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The Balmoral

5-star Hotel with Indoor pool

5 stars

1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2EQ

+44 131 556 2414
9,4
Wonderful

based on 1 961 reviews

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About The Balmoral, Edinburgh

Cleanliness
9,7
Comfort
9,7
Location
9,9
Services
9,5
Staff
9,7
Value for money
8,5
Set in Edinburgh, The Balmoral Hotel is a five-minute walk from Princes Street and offers a sauna, an indoor pool and a Turkish steam bath. It is set amongst a variety of popular eateries and is minutes on foot from Edinburgh Bus Station. Guests can enjoy a range of relaxing treatments and beauty therapy at the on-site spa, The Balmoral Spa. Convenient services include an express check-in/check-out feature and a luggage storage area. The hotel also features a well-equipped gym. Rooms are air-conditioned and feature premium amenities such as a mini bar and a marble bathroom. They all include an en suite bathroom with a separate bath and fluffy bathrobes. Rooms also have an internet connection. The Balmoral Hotel provides a variety of in-house dining options with The Number One and Balmoral. Guests are able to enjoy afternoon tea, which is served every day at the hotel. The Balmoral Hotel is also moments from the area's well-known restaurants and bars, plus St Giles Cathedral is a 10-minute stroll away. University of Edinburgh, the National Museum of Scotland and Royal Mile are also found within a 20-minute walk away.

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Rooms

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Deluxe rooms - Sea view
1 king bed

1 king bed

Trip.com

R14 680/night

R14 680 totalTrip.com
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Standard rooms - Mountain view
Agoda.com

R14 162/night

R14 162 totalAgoda.com
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Executive rooms - Lake view
1 king bed

1 king bed

Prestigia

R10 458/night

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Classic rooms - Mountain view
1 king bed

1 king bed

Prestigia

R41 910/night

R41 910 totalPrestigia
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Double rooms - Lake view
Booking.com

R6 811/night

R6 811 totalBooking.com
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King rooms - River view
1 king bed

1 king bed

Trip.com

R27 077/night

R27 077 totalTrip.com
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Queen rooms - Garden view
roomsXXL

R14 544/night

R14 544 totalroomsXXL
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Other Rooms - Park view
Agoda.com

R5 263/night

R5 263 totalAgoda.com
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Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Indoor pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Hammam (Turkish bath)
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Dining

  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Pool and spa

  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Massage
  • Spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • No smoking

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Valet parking

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Kids meals

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Desk

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews

9,4
WonderfulBased on 1 961 verified guest reviews
9,3Friends
9,5Families
9,4Couples
9,4Solo


The Balmoral room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How far is The Balmoral from Edinburgh Turnhouse?

    The drive from Edinburgh Turnhouse to The Balmoral will take you about 21min depending on traffic, with a distance of 11,4 km. Hotels located in more populated areas may see vastly more traffic which will add to your travel time.

  • What is the best way to get to The Balmoral from Edinburgh Turnhouse?

    If you intend to hire a car to travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse to the hotel, you will have peace of mind knowing that The Balmoral offers parking on site. Car hire in the area typically go for R808/day for a base model hire. A very popular option for travellers staying at The Balmoral would be to take a taxi or ridesharing service from Edinburgh Turnhouse directly to the hotel.

  • Is The Balmoral pet-friendly?

    The Balmoral welcomes pets at their venue.

  • Are there food options at The Balmoral?

    Yes, The Balmoral does have a restaurant where you can sit down to eat or order something to take away. There are also many other quality food options in Edinburgh for those looking for something different. One of the easiest dining options for Edinburgh guests staying in The Balmoral is to order room service, which is available to all hotel guests.

  • Does The Balmoral have a pool?

    The Balmoral does have a pool on site that hotel guests may use. Be advised that hotels typically have rules associated with pool usage. momondo would advise you to check with the front desk before taking a swim.

  • What is the phone number for The Balmoral?

    If you have questions or concerns about your stay at The Balmoral, call +44 131 556 2414 to speak with a front desk representative.

  • Does The Balmoral have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, The Balmoral has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • Is there a gym or fitness centre available to guests at The Balmoral?

    There is a fitness centre available to The Balmoral guests.

  • What time is check-out for The Balmoral?

    12:00 is the check-out time at The Balmoral. Late check-out may be available at the hotel's discretion.

  • How much is a room at The Balmoral?

    The cheapest deals found start from only R9 224 per night. The average rate for rooms at The Balmoral is currently around R19 948/night. Enter your dates in the form above to see more.

  • Is there laundry service in The Balmoral?

    Yes, you can do your laundry at The Balmoral.

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Places of interest near The Balmoral

Attractions in Edinburgh, Scotland curated by momondo

The Balmoral location: 1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2EQ

Top landmarks

Waverley Mall0,2 km
Scott Monument0,3 km
Real Mary King's Close0,4 km
Museum of Childhood0,4 km
National Gallery of Scotland0,4 km
Princes Street Gardens0,5 km

Restaurants and Cafés

Gallery Restaurant0,0 km
Palm Court at The Balmoral Hotel0,0 km
Number One0,0 km
Grazing by Mark Greenaway0,0 km
Brasserie Prince0,0 km
Hawksmoor Edinburgh0,1 km
The Voodoo Rooms0,1 km
Twenty Princes Street0,1 km
Saigon Saigon0,1 km

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