Getting to The Balmoral Hotel

How to get to the Balmoral from the bus and train stations

The Balmoral is the building with the impressive 195-foot clock tower which you can't miss wherever you may be coming from.

From Waverley Train Station

The Balmoral Hotel is adjacent to the Waverley Train Station. It's a matter of going up Waverley Steps and turn right to see the entrance.

From St. Andrews Bus Station

Walk along the East side of St. Andrews square for about 4 minutes until reaching Princes Street. Look to your right and then up to see the hotel.

From Edinburgh International Airport

Take the express shuttle bus from the airport. It drops you off at Waverley Bridge. Look to the east and see the tall building of the Balmoral Hotel and its clock tower. It takes you about 3-4 minutes to walk to it.

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