The Scotsman Hotel vs Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian
Both properties are praised by writers. Overall, The Scotsman Hotel is preferred by most writers compared to Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian. The Scotsman Hotel ranks #4 in Edinburgh with accolades from 13 reviews such as Lonely Planet, Time Out and Jetsetter.
The Scotsman Hotel
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20 North Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1YT, Scotland
From $158 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Michelin Guide
"Characterful Victorian hotel... Lovely period guest areas."
Concierge
"This grandiose 19th-century pile has a distinctive feel to it... the Cowshed Spa has five treatment rooms as well as a relaxation room."
Fodor's
"A magnificent turn-of-the-20th-century building, with a marble staircase and a fascinating history... now houses this modern, luxurious hotel."
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For peace and quiet, ask for an upper-story room with a view.
Lonely Planet
"The former offices of the Scotsman newspaper – opened in 1904 and hailed as ‘the most magnificent newspaper building in the world’ – are now home to this luxury hotel. Rooms on the..."
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Upscale
"The Scotsman is an upscale historic boutique located right off the Royal Mile, in the heart of the Old Town."
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Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian
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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."
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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."
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Frommer's
"This place gets the silver medal rather than the gold. Silver is not something to be sniffed at."
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Condé Nast Traveler
82.1
"The Waldorf-Astoria's adoption has been good for the beloved Caley, Edinburgh's most famous railway hotel."
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Time Out
"A grand dame, lately rendered even grander."
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