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InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG is a hotel destination wedding venue in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, hosting 200 at dinner.

InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG

EdinburghScotland, United Kingdom

Set in a historic building in central Edinburgh, InterContinental Edinburgh The George hosts seated ceremonies for up to 180 guests and seated dinners for up to 200, with indoor reception space, room to dance and a bar on site.

Guests
200 at dinner
Rooms
240 rooms
Cost
From £155a head
Season
All year
Getting there
EDIabout 25 min by car

About the venue

Set in a historic building in central Edinburgh, InterContinental Edinburgh The George hosts seated ceremonies for up to 180 guests and seated dinners for up to 200, with indoor reception space, room to dance and a bar on site.

The hotel has 240 bedrooms, ranging from Classic and Cosy Rooms through to the four-guest Ferrier and Somerville Suites, so your guest list can stay where they celebrate.

In-house catering, an on-site coordinator, gardens and parking are all part of the picture, and weddings are booked year-round.

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is about a 25-minute transfer away.

  • Seated ceremonies for up to 180 guests; seated dining and standing receptions for up to 200
  • 240 bedrooms, from Classic and Cosy Rooms to Junior, One Bedroom, Ferrier and Somerville Suites
  • From GBP 155 per head, including catering and drinks, with off-season rates from GBP 130
  • Historic building with gardens, on-site bar, in-house catering and an on-site coordinator

Short answers

How much does a wedding at InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG cost?
The venue quotes from £155 a head.
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How many guests does InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG hold?
InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG holds 200 at dinner.
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Can guests stay at InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG?
Yes. 240 rooms.
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When is the best time for a wedding at InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG?
The venue hosts weddings All year.
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How do guests get to InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG?
Fly into EDI, about 25 min by car.
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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
200 guests
Standing reception
200 guests
Ceremony, seated
180 guests

Staying over

Rooms
240 rooms
Room types
10 listed
Whole property must be taken with the wedding
No

House rules

Weddings held
All year
Exclusive use required
No
Children
Yes

The wedding season

  1. January: good
  2. February: good
  3. March: good
  4. April: good
  5. May: best
  6. June: best
  7. July: best
  8. August: best
  9. September: best
  10. October: good
  11. November: good
  12. December: good
PeakQuieterVenue brochureWeather does not tell you whether a date is free.

Getting there

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Nearest airport
EDI, 25 min by car
Parking
Yes
Phone
0131 225 1251
Answered by the venue in local hours.

Reviews of InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG

“We had an absolutely wonderful stay at the InterContinental Edinburgh The George. What impressed us most was the service.”

Zoran SljivicRead the whole review on Google

4.5out of 5, from 2,315 Google reviews

Questions about the venue

Where a number is our estimate, we say so.

What does the pricing cover?
Pricing starts at GBP 155 per head and includes catering and drinks. Off-season pricing starts at GBP 130 per head. There is a venue fee of GBP 1,000, and ceremony space is not included in the per-head rate.
Do we need to book the whole hotel?
No. Neither a full buyout nor exclusive use is required.
How many guests can you seat?
Up to 180 guests for a seated ceremony and up to 200 for seated dining or a standing reception, with indoor reception space and room for dancing.
Are children welcome?
Yes, children are allowed.
When is the venue available, and how do we get in touch?
Weddings are hosted year-round, with peak months from May through September. Contact the venue at edinburghthegeorgeweddings@ihg.com or +44 131 225 1251.

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  • Seated dinner: 200 guests

    “With the capacity to accommodate up to 180 guests for the ceremony and up to 200 guests for the wedding breakfast and evening reception, King’s Hall offers a versatile and luxurious setting for your big day.”
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  • Standing reception: 200 guests

    “It can welcome up to 200 guests for a wedding breakfast and evening reception.”
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  • Ceremony, seated: 180 guests

    “With the capacity to accommodate up to 180 guests for the ceremony and up to 200 guests for the wedding breakfast and evening reception, King’s Hall offers a versatile and luxurious setting for your big day.”
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  • Rooms: 240 rooms

    “The 240 rooms and suites have been refurbished to reflect the heritage of the building, with luxurious materials like oak, leather, brass, and marble.”
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  • Room types: 10 listed

    “Classic Rooms”
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  • Whole property must be taken with the wedding: No

    “Our room blocks simplify bringing your loved ones together under one roof, allowing you to enjoy even more quality time.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “From seasonal starters and indulgent mains to decadent desserts and carefully chosen drinks, our talented culinary team have created the most exceptional banqueting menus for your big day.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “The late-night bar serves up a variety of single malts, as well as local spirits like Edinburgh gin and Scottish vodka.”
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  • Price: From £155 per head

    “2025 January – April from £130 per person May - September from £155 per person October – December from £130 per person”
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  • Off-season price: From £130 per head

    “2025 January – April from £130 per person May - September from £155 per person October – December from £130 per person”
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  • Venue fee: £1,000

    “There is a ceremony charge of £1,000 if you choose to host your ceremony in the Kings Hall.”
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  • Included: Catering and drinks

    “Glass of sparkling wine and three canapés for your post-ceremony drinks reception”
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  • Not included: Ceremony space

    “There is a ceremony charge of £1,000 if you choose to host your ceremony in the Kings Hall.”
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  • Weddings held: All year

    “2025 January – April from £130 per person May - September from £155 per person October – December from £130 per person”
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  • Exclusive use required: No

    “Our room blocks simplify bringing your loved ones together under one roof, allowing you to enjoy even more quality time.”
    Read the source for exclusive use required

  • Children: Yes

    “Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.”
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  • Nearest airport: EDI, 25 min by car

    “EDI”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “On-street parking outside the hotel is free between 6.30pm and 8.30am from Monday to Saturday.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “From the most lavish banquet, wedding breakfast or drinks receptions, this stunning space can host a range of event styles.”
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  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “Under the unique ‘Flight Light’ chandelier, the Ballroom can accommodate a large dance floor with full staging, and is an outstanding space for a wedding celebration.”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “And the cobbled streets and enchanting gardens beside our hotel act as a backdrop for romance, laughter, and stunning photographs.”
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  • Historic building: Yes

    “It’s made up of a collection of five Georgian townhouses that were originally built in the 18th century.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “Allow our award-winning team of wedding planners to curate the day of your dreams, with every detail taken care of.”
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