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The Balmoral, a Rocco Forte hotel

Edinburgh, Scotland, Edinburgh, United Kingdom · Virtuoso · 2026 benefits

The Balmoral, a Rocco Forte hotel

For over a century, The Balmoral has found a home at Edinburgh’s most prestigious address, No. 1 Princes Street. A landmark Rocco Forte hotel set in the heart of Scotland’s capital city, The Balmoral combines stunning views and warm hospitality with world-class facilities to create the perfect urban retreat. ROOMS & SUITES The perfect marriage of tradition and modernity, each of the 167 rooms has been individually designed by Rocco Forte Hotel’s Director of Design Olga Polizzi. Elegant and stylish with unmistakably Scottish accents, each of our 20 Edinburgh suites are generous with magnificent views. As part of a multimillion pound upgrade, The Balmoral refurbished its presidential suite,…

The Balmoral may just be the city’s premier address – it’s a luxury hotel that pampers its guests. Many of the opulent rooms and suites look out on Edinburgh Castle, the Old Town, and Arthur’s Seat, capturing the beauty and mood of the Scottish countryside. Pampering starts in the award-winning spa, a sanctuary of highly personalized service. Indulgence continues at 4AA Rosette restaurant Number One, serving dishes which fuse modern Scottish cuisine with international flair. Have Afternoon Tea at Palm Court, the finest whiskies at the SCOTCH whisky bar, and try out the fashionable Brasserie Prince.

What you get booking it through us (2026 benefits)

  • Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability (Classic rooms are not eligible for Virtuoso Amenities)
  • Daily Full Breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the hotel restaurant
  • $100 USD equivalent Food & Beverage credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
  • Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability

These are the Virtuoso benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.

In the know

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The property, in facts

The facts, as the supplier files them
Where1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
CategoryCity Hotel
Property typeHotel or Resort
BrandRocco Forte
Hotel groupRocco Forte Hotels
Rooms165
Room types13
Nearest airportTurnhouse (EDI) · 5 miles
Advisor programmeVirtuoso
StyleSophisticated
Known forCity Life, Landmarks, Local Immersion

Rooms and suites

  • Grand Suite — Four of our Grand Suites have turret-style alcoves. Each has a name synonymous with Scotland — Braemar, Stirling, Dunrobin and Tay. Occupancy: - 2 adults + up…
  • Glamis Suite — One of our most spacious suites, the Glamis Suite is classic yet contemporary. The sitting room overlooks Princes Street. It has a working fireplace and dining…
  • Balmoral Suite — The Balmoral Suite has a sitting room with a living flame fire and two separate bedrooms. The suite has a guest powder room as well as a walk-in wardrobe in…
  • J.K. Rowling Suite — The J.K. Rowling suite features a beautiful sitting room with turret style alcoves and decor inspired by the Scottish woodlands. This suite has view over…
  • Classic Suite — Our Classic Suites have a separate bedroom and a sitting room. They combine elegant, contemporary features with characteristics borrowed from our Scottish…
  • Executive Old Town View Room — Decorated to reflect traditional Scottish style, these elegant rooms offer views of Edinburgh’s picturesque Old Town. Occupancy: - 2 adults - 1 queen or…

In the room

Air Conditioning · Bathrobe · Coffee/Tea Maker · Complimentary Newspaper · Connecting Rooms · Fireplace · Hair Dryer · Internet Access · Mini Bar · Non-Smoking · Safe · Sitting Area · Slippers · Turn Down Service

What advisors say

95% of the 61 Virtuoso advisors who have filed a review of this property recommend it. Those reviews are collected by Virtuoso from advisors who have stayed, not by us and not from the public.

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