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Welcome to The Balmoral, an Edinburgh icon located at the city’s most prestigious address: number 1 Princes Street. Gazing up at the castle, down to the New Town’s galleries, boutiques and bars, the breathtaking building is

at the heart of Scotland’s capital city.

Take advantage of our unparalleled position with tailor-made, exclusive experiences in Edinburgh and beyond, curated by our concierge. From city tours and Highland excursions to whisky tastings, and the chance to create

your very own tartan, the country and its culture are yours to explore.

Our hotel, too, is yours to make your own. Expect a welcome in bespoke Balmoral tartan; Hebridean blues, heather hues and classic Scottish art;

exceptional local cuisine from the country’s leading chefs; and our whisky ambassadors on hand with the ideal after-dinner dram.

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OUR CONCIERGE TEAM 6

WHISKY EXPERIENCE AT SCOTCH 8

INSTAGRAM WALKING TOUR 10

AFTERNOON TEA MASTERCLASS 12

GOLFING 14

BAR PRINCE 16

HIT THE ROAD 18

GIN EXCURSION 20

ROYAL EDINBURGH 22

THE BALMORAL SPA 24

THE TARTAN BUTLER CLAN TOUR 26

OUTLANDER TOUR 28

BRASSERIE PRINCE 30

CASHMERE, TARTAN AND TWEED TRAIL 32

NUMBER ONE 34

GREAT BRITISH RAIL JOURNEY 36

concierge.balmoral@roccofortehotels.com

T: +44 131 556 2414

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Proud owner of the prestigious Edinburgh Clef d’Ors – “keys to the city”, awarded to the world’s leading concierges – our chief concierge, David Musk, has worked at The Balmoral for 13 years. Whether you want to

capitalise on Edinburgh’s rich culture or escape the city with an excursion into the spectacular

Scottish Highlands, David and his assistant chief concierge, Andy, are always on hand to ensure

a memorable, remarkable stay in Scotland – tailored entirely to you.

B E O U R G U E STOur concierge team

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Let our dedicated whisky ambassadors take you through a selection of over 500 single malts and blends from around the country at our signature whisky bar, SCOTCH – the city’s prime spot for sampling its proud produce. Taking your seat on our cosy tweed sofas, our ambassadors will take you through the finest drams from the Highlands, Lowlands, Islands, Islay and Speyside – including

rare and vintage whiskies – explaining the heritage and tasting note highlights of each.

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Whisky experience at SCOTCH

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Feed your creative juices (and please your public) with a snap happy tour of our UNESCO

World Heritage City. We’ve paired with one of Scotland’s top Instagrammers to guide you

through the city’s most photogenic spots, capturing the spectacular architecture amongst

Edinburgh pin ups Calton Hill, Stockbridge and Dean Village – and creating plenty of

∆BalmoralMoments of your own.

I N F O C U SInstagram walking tour

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Indulge in this most British of traditions with an Afternoon Tea Masterclass. Over delicate finger sandwiches, homemade scones and the finest

tea, your official guide will explain its origins and etiquette, sharing the story behind the tea stand

in an eye-opening and appetising experience.

T I M E F O R T E AAfternoon Tea Masterclass

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A country renowned for its golfing, Scotland enjoys some of the world’s most challenging, picturesque and pleasurable links. From The

Balmoral, keen golfers can enjoy access to the most exclusive golf courses and clubs

across the country.

T E E O F FGolfing

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Nestled beside our French-meets-Scottish bistro, Brasserie Prince, is Bar Prince – our convivial

destination drinking spot, where leading mixologist Giovanni Cassino continues the alliance of the finest French and Scottish flavours through his

exciting, imaginative drinks menu. Enjoy an aperitif, after-dinner drink or explore with our four-course,

seasonal cocktail tasting menu.

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R A I S E A G L A S SBar Prince

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Get off the beaten track with an exhilarating 4x4 adventure around the spectacular Loch

Lomond. Taking in stunning scenery and wildlife – from golden eagles to stags – an expert guide

will take you tearing around the hillside above the loch, navigating off-road tracks, steep slopes

and rock crawls in an unforgettable four-wheeled experience.

4 X 4 A DV E N T U R E SHit the road

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Take a trip to the Secret Herb Garden, 7.5 acres of picturesque, botanical land and gardens at the foot of the Pentland Hills – and home to

exciting new gin distillery Old Curiosity. Here you will enjoy a gin tutorial, learning about the botanics grown and dried on site to create Old Curiosity’s famous colour-changing gin, before

getting the opportunity to create, bottle and name your own herb-infused gin to take away.

B O TA N I C A L B O T T L E SGin excursion

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Be our guest at two of the country’s most eminent stately properties: Holyrood Palace, the Queen’s official Edinburgh residence, and

the Royal Yacht Britannia, her yacht for over 40 years. Taking a tour around these magnificent sights, you will learn the history of each, from

the 16th-century apartments of Mary Queen of Scots at Holyrood to the million-plus nautical

miles racked up by the Royal Yacht on its travels. Finish the day in fitting regal style with an

Afternoon Tea Masterclass back at the hotel.

R E G A L R E S I D E N C E SRoyal Edinburgh

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Unwind in our urban spa, complete with swimming pool, Finnish sauna, steam room,

fully equipped gym and studio, and five treatment rooms where our expert therapists offer signature

treatments using our own Irene Forte Skincare range. For a true retreat in the heart of the city, treat yourself to the Ishga day spa package: a

powerful, head-to-toe, pampering session with scrubs, soaks, hot stone massage and a facial, using products derived from Scottish spring water and mineral-rich seaweed, developed

in the Outer Hebrides.

T H E S PA AT T R AC T I O NThe Balmoral Spa

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Go back to your roots with a unique exploration into any Scottish family history you have. Our Tartan Butler can help you trace your ancestry

and source your clan’s tartan, arranging an appointment with the kiltmakers to the Queen.

Once you’re suitably clad, we can create a tailored tour of your family’s Scottish heritage, tracing their story through the castles, ruins, inns and archives of Scotland and arming you

with an expert guide to take you through them.

H I G H L A N D S H I ST O RYThe Tartan Butler Clan tour

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Travel back in time with an immersive journeythrough the epic setting of historical drama

Outlander. From Doune, Blackness andMidhope Castles to Hopetoun House, you’ll visit

key locations in the series, learning about thereal Jacobean people and places that inspired it.

S M A L L S C R E E N STA R SOutlander tour

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Overseen by Executive Chef, Gary Robinson, Brasserie Prince celebrates the very best of

Scottish produce with classic French cooking. Enjoy seasonally inspired, classic bistro dishes that

harmonise quintessentially French flavours with local ingredients. Open for power breakfasts and light lunches all the way through to cocktail hour

and after-dinner drinks in the adjoining Bar Prince.

P R I N C E C H A R M I N GBrasserie Prince

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Meet the most prestigious makers of three fabrics synonymous with Scotland: tartan,

tweed and cashmere. Taking a private visit to the mills of Royal Warrant holders Johnstons of Elgin – who have worked with the world’s top fashion houses for centuries – you will watch the skilled craftspeople behind these exquisite

fabrics in action, stopping to shop, or even create your own family tartan or tweed with

one of their designers.

F I N E FA B R I C SCashmere, tartan and tweed trail

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Michelin-starred for 17 consecutive years, our Number One restaurant is one of the country’s foremost dining destinations – sublime cuisine in an elegant, art-filled space. Our dishes are

fashioned using seasonal ingredients carefully sourced from an exceptional list of trusted

suppliers. Head Chef Mark Donald and his team have developed a menu fusing modern Scottish

cuisine with international flair.

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F I R ST A N D F O R E M O STNumber One

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Get the best of Scotland and England in the ultimate dual destination break, taking in both

British Rocco Forte hotels: Edinburgh’s Balmoral and London’s Brown’s. Enjoying the signature Rocco Forte service throughout your stays,

you will travel between the two capital cities in style, enjoying a chauffeured Bentley Mulsanne

in London, a scenic first-class train journey across the UK to Edinburgh, and an escort from Waverley to The Balmoral from our concierge.

A cross-country adventure like no other.

A L L A B OA R DGreat British rail journey

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MEETINGS & EVENTS

• 10 meeting suites for up to 450 guests• All with views of Edinburgh Castle or the Old Town, as well as natural daylight and Wi-Fi access

ACCOMMODATION

• 167 bedrooms from 22m2

• 20 suites from 45m2

THE BALMORAL SPA

• 15m swimming pool• Refreshment Bar• 5 treatment rooms• Relaxation suite• Sauna and steam room• Gym and yoga studio• Spa memberships• Tailor-made fitness and wellbeing programmes• Irene Forte Skincare

RESTAURANT & BARS

• Number One • Brasserie Prince • Palm Court• SCOTCH• The Gallery• Bar Prince

LOCATION

The Balmoral is:• A 25-minute drive to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)• Adjacent to Waverley Railway Station which is served by connections from all around the UK, including frequent direct trains with London, Manchester and Birmingham

1 Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2EQTel: +44 131 556 2414e: reservations.balmoral@roccofortehotels.com

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