The InterContinental Edinburgh The George has been welcoming hotel guests since 1881. At its heart are five listed Georgian townhouses, built in 1775 as homes for Edinburgh's most prosperous citizens. Today, The InterContinental Edinburgh The George offers all the luxuries of an InterContinental life in the heart of the Scottish capital. Explore our city's stunning architecture, the iconic Edinburgh Castle and the cobbled streets of the Royal Mile, just moments away from our charming hotel.