Located on Princes Street, The Balmoral has a 4 AA Rosette restaurant, a pool and a gym. Waverley Station and Edinburgh's main shopping area are within 5 minutes' walk. First opened in 1902, The Balmoral now offers rooms with a spacious marble bathroom and an interactive TV. Many rooms have views towards Edinburgh Castle and the Old Town. Number One Restaurant provides a fine dining menu, while Brasserie Prince offers an informal dining atmosphere. Palm Court features afternoon tea and the Bar Prince serves innovative cocktails in a relaxed setting, while the SCOTCH offers over 500 varieties of Scottish Whisky. With a sauna and a Turkish steam room, The Balmoral Spa features 5 treatment rooms and an exercise studio. With its own splendid clock tower, The Balmoral offers 5-star accommodation in the heart of Edinburgh. The city’s airport is a 25-minute drive from the building.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Rocco Forte Hotels
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Edinburgh, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.8

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Buffet


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews
Review score
Guest review summary
This is an automated summary based on 182 reviews from the past 12 months.
Guests raved about the Balmoral Hotel's exceptional staff and prime <b>location</b> near key attractions. The <b>breakfast</b> was praised for its variety and quality. <b>Room comfort</b> received mixed reviews, with some finding beds too firm. The bar was a highlight, though some felt the overall <b>value for money</b> could be improved.
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Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Edinburgh
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sandra
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The attention to detail to ensure that guests are taken care of is second to none. The location, cleanliness, customer service and beautiful venue are just fabulous❤️
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Incredible amenities and gorgeous building. Food in the restaurant was stunning and staff couldn’t do enough!
  • Andy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The impeccable service and attention to detail have truly exceeded my expectations, and I could not fault a single thing.
  • Catherine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Ideally situated next to Waverley station and on the Main Street, near a tram stop which ran to the airport. Luxurious feel and lovely comfortable room. Excellent soundproofing from the outside world. Highly attentive staff. Nice swimming pool...
  • Kenneth
    Spain Spain
    Very clean five star hotel with efficient and friendly staff
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    5 star and excellent does not begin to describe the wonderful care and quality of all the facilities. With a special thank you to the chef and staff at no1 who catered for my special needs. Thank you
  • Monica
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful hotel, excellent location, great service from all, small but decent gym
  • Paula
    South Africa South Africa
    Beautiful grand hotel and very central. Stunning vibey and beautiful bar.
  • Lesley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had a Deluxe room which was huge, very comfortable and great bathroom. Location was amazing, especially as im disabled, close to great shops and restaurants. Breakfast was served and buffet, lovely. Children aren't allowed in the bar but...
  • Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff are all wonderful without exception, the bars and restaurants are the best in Edinburgh

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Brasserie Prince
    • Cuisine
      British • French
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
  • Number One
    • Cuisine
      Scottish
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Facilities of The Balmoral Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Activities

  • Walking tours
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Telephone
  • Pay-per-view channels

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs £40 per day.

  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Room service

Safety & security

  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Indoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Wellness

  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hammam
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
The Balmoral Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 01:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free
4 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
£50 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Reservations of 7 nights or more will require full prepayment.

Spa Update

We will be undertaking an improvement project in our spa from 20th September 2024, therefore our treatment rooms will be temporarily relocated. We ask guests to arrive at the spa reception on the lower ground floor 10 minutes prior to the appointment to be escorted to the treatment rooms.

Use of Spa Facilities

Use of our spa facilities is complimentary for hotel residents during their stay. As of the 23rd September 2024 our changing rooms and bathrooms will be closed due to our improvement project, therefore we ask guests to arrive dressed in their bathrobes/slippers to use the facilities.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Balmoral Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about The Balmoral Hotel

  • The prices at The Balmoral Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Balmoral Hotel has 2 restaurants:

    • Brasserie Prince
    • Number One

  • Room options at The Balmoral Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Quadruple
    • Suite

  • Guests staying at The Balmoral Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet

  • The Balmoral Hotel is 650 yards from the centre of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Balmoral Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The Balmoral Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Hammam
    • Foot massage
    • Manicure
    • Steam room
    • Personal trainer
    • Fitness
    • Body wrap
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Beauty Services
    • Hand massage
    • Body treatments
    • Back massage
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Head massage
    • Spa facilities
    • Swimming Pool
    • Walking tours
    • Full body massage
    • Pedicure
    • Neck massage
    • Facial treatments
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Body scrub