The Balmoral Hotel

1 Princes Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom (577 m from centre)

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577 m from centre

The Balmoral Hotel on Princes Street boasts an impressive 4 AA Rosettes restaurant, a swimming pool, and a gym for a healthy stay. Waverley Station and Edinburgh's main shopping district are just a short 5-minute stroll away. Established in 1902, this iconic hotel now offers luxurious rooms with spacious marble bathrooms and interactive TVs. Many rooms offer breathtaking views of Edinburgh Castle and the historic Old Town. The Number One Restaurant serves exquisite fine dining, while Brasserie Prince provides a casual yet sophisticated atmosphere for meals. Afternoon tea is served in Palm Court, and innovative cocktails are crafted at Bar Prince in a relaxed setting. For whisky enthusiasts, SCOTCH offers an extensive selection of over 500 Scottish varieties. The Balmoral Spa features a sauna, Turkish steam room, 5 treatment rooms, and an exercise studio for ultimate relaxation. With its striking clock tower, this 5-star hotel provides luxurious accommodations in the heart of Edinburgh. The city's airport is just a 25-minute drive away.

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Room type		Guests
Room description Classic Double Room Room info Each classic room features a queen-size bed and views of the courtyard of the hotel. The en-suite facilities contain Italian marble bathrooms with a bath and shower, as well as bathrobes and slippers, and complimentary toiletries from Forte Organics. Guests will find a TV with interactive entertainment, an in-room bar, a safe and tea/coffee making facilities. Children and extra beds Children: no more than 1	Classic Double Room		Show prices
Room description Executive Double Room Room info The spacious executive rooms feature a queen-size bed. Guests can enjoy views of the city or the hotel's internal courtyard from their room. The en-suite facilities contain Italian marble bathrooms with a bath and shower, as well as bathrobes and slippers, and complimentary toiletries from Forte Organics. Guests will find a TV with interactive entertainment, an in-room bar, a safe and tea/coffee making facilities. Children and extra beds Children: no more than 1	Executive Double Room		Show prices
Room description Deluxe Room Room info The spacious deluxe rooms feature a king-size bed and views of Edinburgh or the hotel's internal courtyard. The en-suite facilities contain Italian marble bathrooms with a bath and shower, as well as bathrobes and slippers, and complimentary toiletries from Forte Organics. Guests will find a TV with interactive entertainment, an in-room bar, a safe and tea/coffee making facilities. Children and extra beds Children: no more than 1	Deluxe Room		Show prices
Room description Deluxe Castle View Room info Rooms offering panoramic views of Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street with a seating area and king bed. The en-suite facilities contain Italian marble bathrooms with a bath and shower, as well as bathrobes and slippers, and complimentary toiletries from Forte Organics. Guests will find a TV with interactive entertainment, an in-room bar, a safe and tea/coffee making facilities. Children and extra beds Children: no more than 2	Deluxe Castle View	x 4	Show prices
Room description Junior Suite Room info The junior suites feature a lounge area in the room and views of Edinburgh or the hotel's internal courtyard. The en-suite facilities contain Italian marble bathrooms with a bath and shower, as well as bathrobes and slippers, and complimentary toiletries from Forte Organics. Guests will find a TV with interactive entertainment, an in-room bar, a safe and tea/coffee making facilities. Children and extra beds Children: no more than 2	Junior Suite	x 4	Show prices
Room description Classic Suite Room info The classic suites feature a separate bedroom and seating area for guests. The en-suite facilities contain Italian marble bathrooms with a bath and shower, as well as bathrobes and slippers, and complimentary toiletries from Forte Organics. Guests will find a TV with interactive entertainment and in-house films, an in-room bar, a safe and tea/coffee making facilities. Children and extra beds Children: no more than 2	Classic Suite	x 4	Show prices

Area Info - The Balmoral Hotel

Closest landmarks

Edinburgh Waverley station 0.1 km
Waterloo Place 0.1 km
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions 0.2 km
City Art Centre 0.2 km
Multrees Walk 0.3 km
Brass Rubbing Centre 0.3 km
Scottish Gems 0.4 km
The Real Mary King's Close 0.4 km
The City of Edinburgh Council 0.4 km
St. Giles Cathedral 0.4 km

Facilities - The Balmoral Hotel

General	Parking, Pets allowed
Activities	Walking tours
Services	Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services
Food & Drink	Restaurant, Wine/champagne, Kid meals, Breakfast in the room, Room service, Bar
Pool and wellness	Body Treatments, Pedicure, Manicure, Facial treatments, Beauty Services, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Body scrub, Body wrap, Spa Facilities, Steam room, Indoor pool (all year), Spa lounge/relaxation area, Spa/wellness packages, Back massage, Indoor pool, Sauna, Neck massage, Foot massage, Hammam, Massage, Spa and wellness centre, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Fitness, Fitness centre, Personal trainer, Fitness/spa locker rooms, Swimming pool
Transport	Parking garage
Reception services	Concierge service, 24-hour front desk, Luggage storage, Valet parking, Safety deposit box, Express check-in/check-out
Cleaning services	Laundry, Daily housekeeping, Ironing service
Business facilities	Meeting/banquet facilities
Miscellaneous	Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Lift, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning

House Rules - The Balmoral Hotel

Check-in	15:00
Check-out	12:00
Groups	When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Internet	WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking	Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 40 per day.
Pets	Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Children and extra bed policy	Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot. Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed. Children from 4 years old to 12 years old stay for £50 per person per night when using an existing bed. Children from 4 years old to 12 years old stay for £50 per person per night when using an available extra bed. Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management. Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
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^*The Fine Print

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property. Please inform The Balmoral Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. Spa/wellness centre is closed from Mon 06 Jan 2025 until Mon 31 Mar 2025 Reservations of 7 nights or more will require full prepayment. Spa Update We will be undertaking an improvement project in our spa from 20th September 2024, therefore our treatment rooms will be temporarily relocated. We ask guests to arrive at the spa reception on the lower ground floor 10 minutes prior to the appointment to be escorted to the treatment rooms. Use of Spa Facilities Use of our spa facilities is complimentary for hotel residents during their stay. As of the 23rd September 2024 our changing rooms and bathrooms will be closed due to our improvement project, therefore we ask guests to arrive dressed in their bathrobes/slippers to use the facilities.