The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotels
Curio Collection by Hilton
9 (1873 reviews)
Princes Street , Edinburgh , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Incredible staff
Cons:
Cold rooms
Hygiene issues at breakfast

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Hygiene issues at breakfast and unclean plates were mentioned.
Service
9.75
Staff provided excellent service and were very helpful.
Location
9.75
Location was praised across multiple reviews.
Room Quality
8.75
Rooms varied, with some described as spacious and well presented, while others were drab and cold.
Amenities
9.25
Amenities were generally good with praise for the breakfast and facilities.
Value for Money
8.25
Some reviews indicated it wasn't worth the price paid.
Food and Beverage
8.75
Food was rated as average; room service was decent.
Overall Experience
9.25
Mixed feelings due to certain negative experiences but overall a favorable stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 14:20

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Experience the epitome of luxury at Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian. Each room offers unobstructed views of Edinburgh Castle, plush amenities, and elegant decor for a truly indulgent stay.

World-Class Spa and Leisure Facilities
Indulge in relaxation at the Waldorf Astoria Spa with a variety of lavish treatments, steam room, sauna, whirlpool, swimming pool, and a fully equipped gym. Rejuvenate your mind and body in opulent surroundings.

Culinary Delights
Savor delectable dining options at Peacock Alley for afternoon tea, The Caley Bar for drinks and tastings, and the award-winning Grazing by Mark Greenaway restaurant. Delight your palate with exquisite flavors and impeccable service.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian and immerse yourself in luxury and comfort amidst the historic charm of Edinburgh.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: EDI

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 35 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1873 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.75
Room Quality: 8.75
Amenities: 9.25
Value for Money: 8.25
Food and Beverage: 8.75
Overall Experience: 9.25
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Aldana solo_traveller qa
10
2026-02-15 via Nuitee
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Catherine couple gb
8
A great location for exploring Edinburgh in a fabulous hotel
Pros:

Lovely quiet room. Well decorated and spacious.

Cons:

The spa area was disappointing. Small and the steam room wasn’t working.

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Camila solo_traveller gb
8
2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Camilla couple se
10
Härligt hotell med bra läge.
Pros:

Perfekt läge. Otroligt fint och trevligt hotell. Rummet var rymligt men ändå mysigt med fin utsikt mot slottet. Väldigt trevlig personal! God mat.

Cons:

Saknade smörgåspålägg till frukosten, finns endast marmelad. Annars mycket nöjd med frukosten.

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Shivangi couple gb
10
Luxurious, relaxing and charming!
Pros:

We’ve just returned from the most amazing long weekend at The Caledonian Edinburgh, and without exaggeration, the hotel was the highlight of our trip.
We were fortunate to receive an upgrade with a beautiful view of the castle, which set the tone for a really special stay. The room itself was spotless, tastefully decorated - both luxurious and comfortable. Loved the little comforts like the walk in wardrobe, and details like ample bathroom lighting - so very pleased with a hotel room that finally had sufficient space for a travel wardrobe and ideal makeup space. I loved finding a yoga mat and block in the wardrobe, along with plenty of space for a relaxing practice!
The service throughout our stay was exceptional. Every member of staff we encountered was warm, welcoming, genuinely helpful - plenty of good tips to get around Edinburgh! We just felt so looked after thanks to their friendly, attentive hospitality.
The facilities were another standout. The gym is well equipped to enjoy a real workout. The spa area was equally impressive, with a 12m pool which was good enough for a morning swim workout, and the steam room, sauna and spa pool were super relaxing.
Breakfast was fab - a generous spread that included a full Scottish with haggis and tatties - yum - alongside other choices. Service was cheerful and efficient, which made a great start to each day.

Such a charming hotel with real character and history, paired with modern comfort and outstanding amenities. We actually found ourselves choosing to spend more time enjoying the hotel than exploring, which says everything. We would absolutely stay again and highly recommend it.

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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iona couple gb
9
2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Siwan solo_traveller gb
10
2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Saadman A extended_group my
7
Pros:

Great hotel overall. Amazing location and very nice exterior and interior.

Cons:

Place only has one lift that you can use from the lobby which is pretty annoying the wait takes forever especially if the occupancy is high then you’ll wait a good 10-15 minutes for the lift. We also got 2 rooms both of which needed to be changed due to plumbing issues and that was a very long process both times.

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Catherine couple ie
10
2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Fahad couple kw
10
أفضل الفنادق خدمة وتعامل راقي وسعة الغرف ممتازة ونظافة
Pros:

من أفضل الفنادق خدمة وتعامل راقي وسعة الغرف ممتازة ونظافة الأثاث والديكور الاسعار مناسبة جداً وتم عمل ترقية للغرفة الى سويت شكرًا لكم. الاسعار أقل من غيره بالمنطقة بنفس المستوى وبعيد عن الضجيج والزحمة وقريب من الاماكن السياحية المحبوبة والأسواق. المطعم بالدور الأرضي متفاني ورائع وحتى الافطار متنوع وخدمة راقية شكرًا للطاقم.
شكرًا لقسم الاستقبال جميعاً وبالذات المحترمة ( إيرين ) التي تبادر للجميع بالخدمة والتفهّم للمتطلبات والرّقي بالتعامل المحترم. كذلك الكونسيرج جميعاً شكرًا لكم خاصة مايكل.
الروم سيرفس رائع جداً على مدار الساعة
وهذه ثاني زيارة للفندق ، شكرًا للادارة لهذا العمل الرائع

Cons:

لا يوجد

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Stephen couple gb
10
2026-02-10 via Nuitee
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Frances couple gb
9
Excellent, will definately return
Pros:

Location, friendliness of staff, amenities were excellent.

Cons:

Personal preference related to the pillows! One pillow was too soft and flat and 2 pillows together were too much.

2026-02-10 via Nuitee
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Gillian couple gb
8
Excellent location with great staff
Pros:

The staff were outstanding- professional and very knowledgeable and friendly in all areas including the spa

Cons:

Our room was cold and the engineer came out and did improve it but it still wasn’t very warm.

2026-02-10 via Nuitee
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Nina family_with_children no
9
Helt supert opphold.
Pros:

Veldig hyggelig service, pent og rent. Fin restaurant og utrolig fin bar. Nydelig ansiktsbehandling og massasjer i SPA, vi følte oss veldig godt tatt vare på. Herlig frokost.

Cons:

Ingen ting å mislike, men det var litt uoversiktlig og langt til SPA avdelingen. Noen ekstra skilt og litt bedre veiledning til det hadde vært fint.

2026-02-10 via Nuitee
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Mª Luz couple es
9
Un sitio para volver
Pros:

Todo perfecto

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Amy family_with_children gb
10
2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Georgia family_with_children be
9
2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Flynn couple ie
6
Fine. Second time staying .
Pros:

Location

Cons:

. When I asked for more bottled water for the room at the end of the evening at reception I was told they had no water left waiting for a delivery and to drink water from the bathroom tap … that i was in Scotland and it was fine to drink bathroom at water 😳

2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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Katherine family_with_children gb
10
Really lovely stay, the staff were all fantastic everyone we met smiled and asked us if they could help. Opened doors fo
Pros:

Beautiful hotel, in the heart of the city centre.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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Moen couple no
10
2026-02-08 via Nuitee