The Caledonian, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel - 'The Caley' as it's known by locals - is an Edinburgh institution. Once a grand Victorian railway hotel, it opened in 1903, above the now closed Princes Street railway station. Generations of visitors from near and far have enjoyed had unforgettable moments in the hotel for everything from such as choosing discovering a favorite whisky in the Caley Bar, to being married in lavish style. Champagne Afternoon Tea has become a local tradition, served daily in stunning surroundings. Admire the hotel's original entrance from Princes Street, against the backdrop of the world famous Edinburgh Castle. With its central locale and proximity to boutique shopping on George Street, the best of Scotland's golf courses, the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) as well as onward local and international transport links, this Edinburgh city centre hotel makes an elegant setting for visitors, business travelers and events alike. The classically styled rooms with understated quality make your stay comfortable. Whilst the chic, oak paneled boardroom can eloquently host briefings and the stunning Castle Suite boast the most elegant interior of any bal ***Due to a refurbishment programme the hotel will not be able to offer guests car parking facilities.
The hotels on-going refurbishment programme is due to be completed in the summer of 2012, after which the hotel will become part of Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts.
