The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton

We stayed at The Caledonian for a family trip to Edinburgh and absolutely loved it. The hotel is beautiful – full of character and elegance – and everything from the rooms to the spa felt really high quality.||The food was amazing, and the service throughout our stay was top-notch. The staff were so friendly and helpful, and made us feel really welcome as a family. Nothing was ever too much trouble.||It was definitely worth staying here – a great base for exploring the city, and a really special place to come back to at the end of the day. We made some lovely memories and would definitely, definitely return. Highly recommend!

I recently stayed at the Caledonian hotel, and it was an unforgettable experience. The hotel, housed in a stunning former Victorian railway station, combines historic charm with modern luxury, and its location on Princes Street offers breathtaking views of Edinburgh Castle. My room was spacious, comfortable, and impeccably clean, with a cozy bed and lovely touches like plush robes and luxury toiletries. The dining experiences were amazing, especially at Dean Banks at The Pompadour, where the creative, locally sourced dishes were simply outstanding. Peacock Alley provided a relaxed atmosphere for coffee or afternoon tea, and the service throughout the hotel was impeccable. The hotel is also incredibly accessible, with lifts and friendly, attentive staff always ready to assist. Whether you’re in Edinburgh for sightseeing or a special occasion, The Caledonian offers a perfect mix of elegance, comfort, and convenience. I’ll definitely be back next time I’m in the city!

This is a historic hotel with a delightful history and old world charm and superb staff. They perform their duties with a touch of class that is hard to come by these days.||From the minute we arrived, the concierges were always available and provided assistance without my having to explicitly ask. They just appear at the right moments, render a service and subtly depart. This included fetching luggage to the room, hailing taxis, and loading our luggage for departure. This service was quite simply the highlight of our stay.||They blend this classic hospitality with modern tech. Their pre-checkin text message (SMS) includes access to an assistant who can answer questions. In our case they provided helpful information on how to park and return rental cars.||It is not your generic hotel-in-a-box. The bar and restaurant are thoroughly modern, but retain the Victorian aesthetic of the original building. The staff at the restaurant were helpful and attentive, although they didn't possess the elegance and excellence of the front desk and concierges. We only ate the buffet breakfast, so I cannot comment about the quality of food.||The rooms felt palatial, with their large windows and stunning 15-foot ceiling. The beds and pillows were comfortable, and the air conditioning worked fabulously, giving us multiple good nights of sleep. Some aspects of the room reveal their age (120+ years), but I found that charming. The bathtub felt a little cramped to take a shower, but that's about the only thing I can fault.||I enjoyed taking the grand staircase up to our fourth floor room. Sunlight streams in through stained glass reclaimed from the decommissioned Victorian railway station below. The many drawings hanging on the hallway walls are beautiful.||Overall, this hotel was a highlight of our trip to Edinburgh.

I stayed at the Caledonian expecting a luxurious experience, given the nearly $600/night price tag and the hotel’s reputation. While the service from staff across the board—front desk, bell hop, bartenders, breakfast servers, concierge—was warm and professional, I was ultimately very disappointed by my stay.||When I arrived, I was shocked to find a major construction project happening directly outside my window. I understand that construction is sometimes unavoidable, but this was a large-scale, extremely loud project, and I was given no notice in advance. Had I known, I might have chosen to stay elsewhere. The hotel was unable to move my room, which I understand if they were full, but it took significant pushing on my part to receive any compensation at all. First, they offered a comped breakfast, then after another complaint, a £50 hotel credit. These gestures were polite, but inadequate given that I couldn’t nap or rest in my room due to constant construction noise. It was so invasive I felt like the workers could see directly into my room from their cranes. I ended up keeping the blinds closed, which meant no natural light—hardly what you expect at this price point.||They did offer earplugs and noise-canceling headphones, which was a thoughtful gesture, but again, not a real solution for a guest who paid a premium to relax and sleep. To make matters worse, I requested that my bar charges be removed as a courtesy (something they initially agreed to), but I was charged anyway.||For a hotel of this caliber, the lack of proactive communication about the construction and the minimal efforts to make it right left me feeling deeply let down. The service was kind, but ultimately I did not receive the value or comfort I was promised. At this level, a beautiful lobby and nice staff aren't enough—your room should be a sanctuary, not a construction zone.

What a fantastic location perfect to let you explore the city. It’s a short walk to the Castle and the shops and not too far from Waverley station. Staff were warm, professional, and attentive throughout. Check-in was quick and smooth. The room was well equipped, with tea and coffee making facilities. The pool looked lovely, though I didn’t get to try the spa this time!

Beautiful hotel we were met by the doorman who took our luggage escorted us to reception to check in what a luxury experience the front desk staff had upgraded us which we did not expect such a surprise. We were shown to the lifts then went up to our room 304 it was stunning large room with huge windows with a beautiful view of the castle. The staff were so welcoming at front desk. The bed was so luxurious and very comfortable slept very well ||We had breakfast in the morning what a selection to choose from we were certainly not disappointed at all just sad that we only had a one night stay we will return for longer. Planning our next trip.” The team here make the experience all staff we met were extremely nice and looked after us.

I have been to the restaurant and the spa at this hotel and have had a wonderful experience at both! The food at the restaurant was well cooked and flavourful. I also had a beautiful cocktail which was tasty! I also had a wonderful experience at the spa. The facilities are clean and the staff are lovely. Special mention to the receptionist Jessica who helped me at the spa and recommended The Court to me :)

Beautiful hotel in the heart of the city centre - with an added bonus of leisure centre and spa! Pool with castle views, jacuzzi, steam and Sauna! Perfect for a relaxing couples get away. |The Court offers a great selection of food and drink and the in-room dining options are delicious too!|What makes the hotel simply amazing is the team! Nothing is too much trouble and you are greeted with smiles wherever you go!