Rocco Forte Collection

Children

The Balmoral extends the warmest welcome to its most treasured little guests, with its dedicated "Five-star Babies, Kids and Teens" Programmes. These unique and innovative programmes are designed to ensure that all children, whatever age, enjoy every aspect of their own "Balmoral Experience".

"Five-star Babies" at The Balmoral:
  • Wooden cots (travel cots are also available, if preferred)
  • The highest-quality bed linen for babies - 100% cotton
  • Brightly-coloured toy box with toys
  • Balmoral Teddy turndown service (the teddy is a gift to take home)
  • Bottle warmers
  • Sterilisers
  • Complimentary milk on turndown (for bottles or a glass of milk for older babies)
  • Baby toiletries ("Junior Accessories" - 100% pure and natural made for The Rocco Forte Collection)
  • Baby baths
  • Nappy stacker with "Pampers" nappies
  • Nappy changing mats
  • Stools for kids to reach up to the toilet

"Five-star Kids" at The Balmoral:
  • A special welcome - children have their own "Check-in Cards"
  • A wide range of "Junior Accessories", including Balmoral-branded ducks, bubble bath and pampering products
  • Teddy turndown - children can snooze peacefully with their "Balmoral Teddy", which is placed on their pillow during the evening turn-down service
  • Customised children's robes and slippers, perfect for curling-up and watching the wide choice of kids' movies and DVDs on offer
  • Children's VIP amenities - each child receives a gift in their room on arrival. Seasonal highlights include a special visit from Father Christmas on Christmas morning and a visit from the Easter Bunny on Easter Sunday
  • Balmoral quiz - we encourage children to explore The Balmoral with a customised quiz and special prize on completion!
  • The Balmoral Spa features a 15-metre swimming pool, while a multitude of exciting attractions and activities are located minutes from The Balmoral's front door
  • A Children's Room Service Menu with a range of delicious treats including chargrilled chicken fingers and Big Balmoral's banana split, all beautifully presented on children's crockery, accompanied by a Cinderella Cocktail. Hadrian's Brasserie also offers its own Children's Menu created by The Balmoral's Michelin-starred Chef, Jeff Bland

"Five-star Teens" at The Balmoral:
  • Play Station II and games
  • Headphones for PSII
  • Complimentary 15-minute Internet Card
  • Complimentary "Mocktails" on arrival (grown-up version of kids' cocktails)
  • Girlie manicures in The Balmoral Spa (French Manicures, Pink Polish), including Jessica nail polish to take away (£25)
  • 100% pure and natural bathroom products not tested on animals (The Rocco Forte Collection own brand)
  • Board games to loan
  • Teddy turndown (take home as a Balmoral souvenir)
  • Leisure: 15-metre swimming pool and poolside relaxation area
  • Teenage DVDs (classification 12+)
  • Baseball cap (as a gift for boys)
  • Range of books with a Scottish theme such as J.K Rowling's Harry Potter series
  • Weekend newsletter with "top tips" for teenagers (music, events, festivals, fashion etc), as well as the specialist "city services" available at Concierge Desk, where the team will tailor a teenage itinerary

Hot News!
2006 Scottish Thistle Award Winner
The Balmoral's "Five-star Kids" Programme won a prestigious Marketing Initiative Award at the 2006 Scottish Thistle Awards. This Award recognises The Balmoral's unique approach to attract more families to the hotel, as well as the innovative marketing tools to "wow" its younger guests.