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Accommodation > Hotels > Scotland > Lothian > Edinburgh > The George Hotel
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The George Hotel

A Historic Hotel in Edinburgh, Lothian


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19-21 George Street
Edinburgh
Lothian
Scotland
EH2 2PB

The George Hotel, Edinburgh

Accommodation Description:
In the very heaert of Edinburgh is the George hotel, a Grade II listed building dating back over two centuries. This elegant building is within easy reach of Edinburgh's major attractions, including the Royal Mile, Princes Street, and Edinburgh Castle. Excellent transportation links and only a few minutes from Waverly Station rail terminus.

Boasting one of the most prestigious locations of Scotland's Capital, the George is situated in the heart of the city, taking prime position on the elegant George Street. This grade II listed building with its distinctive facade was designed over two hundred years ago and has been refurbished to restore many of the original architectural details which have been carefully retained. The George is within easy reach of the majority of Edinburghs most popular attractions including the famous Castle, Princes Street Gardens and Holyrood Palace

A little further afield is Edinburgh Zoo and Leith Port which is now home to the Royal Yacht Britannia.All 199 of the hotels en-suite bedrooms, many with views of Edinburgh Castle or the Firth of Forth, have been furnished to a comfortable upper four star standard to ensure your comfort is guaranteed. The George Hotel offers facilities for conferences, banqueting and special events, with function rooms accommodating between 2 and 300 people including the Kings Hall which can seat 300 delegates theatre style or 300 people for dinner

Easily accessible by road, rail and air, the George Hotel is just a few minutes walk from Waverley Station and is just a short journey from Edinburgh International Airport. Car parking is available close to the hotel at the NCP or there is on street metered parking between 08.30 and 18

00.

From: £75.00

Accommodation Rating: 4* (about ratings)

Facilities

  • Hotel Non-Smoking Throughout
  • Disabled Facilities
  • Air conditioning in rooms
  • 24 Hour Reception
  • Cots available
  • Wedding Licence
  • Wi-Fi Available
  • Meeting Facilities
  • Restaurant
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Tea/Coffee making facilities in each room
  • Hairdryer in each room
  • Trouser press in each room
  • Iron And Board In Each Room
  • Telephone In Each Room
  • 24 Hour Room Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundry/Valet Service
  • Wake Up Call Available
  • Currency Exchange
  • Interconnecting rooms available
  • Porter
  • Ground floor bedrooms
  • Lift to all floors
  • Disabled Access Public Areas
  • Disabled Access Bedrooms
  • Disabled toilets on ground floor
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Wheelchair Access To Reception
  • Wheelchair Access To Restaurant
  • Wheelchair Access To Bar
  • Wheelchair Access To Conference Rooms
  • In-room Broadband
  • Wi-Fi Available In Public Areas
  • Business Centre
  • Private dining services
  • Lounge Menu
  • Bar
  • [Channels] News
  • [Channels] Sky Sports
  • [Channels] Movies (Pay Per View)
  • Radio
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Heritage Rated from 1- 5 (low-exceptional) on historic interest

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Holyrood Abbey - 0.9 miles (Abbey) Heritage Rating

Palace of Holyrood House - 0.9 miles (Historic House) Heritage Rating

Royal Botanic Garden - 0.9 miles (Garden) Heritage Rating

Trinity House Maritime Museum - 1.5 miles (Museum) Heritage Rating

St Triduana's Chapel - 1.8 miles (Historic Church) Heritage Rating

Mylne's Mill - 1.9 miles (Garden) Heritage Rating



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Directions:
5 minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station. A short journey from Edinburgh Haymarket Train Station. Approximately 10 miles from Edinburgh International Airport and 45 miles from Glasgow International Airport. Easily accessible from the A1 M8 and M9 motorways. Taxis are readily available directly outside The George Hotel.


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