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Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, EdinburghvsWaldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian
Both hotels are highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian is preferred by most professionals compared to Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa. Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian ranks #8 in Edinburgh with approval from 10 reviewers such as Star Service, Frommer's and Condé Nast Traveler.
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh
Michelin Guide
Star Service
Oyster
Time Out
Gayot
The Telegraph
U.S. News & World Report
Frommer's
Independent
1 Festival Square, Edinburgh EH3 9SR, Scotland
From $226/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide "Spacious, modern hotel which has undergone a top-to-toe refurbishment."
Star Service "This hotel lacks the historical ambience of the Caledonian (now part of Waldorf-Astoria) and instead takes a more contemporary stance with more international than local flavor." Full review
OysterLuxury
"While it doesn't look like much from the outside, the Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa is a seriously upscale hotel with some outstanding facilities." Full review
Time Out "Good rooms, good food, brilliant spa." Full review
Gayot "Business travelers take note: The Sheraton's location, directly across from Edinburgh's top-notch conference center (EICC) makes it the best hotel for those on the go."
The Telegraph9.0
"Although predominantly aimed at business travellers, the location, range of rooms and services, luxurious spa and well-regarded restaurant make it the perfect choice for travellers." Full review
U.S. News & World Report10.0
"Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh sits in the shadow of the famous Edinburgh Castle and charms guests with its castle views." Full review
Frommer's "The staff are as slick and professional as you'd expect in the Sheraton's UK flagship." Full review
Independent "The Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa is worth coming to for its outdoor hydropool alone, which boldly strides across the rooftop"
Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian
Travel + Leisure Star Service Frommer's
Condé Nast Traveler Time Out Oyster The Telegraph
Hideaway Report
Jetsetter
Fodor's Show All Reviews
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH1 2AB, Scotland
From $226/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Travel + Leisure "1903 center-city hotel built on top of a 19th-century red-sandstone railway station, a 10-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle." Full review
Star Service "Groups and meetings are the mainstay here, but tourists appreciate the fine location and authentic traditional elements that have been restored with perfection following the massive renovation." Full review
Frommer's "This place gets the silver medal rather than the gold. Silver is not something to be sniffed at." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler82.1
"The Waldorf-Astoria's adoption has been good for the beloved Caley, Edinburgh's most famous railway hotel." Full review
Time Out "A grand dame, lately rendered even grander." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The Caledonian is a 241-room, luxury landmark hotel that reopened in 2012 after a major makeover by the Waldorf Astoria chain." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"An imposing and historic building in the heart of Edinburgh, with a Galvin restaurant and a Guerlain spa." Full review
Hideaway Report94.0
"Sophisticated, beautifully renovated grande dame at the west end of Princes Street near Edinburgh Castle and the shops of George Street." Full review
Jetsetter "Opulent, old-world dame with Edinburgh Castle views and a stellar location on Edinburgh’s landmark thoroughfare." Full review
Fodor's "An imposing block of red sandstone..."The Caley" has imposing Victorian decor and beautifully restored interiors. ... The hotel's elegant guest rooms are sumptuous and understated." Full review
