Pet friendly
Indoor swimming pool
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Private Bathroom
24-hour front desk
Daily housekeeping
Non-smoking rooms
Safe
Baggage 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 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, 2010
Hotel chain/brand:
Rocco Forte Hotels

Property Highlights

Located in the heart of Edinburgh, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.9

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


Availability

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
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Travel Sustainable Level 3+
This property has made significant commitments towards sustainability by subscribing to one or more third-party sustainability certifications.
Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Edinburgh
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Kristin
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Stunning architecture and impeccable decor. fabulous Castle View Rooms.
  • Ting
    TaiwanTaiwan
    The staff in front dest and concierge were all attentive and helpful
  • Greg
    Cayman IslandsCayman Islands
    Location can’t be beat. classic style. great service.
  • Fiona
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    great location attentive staff quiet corridors comfortable beds
  • R
    Radek
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    Very nice hotel in the centre with high level services.
  • Moshe
    IsraelIsrael
    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...
  • Gary
    United States of AmericaUnited 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
  • Pattaravalai
    ThailandThailand
    excellent service, amazing staffs, beautiful hotel, nice room, good location, wonderful breakfast
  • O
    Odineth
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    we loved absolutely everything, they were so nice and greeted us with a warm welcome
  • Barbara
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    great location, good food and staff were extremely helpful especially the concierge staff

Property questions and answers
Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property
The 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 2019
  • Do 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 2019
  • Is 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 2020
  • Do you have any TWIN ROOMS at all?

    Most of our room categories can be twinned (expect Classic Rooms).
    Answered on 16 October 2019
  • Can 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 fee
    Answered on 1 October 2020
  • Minibar 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
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Hotel area info *

Restaurants
2 Restaurants On Site

  • Brasserie Prince
    • Cuisine
      British • French
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
  • Number One
    • Cuisine
      Scottish
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of The Balmoral Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities
Indoor swimming pool
Private Parking
Free WiFi
Spa
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Restaurant
Bar
Bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Hairdryer
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Telephone
  • Pay-per-view channels
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs £40 per day.
  • Valet parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
Safety & security
  • Safe
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Indoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
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
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Turkish/Steam Bath
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

The Balmoral Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 1:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

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

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free
4 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
£50 per child, per night

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.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash The Balmoral Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Reservations of 7 nights or more will require full prepayment.

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

  • 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

  • The Balmoral Hotel has 2 restaurants:

    • Brasserie Prince
    • Number One

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The Balmoral Hotel is 1,950 feet from the center of Edinburgh.

  • Room options at The Balmoral Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Quad
    • Suite

  • 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.

  • 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

  • Check-in at The Balmoral Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.