The Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh

The Balmoral Hotel

The Balmoral Hotel is a landmark in Edinburgh, standing tall and grand at the heart of the city. This luxury five-star hotel, originally opened in 1902, is a testament to timeless elegance and Scottish tradition. The Balmoral offers a variety of sophisticated guest rooms and suites, each designed with a blend of classic and contemporary elegance. From the plush bedding to the chic decor, and breathtaking views of Edinburgh Castle and the Old Town, the rooms provide a truly luxurious experience.

The Balmoral boasts a number of dining options that cater to different tastes and occasions. Number One, the hotel's Michelin-starred restaurant, offers guests an exquisite dining experience with innovative dishes. For a more casual dining experience, Brasserie Prince by Alain Roux serves a blend of traditional French dishes made with the finest Scottish ingredients. The Palm Court offers a renowned afternoon tea service, and the hotel's bar, SCOTCH, houses one of the largest selections of Scotch whisky in the city.

Located on Princes Street, in the city's main shopping district, The Balmoral is ideally situated for guests to explore Edinburgh's attractions. The hotel is just a short walk from the historic Royal Mile, leading up to Edinburgh Castle, as well as the Scottish National Gallery. The proximity to Waverley Station provides easy access to other parts of the city and beyond. Whether guests are in Edinburgh for its history, culture, shopping, or its renowned festivals, The Balmoral offers a luxury stay in the heart of it all.

General Location and Nearby

Main Towns Nearby Direct Line of Sight Distance

Small Towns & vllages Nearby Direct Line of Sight Distance

Other local villages and suburbs in the immediate area - Direct Line of Sight Distance

Facilities at the accommodation
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Family Rooms
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Childrens Meals
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Pets Allowed
Open All Year
Wedding Venue / Facilities
Free Wifi Internet
Disabled Facilities
Lift / Elevator
Spa services or Sauna
Indoor Pool
Gym / Fitness Centre
Concierge Services
Meeting Rooms
Air Conditioning
24-Hour Front Desk
Room Service
Laundry Services
Luggage Storage
Valet Parking

Facilities Nearby
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Fishing
Golf

 

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Distances are direct straight line in miles

International Airports

Edinburgh Airport Edinburgh Edinburgh EH12 9DN 6.7 miles

Glasgow International Airport Paisley Renfrewshire PA3 2SW 48.5 miles

Local Airports

Fife Airport Kinglassie Fife KY6 2SL 15.8 miles

Cumbernauld Airport Cumbernauld North Lanarkshire G68 0HH 30.3 miles

Motorways

M8 Junction 1 5.2 miles

M90 Junction 1 Edinburgh 7.8 miles

M9 Junction 1 Edinburgh Airport , Broxburn, Uphall, Bathgate 8.3 miles

Railway Stations

Waverley (Edinburgh) station code = EDB EH1 1BG 0.3 miles

Edinburgh Waverley station code = EDB EH1 1BG 0.3 miles

Ferry Ports

Kilcreggan Ferry Terminal sailing to -> Gourock Ferry Terminal Address: Gourock Inverclyde PA19 1QZ 62.9 miles

McInroys Point Ferry Terminal sailing to -> Dunoon Hunters Quay Ferry Terminal Address: Gourock Inverclyde PA19 1AP 64.3 miles

Attractions near The Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh

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St Giles Cathedral - EH1 1RE
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NT 25728 73590
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A church in the Old Town of Edinburgh, also known as the "High Kirk of Edinburgh" . There are boof guided walking tours, and guided rooftop tours.

0.3m / 0.5km - - 4min

Edinburgh Playhouse - EH1 3AA
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NT 26109 74413
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An old style playhouse and a a Grade I Listed Building with multi- tiered circle and balcony seating has the largest capacity of seats of any working theatre in the UK at 3059. The venue now shows music concerts, musicales, comedy, and dance

0.3m / 0.5km - - 5min

Scottish National Gallery - EH2 2EL
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NT 25388 73846
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Located near Princes Street and Waverly station, the gallery hold artworks from both local Scottish contributors and European masterpieces

0.3m / 0.5km - - 4min

National Monument Of Scotland - EH7 5AA
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NT 26301 74148
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a large monument in memorial to Napoleonic Wars and the Scots who fought - location on Carlton Hill Regents Gardens

0.3m / 0.5km - - 5min

The Royal Mile - EH1 1PT
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NT 26156 73701
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Not one specific place but a collection of streets covering an area known as \"Old town\" running approximately from the castle gates to the Palace gates. A popular tourist destination In ediburgh

0.3m / 0.5km - - 4min

Princes Street Edinburgh - EH2 3AB
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NT 25228 73836
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The main shopping street in Edinburgh and also a tourist destination. There are lots of shops, some restaurant's and a couple of hotels mainly on one side of the street, the other side has views of the castle and monuments and Waverley station is close by on the eastern end

0.4m / 0.6km - - 6min

The Nelson Monument - EH7 5AA
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NT 26251 74118
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A Monument to lord Nelson with Regent Gardens with a time ball at the top and great views over the city and sea

0.3m / 0.5km - - 4min

The University Of Edinburgh - EH8 9YL
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NT 25946 73376
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The university has 5 main Campus locations with the main campus in the city positioned just a little south of the city centre

0.4m / 0.6km - - 6min

Calton Hill - EH7 5AA
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NT 26249 74218
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A hill within Regent Gardens close to the city centre with paved access and great views over the city

Elevation = 103 Meters / 337.9 Feet
0.3m / 0.5km - - 5min

National Museum Of Scotland - EH1 1JF
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NT 25830 73300
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A large museum in the centre of Edinburgh, From the Outside it looks like a traditional building, inside it is light and modern with a huge amount of display area, detailing the history Scotland's natural and industrial history

0.4m / 0.6km - - 6min

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