The Balmoral Hotel
1 Princes Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH2 2EQ, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map – Railway access
The Balmoral Hotel
- Pets allowed
- Swimming Pool
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safety deposit box
- Luggage storage
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 9.9 for a two-person trip.
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- Indoor swimming pool
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Spa and wellness centre
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness centre
- 2 restaurants
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Brenda
United Kingdom“Location, the facilities, the cocktail bar and the staff!” 
Naomi United Kingdom“Gorgeous and sumptuous room, with everything of the highest standard. Every afternoon we received a knock at the door with home made cookies and milk for my granddaughter. All the staff (especially reception and room service) were professional,...”
Sue
Jersey“The decor, the choice of bars, restaurants, the staff, the location, basically could not single out one specific highlight.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants2 restaurants on site
- Brasserie Prince
- CuisineBritish • French
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern
- Dietary optionsKosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
- Number One
- CuisineScottish
- Open forDinner
- AmbianceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
Facilities of The Balmoral HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 9.5
- Indoor swimming pool
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Spa and wellness centre
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness centre
- 2 restaurants
- Bar
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Wardrobe or closet
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Desk
- Telephone
- Pay-per-view channels
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- Parking garage
- Daily housekeeping
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- 24-hour front desk
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Room service
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- 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
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
- English
House rulesThe Balmoral Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
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
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.
The fine printNeed-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
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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.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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The Balmoral Hotel has 2 restaurants:
- Brasserie Prince
- Number One
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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
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Check-in at The Balmoral Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.
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Room options at The Balmoral Hotel include:
- Double
- Triple
- Quadruple
- Suite
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The Balmoral Hotel is 650 yards from the centre of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
