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InterContinental Edinburgh the George, an IHG Hotel vs Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Both hotels are recommended by professional travelers. On balance, The Principal Edinburgh George Street is preferred by most reviewers compared to Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh. The Principal Edinburgh George Street ranks #10 in Edinburgh with praise from 6 reviewers such as Frommer's, The Telegraph 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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Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
8 / 10
80 High St., The Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 1TH, Scotland
From $112 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Time Out Time Out
"Originally the Scandic Crown. ... A clean-cut, sleek and monochromatic look with subtle Scottish motifs. Service standards are high, and you'll walk out of reception on to the Royal Mile." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This hotel is in an excellent location for business and pleasure, and although it bares some brash modern garb, it is as soft as a plush toy when compared with the edgier Point Hotel nearby." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Location, location, location: If you want to be right in the thick of it, you can't beat this hotel." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"You’ll find no tartan here, despite the 16th-century exterior - inside it’s contemporary all the way." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"A stay on Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile, with full Scottish breakfast and welcome prosecco." Full review
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