The Balmoral Hotel
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The Balmoral Hotel
Located just 600 metres from shopping venues such as Princes Mall Shopping Centre, the 5-star Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh includes a restaurant and a storage room. This Edinburgh hotel boasts a setting not so far from The Real Mary King's Close and features a Turkish steam bath, a Turkish steam room, and an indoor pool along with a swimming pool.
Holyrood Park is approximately 10 minutes by car from the property, which also stands just 450 metres from Edinburgh Old Town. The Balmoral Edinburgh offers proximity to such natural sights as Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (2.1 km) and Princes Street Gardens (1 km). The accommodation is situated only a short drive from Dynamic Earth, and Edinburgh bus station lies just 650 metres away. Dundee airport is located 100 km from The Balmoral Hotel.
Some of the 188 air-conditioned rooms at this Edinburgh property are furnished with a writing desk, and appointed with a mini-fridge-bar and coffee/tea making equipment. These units also come with a tile floor. The private bathrooms are equipped with a hair dryer. Certain units overlook the courtyard. Self-catering facilities in a house include a kitchenette with a microwave, an electric kettle, and a fridge.
You might also like beauty treatments, body wraps, and body scrub available at the Balmoral. A wellness centre and a spa lounge is sure to make for an excellent stay.
This Edinburgh hotel offers breakfast in the restaurant. Guests can enjoy Asian dishes served in Gurkha Cafe & Restaurant located about 200 metres from the property.
Amenities
Main Features
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour services
- Express check-in/ -out
- Swimming Pool
- Fitness/Gym
- Spa and relaxation
- On-site Dining
Facilities
- 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
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- 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
- Fitness centre
- Sports trainer
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
- Rollaway beds
- Separate tub and shower
- Children's menu
- Carpeted floor
Policy
- Children and extra beds
- Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.
Map
Local Attractions
Attractions
- The Real Mary King's Close (400 m)
- ScotlandsPeople Centre (100 m)
- City Art Centre (250 m)
- Melville's Monument (250 m)
- Lago Lomond (100 m)
- Scott Monument (250 m)
- Holyrood House (450 m)
- Edinburgh Old Town (350 m)
- Duke of Wellington (300 m)
Airports
- Edinburgh (15 km)
Train stations
- Edinburgh Waverley station (200 m)
Reviews
100% Verified Reviews
Murray
2023-10-09
Well-appointed and brand-new units with a spectacular view over the castle. Lovely bedroom, extremely comfortable separate bathroom, nice pool.
Martin
2023-09-15
The room was quiet and bright with great views, the check-in was quick. Our breakfast was exquisite and enjoyable and for the smoked salmon, the staff was motivated.
Bruce
2023-09-13
Thanks to the staff for being courteous and compassionate and providing us with an excellent service. The rooms are fairly quiet and bright and have gorgeous view of the old town. Food options are perfect.
Joe
2023-08-11
Its location a short walk from the heart of Edinburgh is magnificent and beautiful.
Michael
2023-08-04
Wonderful old and truly exceptional hotel in a magnificent position on the railway station.
Douglas
2023-07-25
The deluxe room I stayed in was brand-new with a view. The breakfast was good hot for vegetarians, and the food was good!
Edward
2023-07-24
The restaurant was beautiful which has a Michelin Star, I tried delicious dishes. The view of the castle it had was unbelievable. The best possible location was just a walking distance from Omni Centre.
Peter
2023-07-20
We would recommend this hotel, it was overall clean and first-rate. We had a really good christmas with good hot breakfast.
Thomas
2023-07-19
Immaculately clean room, marble bathroom with bathtub.
George
2023-07-18
Impressive hotel with everything fairly clean throughout and a marvellous and fab location to sights that we wanted to visit. Impeccable service, public parking available nearby.
Richard
2023-06-21
We had a GOOD stay, the hotel was truly exceptional, impeccably clean, with magnificent location to a train station giving for convenient travel. Greatly enjoyed the classic double room we had.
Dan
2023-06-14
It was based in very classy building in a perfect location, in the Princes restaurant. Had brunch in the Bar Prince, located nearby.
Samuel
2023-06-11
Legendary hotel with very courteous and absolutely kind staff, walking distance to brasseries and pubs. Impeccable service with a nice restaurant available. Not to mention public parking nearby.
R.
2023-06-07
Immaculately clean place with splendid view of the castle and the Scotsman building. Warm breakfasts and outstanding food available.
William
2023-05-11
Highly professional staff in this manner, brand-new deluxe room. Delicious and perfect breakfasts for vegetarians.
Matthew
2023-04-27
The very central location, motivated staff - beautiful and absolutely fabulous hotel. Perfect and exquisite breakfast selection for all tastes with many options to choose from and cheeses.
Frank
2023-04-15
Enjoyable breakfast, clean and lively hotel. Spotless and luxurious rooms with an excellent bathroom, a view of the castle and really comfy bed, courteous staff. Marvellous and easy location right next to Waverley Mall. Near to the Old Town, the train station and Edinburgh. Warm food in the attached restaurant. Cold drinks at cocktail bar, fantastic service.
John
2023-03-21
Clean, gorgeous hotel with lovely decor; the location is brilliant right by the train station. Make sure you stay in the classic queen room with an amazing view, lovely bottles of scotch plus tea or lunch.
Martyn
2023-03-05
The rooms are airy and en suite, and are complete with a view of the castle and large windows plus the internet.
Pamela
2023-02-17
Brand-new, high-class room with a separate bathroom and shower facilities, a hair dryer and slippers.
Robert
2023-02-13
Newly remodelled and high quality rooms, great-sized bathroom. The pool area is great too. Very good facilities, parking nearby. Incredible setting, short walk to Number One.
Walter
2023-02-13
Huge room and a safe, a minibar and coffee/tea making equipment inside. Exceptional service and a lovely pool onsite.
Noel
2023-01-09
The breakfast we ordered was delicious and perfect. It was in a marvellous and brilliant location minutes from The Scotsman Steps. The train station was 300 metres away.
Rex
2023-01-02
By and large, it was right place for sightseeing in Edinburgh, had much fun and met pleasant and courteous staff in this manner. I had spotless and bright room complete with large windows, excellent views of castle, mobile phone. The location was fab and awesome, close to Museum of Childhood. This hotel was located in a great area. The restaurant was great which has a Michelin Star and for every budget. I liked 2 nights there.
Anna
2022-12-18
Luxurious and huge room with a luxury bathroom. Excellent service overall and parking nearby.
David
2022-12-06
The location is central, very close to Princes Street and the Royal Mile as well as Edinburgh. Old Town district is absolutely worth visiting. The deluxe king room is luxurious and has a safe, a mini bar and a coffee/tea maker.
Laurence
2022-11-26
unbeatable location, 15 minutes' walk to royal mile. thoroughly enjoyable stay in great area. units for an extra £50.
Jennifer
2022-11-15
Incredible location for our visit to Royal Mile within walking distance of the hotel.
Paul
2022-11-14
The breakfasts were delicious and perfect with cheeses and fresh fruits, as for instance.
William
2022-11-12
Legendary and clean place. En suite and stunning rooms, gorgeous views of the old town. Exceptionally comfortable beds and perfect service. Easy check-out. Stunning location, close to Edinburgh City Chambers.
Amanda
2022-11-06
Liked the way our deluxe room was arranged. The folks working here were attentive and flexible. This accommodation was in the central location in Prince brasserie.
Anna
2022-10-17
They upgraded us to a huge room with a fantastic view. The service offered was exceptional.
Nigel
2022-10-14
The hotel staff were respectful, the breakfast was exquisite. The rooms were spotless and airy and had a luxury bathroom. The bed was comfortable as expected. The view was incredible, the service was very good.
Jack
2022-10-14
First-rate hotel with great and prime location near the train station, the centre and the gardens. Lovely design of interiors in classic double room. The breakfasts for the smoked salmon.
John
2022-10-07
We stayed in a fabulous and delightful room with an extra £50, really comfy bed and a spacious bathroom.
Anna
2022-10-07
Brilliant location within walking distance of a Leith street. Brilliant food. Lovely pool, parking nearby.
James
2022-10-05
Great parking and delicious breakfast for the smoked salmon. Deluxe room with an amazing view of the castle.
John
2022-10-03
Fairly clean hotel in a very comfortable building next to the Bistro as well as restaurant. Incredible and delightful rooms with a view of the castle. Knowledgeable staff, exceptional services, including lots of fabulous delicacies. Incredible location with parking nearby. Excellent scotches and cocktails in the cocktail bar: D
Ian
2022-09-23
Such great stay, we were there for 2 days. The location of the hotel was brilliant and top - not too far from Royal Mile. Furthermore, the area was great.
Vernon
2022-09-02
Spotless and delightful room and huge bathroom. Incredible view, exceptional service, exceptionally comfortable beds. Lovely pool to relax in too. In a very central location with bars and restaurants walking distance to the hotel. For tea or coffee visit The Cafe Royal nearby.
Not so friendly staff!
Jennifer
2022-08-30
Everything was amazing during 2 days, loved its incredible location just next door to shopping centre, Princes Street and the Royal Mile, and the railway station. A cool bonus was The Cafe Royal, located nearby, it offered tea and coffee. Could leave our car nearby. Was a good home base for christmas.
Tim
2022-07-18
The rooms are perfect and delightful for an extra £50, everything is great. The hotel's staff is welcoming.
Susan
2022-07-18
It was spotless, and employees were pleasant...
Willis
2020-04-10
right by royal mile. it was definitely 5 stars for us. located in 25 minutes' drive to the airport. we would recommend as we really enjoyed balmoral.
Robert
2020-01-11
The location was great, with The Newsroom nearby. Excellent services.
Frequently asked questions
- ❓What is the location of the 5-star Balmoral Hotel?The 5-star Balmoral Hotel is situated in the Old Town district, just 650 metres from the Leith Princes Street.
- 🕌Which popular sights can we visit during the stay at the Balmoral?You can visit the highly rated landmarks, such as the Leith Princes Street as well as The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, placed just 8 and 7 minutes walk away from the Balmoral respectively.
- ✈What is the distance between Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh and Dundee airport?Dundee airport and Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh are separated by 100 km distance.
- ❓Which railway station is the closest to the elegant 5-star Balmoral Hotel?The closest train station to the elegant 5-star Balmoral Hotel is Edinburgh Waverley, located within a 5-minute stroll.
- 🚗Is parking available in the hotel?Yes, at the hotel you can leave your car in a parking.
- 🚎What transport stops are close to the Edinburgh hotel?The closest bus station to the Edinburgh hotel is Waverley Steps (50 metres).
- 🍹What are the best restaurants near the 5-star Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh?You can enjoy Scottish cuisine in the café Snax Cafe, as it is placed within just 5 minutes walk away from the 5-star Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh.
- 🍳Is breakfast served in the 5-star Balmoral?Yes, the 5-star Balmoral offers full English breakfast served daily in the restaurant.
- ❓What is the time of check-in and check-out at the 5-star Balmoral Hotel?Guests can check in at the 5-star Balmoral Hotel from 15:00, and check out until 12:00.
- ❓What is the price of a night's stay at this elegant hotel?In the Old Town district of Edinburgh, 5-star properties offer an average nightly rate of £345. This elegant hotel is £79 cheaper than the city average at just £266 per night.
- ❓What are the payment methods used in the 5-star Balmoral Hotel?The 5-star Balmoral Hotel will only accept payment with cash.
- 🚪What are the room types in the 5-star Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh?At the 5-star Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh you can choose your room from the following options:
- Deluxe Suite
- Executive Queen Room
- Deluxe King Room
- Grand Suite
- Junior Suite
- Classic Suite
- Deluxe Room
- Classic Queen Room
- Superior Deluxe King Room
- Royal Queen Suite