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About the Hotel

Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 2AB

Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian, commonly known as 'The Caley', is an iconic luxury hotel established in 1903, located at the west end of Princes Street. This former railway station combines Victorian elegance with modern amenities, featuring unobstructed views of Edinburgh Castle. The hotel houses a renowned spa and two award-winning restaurants helmed by Michelin-starred chefs. Its central location offers easy access to key cultural landmarks and shopping areas.

Location

Situated in the heart of Edinburgh, the hotel is close to the Royal Mile and various cultural sites, including the Scottish National Gallery and Calton Hill. The hotel's location provides convenient access to public transport and boutique shopping on George Street. Guests can enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Edinburgh’s Old Town, New Town, and West End nearby.

Rooms

Each room at The Caledonian is equipped with a flat-screen TV and a luxurious bathroom featuring designer toiletries. Many accommodations provide unobstructed views of Edinburgh Castle. Guests benefit from a range of amenities including fluffy bathrobes and complimentary breakfast for children under five. The hotel offers various room configurations suited for families and business travelers alike.

Eat & Drink

Guests can choose from two distinguished dining venues: Dean Banks at The Pompadour and Grazing by Mark Greenaway, both featuring locally sourced Scottish ingredients. The Pompadour offers a modern fine dining experience with a signature 7-course tasting menu. Grazing, located on the ground floor, provides a relaxed atmosphere with shareable dishes inspired by the vibrant culinary scene.

Leisure & Business

The Waldorf Astoria Spa features a full range of treatments from 111SKIN and Ground Wellbeing, a steam room, sauna, a swimming pool, and a modern gym. For business needs, the hotel includes multiple meeting rooms and event spaces equipped with contemporary technology. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult in the swimming pool area.

“The hotel's location is perfect for strolling to the castle and enjoying nearby shops and restaurants.”view full review

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“A charming hotel with exceptional service and ambiance” view full review

Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(8.5)

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 12 pm

Amenities

No parking available.

Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.

Other information

A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP35 per person per day.

There are no extra beds provided in a room. There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets are allowed on request.

English, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Hungarian, Romanian, Chinese, Greek, Russian, Bulgarian, Lithuanian, Maltese

Year renovated:2012

Number of floors:6

Number of rooms:241

Former name

Caledonian Hilton Edinburgh Hotel

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior King Room

Max:

2 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Family Connecting Rooms

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

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Deluxe King Room Mobility Accessible

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Edinburgh 1.3 km

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 11.9 km

Dundee (DND) 95.2 km

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 1.3 km

Bus

Bus stop200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Stunning Views!

“The room offered breathtaking views of Edinburgh Castle, making every moment spent inside feel magical.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast!

“The breakfast spread was quite hearty, and despite the coffee not being to my taste, the cappuccinos were delightful!” view full review

Special Touches

“I loved the thoughtful gesture of receiving a bottle of wine for my birthday, enhancing the whole experience immensely.” view full review

Relaxing Ambiance

“The facilities were well-maintained and provided a peaceful atmosphere, especially considering the busy central location.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Golf course
Sports trainer

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Baby pushchair
Board games
Children's menu
Children's pool

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Entertainment
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Turkish bath
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Facial
Treatment room
Beauty treatment
Back massage
Full body massage
Make up services

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Rollaway beds

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Room decor

Curtains

Location

Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 2AB

Map view

street view

Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 2AB

City landmarks

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

1.1 km

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

1.6 km

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

910 m

Royal Mile

1.0 km

High Street 2 Warriston's Close

The Real Mary King's Close

1.3 km

Park

Princes Street Gardens

1.1 km

Queen's Drive Holyrood Park

Arthur's Seat hike

2.9 km

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

930 m

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

2.2 km

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One

1.3 km

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

1.4 km

Monument

Scott Monument

960 m

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

1.4 km

Museum

The Writers' Museum

1.1 km

St. Andrews House 2 Regent Road

Calton Hill

1.7 km

Museum

Gladstone's Land

1.1 km

53 Princes Street

Princes Street

620 m

Event hall

Edinburgh International Conference Centre

650 m

Botanical Garden

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

2.4 km

Nicolson Street

Surgeons' Hall Museums

1.7 km

Museum

Museum of Childhood

1.6 km

Square

Grassmarket

800 m

354 Castlehill

The Scotch Whisky Experience

940 m

32 Calton Hill

Nelson Monument

1.7 km

2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)

Brass Rubbing Centre

1.4 km

Nearby

Museum

The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland

540 m

Museum

Georgian House

380 m

West end of George Street 40 Charlotte Square

Charlotte Square

360 m

Church

Church of St John the Evangelist

120 m

Church

The Parish Church of St Cuthbert

250 m

Restaurants

Ghillie Dhu

60 m

2 Rutland place

Grazing

100 m

Rutland Street Waldorf Astoria

Heads & Tales Bar

90 m

1A Rutland Place

ASK Italian

110 m

9-13 Shandwick Place Rutland Court

Ryan's Bar

130 m

2-4 Hope Street

The Grosvenor

190 m

26 Shandwick Place

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

liked the hotel and would stay again

great location

friendly staff

frozen facilities

noise issue

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

7.6

Location

8.5

Service

8.8

Dining

7.1

Judy

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.0/10

When we returned from our day out exploring, our room had not been made up, so we found it dirty, which was disappointing. The room could benefit from secondary glazing as the noise from the main road was noticeable. Despite being somewhat small without a view, being on the mezzanine level offered a view of the castle, which was a nice touch.

Rooms

7.0

The room was not made up at 4 pm when we returned from our exploring, so we returned to a dirty room. It could do with secondary glazing. The room was somewhat small with no view but was on the mezzanine level with a view of the castle and overlooking the main road.

Service

9.0

The staff were exceptionally pleasant and helpful, from the young man serving us at breakfast to the lady at the check-in and the concierge gents. They were all a credit to the hotel in providing a friendly and helpful service throughout our stay.

Location

8.0

The location was equally welcoming for folks just wanting to read or catch up on emails. Despite the frozen pool and jacuzzi, it's ideal for any trip to Edinburgh, being close to the castle, shops, and museums.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was great with a big selection. We particularly enjoyed having a glass of wine and charcuterie in the main day room with a live jazz trio on Friday night. However, the food was okay, but we have had better in terms of quality.

Facilities

The facilities were good overall, but attention should be paid to the frozen pool and jacuzzi. Despite this, the hotel provides a pleasant experience for guests.

Chris

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.2/10

My stay at the hotel was absolutely fabulous. The rooms were lovely and well laid out, although there was a bit of noise issue. The service was top-notch, with the staff being efficient and friendly from start to finish. The location was perfect, right at the west end of Princes St, making it easy to explore the city. The dining options were good overall but lacked some variety. The facilities were great, despite a minor hiccup with the temperature of the pool and jacuzzi.

Rooms

8.0

The layout of the rooms, with separate areas for the closet, bathroom, and bedroom, was definitely worth the extra money.

Service

9.0

The staff were not only efficient but also friendly and helpful throughout our stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location at the west end of Princes St was excellent, making it convenient to access shops, nightlife, and attractions.

Dining

7.0

The dining options offered were of top quality, though some variety in daily choices would have been appreciated. Regional bread was a nice touch.

Facilities

8.0

All the facilities were on point, with the exception of the pool and jacuzzi being frozen. Despite that, everything else was in good working order.

great location

frozen facilities

Tim

United States, July 2023

7.0/10

I had a wonderful time at the hotel! The split-level room was perfect for accommodating my Grandfather with all his needs, although the standard of the room was shockingly poor. The view was either a lovely castle or the not-so-appealing street.

Rooms

5.0

The split-level room was great for our needs, but the standard was shockingly poor. We appreciated the thoughtful layout for our family.

Service

9.0

The staff were extremely welcoming, friendly, and went above and beyond, even promptly upgrading us to a new room with a castle view. Their warmth and helpfulness really made our stay special.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was excellent, close to shops, restaurants, and the famous Edinburgh Castle. The staff made up for any wear and tear in the rooms with their attentive service.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was huge, unlike any other hotel buffet I've seen, but it wasn't the usual buffet style we expected. The dining room was lovely, but the variety could have been better.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel provides all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay, but some areas showed signs of wear that needed attention.

Friendly Staff

Poor Room Standard

Charles

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.8/10

The hotel provided everything we needed for our stay, and any additional requests were accommodated smoothly. The rooms were spacious, and the beds were comfortable, although I found the pricing a bit high for the standard offered.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were large and beds comfortable.

Service

7.0

Although most of the staff seemed grumpy, there was one gentleman who was pleasant and took charge to ensure guests were looked after.

Location

9.0

The location of the hotel was outstanding, making it irresistible to explore the city. It was within walking distance to all attractions and had friendly, helpful staff.

Dining

7.0

Overall, the dining experience was very nice with a variety of options to suit everyone, but service was lacking attentiveness at times.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were up to standard and in good condition.

clean

over priced

Alastair

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.6/10

I had a great experience at the hotel! The front desk staff went above and beyond to provide a room when my original one became unavailable. The heating in the room was excellent, and despite a few minor issues, the attentive service made up for it.

Rooms

8.0

I appreciated the efforts of the front desk in ensuring I got a room despite the initial mix-up. The room was cozy and well-heated.

Service

9.0

The staff was kind, friendly, and eager to share local recommendations. They were fantastic in ensuring everything ran smoothly.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location was ideal, within walking distance to many city attractions. The attentive staff made up for any minor room issues.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good overall, with delicious food options available. However, service could be improved.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were satisfactory, though some areas showed signs of wear. Overall, it served its purpose well.

Keith

United States, June 2023

7.6/10

Upon arrival, our room was quite a distance from the lift, tucked away near a service door where staff often passed through, but we did enjoy a lovely view of the castle once we craned our necks to see it. It took a while for the room to warm up, despite the chill when we first entered. The check-in was smooth after 3 pm.

Rooms

7.0

The room had a nice view of the castle but was a bit chilly initially and took a while to heat up. The location next to the service door was not ideal.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, especially from Ella at the front desk who assisted us efficiently. They even arranged for us to use the piano in the ballroom and surprised us with champagne during afternoon tea.

Location

9.0

The hotel is perfectly situated below the iconic Edinburgh Castle, offering easy access to Princes Street and the surrounding areas. The tranquility near the Castle was a bonus.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast was a delightful spread with a variety of options, but the experience was a bit chaotic and overpriced. The quality did not match the cost.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were satisfactory, and the maintenance staff promptly addressed our concerns with the room temperature control.

William

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.8/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were huge and beautifully decorated, providing a quiet and comfortable space. However, my room was very small for my liking. The service was exceptional, with staff going above and beyond to make my stay enjoyable. The location was superb, right at the beginning of Princess Street, offering easy access to all the attractions. The dining experience was mostly excellent, although there was a slight disappointment with one meal. Overall, a great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

The room was large, had direct views of Edinburgh Castle, and the marble bathroom was lovely.

Service

9.0

The staff were always warm and friendly, providing brilliant service that exceeded my expectations.

Location

9.0

The hotel is right at the beginning of Princess Street, making it a smart, clean, and welcoming location close to all the restaurants and Waverley rail station.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was mostly top class, with delicious and high-quality meals.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were excellent, with great amenities that added to the overall experience.

Russell

United States, April 2023

8.4/10

Wow, what a great experience at this hotel! From being upgraded to a King Premiere Suite thanks to our Hilton Honors status and the off-season fewer guests, to the exceptional service by the front desk, this stay was fantastic. The room itself was amazing, but a bit of a letdown with a dirty tissue in the corridor throughout our stay. Despite that, the overall experience was top-notch.

Rooms

9.0

The room upgrade to a King Premiere Suite was a delightful surprise. Although the size and view were impressive, the presence of a dirty tissue in the corridor during our stay was a bit disappointing.

Service

9.0

The hard-working staff, from housekeeping to the door staff, were excellent and incredibly helpful. Their friendly and attentive service added a personal touch to our stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel was excellently positioned, close to all the main shops and the bus stop for easy access to explore the city. The view of Edinburgh Castle was breathtaking, making every moment special.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was fairly good, especially for breakfast. While the options were not exceptional, the overall service and ambiance were welcoming.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities at the hotel were impressive, offering a variety of services and amenities to enhance our stay. However, some areas could benefit from a refresh to maintain the luxurious feel.