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The Balmoral, a Rocco Forte Hotel

The Balmoral is Edinburgh's 'Grande Dame', opened in 1902 it retains a wonderful old-world charm, but has been given a loving splash of luxury and style by Rocco Forte. With its attentive service, it is the go-to hotel in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh, Scotland
  • Located in the heart of Edinburgh, the hotel bridges the glamourous Georgian splendour of the New Town and the atmospheric streets of the Old Town. 

  • Impeccable Rocco Forte service ensures the every guest is truly pampered throughout their stay.

  • Home to one of the city’s finest restaurants, Number One serves Michelin-starred Scottish cuisine.

  • Settle down at Scotch, the hotel’s signature whisky bar, and sample over 500 of Scotland’s finest bottles.


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Top tip:

Number One restaurant has been rated Michelin starred for the 18th year in a row. Try out the seasonal ingredients in dishes such as highland wagyu beef sight beetroot.

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Edinburgh, Scotland

Centrally located next to Waverly station, less than half a hours drive from Edinburgh International Airport. The Balmoral benefits from beautiful views overlooking the famous Edinburgh Castle.

The Balmoral is located in the heart of Edinburgh, Scotland. The hotel is situated just 25 minutes drive from Edinburgh International Airport which is just over an hours flight from London.


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