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Overview
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Location
Amenities
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Luxury hotel with spa, near Princes Street

9.6/10 Exceptional

1,003 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

Parking available

Pool

Free WiFi

Pet-friendly

Gym

Non-smoking

1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2EQ

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

In New Town
Princes Street - 1 min walk
Royal Mile - 6 min walk
University of Edinburgh - 12 min walk
Edinburgh Castle - 12 min walk
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 1 min drive
Princes Street Gardens - 6 min drive
George Street - 3 min drive
Grassmarket - 11 min drive
Murrayfield Stadium - 14 min drive
Edinburgh Zoo - 29 min drive

Getting around

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 33 min drive
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 2 min walk
Edinburgh Waverley Station - 3 min walk
Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 24 min walk

Restaurants

Deli Fresco - 3 min walk
Tiles Bar - 3 min walk
Dishoom - 3 min walk
The Ivy on the Square - 4 min walk
Brewhemia - 4 min walk

About this property

The Balmoral Hotel

When you stay at The Balmoral Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. You can visit the spa to be pampered with hot stone massages, body wraps, or mani/pedis, and Number One, one of 3 restaurants, serves dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 bars/lounges, an indoor pool, and a fitness center. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property

High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected

Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter

Social distancing

Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays

Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff

Temperature checks given to staff

Temperature checks available for guests

Masks and gloves available

Hand sanitizer provided

This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

187 rooms
Arranged over 7 floors

Arriving/Leaving

Check-in time from 3 PM - 11 PM
Express check-out available
Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome

Internet

Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

Onsite valet parking (GBP 40.00 per night)
Onsite garage

Other information

Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Full breakfast (surcharge)
3 restaurants
2 bars/lounges
24-hour room service

Traveling with children

Children's menu

Working away

10 meeting rooms

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Porter/bellhop
Umbrellas

Facilities

1 building/tower
Built in 1902
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fireplace in lobby
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Full-service spa
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room

Accessibility

Elevator

Languages

English

Room amenities

Be entertained

Smart television
Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

Turndown service
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Phone

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 5 treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Number One - This fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. 1-star Michelin rating.

Brasserie Prince - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Palm Court - This restaurant serves light fare only. Open daily.

Bar Prince - This bar serves light fare only. Open daily.

SCOTCH - Onsite bar. Open select days.

Awards and affiliations

Green / Sustainable 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.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of GBP 29 per person (approximately)

Children & extra beds

Rollaway beds are available for GBP 50.0 per day

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 50 per pet, per stay

Parking

Valet parking costs GBP 40.00 per night

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer.

Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings.

Policies

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.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Balmoral Edinburgh

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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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Balmoral Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at The Balmoral Hotel?

This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, social distancing measures are in place, and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.

Is there a pool at The Balmoral Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Balmoral Hotel?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Balmoral Hotel?

Yes. Valet parking costs GBP 40.00 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Balmoral Hotel?

You can check in from 3 PM - 11 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Balmoral Hotel and nearby?

The Balmoral Hotel has 2 bars and a spa, as well as an indoor pool and a steam room.

Are there restaurants at or near The Balmoral Hotel?

Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants. Nearby restaurants include The Ivy on the Square (4-min walk), Brewhemia (4-min walk), and Holy Cow (5-min walk).

What's the area around The Balmoral Hotel like?

The Balmoral Hotel is in New Town, a short 2-minute walk from Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) and 6 minutes' walk from Royal Mile. Our travelers say the local area is very walkable.

9.6

Exceptional

9.7/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.5/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness