The Balmoral Hotel
1 Princes Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH2 2EQ, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.9/10! (score from 1886 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Stunning architecture and impeccable decor. fabulous Castle View Rooms.
United States of AmericaThe staff in front dest and concierge were all attentive and helpful
TaiwanLocation can’t be beat. classic style. great service.
Cayman Islandsgreat location attentive staff quiet corridors comfortable beds
United KingdomVery nice hotel in the centre with high level services.
United KingdomThis hotel is the best we have ever stayed in. the staff was super nice and helpful, the rooms are beautiful and spacious, it is a magnificent building inside and out and the immaculate spaces make you feel like it’s a dream come true. we also had afternoon tea here which is a must! food was of the best quality one can imagine as well as the service and the live music played by a harp player on a small balcony above the sitting room. The friendliness and professionalism of each and every staff member was very helpful. The room was cleaned and serviced twice a day, bed was so comfy you never want to leave it . We were thankfully given a room with a marvelous view to the old town but make sure to ask for it in advance. Definitely stay at this hotel as it is truly an experience to remember!
IsraelI have traveled for 45 years and rarely have I ever enjoyed a Hotel stay more. Everything was first class. I have already recommended the Bal moral to my friends. What a wonderful staff, service, front desk personnel, a perfect experience. Thank you
United States of Americaexcellent service, amazing staffs, beautiful hotel, nice room, good location, wonderful breakfast
Thailandwe loved absolutely everything, they were so nice and greeted us with a warm welcome
United States of Americagreat location, good food and staff were extremely helpful especially the concierge staff
United States of America- What guests loved the most:
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Kristin
United States of America
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Ting
Taiwan
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Greg
Cayman Islands
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Fiona
United Kingdom
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Radek
United Kingdom
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Moshe
Israel
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Gary
United States of America
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Pattaravalai
Thailand
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Odineth
United States of America
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Barbara
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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 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.
The Balmoral Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Feb 18, 2010Hotel chain/brand: Rocco Forte Hotels
See what guests loved the most:
KristinUnited States of America
“Stunning architecture and impeccable decor. fabulous Castle View Rooms.”
TingTaiwan
“The staff in front dest and concierge were all attentive and helpful”
GregCayman Islands
“Location can’t be beat. classic style. great service.”- Fiona
United Kingdom
“great location attentive staff quiet corridors comfortable beds” - RRadek
United Kingdom
“Very nice hotel in the centre with high level services.” - Moshe
Israel
“This hotel is the best we have ever stayed in. the staff was super nice and helpful, the rooms are beautiful and spacious, it is a magnificent building inside and out and the immaculate spaces make you feel like it’s a dream come true. we also had...”
GaryUnited States of America
“I have traveled for 45 years and rarely have I ever enjoyed a Hotel stay more. Everything was first class. I have already recommended the Bal moral to my friends. What a wonderful staff, service, front desk personnel, a perfect experience. Thank you”
PattaravalaiThailand
“excellent service, amazing staffs, beautiful hotel, nice room, good location, wonderful breakfast”- OOdineth
United States of America
“we loved absolutely everything, they were so nice and greeted us with a warm welcome”
BarbaraUnited States of America
“great location, good food and staff were extremely helpful especially the concierge staff”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Is there access to the spa?
All of our residents have access to the Spa (pool, gym, sauna, steam room)Answered on 21 December 2019Do you have any valentine special layouts that an be done? Looking for something for 14th February
At the moment there are no packages planned for Valentines Day however we are more than happy to help organise any extras to be placed in the room.Answered on 21 December 2019Is pool / sauna / steamroom access free to all guests?
Good Morning, Thank you very much for your enquiry. I can certainly confirm that our guests enjoy complimentary access to our swimming pool and spa ..Answered on 12 January 2020Do you have any TWIN ROOMS at all?
Most of our room categories can be twinned (expect Classic Rooms).Answered on 16 October 2019Can I get a newspaper delivered to my room and is there a charge for this?
We offer the Scotsman newspaper with our compliments. Other newspapers are available for a feeAnswered on 1 October 2020Minibar included in price or extra cost
The minibar items have an additional cost however, bottled water on arrival, tea and coffee are complimentary in the room.Answered on 5 February 2021- Still looking?
Hotel area info *
Restaurants2 Restaurants On Site
- Brasserie Prince
- CuisineBritish • French
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Modern
- Dietary optionsKosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
- Number One
- CuisineScottish
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
Amenities of The Balmoral HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 9.5
- Bathtub or shower
- Slippers
- Private Bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Desk
- Telephone
- Pay-per-view channels
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- Daily housekeeping
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- 24-hour front desk
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Room service
- Safe
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- 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
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Turkish/Steam Bath
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Sauna
- English
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.
Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.
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
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
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.
Cash
The Balmoral Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Please inform The Balmoral Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Swimming pool #1: Closed from Fri, Jan 06, 2023 until Sat, Apr 29, 2023
FAQs about The Balmoral Hotel
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Room options at The Balmoral Hotel include:
- Double
- Triple
- Quad
- Suite
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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
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The Balmoral Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Sauna
- Massage
- Turkish/Steam Bath
- Foot massage
- Manicure
- Steam room
- Personal trainer
- Fitness
- Body wrap
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Beauty services
- Hand massage
- Body treatments
- Back massage
- 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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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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The Balmoral Hotel has 2 restaurants:
- Brasserie Prince
- Number One
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The Balmoral Hotel is 1,950 feet from the center of Edinburgh.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Check-in at The Balmoral Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.