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Radisson Collection Hotel Royal Mile EdinburghvsThe Balmoral Hotel
Both hotels are highly recommended by expert writers. On balance, Radisson Collection Hotel Royal Mile Edinburgh scores marginally better than The Balmoral Hotel. Radisson Collection Hotel Royal Mile Edinburgh scores 95 with accolades from 16 reviewers including Afar Magazine, Time Out and Travel + Leisure.
Radisson Collection Hotel Royal Mile Edinburgh
Michelin Guide
Concierge
Insight Guides
Travel + Leisure
Rough Guide
Time Out
Frommer's
Afar Magazine
Star Service
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1 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1AD, Scotland
From $149/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Michelin Guide "Striking, modern hotel."
Concierge "If you want to bed down somewhere cool and contemporary in this ancient city, the Missoni hotel is your place."
Insight Guides "The location couldn't be better for this brand new centre of excellence in Italian style."
Travel + Leisure "The colorful Rosita Missoni brings a wild palette (fuchsia and turquoise walls; patterned bed throws) to the Royal Mile." Full review
Rough Guide "The zigzag fabrics, wacky lighting and mosaic-like tiling are enticing, if a little headache-inducing."
Time Out "Aficionados will know Missoni as an Italian fashion house, celebrated for its bold colours and designs." Full review
Frommer's "The Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group re-crowned the five-star design hotel the George & Victoria with a nod to the area's royal heritage." Full review
Afar Magazine "That said, this is without a doubt one of the best places in the whole of Scotland for cocktails and supper - although expensive, both are out of this world." Full review
Star Service "For fashionistas, Continental types, or simply anyone looking for a colorful whimsical antidote to the brooding traditional hotels, this fashion plate offers a lighthearted alternative." Full review
Jetsetter "Avant-garde, trendy and modern, the Hotel Missoni Edinburgh is anything but ordinary. Staying here is an immersion in Italian fashionista Rosita Missoni’s vibrant world." Full review
The Balmoral Hotel Michelin Guide Frommer's Concierge Insight Guides Jetsetter
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness Star Service
Gayot
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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
