Region:
South East
Address:
1 Princes Street
Edinburgh
EH2 2EQ
What 3 Words:
///dare.pools.mull
Visit Scotland:
5 Star Hotel, Gold
AA:
5 Star Hotel - AA Inspectors' Choice

The Balmoral Hotel

Number of rooms: 188

The Balmoral Hotel is an iconic building at No. 1 Princes Street. Originally a grand railway hotel, opened in 1902, the Balmoral offers 5 star comfort and luxury with high standards of customer service. The unmissable clock tower is an Edinburgh landmark, running 3 minutes fast to keep people on time for their train at Waverley station below.

There are 168 rooms, ranging from Classic to Superior Deluxe, which combine traditional and modern styling to offer comfortable and elegant accommodation. Ensuite bathrooms are of Italian marble. The 20 spacious and elegant Suites all offer impressive views of the Edinburgh skyline.

The public areas are grand and stylish while the bars and restaurants can also offer intimate spaces. Number One is a Michelin starred restaurant, while Hadrian's Brasserie is less formal. The Palm Court is the perfect space for afternoon tea, and there is a choice of bars.

There is also an extensive and modern Spa with a 15 metre pool.

The Balmoral Hotel is an ideal venue for combining a luxury stay in the heart of Edinburgh with the extensive links golf courses of the nearby East Lothian coast.

Golf:

The Balmoral may be in the heart of the city of Edinburgh but over 20 golf courses in and around Edinburgh are within 30 minutes' drive of the hotel. The Balmoral is less than an hour's drive of over 15 links courses on the East Lothian coast and there are many dozens more golf courses outside of Edinburgh within the same drive time.

Highlights of golf in East Lothian include the North Berwick West Links, Gullane Golf Club and Muirfield.

Airport driving times*

* For guidance only - all timings are traffic dependent.

Please note:

Not all rooms have city views so please check with the hotel when booking if a view is important to you.

Dining:

Guests at the Balmoral Hotel have a choice of the Michelin starred Number One restaurant, or the more informal Hadrian's Brasserie.

Leisure:

The Spa at the Balmoral has 5 treatment rooms, a relaxation suite, a 15 metre indoor pool, a sauna, steam room, fully equipped gym and weights room and a group exercise studio. A wide range of treatments are available.

Accommodation Information:

Check availability at The Balmoral Hotel on Booking.com.

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