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InterContinental Edinburgh the George, an IHG Hotel vs Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh

Both The Principal Edinburgh George Street and Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa are praised by professional travelers. On balance, The Principal Edinburgh George Street is preferred by most reviewers compared to Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa. The Principal Edinburgh George Street scores 86 with positive reviews from 6 sources including Frommer's, Time Out and Fodor's.

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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Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh
8 / 10
1 Festival Square, Edinburgh EH3 9SR, Scotland
From $226 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Spacious, modern hotel which has undergone a top-to-toe refurbishment."
Star Service Star Service
"This hotel lacks the historical ambience of the Caledonian (now part of Waldorf-Astoria) and instead takes a more contemporary stance with more international than local flavor." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"While it doesn't look like much from the outside, the Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa is a seriously upscale hotel with some outstanding facilities." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Good rooms, good food, brilliant spa." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Business travelers take note: The Sheraton's location, directly across from Edinburgh's top-notch conference center (EICC) makes it the best hotel for those on the go."
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