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title: "The Balmoral Hotel, Edinburgh: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "The Balmoral Hotel in Edinburgh: rated 9.4 by guests, 5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-15
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Hotel · ★★★★★
# The Balmoral Hotel

Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

9.4 ·  Exceptional 192 reviews ·  #4 #4 of 216 in Edinburgh ·  4.0/5 on Google, 476 reviews ·  9.7 Location score
## About The Balmoral Hotel

The Balmoral Hotel is a hotel in Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. It holds a 5-star rating. Guests rate it 9.4 out of 10 across 192 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, spa, free breakfast, bar, gym, free wi-fi. It is 450 m from the centre of Edinburgh. The nearest airport, Edinburgh Airport (EDI), is 11 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 12:00

- **Rooms:** 188

- **Floors:** 6

- **Opened:** 1902

- **Last renovated:** 2015

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 110

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## How The Balmoral Hotel scores

Better rated than 99% of hotels in Edinburgh

-   Guest rating **9.4**
-   Location **9.7**
-   Facilities **8.3**
-   Families **1.0**
-   Spa & wellness **8.5**
-   Beach access **0.0**
-   Public transport **10.0**

Edinburgh average

## Rating on Google

4.0/5

476 Google reviews

-   5★53%
-   4★31%
-   3★9%
-   2★4%
-   1★4%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

Swimming poolSpaFree breakfastBarGymFree Wi-Fi24-hour room service

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool
-   Spa
-   Sauna
-   Steam room
-   Gym

### Food & drink

-   Free breakfast
-   Bar
-   24-hour room service

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Concierge
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Minibar
-   In-room safe

### Accessibility

-   Wheelchair accessible

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **9.7**/10

- **Walk grade:** **100**/100 Great for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **150**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **40**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Wardie Bay Beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">3.5 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">8 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Edinburgh Princes Street railway station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">70 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Edinburgh Airport (EDI)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">11 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">26 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Edinburgh</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">450 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">7 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   National Archives of Scotland60 m
-   Train to York130 m
-   Waterloo Place Edinburgh170 m
-   Ingleby Gallery180 m
-   Sir Walter Scott Monument190 m
-   Scottish Museum, Edinburgh190 m

## The Balmoral Hotel: in detail

The Balmoral Hotel offers top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort. Share your photos and respond to emails at your convenience, thanks to the free Wi-Fi internet access offered by hotel. Visitors can take advantage of the accessible parking options directly at the hotel. Reception services such as concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes are available to accommodate your requirements. Relax and feel the warmth in the hotel's inviting lobby, featuring an enchanting on-site fireplace. Traveling with minimal baggage is achievable at The Balmoral Hotel, as the hotel's dry cleaning service and laundry service ensures your garments stay fresh. Room amenities like 24-hour room service and room service contribute to making a perfect selection for your stay. Each accommodation at The Balmoral Hotel is thoughtfully created and adorned to provide visitors with a comfortable, home-like atmosphere. In select rooms of the hotel, guests can enjoy the advantage of having air conditioning available for their convenience. In select rooms, guests can enjoy a touch of amusement with the availability of cable TV for their entertainment. Rest assured, in a few chosen rooms, the presence of mini bar can be found. The Balmoral Hotel offers a hair dryer, toiletries and bathrobes in the restrooms of specific accommodations. Embark on your holiday experience in the most ideal manner. Commence each morning of your visit with an on-site breakfast. Should you prefer not to venture out for a meal, the enticing culinary choices at hotel are always available for your satisfaction. Experience an unforgettable evening with your fellow travelers just a short distance away, at hotel's bar. The Balmoral Hotel provides a superb assortment of leisure amenities for guests to enjoy. Make certain to allocate time for discovering the shoreline, easily reachable right from the hotel. Unwind after a long day by stopping by steam room, spa and sauna to rejuvenate your senses. Each day at hotel, immerse yourself in the invigorating waters of the pool, perfect for a rejuvenating plunge or a series of revitalizing laps. For individuals who don't want to skip their exercise routine, visiting the hotel fitness center ensures you maintain your vitality and wellness.

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## Questions about The Balmoral Hotel

### How do guests rate The Balmoral Hotel?

The Balmoral Hotel has a guest rating of 9.4 out of 10 from 192 reviews, which is better than 99% of rated hotels in Edinburgh.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at The Balmoral Hotel?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 12:00.

### Does The Balmoral Hotel include breakfast?

The listing mentions free breakfast. Check the room you book to confirm it is included.

### Does The Balmoral Hotel have a pool?

Yes, The Balmoral Hotel has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at The Balmoral Hotel?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is The Balmoral Hotel from the airport?

The nearest airport, Edinburgh Airport (EDI), is 11 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does The Balmoral Hotel have?

The Balmoral Hotel has 188 rooms on 6 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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