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The Principal Edinburgh is a magnificent Victorian hotel located on prestigious George Street in the heart of Edinburgh's New Town. This 5-star property features beautifully restored period architecture with contemporary luxury amenities. The hotel offers sophisticated meeting and event spaces including the elegant Roxburghe Suite and intimate boardrooms, accommodating up to 250 delegates. Located within walking distance of Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, and Princes Street shopping, the venue provides an ideal setting for corporate events and conferences. Facilities include award-winning dining at The Scotch Whisky Experience restaurant, modern fitness centre, and comprehensive business services.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roxburghe Suite | 120 | — | 40 | 60 | 35 | — | — |
| Melville Room | 60 | — | 24 | 30 | 20 | — | — |
| George Room | 25 | — | 12 | 15 | 10 | — | — |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire, Basic AV.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Day delegate rates from £85 per person including meeting room, refreshments and lunch. Room hire only rates available from £350. Wedding packages and event catering available on request.
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19-21 George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 3ES, United Kingdom
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The Principal Edinburgh is a verified hotel in Edinburgh, hosting up to 250 guests, with day delegate rates from £220. Its genome scores highest for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Up to 250 guests for conferences, 180 for dinner, 300 for cocktail receptions
Comprehensive AV equipment including projectors, sound systems, and technical support available
Award-winning catering team providing bespoke menus, dietary requirements accommodated
Limited on-site parking available, nearby public parking options, valet service offered
The Principal Edinburgh is a magnificent Victorian hotel located on prestigious George Street in the heart of Edinburgh's New Town. This 5-star property features beautifully restored period architecture with contemporary luxury amenities. The hotel offers sophisticated meeting and event spaces including the elegant Roxburghe Suite and intimate boardrooms, accommodating up to 250 delegates. Located within walking distance of Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, and Princes Street shopping, the venue provides an ideal setting for corporate events and conferences. Facilities include award-winning dining at The Scotch Whisky Experience restaurant, modern fitness centre, and comprehensive business services.
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