The hotel was built in the Victorian period around 1851 and is famous as the birthplace of Rugby League Football, the meeting that founded the organisation was held here in 1895 and the memorabilia recalling this can be found throughout the hotel as well as in the recently opened Rugby League Museum. The Hotel is the perfect environment for business overnight stays, weekend's away, rugby league fanatics or visiting friends and family. Whether for business or pleasure, the George is the ideal choice. ( GW 03/2008)
This is a traditional, 5 storey, Victorian building with a pale stone facade: Most impressive building to look at.
The hotel lobby is medium in size and elegant in decor with a mahogany reception desk and a few sofas. There is plenty of Space for groups and their luggage.
George Hotel, located in the center of Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, is an elegant hotel built back in the Victorian period, around 1851. George Hotel has a friendly atmosphere and it is renowned as being the birthplace of Rugby League in 1895. George Hotel is surrounded by beautiful countryside and it's a great base from where to explore Yorkshire. The town center is within a short walk with all the shops, restaurants, bars, museums and castles. Holmfirth, the picturesque village made famous in 'The Last of the Summer Wine', and Haworth Parsonage, home of the literary Bronte family are just some of the nearby visitor attractions. There are 60 ensuite bedrooms and the public areas include a comfortable, traditional lounge and bar, and a restaurant which has recently undergone refurbishment. The bedrooms are very well equipped and you will feel at home. Amenities include satellite television, complimentary tea and coffee making facilities, a telephone, iron/ironing board, hair dryer, mineral water and fresh fruit.George Hotel has a restaurant, St Georges, with a la carte menu. They also have The Founders Bar and hotel lounge perfect for relaxing whilst having your preferred drink. Other hotel facilities include baby-changing facilities, non-smoking area, blackboard, concierge, 24-hour front desk, porter service, express check-out, safety deposit boxes, luggage storage, dry-cleaning/laundry service, parking, lift/elevator and more.George Hotel has also facilities for any business event. We have conference rooms completely equipped with everything you need to have a successful business meeting. Conference rooms have flip charts, overhead projectors, screens, TV and other equipment available on request. The hotel also offers telephone conferencing, and those with ISDN links can provide video conferencing. We also have bedrooms specially designed for those in a business trip which have a larger working area. * Please note for guests staying 3 nights or more from Nov 1-February 28 2009 dinner will be provided free of charge. This offer is not available on December 31, 2008. **
rooms with private bath, trouser press, phone & refreshment tray. 24-hour room service. Conference room capacity: 180 persons. Renovations in 1991.
This Hotel Is Ideally Situated For Visitors To The Area. The Hotel Has A Warm And Welcoming Atmosphere That Emphasises Friendly And Hospitable Service. It Also Has Excellent Facilities As Well As Comfortable Guest Rooms And Public Areas. All Of The Guest Rooms Are Comfortable And Nicely Equipped To Give A Feeling Of Being Home While Away From Home. The Hotel Also Has A Variety Of Facilities And Services That Are Sure To Meet The Need Of Both Business And Leisure Travellers.