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Rocco Forte Balmoral Hotel

5 stars
1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2EQ
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.5
out of 5 2 reviews
weekend escape

Generally quite nice, but the seating in the room was so uncomfortable as to be unusable. It may... See full review

  • steve in chicago Verified Customer
  • 27 Sep 2011
Balmoral Hotel

The Balmoral Hotel is an amazing historic building placed right in the middle of the new town and... See full review

  • Nicollette Verified Customer
  • 30 Nov 2008
The Rocco Forte Collection's Balmoral is a luxury hotel in the true sense of the word. With its majestic clock tower, the hotel is a unique and contemporary luxury five-star property in the very heart of Edinburgh. While many Edinburgh hotels claim to have Edinburgh's landmarks on their doorstep, few can say their doorstep is a landmark. Located on Princes Street, in Edinburgh's main shopping area and next to Waverley Station, The Balmoral is close to the leading luxury department stores and within walking distance of many Edinburgh attractions. The Balmoral offers 188 opulent suites and stylish rooms, many with views towards Edinburgh Castle and the Old Town. The Balmorals ten conference and banqueting suites, including the signature Sir Walter Scott Suite all enjoy natural daylight and can accommodate a wide range of events including: business conferences, intimate dinner parties, large receptions and weddings. The hotel and city also make for an ideal incentive destination with an abundance of history and culture readily available. When it comes to fine-dining, the choice of restaurants at The Balmoral matches the mood of the moment. With attentive but non-intrusive service, guests can choose from the hotel's Michelin-starred number one fine dining restaurant with outstanding cuisine provided by Chef Jeff Bland; Hadrian's for chic and informal dining; Palm Court for traditional afternoon tea or its very own Bollinger Bar. The newly refurbished and stylish Balm-oral Bar is perfect for a relaxing cocktail or traditional whiskey. For the ultimate in relaxation, the Balmoral Spa is an exclusive retreat in the heart of the city. Voted 'Scotland's Top Urban Day Spa' in Cond Nast Traveler's 2008 Readers' Spa Awards, it offers five treatment rooms (with ESPA and Ytsara treatments) a 15 meter swimming pool, sauna, steam room, gymnasium and exercise studio. The Balmoral is the perfect choice for a luxurious city spa break.

Rocco Forte Balmoral Hotel Rooms

Classic Double
The Classic Double Bedrooms measure 22 Sq m/230 sq ft and incorporates a Queen Bed. The room has been designed combining elegant, contemporary features and characteristics from Scottish Heritage.
Executive Double
Executive Double Room measures 25 sq m/269 sq ft and incorporates a Queen bed. The room has been designed combining elegant, contemporary features and characteristics borrowed from Scottish heritage.
Deluxe King
Deluxe King at The Balmoral, Edinburgh measures 36 sq m/388 sq ft and incorporates a King bed. The extra space in this room gives the feeling of being in a Junior Suite and it has elegant, contemporary features.

Hotel Map

1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2EQ

Area served
Edinburgh.
Nearby airports
Edinburgh International Airport.
Area description
Located on Princes Street, in Edinburgh's main shopping area and next to Waverley Station, The Balm-oral is close to the leading luxury department stores and within walking distance of many Edinburgh attractions.

Amenities

  • 24 Hour Room Service
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Business Center
  • Concierge
  • Conference Facilities
  • Fitness Center or Spa
  • Fitness Room
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Health Club
  • High Speed Internet
  • Indoor Pool
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Parking
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Spa Services
  • Wireless Internet

Dining

Hadrians Brasserie
Hadrians is the Balmorals chic and stylish brasserie,serving delicious cuisine in an informal ambience.Jeff Bland has created a cosmopolitan menu offering a mix of Scottish dishes and innovative European cuisine. Dress Code - Smart Casual Breakfast: Mon - Fri 07.00-10.30 Sat 07.00-11.00 Sun 07.30-11.00 Lunch: Mon-Fri 12.00-14.30 Sun 12.30-14.30 Dinner: Mon-Sun 18.30-22.30
Bollinger Bar @ Palm Court
As Scotland's only Bollinger Bar, the Bollinger Bar at Palm Court is the ultimate Champagne Bar and a hot-spot for guests and Edinburgh locals alike. The Bollinger Bar is known for offering guests a sample of the finer things in life, from an extensive range of single malt whiskies and vintage champagne to innovative cocktails, including a range of non-alcoholic cocktails and the luxurious combination of Oysters and Bollinger Champagne. Dailly 17.30-00.00
Balmoral Bar
The Balmoral Bar is chic and modern. The focus is on the classics with a twist. Signature cocktails, luxurious and vintage champagnes and malt whiskies exclusive to the Balmoral. Daily from 13.00-01.00
number one
For an outstanding culinary experience,the one Michelin-starred number one is recognised as one of Scotlands best restaurants.Emphasis is on creative dishes using the finest and freshest of Scottish ingredients. Dress Code - Smart Dinner:Daily from 18.30-22.00
Palm Court
09.00-11.00-Tea,Coffee and Pastries 11.00-13.30 - Tea,Coffee,Cakes, Sandwiches,Drinks 13.30 - 17.30 - Afternoon Tea, Sandwiches,Drinks 17.30 - 00.00 Drinks Service

Meeting facilities

Meeting Info
The Balmorals ten conference and banqueting suites all enjoy natural daylight and stunning views of Edinburgh Castle, Princes Street or the historic Old Town. They can accommodate a wide range of events from intimate dinner parties to large receptions.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1400
Check-out:
1100

Terms and conditions

Extra charges may apply for children. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the quoted rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by ebookers

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Guest Reviews (2)

Ratings and reviews for Rocco Forte Balmoral Hotel

Overall score

4.5 / 5
About the scores
2 out of 2
Amenities:
4.5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4.5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3.5
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Review of Rocco Forte Balmoral Hotel

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

Verified Customer steve in chicago
chicago
27 Sep 2011

weekend escape

Generally quite nice, but the seating in the room was so uncomfortable as to be unusable. It may have been the chain's top designer who picked the chairs, but the designer could never have sat in them and tried to read. Otherwise, quite nice, with a great (though expensive) restaurant in the hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Rocco Forte Balmoral Hotel

Reviewer score

5

Would recommend

Verified Customer Nicollette
USA
30 Nov 2008

Balmoral Hotel

The Balmoral Hotel is an amazing historic building placed right in the middle of the new town and old town. It is an excellent location to see all the major sights of Edinburgh. The hotel staff were exceptionally helpful for all of our needs. I would love to return and stay again. Highly recommendable!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

The Royal Mile, which is old Edinburgh city center is only a short walk across the bridge. The Royal mile is full of a variety of shops and pubs. One end of the Royal Mile is Edinburgh castle and the other is Holyrood House the palace of the queen.

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