The Balmoral houses a few of Scotland’s most luxurious suites, the grandest being The Scone and Crombie suite, named after the iconic Scone Palace in Perthshire. This suite is the epitome of luxury, boasting an impressive 198 square meters and respectively designed to accentuate the hotel’s original features. The high ceilings of the suite provide a palatial feel, and its space is decorated with intricate cornices, carefully selected furniture, and a color scheme that creates a calming and serene space. The floor-to-ceiling windows bathe the suite in natural light and allow the guest to take in the awe-inspiring view of Edinburgh’s Old Town, while the master bedroom provides a perfect balance between modern and traditional luxury. A design highlight is the exquisite dining area, adorned with a bespoke tapestry paper that was custom made for the hotel. Not only does this create a unique and significant statement feature, but it also provides a nod to both the city’s royal connections and the grandeur of the suite.
As part of Rocco Forte Hotels’ new suite experience, The Balmoral launched its exclusive cashmere butler service in partnership with the renowned brand, Hawico Scotland. This leading cashmere manufacturer, based in the town of Hawick, supplies the world with a quality range of products such as tartan, tweed, and of course, their well-known cashmere. Derek Umpherston, store manager at Hawico’s flagship store in Edinburgh, has taken on the prestigious role as the hotel’s dedicated cashmere butler. With an abundance of luxurious accessories to choose from, including wraps, hats, and gloves, guests can have the finest cashmere delivered directly to their room or choose to enjoy a private shopping experience with the cashmere butler himself. Derek has considerately produced a bespoke cashmere’ paint box,’ showcasing 25 shades from the seasons, and which allows guests to see and feel the cashmere that is used in the manufacturing process of their products in the scenic Scottish Borders.