• Reviewed: August 8, 2023

    Jenny

    United States of America
    10
    “Welcoming staff, the most comfortable beds, great food & located conveniently near Castle & Royal Mile.”
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    Conveniently located & historic.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2023

    Gary

    United Kingdom
    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Architecture

    Best hotel experience due to staff and the property itself is just beautiful

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: July 10, 2023

    Richard

    United Kingdom
    10
    “Brilliant Family Friendly Hotel”
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    If you push me hard I would perhaps say the wallpaper in bedroom would not be my first pick. But if you need a family treat, the Balmoral is your

    The location is 10/10. It is one of Edinburgh’s landmark. It has a great pool and allows family swimming at all times. But the most important thing is the attention to detail. We had booked as a family as in so many other “family friendly” hotels before. But at the Balmoral they had equipped the room with kids dressing gowns, a secure step in the bathroom so the kids can brush their teeth, kids shampoo and lots of little welcome presents. Clearly they won our kids over with the biscuits With the Number One Restaurant on Site, we were able to enjoy a grown up birthday dinner with kids enjoying room service and a movie. It was very memorable.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 9, 2023

    Graham

    United Kingdom
    8.0
    “Almost up to expectations”
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Stayed 3 nights

    As above

    Quality of breakfast slightly sub standard. Coffee only warm, bacon tough and strawberries over ripe.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 7, 2023

    Isobel

    United Kingdom
    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    See above

    Very friendly and helpful staff. I did mention to a lady at reception that Room 514 is a beautiful room, with stunning views , but the lovely bathroom has a bath that is not easy to get in and out of if , like my husband , you are less supple than you were, and have early vascular dementia . Fortunately , we managed and we still would give the hotel full marks.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 25, 2023

    Debslyon

    United Kingdom
    9 helpful votes
    10
    “A great hotel right in the heart of this fabulous city”
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All good

    Just great. Super staff who couldn’t have done more to help us. We were staying for Harry Styles and Alan, the driver organised by the hotel, was fantastic.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: June 13, 2023

    Anonymous

    United States of America
    10
    “perfect stay for our first visit to Edinburgh. highly recommend and hope to visit again.”
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    perfect location for walking Old Town & New Town - also next to train station. The scotch tasting at The Balmoral was excellent & not touristy. The bartender’s were knowledgeable and very nice.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 9, 2023

    Kristin

    United States of America
    10
    “We had an AMAZING stay at such a legendary hotel in a gorgeous city.”
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only that we couldn’t stay longer.

    Stunning architecture and impeccable decor. fabulous Castle View Rooms.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: May 14, 2023

    Anonymous

    United Kingdom
    10
    “Best Hotel in Edinburgh”
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Mattress was too firm

    Facilities were very good, staff were excellent

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 1, 2023

    Lynn

    United Kingdom
    3 helpful votes
    9.0
    “clean and comfortable with lovely staff”
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    location

    location

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: April 18, 2023

    Reno

    United Kingdom
    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Stayed 1 night

    Unfortunately the room we have did not have a good view since it was facing the courtyard. However the staff did their best and upgraded us the a room with a view. 10/10 for effort!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 15, 2023

    Tiffany

    United States of America
    10
    “The best 5-star hotel experience!”
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing—every aspect of the hotel was flawlessly executed.

    One of the best hotel stays ever! The Balmoral is exquisite in every way, their customer service was exceptional, and it was truly a 5-star hotel!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: March 14, 2023

    Katy

    United Kingdom
    2 helpful votes
    10
    “Perfect as always”
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only place we will stay when we visit. Perfect location, staff are amazing and accommodating. Absolutely love the bar area

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2023

    Heather

    United Kingdom
    1 helpful vote
    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There wasn't anything I could fault. Service was great too. Brasserie served delicious food.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: March 7, 2023

    Mrs

    Sweden
    1 helpful vote
    10
    “Sentimental & treasured memories”
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing bad to say at all about this beautiful hotel

    Most of my life decisions were made in this hotel. From choosing what Uni I went to and my husband proposing to me here so it holds a lot of good memories . I even decided to apply for a job whilst taking High tea here! I love the facilities, and the view from our room was breathtaking. The service is impeccable ! Worth every penny ! We will be back for many years to come.

    Stayed in January 2023