The Balmoral Hotel
1 Princes Street
About This Property
Luxurious Accommodation:
The Balmoral, first opened in 1902, offers elegantly designed rooms with marble bathrooms and interactive TVs. Many rooms boast stunning views of Edinburgh Castle and the Old Town, providing a truly unforgettable stay.
Culinary Delights:
Indulge in a gastronomic experience at The Balmoral's dining establishments. From the fine dining menu at Number One Restaurant to the informal Brasserie Prince and the innovative cocktails at Bar Prince, there's something to satisfy every palate. Don't forget to enjoy a traditional afternoon tea at Palm Court.
Relaxation and Wellness:
Unwind and rejuvenate at The Balmoral Spa, featuring a pool, sauna, Turkish steam room, and 5 treatment rooms. With an exercise studio available, guests can stay active and pampered during their stay.
Experience luxury and sophistication at The Balmoral in the heart of Edinburgh. Book now for an unforgettable stay!
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fabulous hotel with amazing whisky collection
The staff go above and beyond to meet your expectations. Very friendly and always on hand to try and assist. Ross in the whisky bar is a walking encyclopedia.
👍 Liked
- • The staff go above and beyond to meet your expectations. Very friendly and always on hand to try and assist. Ross in the whisky bar is a walking encyclopedia.
👎 Disliked
- • Nothing, it was all fabulous
Worst value for money we have ever experienced.
All restaurants were great, we enjoyed both dinner at Number One and breakfast very much.
👍 Liked
- • All restaurants were great, we enjoyed both dinner at Number One and breakfast very much.
👎 Disliked
- • The room was a big disappointment, for 1400 CHF it was the worst value for money we have ever experienced. The room was quite small with a view of a house wall. The room had no charm, nothing historical, it looked like a business hotel. There was still a cable sticking out of the wall in the bathroom. The air conditioning was very loud and smelled of food, the windows could not be opened.
Beautiful, smart & comfortable hotel
Beautiful, smart & comfortable hotel.
👍 Liked
- • Beautiful, smart & comfortable hotel.
👎 Disliked
- • Nothing to dislike.
A really pleasant stay
Really nice hotel, great staff, tasty food, comfy bed, best ice cream (Joelato), very pleasant scent in the lobby. Would definitely come back!
👍 Liked
- • Really nice hotel, great staff, tasty food, comfy bed, best ice cream (Joelato), very pleasant scent in the lobby. Would definitely come back!
Best Hotel Experience In My Entire Life
Spent 4 nights at The Balmoral Hotel recently on a trip to Scotland. It was hands-down the best hotel experience I’ve ever had in my life. I’ve stayed at the Beverly Wilshire in Los Angeles, the Hotel Del Coronado in San Diego, Hilton’s Conrad properties all over, JW Marriott’s and Four Seasons. Never have I had the combination of Service, History, and Location that I had at the Balmoral. It blows them all away and is my new gold standard. On the service front, when housekeeping tidied up our room or did turn-down service they put our eyeglasses on lens wipes and put a bookmark in our books. I know that might sound silly, but the level of attention to detail like that was the type of thing that really stood out. Another thing: being a guest at the hotel entitles you to use of their spa facilities, namely the steam room and sauna. That is a benefit that is typically reserved for spa guests only. At the daily included breakfast they had an incredible spread and menu options. I got eggs benedict or avocado toast. So good. The staff were all wonderful, from bellmen at the door to front desk to the restaurant and whiskey room, and of course the aforementioned housekeeping team. Their whiskey room must have had a selection of over 500 bottles from across Scotland. We did a flight and had a great experience. Finally, location cannot be beat. Right in the heart of the city, next to the largest train station, walkable to everything, with unobstructed views from all sides. Incredible. 10/10, will stay again.
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- • Spent 4 nights at The Balmoral Hotel recently on a trip to Scotland. It was hands-down the best hotel experience I’ve ever had in my life. I’ve stayed at the Beverly Wilshire in Los Angeles, the Hotel Del Coronado in San Diego, Hilton’s Conrad properties all over, JW Marriott’s and Four Seasons. Never have I had the combination of Service, History, and Location that I had at the Balmoral. It blows them all away and is my new gold standard. On the service front, when housekeeping tidied up our room or did turn-down service they put our eyeglasses on lens wipes and put a bookmark in our books. I know that might sound silly, but the level of attention to detail like that was the type of thing that really stood out. Another thing: being a guest at the hotel entitles you to use of their spa facilities, namely the steam room and sauna. That is a benefit that is typically reserved for spa guests only. At the daily included breakfast they had an incredible spread and menu options. I got eggs benedict or avocado toast. So good. The staff were all wonderful, from bellmen at the door to front desk to the restaurant and whiskey room, and of course the aforementioned housekeeping team. Their whiskey room must have had a selection of over 500 bottles from across Scotland. We did a flight and had a great experience. Finally, location cannot be beat. Right in the heart of the city, next to the largest train station, walkable to everything, with unobstructed views from all sides. Incredible. 10/10, will stay again.
A great place for afternoon tea.
A great place. Classy and delicious. Yes, it is a bit expensive, but it was worth it. I will go back there when I return to Edinburgh again.
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- • A great place. Classy and delicious. Yes, it is a bit expensive, but it was worth it. I will go back there when I return to Edinburgh again.
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