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InterContinental Edinburgh the George, an IHG Hotel vs Hotel Indigo Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel

Both The Principal Edinburgh and Hotel Indigo Edinburgh are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Principal Edinburgh scores slightly better than Hotel Indigo Edinburgh. The Principal Edinburgh is ranked #26 in Edinburgh with positive reviews from 4 sources including The Telegraph, Star Service and Time Out.

InterContinental Edinburgh the George, an IHG Hotel
InterContinental Edinburgh the George, an IHG Hotel
8 / 10
19-21 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 2PB, Scotland
From $121 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's 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 Time Out
"A hotel of standing since Victoria was on the throne." Full review
Star Service 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 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 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
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Hotel Indigo Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Indigo Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel
7 / 10
51 - 59 York Place, Edinburgh EH1 3JD, Scotland
From $66 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness Center
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Menu: £19 - Carte: £20-£38"
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"The 60-room Hotel Indigo is an upmarket boutique occupying a row of period Georgian properties in the New Town of Edinburgh." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
7.0
"One of the fast-growing Hotel Indigo chain of boutique hotels, occupying a useful position directly opposite the tram terminus on York Place." Full review