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The Balmoral - A Rocco Forte Hotel

1 Princes Street, Edinburgh

Located at the most prestigious address in Edinburgh, the five-star Balmoral Hotel combines the noble character of a Scottish baronial home and the classic sophistication of an international hotel. Conveniently located in the heart of the city, close to the shops and next to the central railway station, The Balmoral is only 20 minutes by car from Edinburgh Airport, making it the ideal accommodation from which to enjoy the many events held in Edinburgh, including the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, or simply to relax and unwind. The Balmoral boasts 188 newley refurbished guest bedrooms, including 20 of the most attractive suites in Europe, many of which have working fireplaces. The bedrooms have an authentic character borrowed from the original design themes of the hotel. All rooms are individually designed and include all the facilities that you would expect from a five-star hotel. We have also upgraded the in-room technology. All rooms now have two phone lines, a modem point and satellite TV on which you can also check and pay your bills in the room before departing. Many of the bedrooms have wonderful views of the city, including Edinburgh Castle and the rolling hills close by.

You searched for Edinburgh, 12 September 2008 to 13 September 2008, 1 Night
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Room Information and Prices

Standard Double Room - Sleeps 2 Adults

Show room cancellation policy
Total Price No. of
Rooms
£215.00

miniBreaks prices are the total cost per room. Prices include all taxes. No booking fee.

Check in and Check out times:
You can check in from 14:00. You need to check out by 11:00.

Map & Directions for The Balmoral - A Rocco Forte Hotel

Directions to The Balmoral - A Rocco Forte Hotel

The Balmoral is situated in the heart of Edinburgh, and is well serviced by all means of transport. Edinburgh Airport is 8 miles west from The Balmoral and will take approximately 30 minutes by car.

When departing the airport follow signs for the A8, Edinburgh city centre. This will take you through the suburb of Corstorphine, passing Edinburgh Zoo on your left hand side and Murrayfield stadium on your right. You will then be approaching the Haymarket district of the city. Keep following city centre signs into the West End junction of Princes Street. You will then come into a one way system that takes you through Charlotte Square and onto Queen Street - follow Queen Street to its full length. This leads into York Place, passing the National Portrait gallery on your right and eventually coming to a roundabout. Take your second exit and keep in your right hand lane. This is Leith Street. At the end of Leith Street you will come to a set of major traffic lights - at this point you will see The Balmoral on your right. At this set of traffic lights take a right hand turn onto Princes Street. You will now be at The Balmoral were our Doorman will welcome you and look after your vehicle.

The hotel is situated next to the Waverley Train Station, where we will meet you from your train, taking you to the hotel by taxi.

Hotel's Location

Nearest Train: Edinburgh Waverley - 0.0 miles

Nearest Airport: Edinburgh - 6.3 miles

Attractions for The Balmoral - A Rocco Forte Hotel

Please note, distances given here are approximate and are based on a direct route and will vary from actual travel distances.

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Hotel Facilities for The Balmoral - A Rocco Forte Hotel

Main

  • Disabled Facilities
  • Air conditioning in rooms
  • 24 Hour Reception
  • Babysitting services
  • Cots available
  • Smoking allowed in bedrooms
  • Hairdryer in each room
  • Minibar in each room
  • Telephone In Each Room
  • 24 Hour Room Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundry/Valet Service
  • Wake Up Call Available
  • Currency Exchange
  • Interconnecting rooms available
  • Lift to all floors

Parking

  • Car Parking Available Offsite
  • Valet Parking

Accessibility

  • Disabled Access Public Areas
  • Disabled toilets on ground floor
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Wheelchair Access To Reception
  • Wheelchair Access To Restaurant
  • Wheelchair Access To Bar

Business

  • Wi-Fi Available
  • Meeting Facilities
  • In-room Broadband
  • Wi-Fi Available In Public Areas
  • Business Centre
  • Private dining services

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Leisure

  • Gymnasium
  • Indoor Pool
  • Aerobics Studio
  • Fitness Centre
  • Sauna
  • Massage
  • Beauty Salon/Manicure
  • [Channels] News
  • [Channels] Sky Sports
  • [Channels] Movies (Pay Per View)
  • [Channels] Foreign (European)
  • [Channels] Foreign (Other)
  • [Channels] Music
  • [Channels] Childrens

In Room Entertainment

  • TV
  • Satellite TV

Customer Reviews for The Balmoral - A Rocco Forte Hotel

What our customers thought of this Hotel

Please note the reviews featured have been provided by customers of our sister website LateRooms.com. All reviews posted are the opinions of people who have stayed at this hotel, not of miniBreaks.com. These opinions may vary greatly and should be considered alongside all the other information available on this hotel.

Overall Hotel Review
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 From 62 Reviews since October 2006
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Would you stay here again? 82% Yes 18% No Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? 83% Yes 17% No
Review by Anonymous on 6 August 2008 who stayed in July 2008.
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Very well trained staff. From the moment we stepped through the door they couldnt be more helpful and went beyond what was asked of them. The room (5th floor) was very spacious and had all the right amenities but was rather plain. Good maid service if rather eager to clean the room at 8.30am! I highly recommend this hotel for a comfortable stay right in the heart of the city.
Review by Dr R A J Seaman on 31 July 2008 who stayed in July 2008.
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Review by Anonymous on 29 July 2008 who stayed in July 2008.
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Review by Dr E W Warren on 13 July 2008 who stayed in July 2008.
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Outstanding service from everyone. Food was great. Special mention to Mr Patience and the young lady who serviced our room
Special thanks to the young blonde girl who works on the switchboard. She saw us strugglingat the station and realised we could not manage the steps to the hotel, so took us in the staff entrance. You have no idea how much this meant to us. Old age athritis and health problems make stairs very difficult for us. So a big thank you.
Review by Mr M Vase on 13 July 2008 who stayed in July 2008.
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We staid for 2 nights in July and found the hotel to be better than expected. The room a delux double superb, food although we only had breakfast in the hotel was top quality and as much as you could eat. Staff very helpfull. All round we found our stay pure quality, and cheaper than the Sheraton which we have staid at for our last 4-5 visits to Edinburgh and with the quality of service in that hotel on a fast decline I am glad we have now found a superior alternative.

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