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The Balmoral Hotel

1 Princes Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Centrally located
4.5/5
· 5138 reviews

Located 2.5 km from the royal Holyrood Park, around 5 minutes by car from Calton Craigs, the 5-star smoke-free The Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh spoils guests with Scottish meals at an à la carte restaurant on site. Offering a swimming pool along with 162 rooms, this Edinburgh hotel is next to a train station.

Location

The hotel is nestled in the very heart of Edinburgh, about 900 metres from People's Story Museum and a short way from Museum of Edinburgh. Historical sights here include the official residence "Palace of Holyroodhouse", which stands within 15 minutes' walk of The Balmoral Edinburgh. Offering convenient proximity to the restored theatre "Edinburgh Playhouse", the property is also only a few steps from Edinburgh Old Town. The hotel is within a 300-metre distance of Bus Station bus station.

Rooms

The contemporary rooms comprise a sitting area featuring a smart TV along with air conditioning. The rooms have king-size beds as well as views of the courtyard.

Food & Drinks

Guests can try dinner, usually served at one of the on-site restaurants, for example at Number One. Also, The Balmoral Hotel features a lounge bar.

Leisure & Activities

The accommodation is equipped with a Turkish steam bath and a treatment room. This hotel has a fitness centre.

Why choose The Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh

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  • Award-winning spa on-site

  • 4 AA Rosette fine dining

  • Stunning views of Edinburgh Castle

  • Bespoke Balmoral tartan décor

Main amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • Parking

  • 24-hour services

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • Swimming Pool

  • Fitness/Gym

  • Spa and relaxation

  • On-site Dining

  • Meeting facilities

  • Child-friendly

  • Breakfast

  • Air conditioning

  • Pets

General
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour services
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Swimming Pool
  • Fitness/Gym
  • Spa and relaxation
  • On-site Dining
  • Meeting facilities
  • Child-friendly
  • Breakfast
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets
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Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking options

  • Parking
  • Valet parking

Activities

  • Fitness centre
  • Sports trainer

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining options

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business facilities

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

For kids

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Recreation

  • 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

For disabled guests

  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

In the bathroom

  • Separate tub and shower

Design

  • Carpeted floor

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Lift

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 15:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
from 01:00 until 12:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

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1 Princes Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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    When are you staying?
    From USD 350 per night
    Check-in 11 Nov 2026
    Check-out 12 Nov 2026
    Guests 2 guests

    Adults:

    2

    Children:

    0
    All rates verified
    How we verified prices Our team regularly checks prices to make sure you see the lowest available rates. We compare them with hotel prices and other providers. If discounts or promotions appear, prices on our site are updated accordingly.
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    The Balmoral Hotel
    Check-in:
    from 15:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    from 01:00 until 12:00
    • Children and extra beds
    • Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.