Name: The Balmoral Hotel
Address: 1 Princes Street, New Town, Edinburgh, EH2 2EQ, United Kingdom, 1 Princes Street, Lothian, EH2 2EQ, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $204 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.3

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Hotel The Balmoral Hotel

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This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in shopping, food and culture – Check location 1 Princes Street, New Town, Edinburgh, EH2 2EQ, United Kingdom – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in shopping, food and culture – Check location

*8.0* Brass Rubbing Center: only 5 minutes away! (1,150 feet by foot)

*8.9* City Art Center: only 3 minutes away! (700 feet by foot)

Edinburgh Waverley Train Station: only 2 minutes away! (400 feet by foot)

*8.0* Omni Center: only 5 minutes away! (1,350 feet by foot)

*8.6* St. Giles Cathedral: only 5 minutes away! (1,350 feet by foot)

Waterloo Place: only 2 minutes away! (450 feet by foot)

*8.4* Camera Obscura and World of Illusions: only 3 minutes away! (700 feet by foot)

*9.0* The Real Mary King's Close: only 5 minutes away! (1,200 feet by foot)

*9.2* Scottish National Gallery: only 6 minutes away! (1,450 feet by foot)

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Beautiful structure excellent location, a privilege as a whole

Syed, Pakistan

Nice clean room, central location, great views from room, friendly staff at reception and concierge. Friendly staff in spa area.

Stephen, United Arab Emirates

Location, the staff was incredibly friendly, hotel was absolutely beautiful. Rooms were immaculate

Miriam, United States of America

The hotel was located perfectly beside the train station and the Christmas market. The staff were very welcoming and friendly. There was no wait for our room and we received a complimentary upgrade which topped the experience off.

Molly, United Kingdom

Staff very friendly Great location. Nice atmosphere. Good coffee machine in room. Lovely pool

Amanda, United Kingdom

Service from the concierge was above average-excellent. Hotel is beautiful, location awesome,rooms are great, bed was like a cloud. all around perfect!

Eileen, United States of America

We arrived very early in the morning after an all-night flight. We were able to check in, which was a nice surprise. We had a great nap, and later we were refreshed enough to walk up to the castle.

Holly, United States of America

Everything was outstanding, but the staff were brilliant

Michael, United States of America

Rooms were beautiful location was great and the staff was wonderful!!!

Frances, United States of America

A very lovely setting right in the center of Edinburgh with a wonderful atmosphere that’s matched by friendly staff always smiling and ready to assist.

Khalid, United Kingdom

9.7

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What guests loved the most:
“Beautiful structure excellent location, a privilege as a whole”

Syed Pakistan
“Nice clean room, central location, great views from room, friendly staff at reception and concierge. Friendly staff in spa area.”

Stephen United Arab Emirates
“Location, the staff was incredibly friendly, hotel was absolutely beautiful. Rooms were immaculate”

Miriam United States of America
“The hotel was located perfectly beside the train station and the Christmas market. The staff were very welcoming and friendly. ”

Molly United Kingdom
“Staff very friendly Great location. Nice atmosphere. Good coffee machine in room. Lovely pool”

Amanda United Kingdom
“Service from the concierge was above average-excellent. Hotel is beautiful, location awesome,rooms are great, bed was like a cloud. all around perfect!”

Eileen United States of America
“We arrived very early in the morning after an all-night flight. We were able to check in, which was a nice surprise. We had a great nap, and later we were refreshed enough to walk up to the castle.”

Holly United States of America
“Everything was outstanding, but the staff were brilliant”

Michael United States of America
“Rooms were beautiful location was great and the staff was wonderful!!!”

Frances United States of America
“A very lovely setting right in the center of Edinburgh with a wonderful atmosphere that’s matched by friendly staff always smiling and ready to assist.”

Khalid United Kingdom

Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at The Balmoral Hotel

One of our top picks in Edinburgh.Located on Princes Street, The Balmoral has a Michelin-starred 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 by Alain Roux offers an informal dining atmosphere. Palm Court features afternoon tea and the Balmoral Bar serves innovative cocktails in a relaxed setting, while The Scotch offers over 400 varieties of Scottish Whiskey.

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 accommodations in the heart of Edinburgh. The city’s airport is a 25-minute drive from the building.

New Town is a great choice for travelers interested in shopping, food and culture.

This is our guests' favorite part of Edinburgh, according to independent reviews.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Edinburgh! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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The Balmoral Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Feb 18, 2010

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.2 for two-person stays.

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

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Continental, Full English/Irish

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An Inside Look at The Balmoral Hotel

You will find The Balmoral at Edinburgh’s most prestigious address, No. 1 Princes Street, where the Old Town stops and the New Town begins. The hotel’s majestic clock defines the city’s skyline and since the day the property opened in 1902 it has run three minutes fast to ensure you will never miss your train. The Balmoral is a grand railway hotel where porters can still be organised to whisk guests from the station hall to the reception desk, and the kilted doormen will guide you into the hotel.

Hotel surroundings – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in shopping, food and culture – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

Edinburgh Waverley Train Station
0.1 miles
Waterloo Place
0.1 miles
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
0.1 miles
City Art Center
0.1 miles
Multrees Walk
0.2 miles
Brass Rubbing Center
0.2 miles
The Real Mary King's Close
0.2 miles
The City of Edinburgh Council
0.2 miles
St. Giles Cathedral
0.3 miles
Omni Center
0.3 miles

Natural Beauty

Arthur's Seat Mountain
2 miles

Closest Airports

Edinburgh Airport
6.8 miles
Glasgow Airport
48.4 miles

Shopping Nearby – All Within 500 Yards!

St James Shopping Mall Mall
Harvey Nichols Department Store
Popular brands like: Gucci, Hermès, Prada, Chanel, Armani
Multrees Walk Luxury
Popular brands like: Burberry, Louis Vuitton
John Lewis Department Store
Popular brands like: Apple, Gucci, Hermès, Prada, Nike, Ralph Lauren, Burberry

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Superb hotel, brilliant location, staff were so friendly and welcoming. The room was lovely and the bed was one of the best I have ever slept on. All of the lit...”

Tristan

United Kingdom

9.5

“Fantastic location but what won it for me was the room - it was a newly refurbished room and had fantastic views from the sixth floor. Really comfortable bed an...”

Helen

United Kingdom

“Very comfortable and friendly staff. Great location.”

Ramblingrosie

United Kingdom

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1 Restaurant On Site

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Food: International

Menu: À la carte

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3:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Check-out

1:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Children 16 and older are allowed at this hotel.

0 - 2 years	Can use a crib when requested	FREE
0 - 2 years	Can use an extra bed when requested	£50 per stay
3 - 13 years	Can use an extra bed when requested	£50 per stay

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

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.

“The hotel was located perfectly beside the train station and the Christmas market. The staff were very welcoming and friendly. There was no wait for our room and we received a complimentary upgrade which topped the experience off. ”

Molly

“We arrived very early in the morning after an all-night flight. We were able to check in, which was a nice surprise. We had a great nap, and later we were refreshed enough to walk up to the castle.”

Holly

United States of America

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	Classic Double Room 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Each classic room features a queen-size bed and views of the courtyard of the hotel. The private bathrooms contain Italian marble bathrooms with a bath and shower, as well as bathrobes and slippers, and complimentary toiletries from Forte Organics. Guests will find a TV with interactive entertainment, an in-room bar, a safe and tea/coffee making facilities. Room Facilities: • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Iron • Bathrobe • Radio • Desk • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Clothes rack • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Executive Double Room 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom The spacious executive rooms feature a queen-size bed. Guests can enjoy views of the city or the hotel's internal courtyard from their room. The private bathrooms contain Italian marble bathrooms with a bath and shower, as well as bathrobes and slippers, and complimentary toiletries from Forte Organics. Guests will find a TV with interactive entertainment, an in-room bar, a safe and tea/coffee making facilities. Room Facilities: • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Iron • Bathrobe • Radio • Desk • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Interconnecting room(s) available • Flat-screen TV • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Clothes rack • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe King Room 1 king bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom The spacious deluxe rooms feature a king-size bed and views of Edinburgh or the hotel's internal courtyard. The private bathrooms contain Italian marble bathrooms with a bath and shower, as well as bathrobes and slippers, and complimentary toiletries from Forte Organics. Guests will find a TV with interactive entertainment, an in-room bar, a safe and tea/coffee making facilities. Room Facilities: • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Iron • Bathrobe • Radio • Desk • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Clothes rack • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Superior Deluxe King Room 1 king bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Rooms offering panoramic views of Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street with a seating area and king bed. The private bathrooms contain Italian marble bathrooms with a bath and shower, as well as bathrobes and slippers, and complimentary toiletries from Forte Organics. Guests will find a TV with interactive entertainment, an in-room bar, a safe and tea/coffee making facilities. Room Facilities: • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Iron • Bathrobe • Radio • Desk • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Landmark view • Towels • Linens • Clothes rack • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Junior Suite 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom The junior suites feature a lounge area in the room and views of Edinburgh or the hotel's internal courtyard. The private bathrooms contain Italian marble bathrooms with a bath and shower, as well as bathrobes and slippers, and complimentary toiletries from Forte Organics. Guests will find a TV with interactive entertainment, an in-room bar, a safe and tea/coffee making facilities. Room Facilities: • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Iron • Bathrobe • Radio • Desk • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Sofa • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • City view • Towels • Linens • Clothes rack • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Classic Suite 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom The classic suites feature a separate bedroom and seating area for guests. Guests can enjoy in-suite check-in as well as personalized concierge services during their stay. Additional amenities include breakfast in the suite or the hotel's Hadrian's restaurant, and the pressing of 1 garment. The private bathrooms contain Italian marble bathrooms with a bath and shower, as well as bathrobes and slippers, and complimentary toiletries from Forte Organics. Guests will find a TV with interactive entertainment and in-house films, an in-room bar, a safe and tea/coffee making facilities. Room Facilities: • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • Pay-per-view channels • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Iron • Bathrobe • Radio • Desk • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Cable channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Sofa • View • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • City view • Towels • Linens • Clothes rack • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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Hotel surroundings – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in shopping, food and culture – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Facilities of The Balmoral Hotel Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

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