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The Old Waverley Hotel vs The Balmoral Hotel

Both The Old Waverley Hotel and The Balmoral Hotel are rated highly by writers. Overall, The Balmoral Hotel is the choice of most reviewers compared to The Old Waverley Hotel. The Balmoral Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 95 with accolades from 16 publications like Insight Guides, Gayot and Oyster.

The Old Waverley Hotel
The Old Waverley Hotel
7 / 10
43 Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BY, Scotland
From $44 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Guest rooms are well maintained and comfortable, but you're mainly paying for a location in the heart of the action." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"The mid-range Old Waverley Hotel is superbly located on Edinburgh’s most famous shopping street, convenient for both business travelers and tourists." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Princes Street address is the big selling point." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
7.0
"This is an honest, sonsie-faced hotel in a premier location." 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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