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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.
Directions:
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.
Concierge:
A warm welcome to The Balmoral, in the heart of Edinburgh from myself, Kendal Matthews - Head Concierge at the Hotel and my team.
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The Balmoral is a luxury hotel in the truest sense of the word. While many hotels claim to have landmarks on their doorstep, this prestigious property can claim to be a much-admired landmark in its own right. A unique and aspirational five-star property in the very heart of Edinburgh, it serves as the perfect setting for a memorable event.
With a long-founded commitment to service delivery, The Balmoral prides itself on its blend of exceptional facilities, experienced event staff and dedication to detail. The world-famous hotel, serving guests since 1902, also offers groups easy access to the main historical attractions and leading high-end department stores.
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Number One:
In keeping with our objectives to pick only the best chefs to
work for us, we appointed Michelin star chef Jeff Bland to preside over "Number
One" restaurant. Number One is one of Scotland's most highly
acclaimed restaurants and is famous for the award-wining cuisine and elegant
setting. He places emphasis on using local produce and the best of British
ingredients to produce highly creative Scottish dishes.
Hadrian's:
Hadrian's is an alternative to Number One, a
restaurant for chic, cosmopolitan dining at reasonable prices. In many ways, Hadrian's
emulates the fashionable restaurant culture currently being enjoyed in London's
Mezzo, The Criterion, L'Odeon, Quaglinos and The Canteen. It is the first
restaurant in Edinburgh to be truly influenced by the London scene in terms of
image, atmosphere and cuisine. The interior has a distinct 1930s art deco
influence, decorated with a palate of lime and walnut, with a splash of African
violet. The combination of colours was inspired by the natural landscapes of
Edinburgh, taking the Salisbury Crags, sea and sky as influences. Leading London
designer, David Collins, worked on the design with Olga Polizzi, sister of Sir
Rocco Forte.
The Bar At Palm Court:
For all day dining and afternoon tea in luxurious refinement you can choose The Bar at Palm Court, the Hotel's principal lounge. Here you can enjoy morning coffee, traditional afternoon tea, light snacks and refreshments. A harpist plays during afternoon tea and a jazz pianist plays in the evening on selected dates.
NB' S Bar:
For a pint of ale, hearty local fayre and live music with Scotland's top performers. N.B.'s Bar, named to maintain a historical connection with the North British, is a lively place to meet friends for lunch and in the evening. Designed as the hall of fame for Scottish sportsmen and women, the bar is decorated with interesting memorabilia from Scottish sporting events. Delicious, good value bar meals are on offer throughout the day with live music on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.
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Singles & Doubles:
The Balmoral boasts 188 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.
Standard Rooms - These
bedrooms are available with twin, queen or king sized beds with the majority
facing into the bright, white-tiled courtyard of the Hotel or with city views.
The Rooms vary in size but are on average 28 sq metres. They are all tastefully
designed with pastel colours of creams, warm greens with hints of Scotland in
the way of paintings, books and furnishings. An armchair and cocktail table by
the window offers guests a good reading place. The Bathrooms are all three-piece
with deep baths, marble floors and sink space. The standard 5 Star amenities are
also provided.
Superior Rooms - Large
bedrooms with twin, queen or king sized beds.
The Rooms vary in size but are on average 32 sq metres. Many of these rooms have splendid
views of Edinburgh Castle.
They are very comfortable and elegant in design again with pastel colours of
creams, warm greens, cerise pinks with hints of Scotland. Armchairs, in bold
green or chocolate brown with a cocktail table, are situated by the large
bedroom windows. The rooms are en-suite, with luxurious marble Bathrooms. The
standard 5 Star amenities are also provided.
Deluxe Rooms - Deluxe
bedrooms are very spacious averaging at 36 sq metres in size with either Twin or
King Size beds. They have a defined sitting area within the bedroom, which
consists of a settee and two armchairs perfect for relaxing after a day viewing
the beautiful sights the city has to offer. Deluxe rooms offer some of the most
spectacular views across the city. These rooms are extremely comfortable and
exquisitely designed again the designs are in pastel colours of creams, warm
greens, cerise pinks with hints of Scotland and good-sized marbled floored and
sink Bathrooms. The standard 5 Star amenities are also provided.
Suites:
The Balmoral offers guests a choice of 20 Suites,
each with an average size of 225 sq metres. Divided into two rooms the suites
all have king beds (4 even have 4 poster beds) with a mix of antique and modern,
freestanding furniture and lighting. The rooms are mostly on the four-corners of
the building with wonderful two-dimensional images of the city's many stunning
views. The second room is the living area with elegant 3-piece suites and
numerous pieces of antiques and ornaments, with a walk in wardrobe off this
room.
The Balmoral Suite
also has the added facility of a Dining Room, which can cater for private
dinners or meetings. Colours again are warm in colour in pastel creams and warm
greens and a hint of Scotland in the way of paintings, books and furnishings.
Five star amenities are standard plus the luxury of a DVD player and spacious
fully marbled Bathrooms, many with cast iron baths.
For something truly special, our Presidential
Suite or the Scone
& Crombie Suite offers guests 400 sq
metres of pure luxury. Believed to be the most lavish Suite in Scotland,
services are as for the above suites, but in a truly individual setting.
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HEALTH & LEISURE:
The Balmoral Spa boasts one of the largest city centre Hotel Swimming Pool in
Edinburgh, a fully equipped Gym for both, Aerobic Exercise and Weight Training,
a Steam Room, Sauna, and a wide array of Beauty Therapy Treatments. A perfect
place to retreat from the rigours of everyday life.
2001 has seen the refurbishment of the gymnasium and the addition of a new
Aerobics Studio, as well as 5 additional treatment rooms. Anyone who enjoys a
Reiki treatment can now enjoy this treatment along with a number of other
services more often than ever.
For those who would just rather relax by the poolside, the Spa also has a Juice
Bar, which provides a wide selection of fruit smoothies and healthy snacks to
enjoy.
The Hotel has spent $1.2m on the Health Spa, thus recognizing the importance of
excellence and quality in relaxation facilities throughout all the Rocco Forte
Collection of Hotels. We look forward to welcoming you to the Spa very soon.
