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About the Hotel

Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 2AB

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.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included
Deluxe Queen Room
2 persons
20 m² 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Air conditioning
Deluxe King Room
2 persons
21 m² 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Air conditioning
Superior King Room
2 persons
21 m² 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Air conditioning
Premier Queen Room
2 persons
25 m² 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Air conditioning
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Tips on navigating the city

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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

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

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
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Location

Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 2AB
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Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 2AB
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
Peacock Alley at Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh
20 m
Princes Street
Heads & Tales Bar
90 m
1A Rutland Place
Grazing
100 m
Rutland Street Waldorf Astoria
Ryan's Bar
130 m
2-4 Hope Street
ASK Italian
110 m
9-13 Shandwick Place Rutland Court
Whighams Wine Cellars
220 m
13 Hope Street
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