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Nira Caledonia features a combination of Georgian heritage combined with 21st-century comfort
The hotel is home to Blackwoods Edinburgh — one of the best local restaurants in the city
Located in the heart of Edinburgh, you’ll be just a short walk from the city centre
Tucked away in Edinburgh’s elegant New Town, Nira Caledonia blends Georgian charm with modern luxury. Set across two heritage townhouses, this boutique hotel offers a unique and intimate stay just moments from the city’s cultural highlights.
The hotel features 26 individually styled rooms and suites, each thoughtfully designed with rich textures, original features and modern touches like flat-screen TVs and iPod docking stations. Some rooms also offer private garden access or in-room jacuzzis, adding an extra level of indulgence.
Guests can dine at Blackwood’s Bar & Grill, which champions local Scottish produce and dry-aged Scottish beef cooked over a Josper grill. Over 25 varieties of Scotch whisky are available to sample at the bar, making it a favourite for connoisseurs and casual drinkers alike.
With its quiet residential setting, Nira Caledonia offers a peaceful retreat while still being within walking distance of Princes Street, Stockbridge Market, and Edinburgh Castle. Its central location makes it ideal for romantic breaks, solo escapes, and cultural city breaks.
There’s no lift due to the hotel’s listed status, but the service is warm and attentive, with staff on hand to assist with luggage and recommendations. Nira Caledonia is a boutique stay with character, comfort, and a real sense of place.
An elegant New Town location close to Stockbridge, within easy reach of Edinburgh’s city centre and cultural landmarks:
Distance from the nearest airport: 8.1 miles (26 minutes by car from Edinburgh Airport).
Distance from the nearest train station: 1.1 miles (6 minutes by car from Edinburgh Waverley Station).
Distance from the city centre: 0.8 miles (5 minutes by car to Princes Street).
Distance from notable tourist attractions: Edinburgh Castle is just over a mile away (9 minutes by car), Princes Street Gardens and the Scottish National Gallery are just under 1 mile away (a roughly 5 minute drive), and the Royal Mile is 1.3 miles away (approximately 10 minutes by car).
A boutique townhouse hotel with a refined restaurant, whisky bar and personalised guest service:
Hotel bars: Blackwood’s Bar – offering a curated menu of over 25 Scotch whiskies.
Hotel restaurants: Blackwood’s Bar & Grill – known for local Scottish produce and dry-aged Scottish beef.
Other notable facilities for guests: In-room jacuzzi baths in select rooms, porter service and a 24-hour front desk, concierge services (including local bookings), complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, cooked-to-order breakfast available daily, and
in-room dining and room service options.
The spacious Jacuzzi Suite is made for pure indulgence. Each of the three individually styled suites offers a romantic retreat where elegant design meets unapologetic comfort.
The highlight is the in-room jacuzzi bath, a lavish centrepiece perfect for long soaks after a day in the city, or a blissful evening in with someone special. Rich fabrics, a king-size bed, and bespoke furnishings complete the experience, with each suite offering its own distinct charm.
All suites include a coffee machine, PMD tea selection, mini-fridge, in-room safe, flat-screen TV, and L’Occitane toiletries.
Suite Stay Club Guarantee: Exclusively vetted, personally approved. This hotel has been handpicked to guarantee an exceptional experience for our members.
Check‑in time: Check‑in is open from 15:00 on your day of arrival.
Check‑out time: Check‑out is by 11:00 on your day of departure.
Distance to airport: The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, approximately 8 miles (13 km) away (about a 25-30 minute drive).
Airport shuttle: No dedicated airport shuttle is available through the hotel.
Parking: No valet parking is available. Public or off‑site parking may be arranged nearby at the guest’s expense.
Time of breakfast: Breakfast is served daily, typically from 07:00 to 10:30 on weekdays and 07:30 to 11:00 on weekends.
Pets: Pets are not permitted at the property.
Room service: Available 24 hours a day, offering dishes directly from the restaurant menu delivered to your room.
Accessibility: Upper floors are accessible by stairs only as there is no lift, due to the building’s historic listed status; staff assistance with luggage is provided.
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