Title: The Balmoral Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=1100&destination=Edinburgh%2C+Scotland%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=9339&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Balmoral Hotel Guests savor exceptional cuisine with panoramic views of Edinburgh's cityscape at this elegant hotel where fine dining meets Scottish hospitality ## Photo gallery for The Balmoral Hotel ![3 restaurants, breakfast served - The Balmoral Hotel (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/f4a9687d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Suite (Glamis) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk - The Balmoral Hotel (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/61491941.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - The Balmoral Hotel (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/a0164f9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Indoor pool - The Balmoral Hotel (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/34456719.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Suite (Scone and Crombie) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk - The Balmoral Hotel (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/a506933a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies 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 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 28 - Mar 29](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=9339&PinnedHotelID=9339&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=9339&PinnedHotelID=9339&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 29 - Mar 30](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=9339&PinnedHotelID=9339&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=9339&PinnedHotelID=9339&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=9339&PinnedHotelID=9339&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=9339&PinnedHotelID=9339&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr 10 - Apr 12](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=9339&PinnedHotelID=9339&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=9339&PinnedHotelID=9339&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 17 of 17 rooms ### View all photos for Junior Suite ![Junior Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/280bc77d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Suite 10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Junior Suite (Castle View) ![Junior Suite (Castle View) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/33084c70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Suite (Castle View) - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Classic Room ![Classic Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/22ccb937.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room 9.6 Exceptional 30 reviews - 205 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Executive Room ![Executive Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/02d60c13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Room 10.0 Exceptional 48 reviews - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room ![Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/caa2805e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room 10.0 Exceptional 22 reviews - 291 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Executive View Room ![Executive View Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/b57a15b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive View Room 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Executive Room (Old Town View) ![Executive Room (Old Town View) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/35184056.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Room (Old Town View) 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room (Old Town View) ![Deluxe Room (Old Town View) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/dadb9ac6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room (Old Town View) - 291 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room (Castle View) ![Deluxe Room (Castle View) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/6f0b9058.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room (Castle View) 10.0 Exceptional 7 reviews - 291 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Classic Suite ![Classic Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/fb2edd90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Suite - 592 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Grand Suite ![Grand Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/79dcdd57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Grand Suite - 592 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Suite (Castle View) ![Suite (Castle View) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/101884eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite (Castle View) - 592 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Suite (Bowes-Lyon) ![Suite (Bowes-Lyon) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/601da3cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite (Bowes-Lyon) - 592 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Suite (Balmoral) ![Suite (Balmoral) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/c1313085.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite (Balmoral) - 592 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Suite (J.K. Rowling) ![Suite (J.K. Rowling) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/56234969.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite (J.K. Rowling) - 592 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Suite (Glamis) ![Suite (Glamis) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/61491941.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite (Glamis) - 592 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Suite (Scone and Crombie) ![Suite (Scone and Crombie) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9339/a506933a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite (Scone and Crombie) - 592 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ## You may also like Ad ![Rooftop terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74640000/74635500/74635444/238d881c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Virgin Hotels Edinburgh Old Town Edinburgh - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 1,424 reviews $235 nightly $282 total Apr 6 - Apr 7 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-Virgin-Hotels-Edinburgh.h74635444.Hotel-Information?chkin=2026-4-6&chkout=2026-4-7&rm1=a2®ionId=6069845&destination=Edinburgh (and vicinity)&destType=MARKET&latLong=55.95137,-3.19638&searchId=50808ba2-bfd4-4bd0-9cd5-221cd3ef2bc0&top_cur=USD) Ad ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1700/1648/aabe526e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Hilton Edinburgh Carlton Old Town Edinburgh - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.com/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEdinburgh-Hotels-The-Balmoral-Hotel.h9339.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.com/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEdinburgh-Hotels-The-Balmoral-Hotel.h9339.Hotel-Information) ## About the neighborhood Located in Edinburgh City Centre, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, The Balmoral Hotel is near a train station. Princes Street and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit George Street and Grassmarket. Don't miss out on a visit to Edinburgh Zoo. [Visit our Edinburgh travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh.dx6069845) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.95321%2C-3.18974&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=uZJ3uj4fhcFZMnGDkKViNzCgw14=) 1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2EQ ### What's nearby - ![Walter Scott Monument in the Rainy Day, Edinburgh, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129679/519ee91c-169e-4464-8e7f-889b559cf4ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Princes Street 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![street view of George street at Edinburgh, scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6152386/71e8313a-bb03-4920-b0db-8a1c587b45df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) George Street 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![sunset time, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129680/b0aa6d48-51b3-4993-b8c7-66a149700e62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Royal Mile 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Edinburgh royal playhouse theater](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081275/d26f3d71-7376-44ad-8534-31451e98bfb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500994/fa5ce512-5bc1-4346-92b7-925b310f5462.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) 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 - Starbucks 2 min walk - Haute Dolci 2 min walk - McDonald's 2 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 body wrap, a body scrub, or a hot stone massage 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 - A banquet hall, massage treatment rooms, and wedding services - Concierge services, a porter/bellhop, and a 24-hour front desk - 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. ## Similar properties ![Rooftop terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74640000/74635500/74635444/238d881c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Virgin Hotels Edinburgh Old Town Edinburgh - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 1,424 reviews $235 nightly $282 total Apr 6 - Apr 7 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=74635444&PinnedHotelID=74635444&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Daily local cuisine breakfast for a fee](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29510000/29507400/29507352/8dbf1cdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Market Street Hotel Old Town Edinburgh - 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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? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Balmoral Hotel? ### Is The Balmoral Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Balmoral Hotel? ### What time is check-out at The Balmoral Hotel? ### Where is The Balmoral Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Balmoral Hotel Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 9.8 Staff & service ### 9.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 882 8 - Good 78 6 - Okay 25 4 - Poor 9 2 - Terrible 6 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann Mar 23, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Absolutely perfect! Location is amazing and the staff are incredible and made our stay extra special. ##### Ann Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### george Mar 22, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent staff and perfect location.Very clean ,excellent service ##### george Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Javorka Mar 2, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Top notch service and rooms were majestic. Highly recommend!! ##### Javorka Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amin Jan 27, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff, amenities, and location ##### Amin Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine Dec 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room is beautiful, dinner was delicious and the staff is incredible! Couldn’t recommend this hotel more!! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1a46fd90-67fc-4b60-adf9-cc9cc0582742-1766397804224.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Christine Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nikhil Dec 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very helpful staff ##### Nikhil Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy Sep 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Property was elegant in every aspect, great location for sightseeing and restaurants. ##### Tracy Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### carolyn Dec 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Outstanding service. Numerous added touches that made the stay especially memorable — Christmas morning “stocking” filled with fruit, nuts and tea canister’” traditional Scottish food menu items along with many other choices, excellent housekeeping service (phone charger cords neatly tied up with a hotel tie), lovely afternoon tea and Christmas dinner. Fantastic stay! ##### carolyn Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stuart Dec 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Friendly, helpful staff. Nicely decorated hotel. Clean and tidy room. ##### Stuart Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### JUAN CARLOS Dec 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great place. Excellent services and location wow Wow ##### JUAN CARLOS Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vadim Nov 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Great short stay in Edinbruh. Super clean and very helpful staff. Particularly enjoyed the pool, gym and spa area. Holiday decorations was a bonus. ##### Vadim Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig Dec 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Tremendously clean and tidy. Well appointed room ##### Craig Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin Oct 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautiful Hotel From check in to check out, our stay was lovely! The staff were friendly and very helpful, and the hotel itself is beautiful. If we are in the area again, we will be back! ##### Erin Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### LYNN Dec 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The location of The Balmoral Hotel is excellent. We used the valet service for parking and this worked very well for our short stay. Staff were very helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Housekeeping deserves a special mention as the room was spotless with a daily service and then a turn down service in the evening. We will definitely be returning to this amazing hotel. ##### LYNN Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### William Sep 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great staff and excellent service. ##### William Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Blomsterpigerne Dec 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Extraordinary service. ##### Blomsterpigerne Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexandra Sep 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everyone was super nice and helpful. ##### Alexandra Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timothy Apr 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely historic hotel with friendly staff, well appointed rooms, and good dining options. ##### Timothy Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marwan Jun 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Quiet and very centrally located. Great whiskey bar. ##### Marwan Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa Aug 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Gem in the heart of Edinburgh Beautiful hotel within easy walking distance of both Old Town and New Town. It is right at the exit of the Waverley Train station with many choices for shopping and restaurants nearby. The hotel itself is extremely comfortable with a great staff available to help with any request. ##### Teresa Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane Jul 12, 2025 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!! ##### Diane Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### COURTLAND Sep 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Yes, I used many of the facilities ##### COURTLAND Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carla Oct 12, 2025 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. ##### Carla Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dane Apr 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Everything was top notch! The staff, the property, the food. Loved our stay. ##### Dane Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sajith May 18, 2025 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. ##### Sajith Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - [Lodging](?equalTargetTab=tab-0) - [Flights](?equalTargetTab=tab-1) - [Packages](?equalTargetTab=tab-2) - [Cars](?equalTargetTab=tab-3) - [Vacation Rentals](?equalTargetTab=tab-4) - [Things to Do](?equalTargetTab=tab-5) - [Edinburgh Holiday Guest House](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-Edinburgh-Holiday-Guest-House.h10240161.Hotel-Information) - [The Ben Doran Guest House](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Ben-Doran-Guest-House.h69017.Hotel-Information) - [The Lane Hotel](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Lane-Hotel.h18243684.Hotel-Information) - [Eliza House](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-Eliza-House.h5761962.Hotel-Information) - [St Christopher's Edinburgh Old Town - Hostel](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-St-Christophers-Edinburgh-Old-Town.h45754941.Hotel-Information) - [Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-Ibis-Edinburgh-Centre-South-Bridge-Royal-Mile.h6793484.Hotel-Information) - [Braid Apartments by Mansley](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-Braid-Apartments-By-Mansley.h12292861.Hotel-Information) - [Britannia Hotel Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-Britannia-Hotel-Edinburgh.h4533.Hotel-Information) - [City Retreat Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-City-Retreat-Edinburgh.h10946810.Hotel-Information) - [Beaverbank Place - Campus Accommodation](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-Beaverbank-Place-Campus-Residence.h6915060.Hotel-Information) - [Old Waverley Hotel](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-Old-Waverley-Hotel.h24919.Hotel-Information) - [Falcon Crest Guest House](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-Falcon-Crest-Guest-House.h4253035.Hotel-Information) - [Ja The Bruntsfield - Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Edinburgh-City-Centre-Bruntsfield-Hotel.h20702.Hotel-Information) - [30 Castle Street Aparthotel](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-ALTIDO-Thirty-Castle-Street.h82866556.Hotel-Information) - [Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh West End](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Edinburgh-West-End.h19288210.Hotel-Information) - [Syozant Lauriston Central ApartHotel](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-Syozant-Lauriston-Central-ApartHotel.h19174652.Hotel-Information) - [Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-Aparthotel-Adagio-Edinburgh-Royal-Mile.h16281979.Hotel-Information) - [Doubletree by Hilton Edinburgh City Centre](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Edinburgh-City-Centre.h518686.Hotel-Information) - [Km Hotel](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-KM-Central.h1157217.Hotel-Information) - [Lovely renovated private room minutes from the Meadows](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Hotels-Lovely-Renovated-Private-Room-Minutes-From-The-Meadows.h39163831.Hotel-Information) - [Flights to Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Edinburgh.d6069845.Travel-Guide-Flights) - [Edinburgh Vacations](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh.d6069845.Destination-Travel-Guides) - [Car rentals near Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Edinburgh.d6069845.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Edinburgh Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.com/Edinburgh-Vacation-Rentals.d6069845.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals) - [Things to do in Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Edinburgh.d6069845.Travel-Guide-Activities)