The Balmoral

from €251
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Palm Court
“Quietly confident, stylish, sophisticated and efficient.THE place to stay in Edinburgh. Part of Rocco Forte Collection and boasting a Michelin starred restaurant, comprehensive spa and over 150 bedrooms. The old railway hotel transformed into a grande dame. True indulgence.”

Hotel review

Like a venerable ocean liner, The Balmoral cuts a majestic course between Edinburgh’s Old & New Towns. Quietly confident, stylish, sophisticated and efficient, this really is the place to stay in Edinburgh. Whether it’s the Festival, Hogmanay, a romantic weekend or a business trip, the Balmoral provides a haven of peace (Olga Polizzi understated design) and yet everything that Edinburgh has to offer is on your doorstep. Bedrooms are individual and most with excellent views. Eating at ‘number one’ is superlative and Hadrian’s Brasserie does the trick, otherwise eat out and return for a nightcap in the Palm Court, champagne or whisky.

Hugh Graham-Watson

Recommended for

  • Families

    • Children of all ages are welcome at The Balmoral and can expect the same 5 star treatment as the adults

  • City Style

    • A grand Edwardian hotel. The place to be to experience the glamorous side of Edinburgh.

  • Sights nearby

    • Visit the nearby Edinburgh Castle and the Scottish National Portrait Gallery.

  • Designer Shopping

    • Explore the designer boutiques and department stores of Multrees Walk.

  • Great walks

    • Walk to the summit of Calton Hill and enjoy the panoramic views.

  • Views

    • Wonderful city views towards Arthurs Seat.

  • Museums

    • Within easy access of the Royal Museum.

  • Luxury

  • Downtown

  • Conference facilities

  • Wedding license

  • Full of character

  • Opulent

  • Spa

  • Grand Hotel

  • Restaurant

  • Historic

  • Chic

  • Gym

  • Child friendly

  • Free wifi

  • Disabled access

  • Traditional

  • Contemporary

  • Romantic

Facilities

  • Rooms

    168 rooms in this hotel

  • Views

    Wonderful city views towards Arthurs Seat.

  • Parking

    Valet parking

  • Swimming Pool

    Indoor Pool

  • Airport transfer

  • Business Centre

  • Conference facilities

  • Safe

  • Bath robes

  • Bar

  • Wedding license

  • Fireplace

  • In room DVD

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Hairdresser/Beauty Salon

  • Meeting Room

  • Cots available

  • Massage

  • No pets

  • 24 Hour room service

  • Spa

  • Restaurant

  • Gym

  • Child friendly

  • Sitting Room

  • Room service

  • Free wifi

  • Disabled access

  • Suites

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Air conditioning

  • Wifi

Activities

  • Sights nearby

    • Visit the nearby Edinburgh Castle and the Scottish National Portrait Gallery.

  • Designer Shopping

    • Explore the designer boutiques and department stores of Multrees Walk.

  • Great walks

    • Walk to the summit of Calton Hill and enjoy the panoramic views.

  • Museums

    • Within easy access of the Royal Museum.

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