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The Balmoral Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and full-service spa

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Exterior
3 restaurants, breakfast served
Indoor pool
Property entrance
Lobby

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
The current price is AU$952
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov

Explore the area

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1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2EQ
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Castle View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room

Classic Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Room

Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Executive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Room

Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Executive Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Room (Old Town View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room (Old Town View)

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room (Old Town View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room (Castle View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Grand Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite (Castle View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Bowes-Lyon)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Balmoral) | Bathroom

Suite (Balmoral)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (J.K. Rowling)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Glamis)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite (Scone and Crombie)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

A luxury stay in the heart of Edinburgh awaits you at The Balmoral Hotel. Within a short 5-minute stroll, you'll find Princes Street and Calton Hill. Highlights at this Edwardian hotel include 3 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .A pampering day can include hot stone massages, Swedish massages and mani/pedis along with access to the sauna and steam room. The fine-dining restaurant, Number One, is open for dinner. Bar Prince is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, gym and sauna. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available at weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 5-property class Edinburgh City Centre hotel include George Street and Royal Mile.

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Royal Mile - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grassmarket - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 2 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Society Bar & Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Newsroom - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Balmoral Hotel

Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and full-service spa
The Balmoral Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a sauna. There are 3 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There are 10 meeting rooms available. The luxury The Balmoral Hotel also features a fitness centre, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Parking is available for a fee.

This Edwardian Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 187 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1902
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
The Balmoral Hotel offers 187 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, designer toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 5 treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (GBP 40 per night)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 32 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Prince
  • Brasserie Prince
  • Number One
  • Palm Court
  • SCOTCH

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1902
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 50 per pet, per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 32 for adults and from GBP 15 for children
  • Valet parking fee: GBP 40.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Balmoral Edinburgh
Balmoral Hotel
Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh
Hotel Balmoral
Balmoral Edinburgh Hotel
The Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland
The Balmoral Hotel Hotel
The Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh
The Balmoral Hotel Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Balmoral Hotel?

The Balmoral Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Balmoral Hotel?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Balmoral Hotel on 17 Nov 2025 start from AU$952.24, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Balmoral Hotel?

Yep, The Balmoral Hotel has valet parking for GBP 40.00 per night.

Are there any beaches close to The Balmoral Hotel?

The closest beach to The Balmoral Hotel is Portobello Beach (5 km).

Is there a spa on site at The Balmoral Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at The Balmoral Hotel. It has a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as hot stone massages.

Does The Balmoral Hotel have a pool?

The Balmoral Hotel has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at The Balmoral Hotel?

The Balmoral Hotel features a full-service spa, an indoor pool and 3 restaurants. All guestrooms come with premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes The Balmoral Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A Michelin-starred restaurant and a bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Balmoral Hotel.

Does The Balmoral Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is served at weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Balmoral Hotel?

No, The Balmoral Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Balmoral Hotel?

Yep, The Balmoral Hotel has 3 restaurants.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Balmoral Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Reviews

The Balmoral Hotel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 886 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1011 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lea Ann

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love love love!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish i could live there! The service the ppl everything was above and beyond!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and service. 5 percent service charge added / please just build in room rate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

nabil

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is amazing and the service is great; Unfortunately the gym dos not open till 7 am which was disappointing for a person like me who likes to exercise early
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Beautiful old world charm with modern amenities in a perfect location The service was friendly and impeccable. Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nisrine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, 1 minute walk from the train station
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Sarasota

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Superb in every way.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bruce

Travelled with family
It was way overpriced and they added a discretionary 5% fee for the workers which I gladly paid. It is absolutely a 4 star hotel masquerading as a 5 star hotel. The room rates are insanely high for bad suites and regular rooms. Avoid this hotel please at all costs. The staff are very pleasant though. The hotel is a complete ripoff. If you like to throw your money away, please stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel

Wow!!! What a wonderful hotel! Their attention to detail is amazing! Such kind staff! Imad at the concierge was the nicest human being ever! Super helpful, accommodating, funny and always remembered us! He made our trip more fun! The hotel is lovely!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and very centrally located. Great whiskey bar.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tops
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie Elizabeth

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful 19th century building with excellent restaurants. Our room was immaculate, the entire staff was most helpful and the location in Edinburgh was perfect for sightseeing. We look forward to future stays at other Rocco Forte hotels! Chuck & Robin Bach
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Cypress

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful hotel! Staff is amazing. Walking distance to the historic mile and the train station. We stayed in a junior suite and it was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The jewel of Edinburgh!

Please do yourself a favor and spend the extra money on staying in the nicest place in town. If you want to be treated like royalty -with the best food and service anywhere in Scotland- stay here! I cannot rave enough about the spa either. I sincerely felt like I had died and gone to heaven after my massage. The food was so good. Best of all, we were assisted with our luggage getting into the hotel from our rental car and heading out to London via the train station next door.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony

I appreciate the historic heritage of this hotel, however the rooms are too old and feels like you’re overpaying for what it is
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sajith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic experience and most friendliest hotel staff I met recently. Breakfast is amazing as well. Located conveniently closer to the Edinburgh Railway Station and walkable distance to the Royal Mile and other attractions. Must stay if you are after a relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025