Balmore Guest House

Balmore Guest House

Guest house
 

34, Gilmore Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

GoodBased on 6,577 reviews
7.0

€43

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Balmore Guest House Information

Discover essential information, amenities, and features of Balmore Guest House, providing insights into what to expect during your stay. Information on this property was last updated on 24 April 2025.
This friendly, family-run Victorian guest house offers modern en-suite rooms across 3 neighboring Victorian townhouses. Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street can both be reached within 20 minutes’ walk....

Good to know

Check-in time14:00
Check-out time10:00
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+44 131 221 1331

Perks and amenities at Balmore Guest House

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at Balmore Guest House
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking
  • Smoke alarms

General

  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Electric kettle
  • Express check-out
  • Body soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Family rooms
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Shower
  • Dustbins
  • TV
  • Conditioner
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Socket near the bed
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Designated smoking area
  • Storage available

Services

  • Tour desk
  • Key access

Reviews for Balmore Guest House

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at Balmore Guest House, providing insights into their experiences. Travellers have left 6,577 reviews of Balmore Guest House to date. Review data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
7.0
GoodBased on 6,577 verified guest reviews
Pros +
  • Near to main road Princes St so all sights available We'll run and adequate. (in 11 reviews)
  • The location was even more pleasing - just a short walk from Princes Street. (in 9 reviews)
  • Fantastic value for money! (in 58 reviews)
Cons -
  • Bathroom door didn’t close! (in 16 reviews)
  • The very noisy road. (in 20 reviews)
  • Parking was a nightmare. (in 44 reviews)
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Balmore Guest House is located at 34, Gilmore Place in the neighbourhood of Edinburgh. Popular landmark data was lasted updated on 24 April 2025.

Most Popular Landmarks

Usher Hall

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Edinburgh Castle

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1.5 km

Gladstone's Land

18 mins walk

1.5 km

Museum on the Mound

19 mins walk

1.6 km

Surgeon's Hall

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Usher Hall

12 mins walk

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Edinburgh Castle

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Gladstone's Land

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1.5 km

Museum on the Mound

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Surgeon's Hall

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Public Transportation

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Closest Airports

Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport

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  • How far is Balmore Guest House from National Museum of Scotland?

    You can walk to National Museum of Scotland while staying at Balmore Guest House - you’ll be about 1.3 km away.

  • Is Balmore Guest House close to Greyfriars Kirk?

    Balmore Guest House is a good choice to stay at if you want to visit Greyfriars Kirk, which is 1.2 km away.

FAQs when booking at Balmore Guest House

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding bookings, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at Balmore Guest House. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2025.

  • Is pricing at Balmore Guest House comparable to 3 star hotels in Edinburgh?

    Balmore Guest House is generally less than the average price of 3 stars hotels in Edinburgh. On average, you can expect to pay €236 per night in Edinburgh. Balmore Guest House will run you €150 per night, which is 37% cheaper than the Edinburgh average.

  • How close is Balmore Guest House to the nearest airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    With a distance of 16.6 km between Balmore Guest House and the nearest airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, the drive typically takes about 0h 12m depending on traffic. Be sure to check traffic trends near the hotel and airport as some areas experience higher traffic than others and can increase your expected travel time.

  • What is the best way for guests to get from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Balmore Guest House?

    One of the more popular options today is to take a taxi or ridesharing service directly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to the hotel. This option is often cost-effective, but guests must keep a lookout for peak time rates.

  • How close is Balmore Guest House from the Edinburgh city centre?

    Balmore Guest House is 0.2 km away from the centre of Bruntsfield, Edinburgh. Consider visiting Festival Theatre, a popular landmark that can be accessed from Balmore Guest House by various forms of transportation.

  • What is the Balmore Guest House phone number?

    You can reach the front desk of Balmore Guest House at +44 131 221 1331.

  • Does Balmore Guest House have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Balmore Guest House has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What is the check-out time at Balmore Guest House?

    Balmore Guest House has a normal check-in time of after 14:00, and check-out time of before 10:00.

  • How much does it cost to stay at Balmore Guest House, Edinburgh?

    Prices at Balmore Guest House will vary depending on when you plan to stay and what room type you require. The average nightly room price recently has been €150, though some users have found rates as low as €63. To see prices for your dates, enter them in the form above.

  • What is the cheapest month to stay at Balmore Guest House?

    For the best chance to save money on your Balmore Guest House reservation, consider staying in January, when prices are typically at their lowest (€62).

  • What is the cheapest day to check into Balmore Guest House?

    Consider checking into Balmore Guest House on Saturday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of €45).

  • How far is Balmore Guest House from National Museum of Scotland?

    You can walk to National Museum of Scotland while staying at Balmore Guest House - you’ll be about 1.3 km away.

  • Is Balmore Guest House close to Greyfriars Kirk?

    Balmore Guest House is a good choice to stay at if you want to visit Greyfriars Kirk, which is 1.2 km away.

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