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Balmoral Guesthouse - Edinburgh

Stay Atlas’s honest take on a low-budget guesthouse a short walk from Leith Walk.

  • Free Wi-Fi throughout
  • Tea and coffee facilities in every room
  • Garden view options
9.3 Perfect 0 reviews Booking.com 9.3 · 0 reviews

About

Balmoral Guesthouse - Edinburgh

Balmoral Guesthouse is a 3-star property on Pilrig Street, a short walk from Leith Walk. It’s a straightforward choice for travellers who want a low-cost base in Edinburgh with free Wi-Fi and tea-and-coffee facilities in every room.

Rooms are carpeted and come with flat-screen TVs, kettles, and free toiletries. Some look onto the garden, and one option has a private external bathroom. Check-in runs from 4 PM to 11 PM, and check-out is between 8 AM and 10 AM.

  • Wi-Fi
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Electric kettle

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Strong guest rating — With a 9.3 out of 10 from 103 reviews, it stands well above its area average of 9.0.
  • Budget-friendly prices — Rooms start from £103 per night, positioning it as a low-budget option in Edinburgh.
  • Free Wi-Fi and in-room conveniences — Every room has free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee facilities, an electric kettle, and a flat-screen TV.
  • Garden views available — Several room types offer garden views, adding a pleasant touch to a budget stay.
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Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Limited check-in window — Check-in is only from 4 PM to 11 PM, which may not suit late arrivals.
  • Early check-out — Guests must leave by 10 AM, and the 8 AM start might feel early for some.
  • No pets allowed — Pets are not permitted, so travellers with animals need to look elsewhere.
  • External bathroom on one room type — The Double Room Private External Bathroom has its bathroom outside the room, which may come as a surprise.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Large Double or Twin Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Double or Twin Room Garden View

  • 1 Double bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Double Room Private External Bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Large Double or Twin Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

In-room

  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Electric kettle
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Carpeted floor

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • Heating

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

9.3
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Guest-rated 9.3/10 from 103 reviews

Booking.com · 9.3 · 0 reviews
9.3Verified guest

“A great base for an Edinburgh trip, and the morning meal was excellent.”

04 — Location

Getting around Edinburgh

The property sits in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh: The guesthouse sits on Pilrig Street, a short walk from Leith Walk, giving easy access to the city’s pubs, cafés, and transport links.

32 Pilrig Street, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH6 5AL, United Kingdom

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 16:00-23:00
Check-out
By 08:00-10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What time is check-in?

Check-in is from 4 PM to 11 PM.

What time is check-out?

Check-out is between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at the property.

Is Wi-Fi available?

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the guesthouse.

Do rooms have tea and coffee facilities?

Yes, each room includes tea and coffee facilities and an electric kettle.

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The bottom line

Balmoral Guesthouse delivers what it promises: a clean, affordable, and well-rated base in Edinburgh. If you value a generous check-in window and bring no pets, it’s a solid pick.

9.3For budget travellers who want a reliable guesthouse near Leith Walk.

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