Guest Ratings

4.9

Excellent business hotel.

based on 1919 reviews

Location rated 4.8/5 based on reviews

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The Balmoral Hotel

5-Star Hotel

Edinburgh, 1 Princes Street

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

12:00 PM


Excellent Business Hotel

Top 1% in city

Excellent Wellness Hotel

Top 1% in city

Excellent Luxury Hotel

Top 1% in city

Excellent Romantic Hotel

Top 2% in city

4.8/5

Location

358 reviews

4.7/5

Bar

51 reviews

4.6/5

Service

594 reviews

4.5/5

Food

199 reviews

Choose from the Available Rooms

Check in
13 Oct, 2026
1
Check out
14 Oct, 2026

About this property

Location

With a stay at The Balmoral Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, steps from Princes Street and within a 5-minute walk of Calton Hill. This luxury hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from George Street.

Dining

Grab a bite at Number One, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are served on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 187 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Amenities

Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. Additional features at this Edwardian hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.

Business Amenities

Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. This hotel has 10 meeting rooms available for events.

Property Specifications

Total number of rooms - 187. Number of floors - 7. Number of buildings/towers - 1. Year Built - 1902

National Tourism body ratings

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Languages our Staff can assist you in

English

Payment types at the property

American Express, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa, Cash not accepted, Debit cards not accepted

Check-in Instructions

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.Minimum check-in age is not specified.

Check-in Special Instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Minimum check-in age is: not specified.

Optional extras

Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 32 for adults and GBP 15 for children. Valet parking fee: GBP 45.00 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.

Pets Policy

Pets allowed, Service animals are allowed, Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

What You Need to Know

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.

Discover places near the hotel

  • Princes Street

    100 m

  • St James Quarter

    200 m

  • St. Andrew Square

    300 m

  • Scott Monument

    300 m

  • Waterloo Place

    300 m

  • Calton Hill

    300 m

  • City Art Centre

    400 m

  • Edinburgh Dungeon

    400 m

  • George Street

    400 m

  • Omni Centre Edinburgh

    500 m

  • Royal Mile

    500 m

  • Real Mary King's Close

    500 m

  • St. Giles' Cathedral

    500 m

  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

    500 m

  • Edinburgh Visit Scotland Information Centre

    600 m

Hotel Amenities

  • Coffee

  • Carpeted

  • Pets allowed

  • Iron and board

  • Breakfast in room

  • Sauna

  • Bars

  • Banquet

  • 24-hour front desk

  • Indoor swimming pool

  • Spa

  • Internet access

  • Room service

  • Restaurant

  • Parking

  • Fitness centre

  • Non-smoking rooms

  • Swimming pool

  • Family Rooms

  • Shower

  • Free Wifi

  • Wifi

  • Lift

  • Laundry Service

  • Safe

  • Slippers

  • Desk

  • Hairdryer

  • Telephone

  • Pay per view

  • Minibar

  • Express check in

  • Bathroom

  • First aid

  • Cleaning

  • Cot

  • Steam room

  • Beach nearby

  • Garage

  • Housekeeping

  • Concierge

  • Air conditioning

  • Valet parking

  • Massage

  • Luggage storage