel. We booked a room via the web "treat your partner", and had a great welcome: un upgraded Executive room, rose petals (synthetic !) on the King size bed, chocolates and strawberries, and... 2 glasses of champagne in the Tempus bar - a nice surprise for... More

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TheGeorgeHotel, General Manager at The George Hotel, responded to this review
20 May 2013

Dear Guest, I was delighted to learn that you had selected one of our packages - "Treat Your Partner". We do have other great packages available on our website, so please visit and have a look. We used to use real rose petals, however these were making marks on the bedding, and therefore we opted for the artificial kind. Our... More

Newcastle, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

We stayed for 1 night, booked 2 room.the rooms were ok but not a good view though. The staff was great, especially the bar man made a very good drink for me and my wife. The breakfast was average having stayed few years ago I must admit the quality has gone down. Again very well looked after the girls at... More

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TheGeorgeHotel, General Manager at The George Hotel, responded to this review
20 May 2013

Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write a review on The George, following your recent stay with us. Due to our fantastic city centre location, not all of our bedrooms benefit from views of Edinburgh. Do let us know if you plan to return and we will do our best to ensure that you have a room... More

York, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Stayed two nights with a friend at The George Hotel. It's in a great location and the room was very nice and spacious. The staff was exceptionally attentive and friendly, and the breakfast was good with lots of variety. The only issues were the beds, which were so cheap and lightweight they roll away from you when you try to... More

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TheGeorgeHotel, General Manager at The George Hotel, responded to this review
21 May 2013

Dear Guest, Thank you for your review. Sorry that beds were not to your liking. We normally get very positive comments regarding the beds, so much so that I even bought one too. The city centre streets can get extremely busy from time to time with party revellers making their way home. Do let us know if you plan to... More

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

My best experiences so far at this hotel, and I've been staying for about a month, has been how accommodating the staff is. They go out of their way to see that I have what I need. Only down side to the place is that they don't have a gym. Otherwise the location is perfect since I conduct business just... More

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TheGeorgeHotel, General Manager at The George Hotel, responded to this review
22 May 2013

Dear Guest, I am delighted to learn that you find the staff here very accommodating. I will ensure that they are made aware of your comments. All our guests can use of the nearby Bannatyne's Gym, which is only a two minute walk away. When you are next staying with us please ask reception for further details. Thank you for... More

Inverness, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

great hotel close to all shops. service was exceptional from the porter to the housekeeper who had to change our bed sheets twice as my 2 year old was sick twice. at 8pm. she made us feel that we were not a problem for her. the excellent service and local knowledge from conceige to the man in the kilt. top... More

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TheGeorgeHotel, General Manager at The George Hotel, responded to this review
22 May 2013

Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write a review on The George Hotel. I do hope that your daughter is feeling much better. I am pleased to announce that Souvik Dutta has recently taken up the position of Breakfast Manager, and the points you have mentioned in your review will be looked at closely by Souvik, to... More

Scotland
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Clean, good decor, good staff, good location, reasonable value for a city centre, no problems. Clean, good decor, good staff, good location, reasonable value for a city centre, no problems.Clean, good decor, good staff, good location, reasonable value for a city centre, no problems.

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TheGeorgeHotel, General Manager at The George Hotel, responded to this review
22 May 2013

Dear Guest, Thank you for your review. I am pleased that you enjoyed your time with us, and hope that we can welcome you back again soon. Maybe on your next visit you could visit our award wining Tempus Bar and Restaurant and sample their new Spring/Summer menu. Once again, thank you for the review. Yours sincerely, David J Welch,... More

Brighton
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

My husband and I have just returned from our stay at the George Hotel,George Street,Edinburgh.We were there to celebrate our wedding anniversary.Upon our arrival,we were given a very warm welcome and asked how our journey was.When we told them it was our wedding anniversary,they upgraded our room at no extra cost.They also allowed us to have an ice bucket for... More

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TheGeorgeHotel, General Manager at The George Hotel, responded to this review
22 May 2013

Dear Guest, Thank you for writing such a detailed review following your recent stay with us here at The George Hotel, Edinburgh. I am delighted that you enjoyed your visit to Edinburgh and that you found our city centre location a great base for you to visit the tourist attractions. Should you plan to return to Edinburgh and The George,... More

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What travellers say

  • Great location(52)
  • Very good(50)
  • Tempus bar(28)
  • Train station(22)
  • Princes street(20)
  • Royal mile(18)
  • Room service(13)
  • Very nice(9)
  • Full scottish(7)
  • Would definitely stay(7)

Additional Information about The George Hotel

Address: 19-21 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 2PB, Scotland
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Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > Edinburgh > New Town , Stockbridge
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#17 Romantic Hotels in Edinburgh
#37 Luxury Hotels in Edinburgh
#75 Family Hotels in Edinburgh
Price Range: ££
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The George Hotel has one of the most prestigious locations within Edinburgh. It's classic facade hides sumptuous, contempary interiors blending clean lines with period features.Elegant bedrooms are beautifully furnished for business and leisure guests alike and for those who choose to dine in, the stylish EH2 Tempus Bar and Restaurant offers local produce in a stylish and relaxed environment.Inspirational meeting rooms and exceptional banqueting facilities, including the magnificent King's Hall and beautiful Panorama Suite with fantastic views of across the city, make this the hotel of choice for corporate and wedding guests.The George is within easy reach of the best shopping the captial has to offer, along with tourist attractions, bars and restaurants all within a few minutes walk. Edinburgh Airport is only 7 miles away, and Edinburgh Waverley Station a mere 5 minutes walk. Parking is available at the nearby NCP at Greenside. ... more   less 
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