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About the Hotel

1 Princes Street, EDI, United Kingdom, EH2 2EQ

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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Executive King Room
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270 sq. feet 
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270 sq. feet 
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205 sq. feet 
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Getting around

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City Center
EDI1400 ft
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI) 8.8 mi
Dundee (DND) 60.2 mi
Train
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station700 ft
Bus
Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

Enjoy premium amenities for a relaxing stay with your pet

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
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Location

1 Princes Street, EDI, United Kingdom, EH2 2EQ
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1 Princes Street, EDI, United Kingdom, EH2 2EQ
Nearby
High Street 2 Warriston's Close
The Real Mary King's Close
1900 ft
St. Andrews House 2 Regent Road
Calton Hill
1700 ft
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
1500 ft
Monuments and Landmarks
Scott Monument
900 ft
32 Calton Hill
Nelson Monument
1700 ft
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
1500 ft
Museums
Museum of Childhood
1800 ft
2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)
Brass Rubbing Centre
1400 ft
Museums
John Knox House
2000 ft
Gallery
City Art Centre
1100 ft
Church
Mercat Cross
1600 ft
Restaurants
Palm Court at The Balmoral
0 ft
1 Princes Street The Balmoral Hotel
The Cafe Royal
400 ft
19 West Register Street
The Guildford Arms
300 ft
1-5 West Register Street
Martone
400 ft
1 Waterloo Place
Hongfu Noodle Bar
400 ft
3-7 Waterloo Place
The Newsroom
500 ft
5-11 Leith Street
Cafe Royal Oyster Bar
500 ft
19 West Register Street
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