Question 1

How far is The Balmoral from National Museum of Scotland?

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The Balmoral is about 0.4 mi from National Museum of Scotland, one of Edinburgh’s most popular landmarks.

Question 2

Is The Balmoral close to Festival Theatre?

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0.5 mi - making Festival Theatre a reasonable walk or short drive/taxi from The Balmoral.

Question 3

Is pricing at The Balmoral comparable to 5 star hotels in Edinburgh?

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Hotels in Edinburgh that are rated 5 stars generally cost $685/night, but on average, The Balmoral is available for 47% less than the average rate in the area. You can usually enjoy a stay at The Balmoral for $1,007/night. This is a great deal for HotelsCombined users planning to visit Edinburgh.

Question 4

How close is The Balmoral to the nearest airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

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The distance between the closest airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, and The Balmoral is 7.1 mi and the expected drive time is about 0h 14m. Your drive time between the two can vary based on the time of day and traffic trends of the area.

Question 5

What is the best way for guests to get from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to The Balmoral?

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For the most freedom while visiting Edinburgh, consider renting a car for about $38/day and parking it at The Balmoral where they offer parking spaces to hotel guests. One of the more popular options today is to take a taxi or ridesharing service directly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to the hotel. This option is often cost effective, but guests must keep a lookout for peak time rates.

Question 6

Is The Balmoral considered pet-friendly?

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The Balmoral is pet friendly. Feel free to bring your household pet if you’re staying at The Balmoral.

Question 7

Is there a pool at The Balmoral?

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Yes. Many people visiting Edinburgh look for a hotel with a pool. The Balmoral has a pool on site that hotel guests may use, but be advised that hotels typically have rules in regards to pool usage.

Question 8

How close is The Balmoral from the Edinburgh city center?

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The Balmoral is just 0.2 mi away from the center of Old Town, Edinburgh. From The Balmoral you can easily get to other popular landmarks such as Usher Hall.

Question 9

What is the The Balmoral phone number?

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For questions regarding your hotel or your stay, call +44 131 556 2414.

Question 10

Does The Balmoral have Wi-Fi available?

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Yes, The Balmoral has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

Question 11

Is there a gym or fitness center at The Balmoral?

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There is a hotel fitness center accessible to guests of The Balmoral. Most hotels do not have 24-hour fitness centers, so be sure to contact the front desk for gym hours and availability.

Question 12

What is the check-out time at The Balmoral?

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The Balmoral check-out time is 12:00 PM, though late check-out may be accommodated if agreed in advance with the hotel reception.

Question 13

How much does it cost to stay at The Balmoral, Edinburgh?

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On average, guests have been paying $1,007 per night to stay at The Balmoral. Some users have found rooms as low as $313 per night. Enter your dates in the form above to see the price rates available for your stay.

Question 14

Is there a restaurant at The Balmoral?

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There is a restaurant located in The Balmoral. Please contact them for kitchen hours. The hotel also has a bar.

Question 15

Does The Balmoral have a laundry service?

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Yes, there is a hotel laundry service for guests at The Balmoral. The property also has irons and ironing boards available for guest use.

Question 16

Does The Balmoral offer accessible rooms?

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Yes, The Balmoral provides accessible rooms for guests requiring them. Make sure to check the deals available on HotelsCombined for the latest availability.

Question 17

What is the cheapest month to stay at The Balmoral?

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For the best chance to save money on your The Balmoral reservation, consider staying in January, when prices are typically at their lowest ($126).

Question 18

In what area of Edinburgh is The Balmoral located?

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The Balmoral is located within the Old Town area of Edinburgh. Utilize the map on this page to understand where The Balmoral is in relation to the rest of Edinburgh.

Question 19

Are there any other Rocco Forte hotels in Edinburgh?

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In total, there is 1 location in Edinburgh. The most popular Rocco Forte property in Edinburgh is The Balmoral.

Question 20

What is the cheapest day to check into The Balmoral?

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Consider checking into The Balmoral on Friday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of $771).

Check-in time	3:00 PM
Check-out time	12:00 PM
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Front desk number	+44 131 556 2414

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