Thursday, February 26, 2015

Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh | The Caledonian | Part 1

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There is never a chance for me to experience Dry January due to Ben celebrating his birthday in that month (or that's my excuse anyway). And it was over a few glasses of wine of Boxing Day when he announced to us that he wanted to go to Edinburgh this year. Slightly intoxicated we all agreed and mere days later flights and accommodation were booked.

Our hotel of choice was the Waldorf Astoria, also known as The Caledonian or Caley locally - it got very confusing knowing which to ask for in taxis. With views of Edinburgh Castle and located on Princes Street it certainly appeared to be the perfect location for our stay. 



On arriving we entered the gorgeous lobby which was dominated by the amazing chandelier above. Tartan trousered men opened doors and we were soon whisking our way up to our rooms which had the most amazing view of Edinburgh Castle - yes this will do nicely.





Ben and I had a fabulous twin room which was elegantly furnished and large enough for our needs and made the perfect location for our group breakfast on Saturday morning to celebrate Ben's birthday (more on that coming soon) and later on that afternoon when we choose to take shelter from the snow and watch a movie.

There's nothing I like more than a hotel bathroom especially one with it's own bathrobe and slippers.






Beautiful staircase dominated this wonderful hotel and there were an array of bars and restaurants so if you chose you would never need to leave the hotel. We took a walk down to the Guerlain Spa which was looked amazing but unfortunately they were fully booked and we'd also forgotten swimming costumes to enjoy the pool. Maybe next time.

Our stay at The Caley was wonderful aside from our keycard continually refusing to work. Poor Ben spent more time going up and down the lift of an evening trying to rectify it than he did in the room I think. I'd highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a little luxury and perfection base for any trip to Edinburgh.

Do pop back later this week when I'll be sharing with you the bars at the wonderful Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh. (Part 2 can be found here)


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18 comments:

  1. I want that light for my lounge. Only a bit small, obviously ...

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  2. What a gorgeous view of the castle!
    Lots of love,
    Angie

    SilverSpoon London

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  3. looks so lovely! I love the Feragamo toiletries too. What fun Grace

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  5. Oooh that looks like my type of hotel!!

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  6. I love the hotel room.

    the-renaissance-of-inner-fashion.blogspot.co.uk

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  7. It looks like a great hotel, hope you had a fab time - I'm sure you did!

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  8. Oh, my! this place looks so beautiful! That view out of the window is stunning, it makes me want to visit Edinburgh again! I haven't been in years, must be about 10 years now! Thank you for the lovely comment you left on my blog, it would be so lovely to meet up for a coffee when I've moved to London! xxx

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    1. It was amazing and a welcome break after the busy Christmas period. xx

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  9. You lucky lady that hotel looks stunning! I'm hoping to go to Edinburgh in June.
    www.dolleduplondon.com

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    1. It was amazing! Can't wait to hear about your trip if you go x

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