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Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre vs The Balmoral Hotel

Both properties are praised by travel writers. On balance, The Balmoral Hotel scores significantly better than Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh. The Balmoral Hotel comes in at #2 in Edinburgh with praise from 16 reviews such as Frommer's, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
8 / 10
80 High St., The Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 1TH, Scotland
From $112 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Time Out Time Out
"Originally the Scandic Crown. ... A clean-cut, sleek and monochromatic look with subtle Scottish motifs. Service standards are high, and you'll walk out of reception on to the Royal Mile." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This hotel is in an excellent location for business and pleasure, and although it bares some brash modern garb, it is as soft as a plush toy when compared with the edgier Point Hotel nearby." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Location, location, location: If you want to be right in the thick of it, you can't beat this hotel." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"You’ll find no tartan here, despite the 16th-century exterior - inside it’s contemporary all the way." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"A stay on Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile, with full Scottish breakfast and welcome prosecco." Full review
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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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