The Balmoral Hotel EDI, EDI
About the Hotel
The Balmoral Hotel - A landmark 5-star EDI hotel with a castle-view restaurant, whisky bar, and urban spa
Standing at 1 Princes Street where Old Town meets New, The Balmoral Hotel features a signature clock tower overlooking Edinburgh Castle. This 5-star EDI hotel houses 500 whisky varieties at SCOTCH bar and a 4 AA Rosette fine-dining restaurant, Number One, adorned with red lacquered walls and Adam Ellis artwork. The Palm Court serves award-winning afternoon tea, while Brasserie Prince offers French-Scottish cuisine amid soft blues and green decor. A dedicated Tartan Butler assists guests in tracking down family tartans and arranging kiltmaker appointments. The urban spa provides therapeutic treatments, and 10 event spaces accommodate up to 400 guests. Located in Old Town, amid centuries-old buildings and narrow alleys, The Balmoral sits 0.5 miles from Calton Hill and St Giles' Cathedral.
The Balmoral Hotel: Pros
- The hotel employs dedicated Whisky Ambassadors who guide guests through personalized whisky tastings - Dogs receive a welcome pack with bed, water bowl, treats, and list of pet-friendly establishments - The largest suite offers panoramic views of Edinburgh Castle and Sir Walter Scott's Monument - Rooms feature House of Hackney wallpaper and stained oak paneled walls
The Balmoral Hotel: Cons
- 3-kilometer distance to Arthur's Seat hiking trails - Limited views from courtyard-facing rooms
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Baggage storage
- Locker room
- Elevator
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- 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
- Cribs
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Spa & wellness center
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
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