The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection By Hilton – A Favorite for Families in Edinburgh
About the Hotel
Historic Castle View Accommodations
The Caledonian Edinburgh occupies a former railway station building on Princes Street, with many rooms offering unobstructed views of Edinburgh Castle. Rooms include flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee facilities, and bathrooms with bathrobes and slippers. Family rooms accommodate up to 4 guests, while suites feature separate living areas with Serta mattresses and Egyptian cotton sheets.
Award-Winning Scottish Dining
Dean Banks at The Pompadour serves a 7-course tasting menu focusing on Scottish seafood and sustainable produce. Grazing by Mark Greenaway offers shareable dishes using locally sourced ingredients. The Caley Bar features over 100 Scottish whiskies and bar food. Peacock Alley serves afternoon tea in the original station concourse space.
Spa and Leisure Facilities
The Waldorf Astoria Spa includes treatments from 111SKIN and Ground Wellbeing, plus a steam room, sauna, whirlpool, and indoor swimming pool with castle views. The two-floor gym contains modern equipment. Children under 16 require adult supervision in the pool area.
Prime Edinburgh Location
Located at the west end of Princes Street, the hotel faces Princes Street Gardens. Edinburgh Castle stands directly across the street. The Royal Mile and Edinburgh Old Town (UNESCO World Heritage Site) are within 1 mile. Edinburgh Waverley station is a 20-minute walk away.
Comprehensive Hotel Services
Services include concierge assistance, 24-hour room service, and pet-friendly accommodations (35 kg maximum weight). Self-parking and valet parking cost £35 daily. The hotel offers EV charging stations and can accommodate events for up to 300 guests in spaces featuring original Victorian details.
Choose from a variety of room types
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- 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
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
- Curtains