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    The Balmoral Hotel

    1 Princes St, Edinburgh EH2 2EQ, Scotland
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    Reviewed 1 week ago

    The Balmoral beats them all with constant service and aim to please. Nothing was ever a problem, no request ever turned down and even a quick notification when housekeeping found a significant amount of US $'s inadvertently left behind in our room. They called us...More

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    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

    First class dinner for a large group. The food was fantastic. Matching wines were included in the menu. The dining room was large & comfortable. I thought the service was great. The champagne and canapés reception was very good and this room had a superb...More

    Thank Barneyq101
    Reviewed 1 week ago

    My wife and I stayed at the Balmoral Hotel in Edinburgh for two nights in June, 2017 before boarding a cruise ship. This hotel is a grand old hotel that is located near the train station. By long tradition, the clock prominently displayed on the...More

    Thank Danny38
    Response from BalmoralEdinburgh, General Manager at The Balmoral HotelResponded 6 days ago

    Dear Danny38 Thank you for sharing your generous impressions following your stay at The Balmoral. I am delighted to learn that you had an enjoyable experience in the heart of the city. We appreciate your lovely comments regarding our Concierge team and breakfast offering at...More

    Reviewed 1 week ago

    Hotel was beautiful, first-rate, excellent location. Staff seasoned, excellent. The bar and Michelin-rated restaurant in lower level was fabulous. There are also 2 other bars, on ground floor, so there is always a lot of buzz and good people-watching.More

    Thank Kristine C
    Response from BalmoralEdinburgh, General Manager at The Balmoral HotelResponded 1 week ago

    Dear Kristine C Thank you very much for your kind review of The Balmoral. It was a pleasure to welcome you and we are thrilled to read that you thoroughly enjoyed your stay, especially the quality of service provided by the team, our central location...More

    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

    The Balmoral hotel is perfectly situated in Edinburgh, architecturally beautiful with a welcoming staff. We were upgraded upon arrival to a larger room, which had a picture-perfect view of the Arthur's seat. The breakfast buffet was delicious, incorporating many locally sourced selections. The front desk...More

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    Response from BalmoralEdinburgh, General Manager at The Balmoral HotelResponded 1 week ago

    Dear Marissa W It was a pleasure to welcome you to The Balmoral. We appreciate your lovely comments regarding your room and our breakfast offerings at Hadrian’s. My colleagues and I would like to thank you for taking the time to share your generous impressions...More

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    About
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    Amenities
    • Top amenities
    • Pool
    • Room Service
    • Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
    • Restaurant
    • Spa
    • Bar/Lounge
    • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
    • Hotel Amenities
    • Room Service
    • Business Centre with Internet Access
    • Airport Transportation
    • Dry Cleaning
    • Meeting Rooms
    • Laundry Service
    • Concierge
    • Banquet Room
    • Multilingual Staff
    • Conference Facilities
    • Room amenities
    • Minibar
    • Things to do
    • Pool
    • Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
    • Restaurant
    • Spa
    • Bar/Lounge
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    • Price range
    • US$271 - US$1,082 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    • Hotel class
    • Hotel Style
    • #1 Spa Hotel in Edinburgh
    • #3 Family Hotel in Edinburgh
    • #5 Business Hotel in Edinburgh
    • #7 Luxury Hotel in Edinburgh
    • #10 Romantic Hotel in Edinburgh
    • Room types
    • Suites ,
    • Non-Smoking Rooms ,
    • Family Rooms
    • Number of rooms
    • 188
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    • Edinburgh >
    • Princes Street and Gardens
    • Also Known As
    • Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh ,
    • Balmoral Edinburgh Hotel
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    Margie F
    18 July 2017|
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    Response from 007skier | Reviewed this property |
    Yes, there is more than one lift at the Hotel.
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    Leon F
    16 July 2017|
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    Response from John B | Reviewed this property |
    Hi, I couldn't tell you. We just tried our look whilst we awaited our lift. I would presume so. some of the viewd from the rear of the hotel are beautiful. If they don't have a balcony to light one up on I would be surprised.
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    "Quiet rooms without of view face the courtyard"
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    "Choose a room facing Princess street. Great view"
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    "They are all good"
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    "Avoid 2nd floor, where many Event rooms are located. Can be very noisy until about 2am when they finish..."
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