The Balmoral Hotel

1 Princes Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Close to shopping
4.5 5138 reviews

The elegant 5-star The Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh is only 1.3 km from Usher Hall and has an indoor swimming pool plus a fully equipped workout room. The smoke-free hotel is located approximately a 10-minute ride from the Royal Yacht Britannia and provides an event space and a banquet hall, making it an ideal venue for hosting group gatherings.

Location

This Edinburgh hotel offers a central location around 500 metres from the Calton Hill and just 1.1 km from Castle Rock. The Balmoral Edinburgh provides easy access to the combined National Museum of Scotland, which is merely an 11-minute walk away. The nearby notable religious buildings include The Robertson Mausoleum Parish Church, not far from the accommodation. Well-connected to many sights, the hotel is 350 m from Waverley Steps bus stop.

Rooms

Staying at one of the 162 rooms, guests are welcome to use complimentary wireless internet and pay-per-view channels as well as a mini-bar. The stylish rooms also offer carpeted floor. The Balmoral Hotel features marble bathrooms in the rooms.

Food & Drinks

Bar Prince restaurant is an ideal place to enjoy British dishes and views of the city. Guests can relax and have a snack in the lounge bar.

Leisure & Activities

The Balmoral offers a Turkish steam bath and a treatment room. Onsite wellness options include a full spa along with body wraps, body scrub, and facial treatments.

Why choose The Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh

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  • 4 AA Rosette fine dining restaurant

  • Extensive award-winning whisky selection

  • Luxury urban spa with various treatments

  • Stunning views of Edinburgh Castle

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
  • Rollaway beds

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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From USD 780 per night
Check-in 6 May 2026
Check-out 7 May 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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1 Princes Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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    From USD 780 per night
    Check-in 6 May 2026
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    Guests 2 guests

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    Children:

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    7 May 2026
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    1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    Important information
    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.