An Edinburgh Icon at an Unparalleled Address.

The Balmoral, 1 Princes Street, where Old Town meets New, a legendary hotel and landmark clock tower: a symbol of its city

A welcome in bespoke Balmoral tartan; Hebridean blues, heather hues and classic Scottish art; whisky ambassadors with 500 malts – The Balmoral is a love letter to Scotland. Looking up to Edinburgh Castle, savour 4 AA Rosette dining, French-Scottish bistro fare, award-winning afternoon tea and a serene urban spa at the city’s most majestic spot.

An Edinburgh Icon at an Unparalleled Address.

The Balmoral, 1 Princes Street, where Old Town meets New, a legendary hotel and landmark clock tower: a symbol of its city

A welcome in bespoke Balmoral tartan; Hebridean blues, heather hues and classic Scottish art; whisky ambassadors with 500 malts – The Balmoral is a love letter to Scotland. Looking up to Edinburgh Castle, savour 4 AA Rosette dining, French-Scottish bistro fare, award-winning afternoon tea and a serene urban spa at the city’s most majestic spot.

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reservations.balmoral@roccofortehotels.com
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+44 131 556 2414
Address
1 Princes Street
Edinburgh, EH2 2EQ
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What Others Say

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Conde Nast Traveler's Readers' Choice Awards 2022

READERS' CHOICE #30 BEST HOTEL IN THE UK - The Balmoral

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AA Hospitality Awards

2022-23 AA HOTEL OF THE YEAR SCOTLAND

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"Part of the Rocco Forte Hotels Group, The Balmoral is one of Edinburgh’s landmarks. It combines both modern design and classic architecture in a grand pre-war building and has a majestic clock tower which can be seen from afar."

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SPEARS

"Cool, sleek and not a hint of tartan in sight  – Rocco Forte’s luxury Edinburgh outpost is quite an achievement ….the service was on point: friendly, efficient and warm"

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AFAR

"...happen to have …. best general manager[s] in the luxury market... Richard Cooke at the Balmoral"

The Balmoral Hotel, Iconic 5-Star Hotel in Edinburgh

The Balmoral
Awarded AA Hotel of the Year Scotland 2022

The Balmoral, a Rocco Forte hotel in Edinburgh, has been awarded the special accolade of the 2022-23 AA Hotel of The Year Scotland, at the AA Hospitality Awards.

Every year the AA recognises the very best in hospitality across England, Scotland and Wales. Introduced in 1992, the AA Hotel of the Year, is the ultimate acknowledgment for hotels in the UK who are recognised as being outstanding examples in their particular market. 

Rooms
& Suites

Forte Suites

Generous in size and decadent in spirit, our suites are designed to make you feel at home, with thoughtful amenities and beautiful furnishings. Book a suite and enjoy enhanced benefits across our four suite categories, with our compliments, from in-suite check-in and complimentary breakfast to a personalised suite experience.

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Suites

The design, as envisioned by Olga Polizzi, embodies the Scottish landscape, with a colour palette of blues and greys, bringing the country’s woodlands, heather-covered hills and lochs within the hotel’s walls.

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Rooms

Elegant and stylish, The Balmoral’s rooms offer an invitation to experience and enjoy Scottish heritage.

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Restaurants

Palm Court

Fit for the royalty who have called Edinburgh home for centuries, the menu features a sumptuous selection of loose-leaf teas, fresh pastries, dainty sandwiches and expertly crafted savouries, as well as a beguiling selection of Champagnes.

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Brasserie Prince

Marrying classic French cuisine with sublime Scottish produce, Brasserie Prince is a chic, relaxed restaurant in Edinburgh.

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The Gallery

The Gallery, designed by Rocco Forte Hotels' Director of Design Olga Polizzi, is a space to enjoy a quiet drink, a sweet treat or a warming cup of tea.

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Bars

Bar Prince

Let the bustle of Princes Street fade as you step into the glamorous environs of Bar Prince. Take a seat in one of the cornflower-blue leather chairs or perch at the bar, festooned with gleaming copper barware and fresh ingredients for the bespoke cocktail list.

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Scotch

Settle in for a dram in SCOTCH, our world-class whisky bar. With over 500 unique varieties of Scottish whisky within the bar’s hand-crafted, oak-panelled whisky cabinet, selected from distilleries in the Highlands, Lowlands, Islands, Islay and Speyside, our collection is one of the largest in Edinburgh.

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Highlights &
Offers

Weddings

Celebrate the happiest day of your life at The Balmoral, Edinburgh’s most prestigious wedding venue.

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Wellness

Give yourself over to bliss at The Balmoral Spa. Found at No. 1 Princes Street in the heart of Edinburgh, our tranquil spa is an urban oasis, blending modern facilities with exceptional service.

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Welcome to
Edinburgh

Luxury Wedding and Event Venue in Scotland

Destination

Edinburgh is the best of hosts. Each year, it welcomes thousands of visitors to the world’s biggest arts festivals, including the famous Edinburgh International Festival and the Fringe. Even when it’s not festival time, you'll find plenty to do.

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Journal

Rocco Forte Hotels

Sir Rocco Forte on Luxury

We sat down with the founder of Rocco Forte Hotels who shared his thoughts on today’s luxury traveller, how a hotel can truly be unique and some rather unusual guest requests.

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The Balmoral, 1 Princes Street, where Old Town meets New, a legendary hotel and landmark clock tower: a symbol of its city

reservations.balmoral@roccofortehotels.com
Phone Number
+44 131 556 2414
Address
1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2EQ

Edinburgh EH2 2EQ
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The Balmoral, 1 Princes Street, where Old Town meets New, a legendary hotel and landmark clock tower: a symbol of its city

reservations.balmoral@roccofortehotels.com
Phone Number
+44 131 556 2414
Address
1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2EQ

Edinburgh EH2 2EQ
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