Hotel The Balmoral Hotel
1 Princes Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH2 2EQ, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.8/10! (score from 1771 reviews)
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My View was amazing, room service, restaurant, food, all fab
United KingdomThey upgraded our room as it was our anniversary that was so nice of them.they also left us chocolates and rose petals in heart shape on bed
United KingdomThe Balmoral is one of the finest buildings in this beautiful city with faultless decor and friendly and attentive staff. Couldn’t ask for more⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
United KingdomWe loved the location, the staff, the service, the food, the accommodation and the small attention to detail. ( and that our beloved dog was treated so kindly and attentively by the staff).
United KingdomSuper Friendly staff, beautifully decorated room and comfortable bed
United KingdomI had Lunch and it was excellent However the breakfast I thought did not match the overall experience
United KingdomThe hotel was in a great location. It was very clean, spotless in fact and comfortable. The hotel was able to arrange for myself and my mum to have adjoining rooms and an an upgrade to executive rooms which was a huge bonus and made our stay much more enjoyable. the concierge were very helpful and knowledgeable and were able to bring a lot of additional information about the tourist attractions which really helped and made our stay more enjoyable.
United KingdomThis place is unreal. Attention to detail and care for customers is unbelievable. View from our room was incredible as we watched the busy streets below us in the afternoon and were able to watch the city sleep at night.
United KingdomThe bed was very comfortable. Good air conditioning. Lovely breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff. The car parking was very useful. Beautiful flowers in reception.
United KingdomThis was our first visit to the amazing hotel and we have already booked to return. Staff are amazing and couldn’t do enough to help and make our stay so comfortable. The rooms are fabulous. We had a great view of the castle. Would highly recommend this hotel.
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Stay in the heart of Edinburgh – Excellent location - show map
One of our top picks in Edinburgh. Located on Princes Street, The Balmoral has a Michelin-starred restaurant, a and a gym. and 's main shopping area are within 5 minutes' walk.
First opened in 1902, The Balmoral now offers rooms with a marble bathroom and an interactive TV. Many rooms have views towards Edinburgh Castle and the .
Number One Restaurant provides a fine dining menu, while Brasserie Prince offers an informal dining atmosphere. Palm Court features 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.
This is our guests' favourite part of Edinburgh, according to independent reviews.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples - they rate the facilities 9.5 for two-person stays.
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
Continental, Full English/Irish
Private parking available
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- Guests had a smooth check-in experience
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- Guests spoke highly of the restaurant
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- Guests noted the beds were comfortable
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- Guests enjoyed the central location
See what guests loved the most:
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Susan
United Kingdom“My View was amazing, room service, restaurant, food, all fab”
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Gillian
United Kingdom
“They upgraded our room as it was our anniversary that was so nice of them.they also left us chocolates and rose petals in heart shape on bed”
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Paul
United Kingdom
“The Balmoral is one of the finest buildings in this beautiful city with faultless decor and friendly and attentive staff. Couldn’t ask for more⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
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Peter
United Kingdom
“We loved the location, the staff, the service, the food, the accommodation and the small attention to detail. ( and that our beloved dog was treated so kindly and attentively by the staff). ”
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Caroline
United Kingdom
“Super Friendly staff, beautifully decorated room and comfortable bed”
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Lesley
United Kingdom
“I had Lunch and it was excellent However the breakfast I thought did not match the overall experience”
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Nicola
United Kingdom
“The hotel was in a great location. It was very clean, spotless in fact and comfortable. The hotel was able to arrange for myself and my mum to have adjoining rooms and an an upgrade to executive rooms which was a huge bonus and made our stay much more enjoyable. the concierge were very helpful and knowledgeable and were able to bring a lot of additional information about the tourist attractions which really helped and made our stay more enjoyable.” Read more
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Kris
United Kingdom
“This place is unreal. Attention to detail and care for customers is unbelievable. View from our room was incredible as we watched the busy streets below us in the afternoon and were able to watch the city sleep at night. ”
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M
United Kingdom
“The bed was very comfortable. Good air conditioning. Lovely breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff. The car parking was very useful. Beautiful flowers in reception. ”
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Mark
United Kingdom
“This was our first visit to the amazing hotel and we have already booked to return. Staff are amazing and couldn’t do enough to help and make our stay so comfortable. The rooms are fabulous. We had a great view of the castle. Would highly recommend this hotel. ” Read more
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Waverley Mall0.1 miles
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Waterloo Place0.1 miles
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City Art Centre0.1 miles
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Scott Monument0.2 miles
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Multrees Walk0.2 miles
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The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo0.2 miles
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The Real Mary King's Close0.2 miles
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Geoffrey Kiltmakers and Weavers0.2 miles
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The City of Edinburgh Council0.2 miles
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Royal Mile0.3 miles
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Edinburgh Playhouse0.3 miles
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Camera Obscura and World of Illusions0.4 miles
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National Museum of Scotland0.4 miles
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Edinburgh Castle0.5 miles
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University of Edinburgh0.6 miles
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Arthurs Seat1.2 miles
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Royal Yacht Britannia2 miles
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Murrayfield Stadium2.1 miles
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Edinburgh Zoo3.2 miles
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Mountain Arthur's Seat2 miles
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Train Edinburgh Waverley station0.1 miles
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Edinburgh Airport6.8 miles
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Dundee Airport35.1 miles
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Glasgow Airport48.4 miles
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Facilities of The Balmoral Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4
Most popular facilities
Pets
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Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
- Walking tours Additional charge
Food & Drink
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Kid meals Additional charge
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs £35 per day.
Reception services
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Business facilities
- Meeting/banquet facilities
Safety & security
- Safety deposit box
General
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Indoor swimming pool
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Free! All pools are free of charge
- 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 Additional charge
- Hand massage Additional charge
- Head massage Additional charge
- Foot massage Additional charge
- Neck massage Additional charge
- Back massage Additional charge
- 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
- Pool/beach towels
- Hammam
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children aged 18 years and above are considered 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
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Cot upon request
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Extra bed upon request
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£50 per child, per night |
Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the room you choose. Please check your selected room for the maximum capacity.
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.
The Balmoral Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
FAQs about The Balmoral Hotel
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The Balmoral Hotel is 650 yards from the centre of Edinburgh.
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The Balmoral Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Indoor pool
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
- Massage
- Hammam
- Foot massage
- Body scrub
- Spa Facilities
- Personal trainer
- Full body massage
- Pedicure
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Beauty Services
- Head massage
- Body wrap
- Back massage
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Fitness
- Manicure
- Steam room
- Walking tours
- Indoor pool (all year)
- Body Treatments
- Neck massage
- Facial treatments
- Hand massage
- Spa/wellness packages
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Room options at The Balmoral Hotel include:
- Double
- Triple
- Quadruple
- Suite
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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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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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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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Guests staying at The Balmoral Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.7).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- À la carte
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at The Balmoral Hotel (subject to availability):
- Private parking
- Parking
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From the nearest airport, you can get to The Balmoral Hotel by:
- Tram 40min
