The Balmoral Hotel - Edinburgh

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The Balmoral Hotel - Edinburgh
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Overview

The 5-star The Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh, located merely a 7-minute walk from The Real Mary King's Close and only 1 km from Edinburgh Castle, features a swimming pool for guests to take a dip in. Offering a Turkish steam bath and a treatment room, along with 162 stylish rooms, the hotel is found in the Grengel district close to a train station.

Location

The elegant hotel puts you in the very heart of Edinburgh, a short way from Dynamic Earth Interactive Science Museum. The 200-foot spire "Scott Monument" is just 250 metres from the Balmoral, while the parish church "St Giles' Cathedral" is a 6-minute walk away. Nature lovers will enjoy the vicinity of Calton Hill, located km away.

Edinburgh bus station is not far from this accommodation.

Rooms

The rooms at the Balmoral Edinburgh have individual climate control and central heating. Some of them comprise a living room and a dining area, appointed with a writing table. Along with a minibar fridge, tea and coffee-making facilities, they also have high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels to keep you entertained. Some rooms open onto the old town. A kitchenette with a microwave oven, an electric kettle, and a refrigerator are available in a house.

Eat & Drink

The à la carte Number One restaurant offers a menu of Scottish cuisine. Gastronomic options include a lounge bar. It features an innovative design. There is a restaurant serving British food 50 metres away.

Leisure & Business

The Balmoral Hotel offers an exercise room as well as a full-service spa and a wellness area for guests to enjoy their stay.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
from 01:00-12:00
Amenities
Public parking is possible at a location nearby at GBP 40 per day.
is available in for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP34 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Year renovated:2012
Number of floors:6
Number of rooms:162
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Rooms and availability

Executive View Room
  • Room size:

    25 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
Double Room
  • Room size:

    25 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Classic Double Room
  • Room size:

    19 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

GBP 40 per day

Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Pedicure

Manicure

Facial

Body wraps

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Sports trainer

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

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

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • 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

Room view

  • City view
  • Courtyard view
  • Castle View

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Separate tub and shower

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Balmoral Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 655 C$
📏 Distance to centre 400 m
🗺️ Location rating 9.8
✈️ Distance to airport 14.2 km
🧳 Nearest airport Edinburgh, EDI

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1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH2 2EQ
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1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH2 2EQ
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
High Street 2 Warriston's Close
The Real Mary King's Close
550 m
St. Andrews House 2 Regent Road
Calton Hill
500 m
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
430 m
Monument
Scott Monument
250 m
32 Calton Hill
Nelson Monument
510 m
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
430 m
Museum
Museum of Childhood
520 m
2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)
Brass Rubbing Centre
410 m
Museum
John Knox House
590 m
Gallery
City Art Centre
310 m
Church
Mercat Cross
470 m
Restaurant
Palm Court at The Balmoral
0 m
Restaurant
The Cafe Royal
100 m
Restaurant
The Guildford Arms
70 m
Restaurant
Brasserie Prince by Alain Roux
450 m
Restaurant
Martone
100 m
Restaurant
The Newsroom
130 m
Restaurant
Saigon Saigon
170 m
Restaurant
Cafe Royal Oyster Bar
130 m

Reviews of The Balmoral Hotel

9.3 /10
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FAQ about The Balmoral Hotel

How far is the elegant The Balmoral Hotel hotel from the city centre?
Edinburgh city centre is reachable within a 5-minute walk from the elegant The Balmoral Hotel hotel.
What interesting sites can I visit not far from The Balmoral Hotel hotel?
Guests of The Balmoral Hotel hotel can visit Brass Rubbing Centre (a short distance from the accommodation), or The Real Mary King's Close placed 7 minutes' walk away.
Is there a parking at the Edinburgh hotel?
Yes, the Edinburgh hotel offers public parking nearby.
What are our dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-restaurant Gurkha Cafe & Restaurant offering Indian cuisine.
Can I have breakfast at the elegant The Balmoral Hotel hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the elegant The Balmoral Hotel hotel.
What time is check-in and check-out at the elegant The Balmoral Hotel?
Guests of the elegant The Balmoral Hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 01:00.
How much does it cost to stay at the elegant The Balmoral Hotel hotel?
The price for a room in the elegant The Balmoral Hotel hotel starts at £415.
What payment methods are available in the hotel?
At the hotel, you can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa.
What room types are available at the elegant The Balmoral Hotel hotel?
Classic Queen Room, Royal Suite, and Deluxe Queen Suite are among the room types available at the elegant The Balmoral Hotel hotel.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at the elegant The Balmoral Hotel?
Specific suites at the elegant The Balmoral Hotel boast views of the city and feature high-speed internet and a cable TV with on-demand films and a safe box for security reasons.
What spa facilities does the elegant The Balmoral Hotel offer?
Pampering amenities in the elegant The Balmoral Hotel include a Turkish steam bath, a treatment room, and an indoor pool.
Is there a swimming pool in the elegant The Balmoral Hotel hotel?
Yes, the elegant The Balmoral Hotel hotel features a swimming pool.
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