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B+B Edinburgh vs The Balmoral Hotel

Both properties are endorsed by experts. On balance, The Balmoral Hotel scores significantly better than B+B Edinburgh. The Balmoral Hotel scores 95 with accolades from 16 publications like Condé Nast Traveler, Insight Guides and Michelin Guide.

B+B Edinburgh
B+B Edinburgh
7 / 10
3 Rothesay Terrace, Edinburgh EH3 7RY, Scotland
From $91 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Multilingual
  • Business Center
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Built in 1883 as a grand home for the proprietor of the Scotsman newspaper, this Victorian extravaganza .... was given a designer makeover in 2011 to create a striking contemporary hotel." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The four-floor, 27-room B B Edinburgh is a modern boutique take on the traditional bed-and-breakfast inn." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Standing out along an elegant and tranquil West End terrace, this imposing Victorian mansion combines grand public spaces with affordable modern accommodation." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"It is worth staying here just to see the galleried library lounge, not to mention the eccentric atmosphere, period features, generous breakfasts and excellent value for money." Full review
Independent Independent
"27-room boutique B&B: it’s away from the city buzz on a purely residential street of Georgian townhouses. But it far exceeds the expectations of a regular B&B with a full complement of quirks."
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The Balmoral Hotel
The Balmoral Hotel
8 / 10
1 Princes St, Edinburgh EH2 2EQ, Scotland
From $227 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Classically styled bedrooms with rich fabrics and a subtle contemporary edge... Highly detailed service."
Frommer's Frommer's
"Almost directly above Waverley railway station, The Balmoral's soaring clock tower is a city landmark, famously set a few minutes fast for the benefit of those on the way to the train." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"It could not be more central or more subtly beautiful... on the other hand, its rates could hardly be higher."
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"Edinburgh's classic five-star hotel located at the east end of Princes Street in a large and imposing building. Excellent service, sublime restaurants and a luxurious atmosphere."
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Impressive historic hotel that combines Edwardian finery with up-to-date luxury in the heart of Edinburgh." Full review
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Choose from the chic Art Deco brasserie Hadrian’s — designed by Olga Polizzi — or the refined Michelin-starred Number One. Book ahead for a corner banquette and a tasting menu experience amid reimagined Edwardian sophistication.
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