We had previously stayed at a grander hotel as part of a walking tour and whilst it had all appearances of its grandeur, I don't feel I got anything extra from staying there. Balmoral may not have an impressive 'all you can eat' buffet breakfast spread, but I'm generally opposed to buffets anyway, and more so now since Covid. Balmoral has a more personal touch, the rooms are a little dated and maybe in need of a spruce up, but bed and shower facilitues were very good and comfortable. Booking direct we not only had the continental breakfast included in our tariff but also a hot breakfast which includes eggs plus 3 sides. Loved it. The continental breakfast was quite adequate and self serve, but my hot breakfast was cooked to order and served to our table. When a hotel is not part of a chain, you do notice the difference in the staff and owner. All were friendly helpful and whilst not as grand as some, we would all stay again, but be warned it is on a slope but walkable to town centre and gardens etc.
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