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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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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
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Castle View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 323 sq ft
  • 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
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 269 sq ft
  • 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
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room (Old Town View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 291 sq ft
  • 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
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 592 sq ft
  • 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
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 592 sq ft
  • 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
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Bowes-Lyon)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Balmoral) | Bathroom | Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Suite (Balmoral)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (J.K. Rowling)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Glamis)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 592 sq ft
  • 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
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2EQ

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Royal Mile - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grassmarket - 9 min walk - 0.5 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
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬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 massage, a facial, or a body scrub 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 water dispenser, a reception hall, and massage treatment rooms
  • A 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and a ballroom
  • 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

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.

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

As of Nov 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Balmoral Hotel on Nov 17, 2025 start from $493.23, excluding 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 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 at The Balmoral Hotel?

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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Reviews

The Balmoral Hotel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 884 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1009 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sajith

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

10/10 Excellent

Annemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the Balmoral. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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

Elaine

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

Brilliant stay

Great stay. Everyone was very pleasant and welcoming,, Everyone was vert attentive,,we did not want for anything
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

nabil

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

Gilbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is great. Friendly hotel team. Location is amazing. Great option when visiting Edinburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellenwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel. Amazing staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This building and it’s history alone is amazing. Brasserie Prince is a must. I adore this hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this property is spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Birthday Treat!

Fantastic stay with a great dinner in the hotel restaurant in the evening. Also a lovely breakfast with friendly, extremely helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Edinburgh Hotel

Excellent hotel and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The history of it and it's location are excellent. The train station is next door and it's centrally located for easy walking for sightseeing, shopping, dining, etc. And the staff is superb!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hemal

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

Truly a royal experience

The most beautiful hotel and attentive staff you could ask for. All requests were handled professionally and truly was a memorable experience. Afternoon tea at Palm court was also sublime.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy access from station, vlose to everything, fab cocktail bar
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024