The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton

The luxury hotel lies in the heart of the city, at the west end of Princes Street. Just a stone’s throw away there are various bars, restaurants, shops as well as historical sights are all waiting to be discovered. Excellent transport links can be found right outside the hotel. It is just a 10-minute walk to Waverly Station and the airport can be conveniently reached in around 20 minutes on public transport. Murrayfield stadium and the Edinburgh International Conference Centre are both around a 10-minute walk away.

The hotel was built in 1903. The hotel has 251 rooms, including 21 suites, 10 single rooms and 219 double rooms, which are located on 7 storeys and are reachable by lift. Multilingual staff (English, German, French) at the reception are happy to assist guests at the reception desk round the clock. Check-in and check-out are available 24 hours a day. Amenities available at the hotel include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and currency exchange service. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. There are also a number of shops that make for great strolling and browsing. Children can enjoy the playground. Additional facilities include a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. Active guests who wish to explore the surrounding area by bike will appreciate the bicycle hire service. Bicycle storage is also available. Daily newspapers are available for purchase. A business centre with fax machine and projector is available.

Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed, a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator and a tea/coffee station. Other amenities available include an ironing set and a trouser press. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi (no extra charge) provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Slippers are included. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. A hairdryer, bathrobes and a telephone are provided. As an extra convenience, bathrooms provide cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

The pool complex ensures comfortable swimming with its indoor and outdoor pools and pleasantly heated water. Children can enjoy a special swimming area just for them. Sun loungers and parasols on the sun terrace create a perfect space for guests to relax and unwind. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. For guests who wish to keep active, cycling/mountain biking, golf and horse riding are available. A wide range of sports are available, including water sports such as windsurfing, jet skiing and sailing or, for a fee, water skiing. Sports enthusiasts are also offered a wide range of indoor activities, including a gym, billiards, bowling, squash, callisthenics and aerobics. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam, a beauty salon, massage treatments, hydrotherapy treatments and a solarium. Activity coordinators organise an entertainment programme for adults and children.

Dining facilities include a breakfast room, a café and a bar. The non-smoking restaurant provides high chairs for children. Catering options include bed and breakfast and half board. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch and dinner, guests can choose between a buffet, à la carte and a set menu. Diet meals, vegetarian dishes and children's meals can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options.