Nira Caledonia
Hotel Highlights
- Boutique hotel set in two Georgian townhouses, once home to 19th-century essayist Christopher North
- Intuitive service designed to make guests feel at home
- Bar and restaurant capture local flavours, with traditional Scottish cuisine and malt whisky
Nira Caledonia - Luxury Hotel in Edinburgh
Elegant Georgian accommodation in the centre of Edinburgh
Comprising two magnificent Georgian townhouses in the heart of Scotland’s capital city, Nira Caledonia is a quirky blend of architectural grandeur and modern interior design. Far from shadowy or grand, expect an easy going, yet smart and comfortable feel where an emphasis is on providing the bounty of Scotland with locally sourced produce in Blackwood's bar and grill. There's also a superb selection of single malt whiskey in the bar and indulgently comfortable accommodation.
The rooms and suites at Nira Caledonia are bright and airy, some with floor-to-ceiling sash windows that flood the rooms with light. Each one is beautifully decorated in sophisticated shades of brown and cream with rich, eclectic furnishings and splashes of colour in scatter cushions. The overriding factor here though, is the warm and friendly service specifically designed to make guests feel at home and totally pampered.
Nira Caledonia is superbly placed, just a ten-minute walk from Princes Street. Take a walk around New Town to appreciate the wealth of Georgian architecture with its cobbled streets, impressive pillars and sandstone block facades. Then, head towards the old part of the city to see the castle, the cathedral, galleries and the boutiques along the Royal Mile.
- 28 rooms
- 1 restaurant
- 3 floors
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The rooms
Single Room
Sleeps: 1 People.
Room features a double Bed, large LED TV, telephone, L'Occitane toiletries, bathrobe, slippers, Nespresso machine, PMD teas and complimentary WiFi. Room size: 12 square metres.
Petite Double Room
Sleeps: 2 People.
Room features a double Bed, flat screen TV, bedside USB charging points, DAB radio, L'Occitaine toiletries, bathrobes and slippers, minibar, Nespresso coffee machines, PMD tea and complimentary WiFi.
Some rooms have uninterrupted views over our perfectly maintained gardens, and others to the sandstone facades of Edinburgh’s world famous New Town. All our rooms are uniquely styled and decorated. Size: 14 sqm.
Petite Double Plus
Sleeps: 2 People.
Room features a double bed, flat screen TV, bedside USB charging points, DAB radio, L'Occitaine toiletries, bathrobes and slippers, minibar, Nespresso coffee machines, PMD teas and complimentary WiFi.
Classic design is combined with inner-city vibrance in our cosy and elegant Petite Double Plus bedrooms. Size: 14 sqm.
Executive Room
Sleeps: 3 People.
Our Executive Rooms feature an in-room seating area for guests to relax, a work desk and eclectic décor. At 25 sqm in size, with five-foot beds covered in crisp linens and soothing colours.
Room features a Double or Twin Bed, seating area, large LED TV, telephone, bedside USB charging points, DAB radio, L'Occitane luxury toiletries, bathrobe, slippers, minibar, Nespresso machine, PMD teas and complimentary WiFi.
Executive Double Plus
Sleeps: 3 People.
Timeless elegance combines with modern amenities, plenty of space, and deluxe bathroom products to create a relaxing retreat in the beautiful city of Edinburgh. Uniquely styled and decorated.
Room features a Double or Twin Bed, seating area, large LED TV, telephone, bedside USB charging points, DAB radio, L'Occitane toiletries, bathrobe, slippers, minibar, Nespresso machine, PMD teas and complimentary WiFi. Room size: 25 sqm.
Suite Plus
Sleeps: 3 People.
Our Suites are large and eclectic, many with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the cobbled street of Gloucester Place, king size beds, and a large floor space with enough room for an extra bed.
We have ensured that all of our Suites feel like a home away from home; bright, spacious, and furnished with the finest décor. All our room are uniquely styled and decorated. Room features a King Bed, large LED TV, telephone, bedside USB charging points, DAB radio, L'Occitane luxury toiletries, bathrobe, slippers, minibar, Nespresso machine, PMD teas and complimentary WiFi. Room size: approximately 40 square metres.
Jacuzzi Suite
Sleeps: 3 People.
Jacuzzi Suites feature a large Jacuzzi bathtub in the spacious bathroom and views over New Town or our gardens. Sumptuous furnishings, floor-to-ceiling windows and elegant Georgian-inspired décor.
All our rooms are uniquely styled and decorated. Room features a King Bed, seating area, Jacuzzi bath, flat screen TV, telephone, bedside USB charging points, DAB radio, L'Occitaine deluxe toiletries, bathrobes and slippers, minibar, Nespresso coffee machines, deluxe PMD teas and complimentary WiFi. Room size: approximately 40 square metres.
Location
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Hotel Address
Nira Caledonia 6 to 10 Gloucester Place Edinburgh EH3 6EF United Kingdom paint.draw.stable
Key Features
Lounges/bars
Golf
Wireless internet connection
Pool
24-hour room service
Check in
1500
Check out
1100
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour room service
- Accessible facilities
- Audio visual equipment
- Bell staff/porter
- Cellular phone rental
- Child programs
- Children programs
- Children welcome
- Complimentary coffee in lobby
- Continental breakfast
- Doctor on call
- Dry cleaning
- DVD/video rental
- Early check-in
- English breakfast
- Family plan
- Free local calls
- Free toll free calls
- Full English breakfast-flat fee per person per night
- Full service housekeeping
- Game room
- Half board/modified American plan
- Hotel does not provide pornographic films tv
- Housekeeping - daily
- Jogging track
- Laundry/Valet service
- Lounges/bars
- Meeting rooms
- Newspaper
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Security
- Shoe shine stand
- Smoke-free property
- Sports trainer
- Turndown service
- Wakeup service
- Wireless internet connection
- Adaptor available for telephone PC use
- Alarm clock
- AM/FM radio
- Bathrobe
- Bathroom amenities
- Bathtub
- Bathtub/shower combination
- Bathtub/Shower combination
- Cable television
- CD player
- Coffee/Tea maker
- Color television
- Desk
- Direct dial phone number
- Double beds
- DVD player
- Hairdryer
- High Definition (HD) Flat Panel Televisi
- High speed internet connection
- High speed wireless
- Internet access
- iPod docking station
- Jacuzzi
- King bed
- Lighted makeup mirror
- Maid service
- Minibar
- Non-smoking
- Private bathroom
- Remote control television
- Safe
- Slippers
- Smoke detectors
- Stereo
- Telephone
- Wake-up calls
- Wireless internet connection
- Badminton court
- Billiards
- Bowling alley
- Childrens program
- Gambling
- Golf
- Hiking trail
- Indoor pool
- Jogging trail
- Mountain biking trail
- Museum gallery viewing
- Nature preserve trail
- Pool
- Sightseeing tours
- Squash court
- Tennis court
- Volleyball
- Weightlifting
Awards
This hotel has been awarded:
City Hotel of the Year, 2015 - Scottish Hotel Awards
Blackwoods Bar and Grill
Cuisine type: Local Cuisine
Meals served: Breakfast, Dinner
At Blackwoods Bar and Grill the cuisine is natural- fresh and often organic- with ingredients farmed- caught- raised or bred in Scotland- The menu style reflects Scottish and international specialities- True to our name- we use charcoal to grill our meat- fish- poultry and game- Our Josper Chargrill oven cooks at high temperatures to retain foods natural moisture and flavour- With over 25 Scotch whiskey blends and single malts- the restaurant also focuses on local flavours-
Reviews
These reviews are the real opinions of INVITED members and we have verified their stay at the hotel.
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Overview
Read ReviewsWhat I liked most :
- Breakfast (35)
- Location (31)
- General service (25)
- Guestroom and bathroom (24)
- Welcome and departure (22)
- Restaurant and dining (19)
- Internet and wifi (15)
- Local knowledge and experiences (13)
- Room service (4)
What I might improve :
- Guestroom and bathroom (12)
- Internet and wifi (10)
- Leisure facilities (5)
- Breakfast (3)
- Location (3)
- Welcome and departure (3)
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Very comfortable and impressive rooms
Stay date: June 2015
My Trip Type: Business
I have stayed in many hotels in Edinburgh over the years but this is definitely the best. The hotel (3 converted townhouses) has an intimate feel to it. The staff were friendly without being intrusive and were well informed on what to do and see (despite none having a local accent!).
Top tip for other guests:
Best to get a taxi to the door; walking from Princes St with cases over cobblestones was a challenge.
What I liked most
- Welcome and departure
- Guestroom and bathroom
- Breakfast
What I might improve
- Location
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Great Location
Stay date: September 2016
My Trip Type: Couple
Hotel in quiet surrounding. Nice rooms. Excellent service. We will come again.
Top tip for other guests:
Restaurant "Fisher's" for seafood
What I liked most
- Room service
- General service
- Breakfast
- Welcome and departure
- Location
- Internet and wifi
- Guestroom and bathroom
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Historic House - Wonderful Stay
Stay date: December 2015
My Trip Type: Friends
A great place to enjoy the New Town - its a five minute walk to the main streets but that helps you experience the real grandure of Edinburgh. Really nice rooms and a great restaurant - what more could you ask for !
Top tip for other guests:
Just be aware the hotel does not have a lift - at least in the part we were staying in.
Hotelier reply:
Dear Mr Dikstra, Thank you for your wonderful comments, great to read that you enjoyed your time staying at our hotel and exploring the city of Edinburgh. We would love to welcome you back again! Best regards, Chris and the Nira Caledonia Team
What I liked most
- Restaurant and dining
- General service
- Guestroom and bathroom
- Location
- Breakfast
What I might improve
- Welcome and departure
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Perfect location for city break
Stay date: May 2015
My Trip Type: Couple
Great location for visiting the city either for leisure of business. Friendly staff and well appointed rooms. Perhaps a little cold!
Top tip for other guests:
Great breakfast!
What I liked most
- General service
- Breakfast
- Location
- Guestroom and bathroom
What I might improve
- Internet and wifi
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Absolutely Brilliant!
Stay date: January 2016
My Trip Type: Couple
When we arrived at the hotel we were greated by a very friendly receptionist and because we booked through the SLH website we were upgraded to a suite room which was absolutely beautiful. The hotel manager also came and introduced himself which was a nice touch. The huge bed was probably the most comfortable I've ever slept in and the room was very tastefully decorated. On our first night we ate at the restaurant and again the staff members were very efficient and welcoming We had 3 courses (which was all delicious) and were brought a selection of homemade bread before the starter and a haggis dish as an amuse bouche which was fab. The breakfast at the hotel was amazing, we stayed for 3 nights and had something different each morning, every time it was very tasty! The location of the hotel meant that we had a peaceful nights sleep but we were only a short walk from main shopping area of Edinburgh on Princess Street as well as a host of fancy Restaurants and Bars on George Street. Every single member of staff that we encountered at the hotel were friendly, happy to help and made us feel welcome. We will 100% be choosing to stay at the Nira Caledonia on our next trip to Edinburgh.
Top tip for other guests:
The mixed grill from the restaurant is fantastic!
What I liked most
- Welcome and departure
- Restaurant and dining
- General service
- Breakfast
- Location
What I might improve
- Internet and wifi
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Central, quiet stay in wonderful city
Stay date: July 2013
My Trip Type: Single
The hotel located in a quiet but quite close location to all major attractions. The room was very good equipped with well filled minibar, nespresso machine and also wifi did word excellent. I only had breakfast which was served in a lovely room with a wide variety of cold and also cooked breakfast with top quality, really great. My negative remark about the room is simply that I had a single room downstairs in the neighbouring building, though I have asked for a room upstairs. As beeing downstairs the room was relatively dark, the window could only be opened for an inch and the view was directly onto a garbage bin and old mattress! Futhermore ontop of the room is the entrance to this part of the building, so I regularly heard the maindoor closing quite noisy. Frankly speeking I did expect something different for a Club member, especially as reservation was made 4 weeks ahead.
Top tip for other guests:
Try to get no downstairs room and take time to enjoy the breakfast :-)
What I liked most
- Breakfast
- Internet and wifi
What I might improve
- Guestroom and bathroom
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A perfect stay!
Stay date: November 2014
My Trip Type: Couple
We had a perfect stay at the Nira Caledonia. This is one of the hotels where you feel home as soon as you arrive. Wonderful hosts, beautiful rooms and - not to forget - a great breakfast.
Top tip for other guests:
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What I liked most
- Welcome and departure
- Guestroom and bathroom
- Local knowledge and experiences
- General service
- Location
- Breakfast
- Internet and wifi
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Friendly service in a great location"
Stay date: July 2015
My Trip Type: Couple
The petites suites are very "Petite". Also small stairs and no lifts so good for cardiac health. Service and attitude very good. Great location with easy access to everything.
Top tip for other guests:
Don't go "Petite"
What I liked most
- Internet and wifi
- Local knowledge and experiences
- General service
- Breakfast
- Welcome and departure
- Location
What I might improve
- Leisure facilities
- Guestroom and bathroom
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Boutique Hotel
Stay date: August 2015
My Trip Type: Couple
Hotel staff was very warm in greeting us and providing information. We were in a suite with a small garden downstairs but when comparing 'suites' at other hotels it was quite small. However, very functional and clean . The bathroom is incredibly small but with modern features. It's a bit of a walk to the castle and other sites; we got tired after several trips to and from the Edinburgh castle and Calton Hill back and forth. However it is nice to stay in a quiet neighborhood as we enjoyed walking around the local neighborhood as well. I would recommend this hotel to others. Staff was very polite and accommodating. There are lots of stairs as it's a former townhouse. Although they took our luggage to our room we carried it up as we left. Breakfast was very good.
Top tip for other guests:
Don't bring heavy luggage. Don't walk front he train station, take a taxi. Hotel does have a car service from the airport.
Hotelier reply:
Dear Mrs Lyons, Thanks for taking the time to share your review and feedback, the team are delighted to have you recognition. Sincerely, we look forward to welcoming you back in the not too distant future. Best regards, Chris Lynch General Manager
What I liked most
- Welcome and departure
- Breakfast
- General service
What I might improve
- Internet and wifi
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Still excellent
Stay date: July 2015
My Trip Type: Single
I have stayed here several times. On each occasion I have had an excellent room. The experience staying at this hotel is consistently good. It is quiet and in a good location. It is exactly what is sets out to be, a small, luxury hotel.
Top tip for other guests:
Take the short walk to the botanical gardens, they are well worth a visit. For the more energetic, opt for a run along the Leith walk
What I liked most
- Location
- Guestroom and bathroom
- General service
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It was ok
Stay date: December 2012
My Trip Type: Couple
After just returning from Asia, it's always hard to get used to the interiors of British hotels...not to mention the scent diffuser in the room, it was too much I placed it in the hallway (and we're not only ones)... but I must admit it goes well with the interior (which I could not place in the hallway ;))
Top tip for other guests:
Dinner @ Martin Wishart and Number 1 both highly recommended!
What I liked most
- Location
What I might improve
- Breakfast
- Guestroom and bathroom
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A gem of a hotel.
Stay date: January 2017
My Trip Type: Couple
In a very smart suburb of Edinburgh, this hotel will not disappoint, attention to detail made this a special time for me celebrating a special birthday. Grand decor, a spacious room, lovely toiletries, attentive staff and fabulous food in the restaurant. We will definitely return. Thank you.
Top tip for other guests:
You can walk into the city from here in about 15 minutes.
Hotelier reply:
Dear Huw, Thanks ever so much for taking the time to share your feedback and comments with fellow members. We are delighted to read that you had a most enjoyable stay with us at Nira Caledonia. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you back in the not too distant future. With best regards, Chris and the Nira Caledonia Team
What I liked most
- Restaurant and dining
- Guestroom and bathroom
- Room service
- Welcome and departure
- General service
- Breakfast
- Location
What I might improve
- Leisure facilities
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Beautiful hotel
Switzerland
My Trip Type: Couple
The hotel is situated not to far from the new-twon-city center in a very calm resident area. We've booked a suite and were really happy about the size and quality of the room. Stuff was friendly. We would definitely book this hotel again. The only negative feedback is that there is no hotel parking.
Top tip for other guests:
Treat yourself and book a suite
What I liked most
- Internet and wifi
- General service
- Breakfast
- Guestroom and bathroom
- Location
What I might improve
- Welcome and departure
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Nira Caledonia
Stay date: May 2015
My Trip Type: Couple
WE ENJOYED OUR STAY AT THE NIRA CALEDONIA, WE STAYED IN THE PLANTATION SUITE. THE ROOM WAS VERY ATTRACTIVE, COMFORTABLE AND WELL FITTED. ONLY COMPLAINT WAS THE SIZE OF THE BATHROOM, IT WAS SO SMALL THAT A HALF SIZE SINK HAD BEEN FITTED THE SUITE THAT WE STAYED IN HAD A SEPARATE ENTRANCE TO THE HOTEL, THIS WAS NO PROBLEM WHEN WE VISITED AS IT WAS IN MAY BUT NOT SURE IF I WOUD HAVE BEEN SO HAPPY HAVING TO GO OUT IN THE RAIN TO GET TO THE DINING ROOM IN THE WINTER THE HOTEL IS A LISTED BUILDING SO DON'T THINK THAT ANYTHING CAN EVER BE DONE TO CHANGE THIS SERVICE WAS VERY GOOD, EVERYONE VERY PLEASANT, RESTAURANT WAS GOOD
Top tip for other guests:
REMEMBER IT IS A SMALL HOTEL - WE RECENTLY HAD A SUITE AT THE CHESTER GROSVENOR WHICH WAS MASSIVE
What I might improve
- Guestroom and bathroom
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Noble house
Stay date: June 2015
My Trip Type: Couple
Nira Caledonia is the perfect example what a boutique hotel is about. Stunning location impeccable services and welcoming rooms. Absolutely reccommendable.
Top tip for other guests:
Try the jacuzzi suite it is really fantastic!
What I liked most
- General service
- Guestroom and bathroom
- Location
- Breakfast
- Welcome and departure
- Restaurant and dining
What I might improve
- Internet and wifi
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One of Edinburgh's finest small luxury hotels
Stay date: March 2016
My Trip Type: Couple
The hotel itself is stunningly beautiful before you even walk through the door. The building and surrounding streets are classic Edinburgh Old Town and it really adds to the experience. The rooms were wonderfully tailored and equipped and the Manager's written note a personal highlight upon arrival. Above all however the staff at Nira Caledonia make this hotel the most enjoyable and friendly place to stay. From the moment we arrived all staff were nothing but kind, professional, knowledgeable and every interaction with them left us 2 very satisfied customers (my Partner and I). I have stayed in the Balmoral Hotel (with work) in Edinburgh before, however I will always come back to the Nira Caledonia using SLH's fantastic offers in the future.
Top tip for other guests:
Book a suite and make the most of the Staff's knowledge of Edinburgh!
What I liked most
- General service
- Breakfast
- Location
- Local knowledge and experiences
- Welcome and departure
- Guestroom and bathroom
- Room service
- Restaurant and dining
What I might improve
- Internet and wifi
- Leisure facilities
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Home away from home
Stay date: April 2015
My Trip Type: Family
Most helpful accommodating staff. Excellent food and value. A nice walking distance to most attractions yet quiet residential neighborhood.
Top tip for other guests:
Enjoy the dinner at hotel after long day, and have staff arrange travel to airport.
What I liked most
- Restaurant and dining
- Local knowledge and experiences
- Location
- Breakfast
- Welcome and departure
- Guestroom and bathroom
What I might improve
- Internet and wifi
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Peaceful location near attractions
Stay date: December 2012
My Trip Type: Couple
Superb room overlooking cobbled street in peaceful location. Hotel is two town houses split into two with a private residence in between the two halves. This meant we had to leave one half of the hotel where our room was and walk out in the street to the reception and dining area in the other half of the hotel. Staff were friendly and the hotel is approx 15 mins walk from the key tourist attraction area. No lifts in either part of the hotel so if you have heavy bags it could be a struggle to get them to your room if it's not on the ground floor. Room facilities were very good and it was very spacious (suite). Would probably opt to dine out if we stayed stayed in the hotel again since there are plenty of places to eat within a short stroll.
Top tip for other guests:
Opt for suite rooms if possible
What I liked most
- Location
- Internet and wifi
- Guestroom and bathroom
What I might improve
- Restaurant and dining
- Breakfast
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Lovely location and great staff
Stay date: November 2016
My Trip Type: Couple
Beautiful old Georgian building(s) in Newtown, we had a quirky room under the roof and lots of stairs to get there!! Very helpful young staff with great recommendations of where to eat & eat well. Away from most of the crowds but close enough just to walk to main sights. We will be back!!!
Top tip for other guests:
Ask for a lower floor room if you have trouble with stairs.
Hotelier reply:
Dear Mr Watts, Thank you for your kind compliments. The team and I are highly delighted to learn that you had a great time staying at our hotel. We sincerely wish to welcome you back in the not too distant future. Best regards, Chris and the Nira Caledonia team
What I liked most
- Breakfast
- Welcome and departure
- Local knowledge and experiences
- Location
- General service
What I might improve
- Internet and wifi
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Perfect hotel for a visit of Edinburgh
Stay date: February 2013
My Trip Type: Couple
The hotel is perfectly situated outside the busy streets of Edinburgh, it is a nice, small hotel and has great rooms. The service of the staff was very pleasant, the staff always welcomed you with a smile and were very helpful.
Top tip for other guests:
ask for the suites downstairs
What I liked most
- Guestroom and bathroom
- Location
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Lovely room with excellent service
Stay date: February 2017
My Trip Type: Couple
Worth the walk from the centre - garden view suite on upper floor was very quiet and with excellent views. Staff very helpful and we were pleased to receive a complimentary half bottle of champagne. Both evening meal and breakfasts were of a high standard with very good service. As SLH members we were given late check out.
Top tip for other guests:
Suite on high floor with garden view
What I liked most
- Breakfast
- Welcome and departure
- General service
What I might improve
- Guestroom and bathroom
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Nice Stay
Stay date: November 2015
My Trip Type: Single
Great hotel a bit off the beaten track but not an issue if your happy to walk to the sights. Highlight was the restaurant breakfast were great and loved the evening meal. Staff all very helpful and looked after you well. My only negative is the tiny room I was in. Would stay there again but would look for a bigger room.
Top tip for other guests:
Avoid the smaller rooms. They are tiny ok for a night but no longer
What I liked most
- Restaurant and dining
What I might improve
- Guestroom and bathroom
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It is a small luxury hotel!
Stay date: April 2016
My Trip Type: Couple
I have stayed here many times and it exactly what it sets out to be. It is quite small, it has really nice rooms, a good restaurant and is nothing like a large chain hotel.
Top tip for other guests:
It seems really quiet but mid week the restaurant was quite full, probably best to book meal time as soon as possible...we did not have a problem but maybe best to be aware
What I liked most
- Location
- Guestroom and bathroom
- Breakfast
- Internet and wifi
- Restaurant and dining
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A very relaxed and comfortable stay
Stay date: February 2017
My Trip Type: Couple
Very comfortable spacious room on the front of the hotel. Hotel well-positioned to stroll down to the Princes Street area or to explore the Stockbridge. Very good service. We had a minor problem with a blocked wash-hand basin which was fixed whilst we were out despite being at the weekend. Enjoyable evening meal and very good breakfast. Well-stocked bar. When we required a taxi it arrived in no time. Fine New Town building - and a quiet location...even on a Rugby Six Nations Weekend!
Top tip for other guests:
Be aware that in this listed building there is no lift. There are a couple of excellent, traditional Edinburgh pubs close to the hotel. No need to go down to Rose Street!
What I liked most
- Breakfast
- Guestroom and bathroom
- Room service
- Restaurant and dining
- Location
- General service
- Welcome and departure
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Outstanding hotel in the midle of the centre off Edinburgh
Stay date: September 2015
My Trip Type: Couple
The room, area, people of the hotel en breakfast were more than good. The right place to stay in Edinburgh.
Top tip for other guests:
Take the room at the back site. Your own garden.
Hotelier reply:
Dear Mr Van Kerckhoff, Thank you for your kind comments, the team are delighted to read that you enjoyed your stay with us. Most naturally we look forward to welcoming you back again in the near future. Kind regards, Chris Lynch General Manager
What I liked most
- Location
- Restaurant and dining
- Breakfast
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Great service in a nice quiet part of town
Stay date: January 2016
My Trip Type: Couple
We stayed at Nira Caledonia for 2 nights and came back for another a week later after staying elsewhere in Scotland. The welcome and service is excellent there, and the room we stayed in was stunning. It's a small hotel on a really quiet road not far from the New Town. It takes about 20 minutes to walk to Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile. There's some great restaurants and shops nearby in Comely Bank, definitely the closest area to the hotel. Breakfast was included in the rate and definitely worth it. The cooked Scottish breakfast was one of the best we've had, and the poached egg and salmon is perfect. The bar is reasonably priced and comfortable to be in. Only downside was a charge for a newspaper which for the room rate seemed a bit silly. We'd recommend this hotel to anyone we know going to Edinburgh!
Top tip for other guests:
Take advantage of the breakfast and suite rooms
Hotelier reply:
Dear Mr Davis, Great to receive and read your review comments. We are delighted to read that you enjoyed your stay at Nira Caledonia. The team will be best pleased to have your recognition for their service, something they take great pride. Our outstanding artisan Scottish breakfast with over fifty choices is a great way to start your day. Our head chef is very particular about only using high quality suppliers, many of who are located a few minutes’ walk from the hotel. Your endorsement and recommendation to others is very welcomed, I do hope to welcome you back to our hotel in the near future. Best regards, Chris and the Nira Caledonia Team
What I liked most
- Welcome and departure
- Location
- Breakfast
- Local knowledge and experiences
- Guestroom and bathroom
What I might improve
- Leisure facilities
- Internet and wifi
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Very nice, I would go back
Stay date: June 2013
My Trip Type: Couple
Friendly staff, terrific resturant. Room a bit on the small size
Top tip for other guests:
great location
What I liked most
- Restaurant and dining
- General service
- Location
- Internet and wifi
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fantastic
Italia
My Trip Type: Business
perfect
Top tip for other guests:
business
What I liked most
- General service
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Relaxing and Enjoyable Stay
Stay date: August 2014
My Trip Type: Couple
I stayed in a suite which is very comfortable bed and pillows with good linen. The room was clean and well laid out. Service was friendly and helpful. The room was equipped with TV (only visible from the bed, by adjusting some furniture), tea and coffee making facilities, including Nespresso machine and the room I was in had a jacuzzi bath. The toiletries were also good. I enjoyed being a 10 minute walk from the main part of the city as the area the hotel is in is mostly residential and very quiet.
Top tip for other guests:
Take walking shoes - the best way to see Edinburgh is on foot
What I liked most
- Guestroom and bathroom
- Location
- General service
- Internet and wifi
- Welcome and departure
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Relaxing and enjoyable stay
Stay date: July 2016
My Trip Type: Couple
The hotel is in a lovely location on a residential street and within walking distance of the centre of Edinburgh.The staff were very helpful, the breakfast was excellent and the complimentary half-bottle of champagne on arrival was a lovely touch. We had a jacuzzi bath in our room, which was very nice - however the taps for the bath and shower felt rather loose and the shower unit was a little tired.
Top tip for other guests:
We heard the restaurant was very good, although we did not get to try it ourselves
What I liked most
- Breakfast
- Location
What I might improve
- Guestroom and bathroom
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Great hotel in a great location.
Stay date: July 2014
My Trip Type: Single
Had a great time. Friendly staff and great location.
Top tip for other guests:
Use the tram to get to the hotel. Very easy.
What I liked most
- Breakfast
- Location
- Internet and wifi
What I might improve
- Guestroom and bathroom
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Consistently excellent
Stay date: December 2015
My Trip Type: Couple
We have stayed here several times. Excellent room in the town house annex two doors down the road. Restaurant was quiet thet evening but food of usual high standard. This is a comfortable, easy hotel to like. Hard to imagine its possible to do much better for the price.
Top tip for other guests:
The annex is really quiet
What I liked most
- Breakfast
- Guestroom and bathroom
- Restaurant and dining
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Needs more improvement.
Stay date: May 2015
My Trip Type: Couple
We only stayed one night on a 5 week holiday across Europe so my experience is limited to that. Upon arrival you find reception in a tiny room at the front entrance that required two small doors to open. Carrying large amounts of luggage I struggled to get it through the front door. What was disappointing about this was the fact that two staff members were sitting at reception the whole time, saw us walking up the stairs and didn't bother to open the doors for us or offer to help with the luggage from us. After this we proceeded to check in. I emailed ahead to request a possible early check in as we would be arriving around 12pm. As an honoured member of SLH usually these requests are fulfilled whenever possible. I completely understand if the hotel is full then this cannot be granted. However I was told to come back at 3pm at normal check in time as the room wasn't ready. Having the room not available didnt overly disappoint me but would have been nice to change our clothes from the flight. Once we returned from hours and hours of walking around the stunning city of Edinburgh I was exhausted and very much looked forward to a spa bath but unfortunately the spa was broken and not working. Spoke to reception a few times to try fix the issue in the end they couldn't fix it and was told there is nothing they can do. Poor attitude I felt no apology or offer for a room relocation. A SLH hotel I would expect better. We dined at the Blackwood hotel restaurant for dinner, service was great with very friendly staff. Entrees cooked perfectly and were delicious. Mains however we both ordered steaks medium rare but what we got was well done touch chewy steak. For a restaurant that's a 'bar and grill' you would assume they pride them self on cooking meat well. We didn't mention this to any staff, I don't like to cause a scene when it comes to food. Overall lovely doctorated rooms in a beautiful old building. Loved the location and the quietness surrounding. Staff friendly. I don't know if it's just me but the brand SLH doesn't carry the prestige as it once did. A few years ago hotels couldn't do enough for you, I struggle to find that now. I've had better service at a Hilton branded hotel.
Top tip for other guests:
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What I liked most
- Internet and wifi
- Local knowledge and experiences
- Location
What I might improve
- Restaurant and dining
- Breakfast
- Guestroom and bathroom
- Room service
- Welcome and departure
- General service
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Perfect midweek break
Stay date: February 2014
My Trip Type: Couple
Excellent service to match the elegant surroundings. Set in a quiet residential area, just a five minute walk from Stockbridge which boasts a good selection of bars and restaurants if you fancy a change from those on the tourist track.
Top tip for other guests:
Factor in the windchill effect in the winter months and pack accordingly.
What I liked most
- Welcome and departure
- Breakfast
- General service
- Guestroom and bathroom
- Restaurant and dining
- Local knowledge and experiences
- Location
What I might improve
- Internet and wifi
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OK stay
Stay date: May 2013
My Trip Type: Family
A family of two adults and one teen aged child stayed 5 nights at Nira Caledonia end of April beginning of May 2013. In general it was ok stay. It was spacious room (Scott's suite) with all necessary amenities in the basement of the building with its' own small garden. However, there were couple negatives which don't allow highest rating. Location - although quiet, a bit remote from the central streets (10 min). Room cleaning was not super (no toilet paper, had to ask for) and was done by waiters from the restaurant after they served breakfast and lunch i.e. rather late. The door to the garden wasn't airtight as a result the room was cold at night time.
Top tip for other guests:
Select this hotel if you like a lot of walking to the sightseeing
What I liked most
- Guestroom and bathroom
- Restaurant and dining
- Internet and wifi
- Breakfast
What I might improve
- General service
- Location
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Excellent service,nice rooms and well located
Stay date: February 2016
My Trip Type: Couple
We were upgraded to a suite without asking,the staff were very polite and helpful,this hotel is well located for exploring Edinburgh. We had a small issue with the heating and hot water but we were moved promptly to another room problem resolved and two glasses of complimentary champagne were brought to our room by way of an apology.All in all a good three nights stay.
Top tip for other guests:
Please be aware if you travel by car and stay mid week you need to pay for parking approx £18.00 per day
Hotelier reply:
Dear Mr Purser, Thank you for sharing your great comments. The team and I are delighted to read that you had a wonderful stay with us, good to read that your minor issue was attended to and dealt with to your satisfaction. Our location is an excellent choice for both leisure and business travelers alike. We certainly wish to welcome you back in the not too distant future. Best regards, Chris Lynch General Manager
What I liked most
- General service
- Location
- Breakfast
What I might improve
- Internet and wifi
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not what i expected
Stay date: October 2014
My Trip Type: Couple
I go once or twice a year in small luxory hotels ,this hotel have no lounge , no lift, and our room have a french bed ,good breakfast and good restaurant.Best regards Enrico Bernardin
Top tip for other guests:
not the same level of italy french spain
What I liked most
- Breakfast
- Restaurant and dining
- Location
What I might improve
- Guestroom and bathroom
- Room service
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Lovely Hotel
Stay date: December 2015
My Trip Type: Single
This is the second time I have stayed at this hotel and I found it to be of the same standard as the first time. Rooms are spacious, bright and airy with windows that can be opened. Bed very comfy with excellent quality bed linen. This stay I had a room in the basement but it was still spacious but a little dark ( weather not so sunny so that wasn't helping). All the staff are extremely helpful and polite. This stay I only ate breakfast but it was fresh cooked and hot. There is also a nice selection for the continental choice. This hotel is located in a lovely cobbled street in a quite area of the city. Traffic noise is not an issue and as a single female traveller I felt safe walking in the area at night. My only negative comment is, if stairs are a problem there is no lift in this historic building so make sure you request a street level room.
Top tip for other guests:
No Lift - if stairs are a problem ask for street level room
What I liked most
- Guestroom and bathroom
- Restaurant and dining
- Breakfast
- Local knowledge and experiences
- Internet and wifi
- Welcome and departure
- General service
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friendly - a little oasis during festival time
Stay date: August 2015
My Trip Type: Couple
very helpful staff - good breakfast - and we really liked the location. bed comfortable - although our room was a little small - and the en suite a bit too small - but it was festival time and an upgrade wasn't possible.
Top tip for other guests:
none
Hotelier reply:
Dear Mrs Cook, Thank you very much for taking the time to post a review for our hotel. The whole team are happy to read that you enjoyed your stay with us. We certainly look forward to welcoming you back again. Regards, Chris Lynch General Manager
What I liked most
- Welcome and departure
- Local knowledge and experiences
- General service
- Location
- Breakfast
What I might improve
- Guestroom and bathroom
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Great visit
Stay date: December 2015
My Trip Type: Couple
The first room that we were shown to on the ground floor smelled a bit musty, but when we asked if there was another available room, the staff could not have been more accommodating. In particular, Shon was very helpful in getting us set up, and downloaded an app on our phone to assist with parking in Edinburgh. The second room that were given was beautiful and we really enjoyed our stay.
Top tip for other guests:
Great location in a quiet neighborhood but be prepared to pay parking charges every few hours.
Hotelier reply:
Dear Mr Farley, Thank you for sharing your comments, the team will no doubt be best pleased to learn that you have appreciated and recognise their levels of personal service. It’s great to read that you enjoyed your stay with us. I do wish to welcome you back to our hotel in the not too distant future. Best regards, Chris Lynch General Manager
What I liked most
- Welcome and departure
- Local knowledge and experiences
- Breakfast
- Guestroom and bathroom
- Location
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Happy to go again to Nira Caledonia but SLH process?
Stay+date:+April+2017
My Trip Type: Couple
Really nice staff, expecially the ladies in breakfast service and staff in the front desk. They helped us before and during our trip with restaurant bookings, taxi's etc. Breakfast was excellent and the hotel is nicely situated in quiet neighborhood! One thing did not work was that we were told about possible upgrade. We asked that during 2 first days and got our hopes up but after 3rd day nobody got back to us if it possible or not? I think I would have been nice to follow the process through! Also we got from SLH email before our trip rasing our hopes up.
Top tip for other guests:
Edinburgh is lovely city with lots to see and experice! Also very good golf cources near by!
What I liked most
- Leisure facilities
- Location
- Local knowledge and experiences
- Breakfast
- General service
- Welcome and departure
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Great service, exellent breakfast, good location
Stay date: May 2015
My Trip Type: Couple
Great service, exellent breakfast, very nice stuff. The Petite room was a little bit small
Top tip for other guests:
The location is not at the center
What I liked most
- Breakfast
What I might improve
- Leisure facilities
- Location
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Excellent,but!
Stay date: April 2015
My Trip Type: Couple
We had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The staff were friendly and efficient and really did everything to make life easy for us. The food in the restaurant was first class. We only have two complaints about the hotel. The first is that although the room that we had, a garden "suite" in the adjoining house to the main hotel, was beautifully furnished, it had very little usable drawer and hanging space for clothes. Not very practical! The second complaint was, for us, more serious, The wall between our room, 10/11, and our neighbours was so thin that we could hear every sound from them and I suspect it was similar for them. Soundproofing between these rooms needs to be tackled as a matter of urgency if this hotel is to be up to the standard of the others in your group that we have used.
Top tip for other guests:
Don't have one of the "Garden Suites"
What I liked most
- Welcome and departure
- Restaurant and dining
- Internet and wifi
- Breakfast
- Local knowledge and experiences
- General service
What I might improve
- Guestroom and bathroom
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Very comfortable, great service
Stay date: January 2014
My Trip Type: Couple
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Nira Caledonia in Edinburgh. Whilst it was a 10 minute walk to the centre of town it was quite manageable and was a very quiet location. The dining room was beautiful and the food and service of a very high standard. The really impressive part of the service was after we left; I discovered two days later that I had left a bag containing a treasured scarf and some souvenirs in our room. I phoned the hotel and after some checking, they located the items and posted them to my daughter's address in London, allowing her to return them to me later in our trip. They could not have been more helpful.
Top tip for other guests:
Visit the decommissioned Royal Yacht Britannia while in Edinburgh
What I liked most
- Breakfast
- Restaurant and dining
- Guestroom and bathroom
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Business as usual
Stay date: October 2016
My Trip Type: Business
This is an outstanding hotel. Well appointed, great food and exceptional staff. Can't wait to come back!
Top tip for other guests:
Don't worry about not being right in the centre. It is not far and the West End and Stockbridge has some great coffee houses, bars and restaurants.
Hotelier reply:
Dear Mr Waddelow, Thanks for your wonderful comments and feedback. We certainly look forward to welcoming you back in the not too distant future, Best regards, Chris and the Nira Caledonia Team
What I liked most
- Guestroom and bathroom
- Restaurant and dining
- General service
- Welcome and departure
- Breakfast
- Internet and wifi
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