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 1428 reviews)
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*9.0* City Art Center: only 3 minutes away! (750 feet by foot)
*8.4* Waverley Mall: only 2 minutes away! (400 feet by foot)
*8.4* Scott Monument: only 3 minutes away! (800 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)
*9.0* Edinburgh Military Tattoo: only 4 minutes away! (900 feet by foot)
*9.0* The Real Mary King's Close: only 5 minutes away! (1,200 feet by foot)
*9.1* Scottish National Gallery: only 6 minutes away! (1,450 feet by foot)
Extremely fine accommodations. Every staff member was friendly, helpful, and wanted to please each guest.
United States of AmericaEverything was as it should be for a 5 star hotel and more
United KingdomThe architecture, the high ceiling, big entertaining room. Great size bathroom, specious room, very comfortable bed.
United KingdomWe enjoyed every minute; the service and attention to every detail, very helpful concierge; wonderful location; delicious and elegant teatime;
United States of AmericaLocation. Courtesy of the staff. Atmosphere. General ambiance.
United States of AmericaThe room was large and well appointed with a luxury feel. Everything was very clean and comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful at all times. The food in the brasserie restaurant was simple but delicious and well cooked.
United KingdomLocation is fantastic next door to the train station over the road is super shopping, bars and restaurants and then the royal mile and castle is right behind the hotel, beautifully decorated, amazing food and service, staff can not do enough for you.
United KingdomExceptional hotel. This was my first stop in my 2 week trip around Scotland and set a HIGH bar. Loved the room, service and the breakfast each morning. Would absolutely recommend.
United States of AmericaThe location is very convenient for exploring the city and centrally located by the Edinburgh train station. The room was spectacular, we had a view of the castle and the Scotsman building. Yoga class was just what I needed. All around exceptional experience!
United States of AmericaFirst class accommodation and service. Staff extremely attentive with attention to detail in all aspects.
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The Balmoral Hotel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!
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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 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 Bar Prince serves innovative cocktails in a relaxed setting, while the SCOTCH offers over 500 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.
This is our guests' favorite part of Edinburgh, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.4 for two-person stays.
Health & safety
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Located in the 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
Very Good Coffee!
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What's nearby *
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Edinburgh Waverley Train Station0.1 miles
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Waverley Mall0.1 miles
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Waterloo Place0.1 miles
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City Art Center0.1 miles
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Scott Monument0.2 miles
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Multrees Walk0.2 miles
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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
Natural Beauty *
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Arthur's Seat Mountain2 miles
Closest Airports *
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Edinburgh Airport6.8 miles
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Dundee Airport35.1 miles
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Glasgow Airport48.4 miles
Most Popular Landmarks *
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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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Arthur's 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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RetryAmenities of The Balmoral Hotel Great facilities! Review score, 9.4
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Pets
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Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Food & Drink
- Kids' 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
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Private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 35 per day.
Front Desk Services
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
- Business center Additional charge
Safety & security
- Safe
General
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Health & Wellness Facilities
- 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
- Spa facilities
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Facial treatments
- Beauty services
- Turkish/Steam Bath
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Sauna
Safety features
- First aid kits available
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Physical distancing
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Cashless payment available
Cleanliness & disinfection
- Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
- Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
- Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
- Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
- Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
- Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
Food & drink safety
- All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
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Cancellation/
prepayment
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
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
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Crib by request
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Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
The maximum number of cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
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.
FAQs about The Balmoral Hotel
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Room options at The Balmoral Hotel include:
- Double
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Check-in at The Balmoral Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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The prices at The Balmoral Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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From the nearest airport, you can get to The Balmoral Hotel by:
- Tram 40min
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The Balmoral Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Sauna
- Massage
- Turkish/Steam Bath
- Beauty services
- Facial treatments
- Manicure
- Pedicure
- Body treatments
- Body scrub
- Body wrap
- Spa facilities
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Back massage
- Neck massage
- Foot massage
- Head massage
- Hand massage
- Full-body massage
- Fitness
- Personal trainer
- Locker rooms
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Guests staying at The Balmoral Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.6).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- À la carte
