- Pets allowed
- Swimming Pool
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safety deposit box
- Luggage storage
About this property
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, Telephone, Air conditioning and Desk, 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 Whisky. 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 accommodation in the heart of Edinburgh. The city’s airport is a 25-minute drive from the building.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Spa and wellness centre
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness centre
- 2 restaurants
- Bar
Sustainability
Ecostars
Green Tourism
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Emin
United Kingdom“The Location is right in the middle of historical place” - Michael United Kingdom“Staff very attentive. Building kept in excellent shape”
- Pamela United Kingdom“I enjoyed the impeccable service by the staff and also the location.”
- Sandra United Kingdom“Everything! Staff so courteous and attentive to little details and so kind. Rooms immaculate; Spa area and pool is wonderful; food delicious.. A perfect day and night celebrating my daughter's 40th Birthday. We love the Balmoral - Scotland's...”
- Claire United Kingdom“Everything, we had the most amazing time, the hotel is as beautiful as ever.”
- Diana
Australia“First class location in a stunning building. The amazing staff friendly yet professional always ready to help. Excellent restaurant and bar with great cocktails of all styles. Fabulous spa, had the most amazing facial.” - Lorence United Kingdom“This hotel is an oasis of calm in Edinburgh city centre. The staff - all of them - are unfailingly courteous and competent and so very helpful.”
- Valentina United Kingdom“Exceptional hotel with spa facilities and pool that have just been renovated. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful and the food was delicious. The location couldn’t be any better. Right in the centre and within walkable distance from...”
- Mitchell
Canada“Everything about our stay was incredible. The location, the room, the friendliness of the staff, and the restaurant and bar were sublime. We stayed here for the last night of our honeymoon, and the staff brought us a bottle of champagne and huge...” - Anthony United Kingdom“I love the balmoral. I always feel welcome and the staff are amazing always going the extra mile to make sure everything is perfect.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Brasserie Prince
- CuisineBritish • French
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern
- Dietary optionsKosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
- Number One
- CuisineScottish
- Open forDinner
- AmbianceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Reservations of 7 nights or more will require full prepayment.
Spa Update
We will be undertaking an improvement project in our spa from 20th September 2024, therefore our treatment rooms will be temporarily relocated. We ask guests to arrive at the spa reception on the lower ground floor 10 minutes prior to the appointment to be escorted to the treatment rooms.
Use of Spa Facilities
Use of our spa facilities is complimentary for hotel residents during their stay. As of the 23rd September 2024 our changing rooms and bathrooms will be closed due to our improvement project, therefore we ask guests to arrive dressed in their bathrobes/slippers to use the facilities.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform The Balmoral Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
