A luxury hotel in every sense of the word, The Balmoral, part of The Rocco Forte Collection, is a prestigious five-star property situated in the heart of Edinburgh. Its distinctive clock tower and elegant architecture make it one of the city’s most recognisable landmarks.
Located on Princes Street, Edinburgh’s principal shopping thoroughfare, and directly beside Waverley Station, The Balmoral enjoys an exceptional central location. The hotel is within easy reach of leading luxury department stores and many of Edinburgh’s most celebrated attractions, making it an ideal base for exploring the city.
Edinburgh International Airport is approximately 25 minutes away by car, while the hotel’s convenient location provides easy access to the many events hosted in the city throughout the year, including the renowned Edinburgh Festival.
The Balmoral features 188 opulent rooms and suites, many offering impressive views of Edinburgh Castle and the Old Town, while others overlook the hotel’s elegant internal courtyard.
All bedrooms have been fully refurbished as part of the hotel’s £7 million refurbishment programme. The extensive renovation also encompassed The Balmoral’s signature conference and banqueting venue, the Sir Walter Scott Suite, along with seven additional conference and banqueting suites, Hadrian’s Brasserie, Number One restaurant and the hotel lobby.
For fine dining and relaxed socialising, The Balmoral offers a selection of distinctive venues to suit every occasion. Guests can experience the hotel’s Michelin-starred Number One restaurant, renowned for its outstanding cuisine under Chef Jeff Bland; Hadrian’s for stylish yet informal dining; Palm Court for cocktails and traditional afternoon tea; and NB’s Bar for a relaxed drink in elegant surroundings.
For those seeking relaxation and rejuvenation, the Balmoral Spa provides an exclusive urban retreat in the centre of Edinburgh. Recognised as ‘Scotland’s Top Urban Day Spa’ in Condé Nast Traveller’s 2007 Readers’ Spa Awards, the spa features five treatment rooms, a swimming pool, sauna, steam room, gymnasium and exercise studio.
The Balmoral is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, reflecting its commitment to exceptional standards of luxury, service and hospitality.
