The Balmoral★★★★★
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"Prestigious hotel with a castle view and a top-notch whisky bar."
Overview
The Balmoral is an elegant hotel that enjoys a prestigious address at the top of Princes Street, with fine views over the city and the castle. Bedrooms and suites are stylishly furnished and all boast a thoughtful range of extras and impressive marble bathrooms. Hotel amenities include a Roman-style health spa, extensive function facilities, a choice of bars and two very different dining options – Brasserie Prince is bustling and informal eating, while Number One offers outstanding Scottish and international fine dining.
Ratings & awards
AA 5 Red Star Award: Inspector's Choice
4-Rosette restaurant
AA Recommended Spa
Green Tourism Gold
Our inspector loves...
Central location - ideally situated above Waverley Train Station.
Whisky Galore - Scotch has over 500 different whiskies for you to choose from.
Afternoon tea - Relax in the Palm Court and indulge in the tasty offerings.
Super spa - Enjoy the pool, gym and spa facilities for some extra pampering.
J K Rowling Suite - A must for Harry Potter fans, this is where she finished her last book.
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Rooms
- En-suite rooms: 187
- Family rooms: 22
- Satellite TV available
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About the area
Edinburgh is one of Britain’s most spectacular cities and both Old and New Towns have UNESCO World Heritage status. At its heart, the Old Town is a treasury of architecture stretching back to medieval times with its labyrinth of narrow lanes (‘wynds’ or ‘closes’).
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