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Tigerlily Hotel vs The Balmoral Hotel

Both Tigerlily Hotel and The Balmoral Hotel are praised by travel writers. Overall, The Balmoral Hotel scores significantly higher than Tigerlily Hotel. The Balmoral Hotel ranks #2 in Edinburgh with positive reviews from 16 reviewers such as Fodor's, Jetsetter and Concierge.

Tigerlily Hotel
Tigerlily Hotel
8 / 10
125 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 4JN, Scotland
From $158 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Classic Georgian townhouse concealing a funky, boutique interior... Luxurious."
Concierge Concierge
"It's an enclave for local thirty- and fortysomething professionals who aren't into the tartan-and-whisky charm of their forebears' haunts and want to party in a cool urban scene."
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"The Tigerlily is housed in an historic Georgian townhouse, but inside, it's thoroughly modern." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"A glitzy boutique hotel, bar and restaurant that epitomizes the new “gorgeous” George St. A classic Georgian townhouse transformed into a flamboyant design extravaganza."
Time Out Time Out
"The bedrooms are designed to the hilt... this remains one of the best-loved hotels in the city, to say nothing of its visually opulent bar, restaurant or nightclub." 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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