The Balmoral Spa was recently voted Scotland's top Day Spa (UK category) in the Conde Nast Traveller Readers' Spa Awards 2008. The Balmoral Spa is the ultimate urban spa experience. A retreat in the heart of the city, The Balmoral Spa offers a sanctuary of personal comfort and total escapism, with the highest levels of personalised service. The Balmoral's highly trained therapists will take you on a journey, awakening your senses in this haven as you revive, relax and rejuvenate. Before every treatment your therapist will guide you through a thorough consultation, assessing your treatment needs and requirements. Enjoy all the facilities The Balmoral Spa has to offer - our Finnish sauna and Turkish steam room, 15-metre crystal-clear pool, air-conditioned fully equipped cardiovascular gymnasium and exercise room. End your spa journey by winding-down in our Relaxation Suite. Lie back and relax on one of our luxurious loungers, and succumb to the sensuous scents and sounds. Or simply flick through your favourite glossy magazine.

All 168 rooms and 20 suites combine contemporary elegance with The Balmoral's strong sense of history and charm. Each bedroom has its own characteristics borrowed from our Scottish heritage, which offers a true refuge in which to relax or escape.

For an outstanding culinary experience, Michelin-starred number one is recognized as one of Scotland's best restaurants, with Craig Sandle and his team providing outstanding cuisine. He places emphasis on creative dishes whilst promoting the best of Scotland by using only the finest and freshest Scottish ingredients. Number one restaurant won the “Fine Dining Experience” Award at the inaugural Scottish Restaurant Awards 2008. The judging panel agreed that number one restaurant offered its customers the ultimate sophisticated dining experience. All three finalists in the category were considered to be trend-setters as opposed to followers, offering clients the best of inventive gourmet food.

Rocco Forte Balmoral Hotel is in Edinburgh, Scotland. This hotel is situated amongst the shopping of Princes Street; Waverly Station is adjacent. St. Andrew Square and the Princes Street Gardens are within one half kilometer.

A city landmark in its own right, The Balmoral prides itself on its blend of exceptional facilities, experienced event staff and dedication to detail. Seven fully-equipped meeting and évent rooms welcome guests, with up to 350 people easily accommodated in the Sir Walter Scott suite. The Balmoral offers groups easy access to the historic sights of the city centre.