Hotel The Balmoral Hotel

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1 Princes Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH2 2EQ, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.9/10! (score from 2105 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

9.4
Wonderful
2,106 reviews

The whole experience from start to finish was 1st class. The staff were most welcoming and helpful.

Jennifer United Kingdom

Room size is exceptional and staff service is wonderful.

Ahmad United Arab Emirates

service, concierge and reception, i.e. the full staff, is exceptional.

Mayur United States of America

Exceptional service and attention to detail. For example, offering to rustle up some food for us in the Brassiere after the kitchen had closed, due to our late arrival.

Alastair United States of America

It is really a gem. perfect location, beautiful rooms, excellent service and delicious food options.

Patterson United States of America

what did I not like about it. 5 stars all the way. impeccable service and room and the breakfast was wonderful

Ann United States of America

Staff!! Wow next level every single member of staff we interacted with were super friendly and helpful. I couldn’t be more impressed. Whiskey bar staff were exceptionally helpful and knowledgeable making the experience fantastic. I couldn’t think of a single thing I would change. Food was great. Reception and front of house staff also brilliant. Thank you so much

Ian United Kingdom

Just off the train and easy to get to this hotel. Staff was so kind and helpful. Food was delicious as well.

Nolan United States of America

great location and very helpful staff. scotch bar really nice, great concierge service from the two Andys. immaculate room

Tanya United Kingdom

We had a dinner which was first class , very special food & service

Stephen United Kingdom
9.4
Wonderful
2,106 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The whole experience from start to finish was 1st class. The staff were most welcoming and helpful.”
    Jennifer Jennifer United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Room size is exceptional and staff service is wonderful.”
    Ahmad Ahmad United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
  • “service, concierge and reception, i.e. the full staff, is exceptional.”
    Mayur Mayur United States of America United States of America
  • “Exceptional service and attention to detail. For example, offering to rustle up some food for us in the Brassiere after the kitchen had closed, due to our late arrival.”
    Alastair Alastair United States of America United States of America
  • “It is really a gem. perfect location, beautiful rooms, excellent service and delicious food options.”
    Patterson Patterson United States of America United States of America
  • “what did I not like about it. 5 stars all the way. impeccable service and room and the breakfast was wonderful”
    Ann Ann United States of America United States of America
  • “Staff!! Wow next level every single member of staff we interacted with were super friendly and helpful. I couldn’t be more impressed.”
    Ian Ian United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Just off the train and easy to get to this hotel. Staff was so kind and helpful. Food was delicious as well.”
    Nolan Nolan United States of America United States of America
  • “great location and very helpful staff. scotch bar really nice, great concierge service from the two Andys. immaculate room”
    Tanya Tanya United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “We had a dinner which was first class , very special food & service”
    Stephen Stephen United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff 9.7
  • Facilities9.4
  • Cleanliness 9.7
  • Comfort 9.7
  • Value for money8.6
  • Location 9.9
  • Free WiFi9.2
High score for Edinburgh

Stay in the heart of Edinburgh – Excellent location – show map

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 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.

The Balmoral Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Feb 18, 2010
 Hotel chain/brand: Rocco Forte Hotels

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Most popular amenities

1 swimming pool
Parking
Free WiFi
Spa
Pet friendly
Bar

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

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Guest reviews

9.4
Wonderful · 2,106 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff 9.7
  • Facilities9.4
  • Cleanliness 9.7
  • Comfort 9.7
  • Value for money8.6
  • Location 9.9
  • Free WiFi9.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jennifer United Kingdom

    “The whole experience from start to finish was 1st class. The staff were most welcoming and helpful.”

  • Ahmad United Arab Emirates

    “Room size is exceptional and staff service is wonderful.”

  • Mayur United States of America

    “service, concierge and reception, i.e. the full staff, is exceptional.”

  • Alastair United States of America

    “Exceptional service and attention to detail. For example, offering to rustle up some food for us in the Brassiere after the kitchen had closed, due to our late arrival.”

  • Patterson United States of America

    “It is really a gem. perfect location, beautiful rooms, excellent service and delicious food options.”

  • Ann United States of America

    “what did I not like about it. 5 stars all the way. impeccable service and room and the breakfast was wonderful”

  • Ian United Kingdom

    “Staff!! Wow next level every single member of staff we interacted with were super friendly and helpful. I couldn’t be more impressed. Whiskey bar staff were exceptionally helpful and knowledgeable making the experience fantastic. I couldn’t think of a single thing I would change. Food was great. Reception and front of house staff also brilliant. Thank you so much”

  • Nolan United States of America

    “Just off the train and easy to get to this hotel. Staff was so kind and helpful. Food was delicious as well.”

  • Tanya United Kingdom

    “great location and very helpful staff. scotch bar really nice, great concierge service from the two Andys. immaculate room”

  • Stephen United Kingdom

    “We had a dinner which was first class , very special food & service”

Property questions and answers
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  • 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 facilities. Kind regards, Susana
    Asked about: Executive Double Room • Answered on January 12, 2020
  • Is there access to the spa?
    All of our residents have access to the Spa (pool, gym, sauna, steam room)
    Asked about: Deluxe King Room • Answered on December 21, 2019
  • Do you have any TWIN ROOMS at all?
    Most of our room categories can be twinned (expect Classic Rooms).
    Answered on October 16, 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.
    Asked about: Deluxe King Room • Answered on December 21, 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
    Asked about: Deluxe Castle View • Answered on October 1, 2020

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Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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Located in the historic old town

Stay in the oldest part of Scotland's capital, where gas lamps light up elegant buildings and cobblestone streets. Nearby, the impressive Edinburgh Castle looks over the city.

What's nearby
  • Waverley Mall
    0.1 miles
  • Waterloo Place
    0.1 miles
  • City Art Center
    0.1 miles
  • Scott Monument
    0.2 miles
  • Multrees Walk
    0.2 miles
  • Edinburgh Military Tattoo
    0.2 miles
  • The Real Mary King's Close
    0.2 miles
  • Geoffrey Kiltmakers and Weavers
    0.2 miles
  • The City of Edinburgh Council
    0.2 miles
Top attractions
  • Royal Mile
    0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Playhouse
    0.3 miles
  • Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
    0.4 miles
  • National Museum of Scotland
    0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle
    0.5 miles
  • University of Edinburgh
    0.6 miles
  • Arthur's Seat
    1.2 miles
  • Royal Yacht Britannia
    2 miles
  • Murrayfield Stadium
    2.1 miles
  • Edinburgh Zoo
    3.2 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Mountain Arthur's Seat
    2 miles
Public transit
  • Train Edinburgh Waverley Train Station
    0.1 miles
Closest Airports
  • Edinburgh Airport
    6.8 miles
  • Dundee Airport
    35.1 miles
  • Glasgow Airport
    48.4 miles
How to get to The Balmoral Hotel from Edinburgh Airport
    Public transportation
    Parking available
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of The Balmoral Hotel

Most popular amenities

1 swimming pool
Parking
Free WiFi
Spa
Pet friendly
Bar
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Walking tours Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Kids' meals Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
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
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Safe
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Indoor swimming pool
Free! All pools are free of charge
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
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
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Turkish/Steam Bath
  • Massage Additional charge
  • Spa
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
Languages Spoken
  • English
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House rules The Balmoral Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

3:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Check-out

1:00 AM - 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 13 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 by request
Free
4 - 12 years
Extra bed by request
£50 per child, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your 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.

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 The Balmoral Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

FAQs about The Balmoral Hotel

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

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

  • 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.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to The Balmoral Hotel by:

    • Tram 40min

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

  • Room options at The Balmoral Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Quad
    • Suite

  • The Balmoral Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Indoor pool
    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Turkish/Steam Bath
    • Foot massage
    • Body scrub
    • Spa facilities
    • Personal trainer
    • Full-body massage
    • Pedicure
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Beauty services
    • Head massage
    • Body wrap
    • Back massage
    • Locker rooms
    • Fitness
    • Manicure
    • Steam room
    • Walking tours
    • Indoor pool (year-round)
    • Body treatments
    • Neck massage
    • Facial treatments
    • Hand massage
    • Spa/Wellness packages

  • 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

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at The Balmoral Hotel (subject to availability):

    • Private Parking
    • Parking