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About the Hotel

1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH2 2EQ

The Balmoral Hotel is a 5-star establishment showcasing a stunning clock tower and elegant design elements reflecting the Scottish landscape. Guests can enjoy a luxury spa, exceptional dining options, and a renowned whisky bar with over 500 selections. Located in a historic area, it serves as a landmark blending modernity with classic architecture.

Rooms & Amenities

Accommodations at The Balmoral Hotel feature spacious rooms thoughtfully designed with blues and greys inspired by Scotland's woodlands and lochs. Amenities include king-size beds, marble bathrooms, in-room bars, and complimentary toiletries from Forte Organics, making each suite a blend of comfort and elegance.

Dining Options

Dining at The Balmoral includes the acclaimed Number One restaurant, awarded 4 AA Rosettes, offering French-Scottish cuisine. Guests can also indulge in award-winning afternoon tea and cocktails at Bar Prince, which features a selection of bespoke drinks crafted with fresh ingredients.

Leisure & Business

The Balmoral Hotel offers a serene urban spa, providing a range of relaxation treatments and wellness services. For events, the hotel has sophisticated meeting spaces that can accommodate various gatherings, from large scale meetings to private dinners.

Location & Transportation

Located adjacent to Old Town's centuries-old buildings, The Balmoral Hotel is within walking distance of landmarks such as Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Public transport options include the nearby Waverley Steps and bus services, facilitating easy exploration of the city.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Executive View Room

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Junior Suite

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4 persons

38 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Edinburgh400 m

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 14.2 km

Dundee (DND) 96.9 km

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station200 m

Bus

Bus stop200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

GBP 40 per day

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Sports trainer

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Turkish bath
Steam room
Pedicure
Manicure
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Separate tub and shower

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH2 2EQ

Map view

1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH2 2EQ

City landmarks

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

990 m

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

910 m

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

2.9 km

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

1.2 km

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

650 m

Landmark

Royal Mile

760 m

Park

Princes Street Gardens

960 m

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

830 m

Museum

The Writers' Museum

680 m

Museum

Gladstone's Land

690 m

Botanical Garden

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

1.9 km

Landmark

Surgeons' Hall Museums

810 m

Landmark

Princes Street

610 m

Museum

Dynamic Earth

1.2 km

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One

2.2 km

Landmark

The Scotch Whisky Experience

840 m

Museum

The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland

1.2 km

Square

Grassmarket

1.1 km

Park

Holyrood Park

2.5 km

Nearby

High Street 2 Warriston's Close

The Real Mary King's Close

550 m

St. Andrews House 2 Regent Road

Calton Hill

500 m

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

430 m

Monument

Scott Monument

250 m

32 Calton Hill

Nelson Monument

510 m

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

430 m

Museum

Museum of Childhood

520 m

2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)

Brass Rubbing Centre

410 m

Museum

John Knox House

590 m

Gallery

City Art Centre

310 m

Church

Mercat Cross

470 m

Restaurants

Palm Court at The Balmoral

0 m

1 Princes Street The Balmoral Hotel

The Cafe Royal

100 m

19 West Register Street

The Guildford Arms

70 m

1-5 West Register Street

Martone

100 m

1 Waterloo Place

Hongfu Noodle Bar

100 m

3-7 Waterloo Place

The Newsroom

130 m

5-11 Leith Street

Cafe Royal Oyster Bar

130 m

19 West Register Street

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