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The Balmoral Hotel

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

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Located near Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, The Balmoral Hotel combines luxury with convenience. Travelers appreciate the two bars, welcoming lobby fireplace, and indoor pool. The spa offers genuine relaxation, and the well-equipped gym provides an energizing workout.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar

Room options

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

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
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite (Castle View) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite (Castle View)

Highlights

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

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Classic Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Executive Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Executive View Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive View Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

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
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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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
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room (Castle View) | 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
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Suite

Highlights

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

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Grand Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Grand Suite

Highlights

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

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Suite (Castle View) | 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
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Bowes-Lyon) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite (Bowes-Lyon)

Highlights

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

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Suite (Balmoral) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite (Balmoral)

Highlights

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

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Suite (J.K. Rowling) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite (J.K. Rowling)

Highlights

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

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Suite (Glamis) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite (Glamis)

Highlights

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

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Suite (Scone and Crombie) | 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
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • George Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Royal Mile - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

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
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Balmoral Hotel

Luxury hotel near Princes Street
Located close to Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, The Balmoral Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and 2 bars. Treat yourself to a facial, a manicure/pedicure, or a body treatment at the onsite spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and a Michelin star rated meal. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a steam room.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Concierge services, wedding services, and massage treatment rooms
  • A front-desk safe, a porter/bellhop, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the bar, helpful staff, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 187 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, 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 transportation

  • 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

  • Elevator

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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 50 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 32 for adults and 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

Does The Balmoral Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is The Balmoral Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for GBP 40.00 per night.

What time is check-in at The Balmoral Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at The Balmoral Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Balmoral Hotel located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Princes Street, Calton Hill, and George Street. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are also within 10 minutes. St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) are within a 5-minute walk.

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The Balmoral Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 882 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1008 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love our stay at the Balmoral!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was elegant in every aspect, great location for sightseeing and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Amenities
Prince dinner was superb
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay at The Balmoral Hotel, very authentic with a lot of charm. the staff are super friendly,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dimitri

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and excellent service.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilio Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay here. Gorgeous hotel right in the heart of the city with everything walkable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was super nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful hotel! I do wish they explained the key card and the lights but overall it was a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

BECKY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Balmoral is an exquisite, elegant hotel. Every aspect is impeccable!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Earnell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel. I loved everything about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nisrine

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

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't eat there. Had good tea and coffee in room with a little bottle of milk in the fridge. Wonderful room, excellent shower, bath, toiletries towels and linens. Kelly at the front desk was lovely. I go back and forth from US to Scotland a couple of times a year and will definitely be back to the Balmoral.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

COURTLAND

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes, I used many of the facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
room was not ready on time poor breakfast choice
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 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

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic hotel with friendly staff, well appointed rooms, and good dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

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

Verified traveler

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

Balmoral

Great location Beautiful hotel fantastic staff amazing hotel you just need a comfortable lounge area - not the Scotch lounge a separate area
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Balmoral Hotel truly delivers a six-star experience. From the moment we walked into the grand lobby and enjoyed afternoon tea, we felt the highest level of hospitality. The afternoon tea here was the best we had in the UK — elegant, delicious, and unforgettable. Our room was beautiful and comfortable, with thoughtful details everywhere. The restaurant was also outstanding. Every dish was well prepared and full of flavor, making dining here a highlight of our stay. Combined with impeccable service and a perfect location in Edinburgh, The Balmoral is simply exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Kelvin Konrad

Disliked: Staff & service
The front door men did not open the door for me when I arrived from the airport with my luggage. They watched me and stared as if an alien arrived. That tainted everything from that point on. Subsequent attempts to be “nice” were futile. The hotel bills itself as luxury high end and charges accordingly. At such price points, guests expect great treatment.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 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

Sonia

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

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From beginning to end it was an absolut joy staying in this Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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