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Princes Street Suites vs The Balmoral Hotel

Both hotels are rated very highly by expert writers. On balance, The Balmoral Hotel ranks significantly higher than Princes Street Suites. The Balmoral Hotel comes in at #2 in Edinburgh with positive reviews from 16 publications including Frommer's, Condé Nast Traveler and The Telegraph.

Princes Street Suites
Princes Street Suites
7 / 10
16 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh EH1 3EG, Scotland
From $110 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
  • Multilingual
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The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Originally built as private residences, these serviced apartments offer unusually generous accommodation." Full review
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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