Hotel Caledonian Hilton
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The Caledonian Hilton or the *Caley* as it has become affectionately known among Edinburgh folk was and still is the epitome of style and excellence. Located at the west end of Princes Street guests
can look up to Edinburgh Castle upon arrival as the hotel lies in the shadow of the most famous castle in the country as well as being only a two minute walk from the designer stores and trendy bars
on George Street. The hotel has not only remained a focal point for more than one hundred years but is a symbol of the very best of Scottish hospitality offering guests the most luxurious …
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11 hotel reviews for Hotel Caledonian Hilton
it's worth it to special specials to look for. We had a weekend special, so we got an upgrade: luxury double room with castle view including breakfast for the same price, which otherwise the standard double room. Due to the availability of town even in a fantastic beautiful suite Hotel wiesenhof in pertisau with a beautiful view. The service was fabulous. As our room was not available at the time promised, we could refer to the house in the bar area and drinks there. A special experience was the hotelleigene gourmet restaurant 'pompadour' -t... Read more
in May 11,
Liz, Age 19-25, Couple
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A very nice, charming, but there were also older Hotel in ideal location. Serious renovation last? A lot of it is justifiable, not much (scruffy carpets, loose shower linkage). Our 'early bird' -bonus: room right next to a loud motor. For special price (107 pounds including breakfast) acceptable, otherwise rather not! Read more
in April 11,
Michael, Age 56-60, Couple
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The following are archived hotel reviews: These are not counted into the current average review rating, as the journey took place more than 25 months ago, or the hotel has completely changed.
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The hotel is a museum. I don't mean the condition of the hotel, but the fact that this is a former old train station is Edinburgh. The exterior of the hotel is beautiful and feels evening when she illuminate almost even better than during the day. But it is also worth the whole once inside really expanded somewhat to look at. Many old elements and they make you feel like you are in a more pre large Scottish Castle around hike staying in a hotel. alone in the lobby of the hotel showcases, in which you can see the stars of the world to visit. ... Read more
in March 10,
Nico, Age 31-35, Friends
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Definitely take a room on the executive floor with view of the castle - new spacious rooms with great amenities
Executive room only recommendable, separate living area - two TVs - and great bed/what more could you ask for
Front desk very courteous and helpful - concierge great room spic
There were in November - does rain ... We visit Edinburgh safe a second time and come back to the Hilton
Restaurant Pompadour highly recommended - great set menus for a small price breakfast was the only negative aspect of the hotel - staff overslept and ... Read more
in November 09,
Andreas, Age 31-35, Couple
archived
Exel duck location below the castle. In the immediate vicinity many shopping and entertainment possibilities. Traditional hotel with an appropriate atmosphere. Located on a busy intersection, therefore a bit noisy, but not annoying. For 'English' standards, a very good breakfast. Very friendly, attentive staff with 'Scottish' hospitality. Read more
in September 09,
Klaus-Dieter, Age 46-50, Couple
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Hotel in general
- in March 11
the hotel is amazing and the staff can not do enough for you, they are always there, in an unobtrusive way, and so very friendly.
- in March 11
- in February 11
The best part was feelig secure when you were tired from a long day of walking there was always the thought that the hotel was going to be beautiful. - in April 10
The exterior of the hotel is beautiful and feels evening when she illuminate almost even better than during the day.
- in February 11
- in April 11
While I enjoyed my stay and I got a good rate, I would not have guessed that this was a 5 star hotel. - in August 10
I felt very much at ease & enjoyed my stay with you. - in April 10
We enjoyed our stay at Caledonian.
- in April 11
- in April 11
Afternoon soup, sandwiches,coffee and biscuit excellent value at £7. - in February 10
fantastic location and excellent value, I had achieved the best deal when compared to all other delegates who had stayed at other city hotels .
- in April 11
- in April 10
Set dinner menu - excellent value for money.
- in April 10
- in October 10
Good facilities. - in June 10
The staff was very friendly and the facilities are very good. - in June 10
Our stay was great, the concierges are very helpful, the breakfast is excellent, location is perfect, and the pool/spa facilities very good. - in February 10
Great location, amazing view of the castle, good facilities (bar, restaurant, pool etc), enjoyed the use of complimentary robes and slippers, nice room and bathroom, quiet despite being near main streets .
- in October 10
- in April 10
A beautiful lobby, wonderful staff, and grand staircase greet you next. - in August 11
From the old clock that had been in the original railway station, to the grand staircase, no detail had been overlooked.
- in April 10
- in May 10
A very nice hotel and I always enjoy staying there. - in February 10
Everything was nice. - in March 11
Really nice hotel, friendly staff, clean room. - in February 11
This hotel is very nice. - in October 10
Very nice hotel and great location
- in May 10
- in March 11
Charge for internet access was excessive.
- in March 11
- in April 10
The atmosphere was a bit hectic, what didn't bother us.
- in April 10
Room
- in April 11
Room was very clean and view was great, straight to Edinburgh Castle. - in March 11
Really nice hotel, friendly staff, clean room. - in January 11
lovely clean room, helpful staff and convenient for Edinburgh city centre.
- in April 11
- in March 11
Elegant hotel, wonderful breakfast, good gym facilities, comfortable room. - in November 10
The location was fantastic, the room were comfortable and the bathroom was spotless! - in November 10
The room was comfortable and the hotel itself had lots of interesting features. - in April 10
Comfortable room.
- in March 11
- in March 11
Excellent room with very good view. - in February 10
The room was excellent .
- in March 11
- in April 11
Room was very clean and view was great, straight to Edinburgh Castle. - in July 10
Had a great view of the castle. - in April 10
The location is very good: It is in the middle of the city center, with a bit of luck from the room and a great view of Edinburgh on the Castle (approx.
- in April 11
- in November 10
We also had an upgrade to a larger room which was lovely. - in May 10
The room was lovely and the breakfast was brilliant. - in May 10
The staff were friendly and helpful and our room was lovely - majestic and well maintained with a very comfy bed.
- in November 10
- in October 10
Room was nice. - in July 10
Our room was very nice. - in April 10
In our period in March, the about 35 euro per room, which I fair price steep for a nice room with nice view.
- in October 10
- in July 10
The room was adequate, I expected a larger room and more comfort for the price, breakfast was very good.
- in July 10
- in February 11
The room we stayed in was basic for the price. - in February 10
Breakfast was overcooked and inedible - not what was expected - room was basic and all we could smell was smoke so someone was smoking in a room near by - was very disappointedand would not stay there again or recommend it to friends or family.
- in February 11
- in March 11
housekeeper lovely especially when I said room was cold. - in November 10
Breakfast, we were put in a cold room, toast took an age to produce , one poor machine and when we left the queue was 25 yards long to get in for breakfast
- in March 11
- in April 11
This made the room pretty dark at all times of the day. - in March 11
As a result, our room was very dark, despite the sun shining.
- in April 11
Service
- in November 10
friendly and accomodating staff,loved extra large beds, rooms well equiped - in October 10
Rooms are without fault and staff are most accomodating.
- in November 10
- in March 11
The staff were fantastic, service was excellent. - in March 10
Beuatiful room, excellent service and very good facilities .
- in March 11
- in May 11
Breakfast staff were excellent. - in April 11
the staff were excellent throughout the 2 night stay, excellent location, excellent facilities, excellent breakfast and great value in the price. - in February 11
The staff were excellent, the facade of the hotel impressive. - in February 11
Staff were excellent. - in February 11
Breakfast room really lovely and bar caley and staff excellent. - in August 10
The staff were excellent in particular the conceirge team. - in April 10
A first class hotel, with excellent staff.
- in May 11
- in March 11
Fantastic staff. - in March 11
The staff were fantastic, service was excellent. - in March 10
Also had breakfast there and the staff were fantastic.
- in March 11
- in March 11
The location is great, and the staff really friendly and helpful. - in March 11
Good location,very friendly and helpful staff. - in March 11
it's prime location within Edinburugh city centre,the friendly and helpful staff and the luxury and comfort of the hotel - in January 11
The staff were very friendly and helpful. - in December 10
Staff friendly and helpful. - in November 10
The staff were very friendly and helpful and tried to deal with any queries we had. - in May 10
The staff were friendly and helpful and our room was lovely - majestic and well maintained with a very comfy bed. - in March 11
The location is great, and the staff really friendly and helpful. - in March 11
Good location,very friendly and helpful staff. - in March 11
it's prime location within Edinburugh city centre,the friendly and helpful staff and the luxury and comfort of the hotel - in January 11
The staff were very friendly and helpful. - in December 10
Staff friendly and helpful. - in November 10
The staff were very friendly and helpful and tried to deal with any queries we had. - in May 10
The staff were friendly and helpful and our room was lovely - majestic and well maintained with a very comfy bed.
- in March 11
- in July 10
good location staff very helpful. - in February 10
Relaxing atmosphere, friendly, helpful staff and very well situated. - in April 11
Staff really helpful, concierge took care of our luggage both before check in and after check out. - in February 11
Staff was very helpful,even when our room was not ready at 4 o'clock we got some complimentary drink,SPA center was good and location is absoluetly fantastic,everything at your doorstep. - in January 11
lovely clean room, helpful staff and convenient for Edinburgh city centre. - in December 10
The location and comfort of the hotel were very good and the staff were very helpful
- in July 10
- in March 10
Concierge were also very helpful. - in March 10
The concierge was very helpful in finding us a place to eat after arriving so late in the evening.
- in March 10
- in February 11
The food from the bar was tasty but cold and the service was very slow.
- in February 11
- in November 10
The staff talk without looking at your face with an unfriendly manner .
- in November 10
Location
- in March 11
The location is brilliant for a city stay with views of the castle and transport links outside the door. - in October 10
A brilliant location to explore the beautiful surroundings of Edinburgh.
- in March 11
- in July 11
Had a great weekend hotel very central. - in February 11
The staff were very nice and the hotel was very central.
- in July 11
- in March 10
Enjoyed the fantastic breakfast, luxurious rooms and central location. - in March 11
A great location in the heart of the West End. - in December 10
The central location and the hotel facilities were exalent.
- in March 10
- in April 10
Competant, pleasant staff, comfortable public areas and bar, excellent dining and convenient car parking.
- in April 10
- in November 10
Location was excellent, staff were very friendly and efficient. - in March 10
Location was excellent for a shopaholic like myself. - in March 10
The location was excellent, great for tourist attractions plus shopping . - in July 11
It's location was excellent. - in April 11
Excellent location, very central, Should have got instructions of how to get to the hotel as the one way systems rather confusing However,excellent parking on site (parked for us). - in April 11
the staff were excellent throughout the 2 night stay, excellent location, excellent facilities, excellent breakfast and great value in the price. - in December 10
The location was excellent and really good atmosphere in the hotel.
- in November 10
- in June 11
Good location and history. - in April 11
The location was good, but the hotel needs some TLC. - in November 10
The location was good. - in May 10
Good location. - in April 10
Good location and beautiful building. - in April 10
The breakfast was fantastic and the location was good for sightseeing and shopping. - in April 10
The location is very good: It is in the middle of the city center, with a bit of luck from the room and a great view of Edinburgh on the Castle (approx.
- in June 11
- in June 11
Great location with wonderful view of the castle. - in May 11
The location was great, but the lack of cleanliness in the bathroom (there were so many hairs that it seemed Wolverine had stayed there before us), the dinginess of our three star hallway (literally in a separate section from the grad, beautiful hallways adjoining nicer rooms), and the low quality bed made the experience far less than 5 star. - in April 11
Its not only in a great location for getting around the city but the hotel's perfect for relaxing in luxury with in the hotels many areas. - in April 11
The location was great- we were able to walk to the main highlights of Edinburgh very easily from the hotel. - in March 11
The location is great, and the staff really friendly and helpful. - in March 11
A great location in the heart of the West End. - in February 11
The location is great along with the view. - in February 11
Great staff and great location. - in November 10
Elegant, luxury, great location, spa and superb service. - in October 10
Very nice hotel and great location
- in June 11
- in April 11
The location was perfect (also if you come from the airport, you have the bus stop in front of the hotel. - in January 11
Location perfect. - in August 10
The location was perfect being close to tourist locations, shops and bars/restaurants. - in June 10
Our stay was great, the concierges are very helpful, the breakfast is excellent, location is perfect, and the pool/spa facilities very good.
- in April 11
- in March 10
swimming pool changing rooms and surrounding area were a little tired and dated, but nonetheless very clean.
- in March 10
- in May 10
Sign of the parking lot was too small to find.
- in May 10
Gastronomy
- in February 11
Staff was very helpful,even when our room was not ready at 4 o'clock we got some complimentary drink,SPA center was good and location is absoluetly fantastic,everything at your doorstep.
- in February 11
- in February 10
calm atmosphere, close situation to shops and city sights, spacious and comfortable room, excellent breakfast . - in February 10
Friendly staff,excellent breakfast facilities . - in May 11
Excellent breakfast. - in April 11
the staff were excellent throughout the 2 night stay, excellent location, excellent facilities, excellent breakfast and great value in the price. - in March 11
Excellent breakfast on offer. - in February 11
The welcome was professional; the room was comfortable & quiet; breakfast was excellent. - in June 10
Only stayed one night but location and breakfast was excellent - in June 10
Our stay was great, the concierges are very helpful, the breakfast is excellent, location is perfect, and the pool/spa facilities very good. - in May 10
Excellent breakfast. - in April 10
The breakfast was excellent and the bathroom modern.
- in February 10
- in April 10
The breakfast was fantastic and the location was good for sightseeing and shopping. - in March 10
Enjoyed the fantastic breakfast, luxurious rooms and central location. - in March 10
Breakfast was fantastic!
- in April 10
- in June 11
Other Hilton hotels have always served a good breakfast. - in April 11
Location of the hotel was excellent, breakfast was very good with local specialities, (es. - in April 11
Good breakfast on offer from the buffet ( and till fairly late in the morning. - in March 11
The breakfast was also good. - in February 11
The rooms are small, but very clean and quiet, The breakfast is very good. - in December 10
Good breakfast and friendly staff - in July 10
The room was adequate, I expected a larger room and more comfort for the price, breakfast was very good.
- in June 11
- in February 10
Excellent location, attentive staff, comfortable rooms and very good breakfast service.
- in February 10
- in April 11
Breakfast was wonderful- including an omelette station! - in March 11
Elegant hotel, wonderful breakfast, good gym facilities, comfortable room. - in April 10
The free breakfast we got was WONDERFUL (buffet with eggs, bacon sausage, veggies, a never ending list of pastries, breads, muffins, juices, fruits, chocolate drinks, etc.
- in April 11
- adequate Breakfast
- in December 10
Price of a glass of wine in the bar - at £7 for 175ml and £9 for 250 ml of ordinary wine was excessive .
- in December 10
- in June 11
nice room but drinks etc very expensive. - in October 10
Food in restaurants is a little poor at night although breakfast was beautiful and drinks are quite expensive, but the surroundings make up for this.
- in June 11
Sport & Entertainment
- in March 11
Elegant hotel, wonderful breakfast, good gym facilities, comfortable room.
- in March 11
- great leisure facilities
- in December 10
Pool small but nice. - in December 10
Pool small but nice.
- in December 10
- superb public areas
- in February 11
The public areas are well appointed and the hotel has a lot of character being in a historic and iconic building.
- in February 11
- in December 10
Staff said the pool was cold and they were waiting on the engineer but we thought it was fine.
- in December 10
- in April 10
the pool was very small and there was no rooms for swimming
- in April 10
