The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton is a hotel destination wedding venue in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, hosting 160 at dinner and 250 standing.

The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton

EdinburghScotland, United Kingdom

Set in a historic building in the heart of Edinburgh, The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton hosts legally recognised ceremonies on site, with civil, humanist and religious options all available.

Guests
160 at dinner250 standing
Rooms
235 rooms
Cost
From £170a head
Ceremony
Legal ceremony on site
Getting there
EDI

About the venue

Set in a historic building in the heart of Edinburgh, The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton hosts legally recognised ceremonies on site, with civil, humanist and religious options all available.

The meeting and banquet space seats up to 160 for dining, holds 250 standing and 85 seated for a ceremony, with dance space and an indoor reception area.

With 235 bedrooms, including suites with castle views, there is plenty of room for guests who travel in, plus a pool, an on-site bar and parking.

Wedding packages start from GBP 170 per head and include catering, drinks, reception space, a coordinator and rooms, with a minimum of 80 guests.

  • Legal ceremonies on site, with civil, humanist and religious options
  • Seats 160 for dining, 250 standing, 85 for a seated ceremony
  • 235 rooms on site, from Queen Carriage Rooms to the Caledonian Suite with Castle View sleeping 6
  • From GBP 170 per head, covering catering, drinks, reception space, coordinator and rooms

Short answers

How much does a wedding at The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton cost?
The venue quotes from £170 a head.
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How many guests does The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton hold?
The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton holds 160 at dinner and 250 standing.
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Can guests stay at The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton?
Yes. 235 rooms.
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How do guests get to The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton?
Fly into EDI.
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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
160 guests
Standing reception
250 guests
Ceremony, seated
85 guests
Smallest party taken
80 guests

Staying over

Rooms
235 rooms
Room types
26 listed

House rules

Pets
Yes
Nearest airport
EDI
Parking
Yes
Step-free access
Yes
Phone
0131 222 8888
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Reviews of The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton

“We absolutely loved our stay and were made to feel incredibly welcome from the moment we arrived.”

Christopher MillarRead the whole review on Google

4.5out of 5, from 3,230 Google reviews

Questions about the venue

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Can we get legally married at the venue?
Yes. Legal ceremonies are held on site, and the venue accommodates civil, humanist and religious ceremonies.
How many guests can the venue hold?
The meeting and banquet space seats up to 160 for dining and holds 250 standing, with 85 seated for a ceremony. There is a minimum of 80 guests.
Can we bring in our own caterer or wine?
Yes. External catering is allowed and corkage is permitted, though in-house catering is also available and included in packages.
What does the price include?
Packages start at GBP 170 per head and include catering, drinks, the reception space, a coordinator and rooms.
Which airport should guests fly into, and is parking available?
The nearest airport is Edinburgh (EDI), and parking is available at the venue.

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Sources and booking notes

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  • Seated dinner: 160 guests

    “The hotel currently lists the Castle Suite for up to 160 guests for a banquet and 250 for a reception, depending on layout.”
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  • Standing reception: 250 guests

    “The hotel currently lists the Castle Suite for up to 160 guests for a banquet and 250 for a reception, depending on layout.”
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  • Ceremony, seated: 85 guests

    “The Boardroom has traditional oak panelling and arched windows that overlook the castle and can accommodate up to 85 guests.”
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  • Smallest party taken: 80 guests

    “Minimum number of guests: 80”
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  • Rooms: 235 rooms

    “This Scotland hotel has 235 rooms and suites, with more to come.”
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  • Room types: 26 listed

    “Two Bedroom Suite with View”
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  • Legal ceremony on site: Yes

    “The hotel is a fully licensed venue, allowing you to make your vows in one of their three ceremony rooms.”
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  • Religious ceremonies: Civil, humanist and religious

    “The hotel is fully licensed for civil, humanist or religious ceremonies and can arrange your wedding ceremony in one of our private suites, including the Oak-Panelled Boardroom, Hand-painted neo-classical Versailles Suite, and listed Castle Suite.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Facilities include on-site accommodation, in-house catering, licensed for civil ceremonies and wheelchair accessible.”
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  • Outside caterers allowed: Yes

    “External catering permitted”
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  • Bring your own wine: Yes

    “Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “It also has a roomy gym and pool, a luxurious spa and a lavish whisky bar.”
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  • Price: From £170 per head

    “Price from £170.00”
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  • Included: Catering, drinks, reception space, a coordinator and rooms

    “Menu Tasting for 4 Guests * * Red carpet arrival Traditional Piper The Castle Lounge 1 glass of Prosecco per person for reception 3 canapes per person for reception Sound system for reception * * Master of Ceremonies Grand staircase for photographs * * The Castle Suite Three course set menu Half a bottle of wine per person with dinner Menu cards, place cards and seating plan 1 glass of Prosecco per person for the toast Fishbowl floral centrepieces for guest tables Top table flowers * * Engraved cake knife and antique cake base * * Evening Buffet Bridal Suite with Castle View for night of the wedding Champagne and Strawberries in Bridal Suite Special accommodation rate for guests”
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  • Pets: Yes

    “Pet friendly”
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  • Nearest airport: EDI

    “EDI”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “On-site parking”
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  • Step-free access: Yes

    “Facilities include on-site accommodation, in-house catering, licensed for civil ceremonies and wheelchair accessible.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Their largest function space which can be used to host your reception is the Castle Suite.”
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  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “Dancefloor available”
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  • Swimming pool: Yes

    “It also has a roomy gym and pool, a luxurious spa and a lavish whisky bar.”
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  • Historic building: Yes

    “Opened in 1903 as a grand railway hotel in the heart of the city, The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton maintains its magnificent rose-tinted sandstone façade, intricately sculpted stone arches and unmistakable whiff of Victorian grandeur.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “Enjoy your own dedicated wedding coordinator, who will personally see to every detail of your wedding planning and provide invaluable advice – from the planning stages through to the big day where they will be on hand to help with whatever you need.”
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