Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian

5.0 star property
Luxury spa hotel, walk to Princes Street

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Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian

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3 restaurants, lunch served
3 restaurants, lunch served
Premier Double Room (Castle View) | Living area | Flat-screen TV
3 restaurants, lunch served
Suite, 1 King Bed (Sir Walter Scott) | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Overview of Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian

9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2AB
  • Popular LocationPrinces Street1 min walk
  • Popular LocationGeorge Street4 min walk
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle14 min walk
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)23 min drive
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Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Single Deluxe Room (1 Single Bed), View (Castle View)

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Alexander Graham Bell Suite)

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
  • 861 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Single Deluxe Room (1 Single Bed), Accessible

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite 1 King Bed (Robert L Stevenson)

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Sir Walter Scott)

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite 1 Queen Bed (Billy Garioch)

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 592 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Caledonian Suite)

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 635 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Castle View)

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 484 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Castle View)

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
  • 1292 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Premier Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds (Castle View)

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 365 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
  • 1292 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Sir Conan Doyle)

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
  • 603 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed (Castle View)

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premier Double Room (2 Double Beds)

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Premier Double Room (Castle View)

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 538 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite 1 Bedroom view (1 King Bed)

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 732 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Queen Carriage)

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian is located in West End, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, and is near a train station. National Museum of Scotland and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and George Street. Check out an event or a game at Edinburgh International Conference Centre, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area.

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk
  • George Street - 4 min walk
  • Grassmarket - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 14 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 19 min walk

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Johnnie Walker Princes Street - 1 min walk
  • McDonald's - 1 min walk
  • The Grosvenor - 2 min walk
  • Peacock Alley - 1 min walk
  • The Picture House - 3 min walk

About this property

Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian

Luxury eco-certified hotel near Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh International Conference Centre and George Street are located near Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian, which provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Indulge in a body treatment, a manicure/pedicure, and a facial at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 onsite restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a health club and a business center.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool with sun loungers
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a front-desk safe
  • Luggage storage, a reception hall, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 241 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
  • Highchairs, baby baths, and free infant beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Bulgarian, Chinese (Mandarin), Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Lithuanian, Maltese, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Offsite parking available (GBP 19.50 per day); discounts available
  • Self parking on site (GBP 35 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (GBP 35 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 30 per person
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Dean Banks Pompadour
  • Grazing by Mark Greenaway
  • Peacock Alley
  • The Caley Bar

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Free crib
  • Highchair
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 2,336 square feet of conference space
  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1903
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 50 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 77 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 30 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 35 per night
  • Valet parking fee: GBP 35 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 19.50 per day (1640 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 50 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Caledonian Edinburgh Waldorf Astoria
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Frequently asked questions

Does Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian?

As of Mar 29, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian on Apr 7, 2024 start from $243.04, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 77 lbs per pet. There's a fee of GBP 50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian?

Self parking is available for GBP 35 per night. Valet parking is available for GBP 35 per night.

What time is check-in at Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian located?

Located in West End, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Princes Street and George Street. Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh International Conference Centre are also within 15 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 8 minutes by foot and Haymarket Tram Station is 12 minutes.

Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 638 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1000 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you so much everything was wonderful! we loved our stay! and the pool is amazing too!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was exemplary an the location was perfectly placed to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect hotel in every way, staff, rooms, breakfast and the Pompodour restaurant was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hunter

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vivien, Wirral Merseyside

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, the best we’ve ever stayed in. Beautifully decorated and so comfortable. The staff were so helpful and friendly. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Vincent

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel However I left an item behind. I had to make two calls and was then told they had found nothing. Rather disappointing as I know I left item in my room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located. Convenient extras.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Amenities

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024