NIRA CALEDONIA, Edinburgh – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Georgian Townhouse Accommodations
Nira Caledonia occupies two 3-story Georgian townhouses at 6 and 10 Gloucester Place, featuring 26 individually styled rooms. Accommodations include Jacuzzi Suites with separate whirlpool tubs, Junior Suites with king beds, Townhouse Grand rooms with sofa beds, and compact Wee Double/Single rooms. All rooms include L'Occitane toiletries, flat-screen TVs, coffee machines with PMD Tea, free Wi-Fi, and USB charging ports. Some rooms offer garden access or views of Edinburgh's New Town through original Georgian windows.
Blackwoods Bar & Grill
The hotel's restaurant, Blackwoods Bar & Grill, serves Scottish cuisine with Italian influences using locally sourced ingredients. Breakfast features organic rare-breed bacon dry-cured for 8 days and handmade sausages. The restaurant holds Taste Our Best accreditation for minimizing food miles. Chef Mariusz Niedzwiadek creates seasonal menus highlighting Scottish produce. Private dining menus available for special occasions.
City Exploration Base
Located in Edinburgh's UNESCO World Heritage New Town, the hotel is a 10-minute walk from Princes Street. Surrounding Stockbridge area features weekly farmers markets, boutique shops, wine bars, and the Water of Leith river walk. The hotel provides custom walking itineraries for exploring New Town's classical architecture and Stockbridge's village atmosphere.
Concierge & Guest Services
Staff assist with airport transfers (Edinburgh Airport: £45-£75), train station transfers, and golf package arrangements through Ultimate Golf Service. Porters help with luggage as the historic buildings lack elevators. The hotel app provides local updates and concierge communication. Meeting space and exclusive hotel hire available for events.
Historical Building Features
The 19th-century building, former home of essayist Christopher North, retains original Georgian features without modern additions like air conditioning or elevators due to preservation requirements. Rooms maintain historical character while offering modern amenities. Metered parking available outside (£6/hour weekdays, free weekends). CCTV security throughout property.
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Getting around
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
