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Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian
Princes Street (Edinburgh) EH1 2AB

Situated 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. Guests can enjoy a choice of two eateries, The Pompadour by Galvin and Galvin Brasserie de Luxe, both from Michelin-starred chefs Chris and Jeff Galvin. Formerly the station concourse and ticket office, Peacock Alley now offers afternoon tea, while The Caley Bar provides bar food, drinks and masterclasses/tastings for guests and the general public. 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 Centre.

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8.6/10

Rooms: 241

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Address: Princes Street, Edinburgh EH1 2AB map

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This hotel is like my view of an old hotel should be steeped in history and splendour. It was a pleasure the rooms are not modern although they do have the touches like the plasma tv and modern bathroom. Overall I would not change anything about the hotel it was perfect. The staff seemed highly trained and overall it was a wonderful customer experience. All staff were absolutely charming and could not have been more helpful or efficient. Brilliantly managed hotel.
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Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian Room information

Room Type	Max	from
Deluxe Double Room with Two Double Beds [Room Information]	2	from GBP 159.00	Search
Room Facilities: Work Desk, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Shower, Radio, Pay TV, Minibar, Ironing Facilities, Iron, Heating, Hairdryer, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath
Deluxe Double/Double Room [Room Information]	2	from GBP 189.00	Search
Spacious room with a work desk, high-speed internet access, on-demand movies and an easy chair. Rooms also feature bathrobes and slippers. Room Facilities: Work Desk, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Tea/Coffee Maker, Slippers, Shower, Seating Area, Radio, Pay TV, Minibar, Ironing Facilities, Iron, Heating, Hairdryer, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath
Deluxe King Room [Room Information]	2	from GBP 186.93	Search
This spacious and elegant air-conditioned room comes with an en suite shower room featuring Salvatore Ferragamo bathroom amenities. It features a flat-screen TV, a laptop safe and tea/coffee-making facilities including a Nespresso coffee maker. Also includes a minibar, Waldorf Astoria bedding and a pillow menu. Room Facilities: Work Desk, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Radio, Pay TV, Minibar, Ironing Facilities, Iron, Heating, Hairdryer, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath
Deluxe King Room with View [Room Information]	2	from GBP 207.03	Search
This elegant air-conditioned room offers views of Edinburgh Castle and comes with an en suite shower room featuring Salvatore Ferragamo bathroom amenities. It features a flat-screen TV, a laptop safe and tea/coffee-making facilities including a Nespresso coffee maker. Also includes a minibar, Waldorf Astoria bedding and a pillow menu. Room Facilities: Work Desk, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Radio, Pay TV, Minibar, Ironing Facilities, Iron, Heating, Hairdryer, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath
Deluxe Queen Room [Room Information]	3	from GBP 186.93	Search
This spacious and elegant air-conditioned room comes with an en suite shower room featuring Salvatore Ferragamo bathroom amenities. It features a flat-screen TV, a laptop safe and tea/coffee-making facilities, including a Nespresso coffee maker. Also includes a minibar, Waldorf Astoria bedding and a pillow menu. Room Facilities: Work Desk, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Shower, Radio, Pay TV, Minibar, Ironing Facilities, Iron, Heating, Hairdryer, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath
Deluxe Queen Room with View [Room Information]	2	from GBP 207.03	Search
This elegant air-conditioned room offers views of Edinburgh Castle and comes with an en suite shower room featuring Salvatore Ferragamo bathroom amenities. It features a flat-screen TV, a laptop safe and tea/coffee-making facilities including a Nespresso coffee maker. Also includes a minibar, Waldorf Astoria bedding and a pillow menu. Room Facilities: Work Desk, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Radio, Pay TV, Minibar, Ironing Facilities, Iron, Heating, Hairdryer, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath
Deluxe Twin Room [Room Information]	3	from GBP 186.93	Search
This spacious room has Wi-Fi access, a flat-screen TV, a safe, and tea/coffee-making facilities. Room Facilities: Work Desk, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Shower, Radio, Pay TV, Minibar, Ironing Facilities, Iron, Heating, Hairdryer, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath
Deluxe Twin Room with View [Room Information]	2	from GBP 207.03	Search
This spacious room has a view of Edinburgh Castle, Wi-Fi access, a flat-screen TV, a safe, and tea/coffee-making facilities. Room Facilities: Work Desk, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Radio, Pay TV, Minibar, Ironing Facilities, Iron, Heating, Hairdryer, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath
King Suite [Room Information]	3	from GBP 237.30	Search
This is a spacious and quiet suite with a living area, flat-screen TV and tea/coffee-making facilities. Room Facilities: Work Desk, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Radio, Pay TV, Minibar, Ironing Facilities, Iron, Heating, Hairdryer, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath
One-Bedroom King Suite [Room Information]	2	from GBP 887.40	Search
This suite has a separate living room and bedroom, with 2 flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi access and tea/coffee-making facilities. Room Facilities: Work Desk, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Radio, Pay TV, Minibar, Ironing Facilities, Iron, Heating, Hairdryer, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath
Queen Room [Room Information]	2	from GBP 173.53	Search
This elegant air-conditioned room comes with an en suite shower room featuring Salvatore Ferragamo bathroom amenities. It features a flat-screen TV, a laptop safe and tea/coffee-making facilities, including a Nespresso coffee maker. Also includes a minibar, Waldorf Astoria bedding and a pillow menu. Room Facilities: Work Desk, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Radio, Pay TV, Minibar, Ironing Facilities, Iron, Heating, Hairdryer, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath
Twin Room [Room Information]	2	from GBP 159.00	Search
With a work desk, high-speed internet access, on-demand movies and a mini chaise longue. Rooms also feature bathrobes and slippers.

Amenities at Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian

Transportation

Shuttle Service (surcharge), Shuttle Service, Secured parking, Car Rental

Services

Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Internet Services, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access

Pools and wellness

Waxing services, Swimming pool, Steam room, Spa/wellness packages, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Spa facilities, Spa & Wellness Centre, Sauna, Pool with view, Pool towels, Personal trainer, Pedicure, Massage, Manicure, Make up services, Jacuzzi, Indoor Swimming Pool (all year), Indoor Swimming Pool, Full body massage, Foot bath, Fitness/spa locker rooms, Fitness Centre, Fitness, Facial treatments, Couples massage, Body treatments, Beauty services, Beach chairs / loungers, Back massage

Miscellaneous

Wheelchair accessible, VIP Room Facilities, Toilet with grab rails, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Non-Smoking Rooms, Lower bathroom sink, Higher level toilet, Heating, Family Rooms, Emergency cord in bathroom, Elevator, Bridal Suite, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Airconditioning

General

WiFi everywhere, Private parking, Parking on-site, Parking , Different parking types

Front-desk/reception area services

Valet Parking, Tickets to attractions or shows, Safety Deposit Box, Newspapers, Luggage Storage, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Currency Exchange, Concierge Service, 24-Hour Front Desk

Food & Drink

Wine/champagne, Room Service, Restaurant (à la carte), Restaurant, Kid meals (free/paid), Fruits, Breakfast in the Room, Breakfast details, Bottle of water, Bar

Entertainment and children services

Children television networks, Babysitting/Child Services

Cleaning services

Shoe Shine, Laundry, Ironing Service, Dry Cleaning, Daily maid service

Business facilities

Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Fax/Photocopying, Business Centre

Activities

Golf Course (within 3 km)

Food & Drink

Pompadour Restaurant:
Fine dining in beautiful surroundings, the Pompadour serves award winning creative cuisine and a wide range of wines. A first class venue for a romantic dinner for 2 or an elegant evening out, you can relax and enjoy the friendly and informal service. Located on the hotel’s Entresol level, many tables have views over Edinburgh Castle. Dress code: smart-casual.

Chisholm’s Brassiere Restaurant:
The informal restaurant is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu features snacks as well as Scottish and international specialities, from Haggis to Caesar Salad.

The Lounge:
Located on the ground floor, the lounge is a comfortable place for you to read the newspaper or enjoy a coffee or sandwich from the snack menu. It overlooks the Castle and becomes a stunning venue for traditional afternoon tea.

The Caley Bar:
Adjacent to Chisholm’s Restaurant, the bar has a street entrance and is open to both residents and locals. Here you can enjoy coffees and snacks during daytime, as well as a wide range of beers, whiskies and cocktails. The new and improved Caley Bar offers a relaxed and informal area in which to unwind after a long day.

Henry J.Beans Bar & Grill:
American-style fast food and drinking venue, hugely popular amongst the local community, this bar and grill is famous for its wide range of cocktails. Entrance is from the street, inside the hotel building, but not connected to the hotel’s public areas.

Hotel information details

The Caledonian Hilton Hotel was originally opened in December 1903 and quickly became popular with the rich and famous.

The hotel has many superb architectural features. The Castle Suite is now a protected architectural area. The old Princes Street Station clock is now shown in the hotel’s Chisholm’s Bar.

The Caledonian has had many celebrity guests, including: Gene Kelly (who danced on the staircase), Charlie Chaplin, Laurel and Hardy, Grace Kelly, Elizabeth Taylor, Bob Hope, Bing Crosby, Nelson Mandela, Tony Blair and Sir Sean Connery (who is still a regular guest).

The Hilton's Living Well health club has a swimming pool with castle views, sun beds, steam room, multi-gym and spa. Services include the Ocean Rooms beauty salon. Facilities are free for hotel guests, services are charged.

Shooting and golfing trips can be arranged by the concierge.

Multi-lingual staff provide luxuries such as 24-hour room service and a limousine service to the airport (this should be arranged in advance).

Important information to guests

The hotel’s on-going refurbishment programme is due to be completed in the summer of 2012, after which the hotel will become part of Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts. For all guests arriving after 15 September, 2012, the hotel’s name will change from the Caledonian Hilton to The Caledonian, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel. During this time, access to the hotel will remain from the corner of Lothian Road and Rutland Street and guests can still enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner, served daily in the hotel’s Castle Suite. The hotel will not be able to offer guests car parking facilities. There is an NCP car park, located in Castle Terrace which is a 3-minute walk from the hotel. The address and post code for this NCP car park is Castle Terrace North Road, Edinburgh, EH1 2EW.

Information about the area

During your stay you can easily visit a number of local attractions, including:
- Princes’ Street shops
- Edinburgh Castle and Gardens
- National Gallery, Gallery of Modern Art, Dean Gallery, Museum of Scotland
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Theatres and concert halls
- Edinburgh International Convention Centre (5-minute walk)

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Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian offers accommodation in Edinburgh, 300 metres from Edinburgh Castle. The hotel has a spa centre and sauna, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as an iPod docking station are offered. Some rooms feature a seating area where you can relax. The rooms have a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bath robes and a hair dryer. A TV is featured. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Car hire is available at this hotel and the area is popular for golfing. EICC is 400 metres from Waldorf Astoria The Caledonian, while Royal Mile is 800 metres away. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 10 km from the property.

Room information details

All of the hotel’s 254 rooms have been fully refurbished and are well equipped with all the modern comforts and facilities you need in a restful, relaxing base. Whether you are exploring the region as a tourist, visiting the area on business or attending a conference, the comfortable, peaceful rooms provide a relaxing haven.

Each room features contemporary amenities, such as interactive TV (with Playstation video games, broadband internet access and video on demand), telephones with modem points and voicemail service and electronic locks. All of the rooms have a beautifully appointed en suite bathroom, most of which have a window. Every bathroom has a heated towel rail. 138 of the rooms have an in-room safe.

There are 2 rooms that are suitable for disabled guests, wheelchair users and those with reduced mobility, and these rooms are available on request.

Rooms on the hotel’s dedicated non-smoking floors are also available on request (subject to availability).

Travelling information

By Air
The nearest airport is Edinburgh International Airport

By Public Transport
The nearest station is Waverley Station, or Haymarket Station.

Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian Policies

Check-in

15:00 -

Check-out

- 12:00

Accepted CreditCards at Hotel

The hotel reserves the right to preauthorise credit cards prior to arrival.
American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club, MasterCard

Children and Extra Bed Policy

All children are welcome.
One child under 4 years stays free of charge when using existing bedding.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.