The Balmoral Hotel

Property class: 5 and above
Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants, near Princes Street

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You'll be in a fantastic location at The Balmoral Hotel, only a five-minute walk from Princes Street and George Street. You can visit the spa to be pampered with hot stone massages, body wraps or manicures and pedicures, and Number One, one of 3 restaurants, serves dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 bars/lounges, an indoor pool and a fitness centre. The helpful staff and bar get great marks from fellow travellers. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 3 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 7 minutes.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travellers

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is £478
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Why we love this property

Fine dining experience
Indulge in culinary excellence at 3 restaurants, including a Michelin-starred venue. This hotel boasts 2 bars and serves a full breakfast.
Wellness sanctuary
The full-service spa offers daily treatments from facials to hot stone massages. A sauna, steam room, and fitness centre complete this relaxation haven.
Luxury sleep experience
Premium bedding and dressing gowns envelope guests in comfort. The 24-hour room service and turndown service add to this hotel's luxurious charm.

Room options

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Room

Junior Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite (Castle View)

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a view of a cityscape.

Junior Suite (Castle View)

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window providing natural light and a view of the outside.

Classic Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Room

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table with drinks, a TV, and a desk with a lamp.

Executive Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(55 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table with a lamp, and floral curtains.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive View Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a window with a view of buildings.

Executive View Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Room (Old Town View)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Executive Room (Old Town View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room (Old Town View)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table with a vase, and a view of a building through a window.

Deluxe Room (Old Town View)

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room (Castle View)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of a cityscape.

Deluxe Room (Castle View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Suite

A living room with a green sofa set, a coffee table, and a view of a cityscape through a window.

Classic Suite

  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Grand Suite

A well-appointed living room with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table with fruit. There is a fireplace, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

Grand Suite

  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (Castle View)

A room with a view of a castle, a sofa, a chair, a lamp, a dresser, and a coffee table with books.

Suite (Castle View)

  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room

Suite (Bowes-Lyon)

  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (Balmoral)

A traditional room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a table with a lamp.

Suite (Balmoral)

  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (J.K. Rowling)

A well-lit living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and a desk with a lamp.

Suite (J.K. Rowling)

  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (Glamis)

Room

Suite (Glamis)

  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (Scone and Crombie)

A spacious living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

Suite (Scone and Crombie)

  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2EQ

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • George Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Mile - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 29 min drive
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 1 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 2 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 24 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 20 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Society Bar & Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dishoom Edinburgh - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Guildford Arms - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Balmoral Hotel

  • You'll be in a fantastic location at The Balmoral Hotel, only a five-minute walk from Princes Street and George Street. You can visit the spa to be pampered with hot stone massages, body wraps or manicures and pedicures, and Number One, one of 3 restaurants, serves dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 bars/lounges, an indoor pool and a fitness centre. The helpful staff and bar get great marks from fellow travellers. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 3 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 7 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 187 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Check-out time is noon

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • On-site valet parking (GBP 45.00 per night)
    • On-site garage

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

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Reviews

The Balmoral Hotel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as fantastic, phenomenal, amazing, high-quality, and excellent by multiple guests. (25 reviews)
  • The restaurant at this property offers excellent food, impeccable service, and a Michelin-rated dining experience. (26 reviews)
  • The spa facilities were top-notch, offering relaxing experiences, excellent equipment, and professional staff. (11 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Truly amazing hotel, location, staff and room. The breakfast is awsome too
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10/10 Exceptional

The location is excellent. The staff was superb. Food at breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner were very good. Suite was well maintained.
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10/10 Exceptional

The best service at a hotel I have EVER experienced. I can’t imagine going back to Edinburgh and staying anywhere else. Location was amazing and the staff and service was next level. We had our 6 month old with us and they included so many amenities (baby bath, baby toiletries, bottle warmer and sterilizer, and more), truly made me feel at ease. Worth the splurge.
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10/10 Exceptional

The Balmoral is everything a grand hotel should be. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel genuinely welcomed, attentive and warm without ever being stuffy. Our room was spotless, beautifully appointed and wonderfully quiet, a real retreat after long days exploring Edinburgh. The location could not be better. You step out onto Princes Street with the castle and the Old Town right in front of you, and everything is within walking distance. Breakfast was excellent, with high-quality ingredients and service that set the tone for the day. The whisky bar is a highlight in its own right, with an impressive selection and knowledgeable staff who are happy to guide you. Every detail was handled with care. I have stayed at many of the world's finest hotels, and The Balmoral stands among the best. I would not hesitate to return and recommend it without reservation.
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10/10 Exceptional

The Balmoral is a beautiful hotel! Its location is perfect since it’s close to all major attractions. The staff are accommodating and helpful. I’ve stayed in two different rooms and both were lovely and had great views. The restaurant is very good and the high tea in the Palm Court is superb!
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10/10 Exceptional

Was a wonderful stay, clean, staff very attentive
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, exceptional service, tremendous location, relaxing and well equipped gym/spa area, and the the best breakfast/in hotel bar.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely perfect! Location is amazing and the staff are incredible and made our stay extra special.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff and perfect location.Very clean ,excellent service
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a dream to stay at the balmoral. The service and staff were beyond exceptional, the location was unbeatable, and the hotel was just luxurious in every way.
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8/10 Very good

The Balmoral Hotel was impeccable and very clean. The door mans were always very polite and helpful. The location is excellent near the Waverley train station and within a decent walk to Old Edinburgh. The only disappointment was that we had an emergency and wanted to leave one day earlier but the Hotel management refused to give a credit or a even a partial refund. We were forced to stay the extra night since the room fee was very high.
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10/10 Exceptional

Pure 5’star luxury hotel with all the amenities you would expect except chocolate at turn down.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Top notch service and rooms were majestic. Highly recommend!!
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff and service at this magnificent property are wonderful. You feel at home the moment the door man greets you and you enter the hotel. Our room was spacious and nicely furnished. We would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone who wants a special experience when visiting Edinburgh!
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10/10 Exceptional

Stunning hotel, beautiful room with an air of luxury. Breakfast was high quality.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Property was elegant in every aspect, great location for sightseeing and restaurants.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful suite and a very high level of service.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Super attentive & friendly staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff, amenities, and location
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing service, fab facilities
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Except for the room not having a view everything was great.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room is beautiful, dinner was delicious and the staff is incredible! Couldn’t recommend this hotel more!!
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

From arrival, through reception experience the room including upgrade Spa facilities and quality of the Treatment, breakfast and afternoon tea it was all wonderful.
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10/10 Exceptional

Service was exceptional. Brilliant for a festive family trip and the staff couldn’t do enough to make my daughters feel welcome.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Everything was great except our room’s view