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PrestonfieldvsThe Balmoral Hotel
The Balmoral Hotel and Prestonfield are both rated highly by professional reviewers. On balance, The Balmoral Hotel scores significantly better than Prestonfield. The Balmoral Hotel comes in at 95 with accolades from 16 publications like Frommer's, DK Eyewitness and Hideaway Report.
Prestonfield
Michelin Guide
Concierge
Rough Guide
Star Service
Oyster
Time Out
Fodor's
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
U.S. News & World Report Show All Reviews
Priestfield Road, Edinburgh EH16 5UT, Scotland
From $502/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide "One of the most romantic hotels around... Excellent service."
Concierge "As far from minimal as you can possibly imagine, this restored Jacobean mansion is extravagantly rococo."
Rough Guide "Its extravagant baroque makeover has helped make it one of Edinburgh’s most lavish and over-the-top places to stay."
Star Service "Though situated in a country club setting 2.5 kilometers south of Edinburgh center, this property is no conservative bastion dedicated to recreational pursuit." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The 18-room luxury Prestonfield House is an opulent boutique hotel on a historic, 20-acre country estate in southeast Edinburgh." Full review
Time Out "A hotel experience guests will be talking about years later." Full review
Fodor's "Inside this 1687 mansion, baroque opulence reigns in the well-restored public rooms." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Hidden in lush grounds a short drive from the city centre this is the swankiest, most swoon-some country house hotel imaginable." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"A 17th-century mansion set in 8 hectares of parkland (complete with peacocks and Highland cattle), Prestonfield is draped in damask and packed with antiques." Full review
U.S. News & World Report6.0
"The Prestonfield is housed in a 17th-century baroque-style mansion situated among manicured gardens at the base of Arthur's Seat, creating the illusion that you're vacationing in the countryside " Full review
The Balmoral Hotel Michelin Guide
Frommer's Concierge
Insight Guides
Jetsetter Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness Star Service
Gayot
Condé Nast Traveler Show All Reviews
1 Princes St, Edinburgh EH2 2EQ, Scotland
From $227/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide "Classically styled bedrooms with rich fabrics and a subtle contemporary edge... Highly detailed service."
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 "It could not be more central or more subtly beautiful... on the other hand, its rates could hardly be higher."
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 "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.
Lonely Planet "The sumptuous Balmoral – a prominent landmark at the eastern end of Princes St – offers some of the best accommodation in Edinburgh." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Boasting the best known address in Edinburgh, The Balmoral is favoured by those who are accustomed to the very best in life."
Star Service "This establishment is one of the few grand railway hotels remaining in the U.K, and a prime address for demanding commercial and leisure travelers." Full review
Gayot "The hotel location couldn't be better... top notch dining can be found downstairs at Number One, the stylish hotel-restaurant featuring Chef Jeff Bland."
Condé Nast Traveler84.4
""You can easily walk into the Old Town" from this "spectacular historic hotel in a fabulous location" on Princes Street, the city’s main shopping drag." Full review
