Hotel Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian
Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH1 2AB, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 1345 reviews)
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Very warm welcoming experience from the moment we walked through the door untill the end of our stay. All the staff very warm, friendly and helpfull , from the front of house staff to house keeping. Perfect location in the center of the city. would definitely stay again and recommend to all.
United KingdomAs soon as we arrived we were very well taken care of, from the valet parking to the reception. Once registered we received a room upgrade which was unexpected but a very nice gesture and made our stay that little bit more special.
United KingdomBeautiful elegant hotel with a gorgeous castle view that is worth the extra money. Excellent breakfast.
BrazilThe breakfast was excellent. From the moment I checked-in until i checked-out the staff was friendly and helpful. My room was clean and fresh towels were available daily. The concierge helped me locate my tour locations and get to them on time.
United KingdomThe spacious rooms, bathrooms and overall facility was a wonderful surprise. Everything was clean and well presented. The breakfast buffet was expansive and delicious.
United States of AmericaBreakfast was amazing - great atmosphere, lots of options to choose from, exceptional server with a friendly attitude! Doormen were fun and friendly with quick wit. The concierge booked us a table at a perfect local place (Teuchters). Guest services provided a very nice birthday treat upon arrival.
United States of AmericaMy husband and I loved the location of this hotel. It was central to everything and we were able to walk to most places in the city. The hotel itself is lovely and majestic. The staff were warm and friendly and very accommodating.
United States of AmericaExcellent hotel. If within your budget opt for a castle view high floor June on reception was very professional. Clair at the gym area was quite rude. Breakfast was really good
ThailandIf you are looking for good location, friendly staff, nice room and atmosphere, this is the hotel that you should book!!! All the staff were exceptional friendly, always smiling and trying to help all guests. Special thanks to Mrs. Catherine, she made our stay awesome from checking in until leaving the hotel. She was always asking us if we need anything! She is gorgeous !! Definitely, will come back to the hotel when I am back to Edinburgh.
QatarHistorically classic property in a fantastic central location in Edinburgh.
United States of America
Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian
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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian
One of our top picks in Edinburgh. Located just a 1-minute walk from Princes Street, Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian luxury hotel has a modern leisure club and unobstructed views of Edinburgh Castle. George Street's bars, restaurants and shops are less than a 5-minute walk away. There is free WiFi available throughout.
Originally built in 1903 as part of Edinburgh's central railway station, rooms at the luxury hotel each have a flat-screen TV, a luxurious bathroom with designer toiletries, and fluffy bathrobes, as well as unobstructed views of Edinburgh Castle. Guests can enjoy access to the Guerlain Spa, the first and only one of its kind in the UK, which offers an array of treatments as well as a steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi®, swimming pool and modern gym.
Peacock Alley now offers afternoon tea, while The Caley Bar provides bar food, drinks and tastings for guests and the general public. There is also an award-winning restaurant, Grazing by Mark Greenaway
Edinburgh Castle and UNESCO heritage site, and Edinburgh Old Town can be reached within a 20-minute walk. The hotel is located just a 10-minute walk from Edinburgh Military Tattoo, and Edinburgh International Conference Center.
This is our guests' favorite part of Edinburgh, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.6 for two-person stays.
Currency Exchange: Need local currency? This property has currency exchange on site.
Located in the best-rated area in Edinburgh, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.5
Breakfast Info
Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet
Private parking at the hotel
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- Guests had a smooth check-in experience
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See what guests loved the most:
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Raven
United Kingdom“Very warm welcoming experience from the moment we walked through the door untill the end of our stay. All the staff very warm, friendly and helpfull , from the front of house staff to house keeping. Perfect location in the center of the city. would definitely stay again and recommend to all. ” Read more
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Danny
United Kingdom
“As soon as we arrived we were very well taken care of, from the valet parking to the reception. Once registered we received a room upgrade which was unexpected but a very nice gesture and made our stay that little bit more special.”
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Diana
Brazil“Beautiful elegant hotel with a gorgeous castle view that is worth the extra money. Excellent breakfast.”
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Terrisa
United Kingdom
“The breakfast was excellent. From the moment I checked-in until i checked-out the staff was friendly and helpful. My room was clean and fresh towels were available daily. The concierge helped me locate my tour locations and get to them on time.”
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Sabrina
United States of America“The spacious rooms, bathrooms and overall facility was a wonderful surprise. Everything was clean and well presented. The breakfast buffet was expansive and delicious.”
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Margaret
United States of America
“Breakfast was amazing - great atmosphere, lots of options to choose from, exceptional server with a friendly attitude! Doormen were fun and friendly with quick wit. The concierge booked us a table at a perfect local place (Teuchters). Guest services provided a very nice birthday treat upon arrival.” Read more
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Catherine
United States of America
“My husband and I loved the location of this hotel. It was central to everything and we were able to walk to most places in the city. The hotel itself is lovely and majestic. The staff were warm and friendly and very accommodating. ”
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Tim
Thailand“Excellent hotel. If within your budget opt for a castle view high floor June on reception was very professional. Clair at the gym area was quite rude. Breakfast was really good ”
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Asmaa
Qatar“If you are looking for good location, friendly staff, nice room and atmosphere, this is the hotel that you should book!!! All the staff were exceptional friendly, always smiling and trying to help all guests. Special thanks to Mrs. Catherine, she made our stay awesome from checking in until leaving the hotel. She was always asking us if we need anything! She is gorgeous !! Definitely, will come back to the hotel when I am back to Edinburgh. ” Read more
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Douglas
United States of America
“Historically classic property in a fantastic central location in Edinburgh. ”
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The Royal Bank of Scotland0.1 miles
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Charlotte Square0.1 miles
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Traverse Theatre0.2 miles
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Usher Hall0.2 miles
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The Georgian House0.2 miles
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Royal Lyceum Theater0.2 miles
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Filmhouse Cinema0.2 miles
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Edinburgh Castle0.3 miles
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Scottish Widows Bank Plc0.3 miles
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Princes Street Gardens0.3 miles
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Camera Obscura and World of Illusions0.4 miles
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Royal Mile0.5 miles
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The Real Mary King's Close0.6 miles
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National Museum of Scotland0.7 miles
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University of Edinburgh0.8 miles
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Edinburgh Playhouse1 miles
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Murrayfield Stadium1.4 miles
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Arthur's Seat1.8 miles
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Edinburgh Zoo2.5 miles
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Royal Yacht Britannia2.5 miles
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Edinburgh Airport6.1 miles
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Dundee Airport35.5 miles
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Glasgow Airport47.7 miles
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Food: British, Scottish
Open for: Lunch, Dinner
Peacock Alley
Food: British
Open for: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, High tea, Cocktail hour
Amenities of Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6
Most popular amenities
Outdoors
- Picnic area
Services & Extras
- Tickets to shows/attractions Additional charge
Pets
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Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
- Temporary art galleries
- Evening entertainment
- Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Food & Drink
- Fruit Additional charge
- Bottle of water
- Wine/Champagne Additional charge
- Kids' meals Additional charge
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
- Accessible parking
- Street parking
- Secure parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs £25 per day.
Front Desk Services
- Private check-in/out
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Ticket service
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Strollers
- Kids' TV channels
- Books, DVDs & music for kids
- Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit press
- Shoeshine Additional charge
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning
- Laundry
Business Facilities
- Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
- Business center
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Heating
- Car rental
- Elevator
- Honeymoon suite
- VIP room facilities
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Newspapers Additional charge
- Room service
Accessibility
- Bathroom emergency cord
- Lowered sink
- Raised toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
Indoor swimming pool
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Free! All pools are free of charge
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
- Locker rooms
- Personal trainer
- Fitness
- Full-body massage Additional charge
- Couples' massage Additional charge
- Back massage Additional charge
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Foot bath
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Body treatments
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Makeup services
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty services
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Pool/Beach towels
- Turkish/Steam Bath
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Sauna
Languages Spoken
- Bulgarian
- German
- Greek
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Hungarian
- Italian
- Lithuanian
- Maltese
- Dutch
- Portuguese
- Romanian
- Russian
- Chinese
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RetrySustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel
Sustainability initiatives
These are the steps this property has taken to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel:
- Water cooler/dispenser
- Option to opt out of daily room cleaning
- Option to reuse towels
- Bicycle parking
House rules Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian takes special requests – add in the next step!
Cancellation/
prepayment
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Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
FAQs about Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian
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Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian is 2,950 feet from the center of Edinburgh.
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Check-in at Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian has 2 restaurants:
- Grazing by Mark Greenaway
- Peacock Alley
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Guests staying at Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.7).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
- Buffet
- À la carte
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Room options at Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian include:
- Double
- Suite
- Quad
- Twin
- Single
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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The prices at Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian (subject to availability):
- Parking
- On-site parking
- Private Parking
- Secure parking
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian by:
- Taxi 20min
- Bus 30min
- Tram 35min
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Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Indoor pool
- Spa
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Fitness center
- Sauna
- Massage
- Turkish/Steam Bath
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Evening entertainment
- Beauty services
- Indoor pool (year-round)
- Facial treatments
- Waxing services
- Makeup services
- Manicure
- Pedicure
- Body treatments
- Spa facilities
- Steam room
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Foot bath
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Back massage
- Couples' massage
- Full-body massage
- Fitness
- Personal trainer
- Locker rooms
- Temporary art galleries
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Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian on this page.
