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The Balmoral Hotel, Edinburgh

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Check-in
28Oct
Check-out
29Oct
Guests
2 Guests
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About the Hotel

1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2EQ
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Next to Edinburgh Old Town
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Situated merely a 7-minute stroll from The Real Mary King's Close, the 5-star smoke-free The Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh is furnished with a clock tower and offers a lobby area and a restaurant. Offering the perfect place for heritage tourism, the 16th-century Palace of Holyroodhouse is in the vicinity of the hotel, which stands in the old part of Edinburgh and includes a heated pool.

Location

Arthur's Seat hike is 2.9 km from this hotel, while only 0.7 km from the 1st-floor Edinburgh Printmakers Workshop & Gallery this place. The Balmoral is also just 450 metres from Edinburgh Old Town and within 5 minutes' drive of Calton Hill.

Guests might as well visit Calton Craigs, situated 400 metres away. There is Grassmarket a mere 1.1 km away, and Bus Station bus station is near the accommodation.

The Balmoral Hotel lies within 10 minutes' walk of Edinburgh Waverley train station.

Rooms

The classic rooms in this Edinburgh hotel have a smart TV along with air conditioning. The rooms also offer separate bedrooms, along with marble bathrooms. The contemporary rooms at the property offer a panoramic view of the city.

Eat & Drink

While visiting Number One restaurant, guests can taste Scottish dishes and enjoy views of the city. Drinks are available at the lounge bar.

Leisure & Business

The Balmoral Edinburgh houses a Turkish steam bath and a treatment room. As part of its commitment to guest wellness, the hotel includes a fitness centre featuring fitness classes.

Must-do experiences

  • Indulge in haggis at The Whiski Bar for a true Scottish flavor.
  • Visit the picturesque Dean Village for peaceful riverside walks.
  • Explore the Scottish National Gallery for impressive art collections.
  • Don't miss the vibrant Grassmarket for local shops and eateries.
  • Take a guided tour of the historic Mary King's Close beneath the city.

Select your room type

The Balmoral Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
  • Executive View Room
    2 persons
    270 sq. feet
    1 King-size bed
    Air conditioning
    Heating
  • Double Room
    2 persons
    270 sq. feet
    1 Double bed
  • Classic Double Room
    2 persons
    205 sq. feet
    1 King-size bed
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Facilities

The Balmoral Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
9.2/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Sports trainer

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Separate tub and shower

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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The Balmoral Hotel Location

1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2EQ
Map view
Nearby
High Street 2 Warriston's Close
The Real Mary King's Close
1900 ft
St. Andrews House 2 Regent Road
Calton Hill
1700 ft
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
1500 ft
Monument
Scott Monument
900 ft
32 Calton Hill
Nelson Monument
1700 ft
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
1500 ft
Museum
Museum of Childhood
1800 ft
2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)
Brass Rubbing Centre
1400 ft
Museum
John Knox House
2000 ft
Gallery
City Art Centre
1100 ft
Church
Mercat Cross
1600 ft
Restaurants
Palm Court at The Balmoral
1 Princes Street The Balmoral Hotel
The Cafe Royal
400 ft
19 West Register Street
The Guildford Arms
300 ft
1-5 West Register Street
Brasserie Prince by Alain Roux
1500 ft
1 Princes Street The Balmoral Hotel
Martone
400 ft
1 Waterloo Place
The Newsroom
500 ft
5-11 Leith Street
Saigon Saigon
600 ft
14 South St. Andrew Street
Cafe Royal Oyster Bar
500 ft
19 West Register Street
Getting around
  • City Centre
    Edinburgh 5 min  ·  1400 ft
  • Airports
    Edinburgh (EDI) 23 min  ·  9.1 mi
    Glasgow (GLA) 134 min  ·  55.4 mi
  • Train
    Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 3 min  ·  700 ft
  • Bus
    Bus stop 3 min  ·  700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
from 01:00-12:00
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP 34.0 per person.
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Year renovated:
2012
Number of floors:
6
Number of rooms:
162

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Balmoral Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Comfort
9.6/10
Facilities
9.2/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.7/10
Location
9.7/10
Staff
9.4/10
Value for money
8.1/10
Guest reviews
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4.5/5
based on 1138 reviews
9.1/10
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