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Old Waverley Hotel

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel with restaurant, near Royal Mile

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In the heart of Edinburgh, Old Waverley Hotel offers a welcoming stay. Enjoy traditional Scottish fare at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar. With helpful staff and perks like luggage storage and concierge services, this eco-certified hotel is perfect for exploring nearby St. Giles' Cathedral and Princes Street.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Lift
  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Free toiletries
The current price is £74
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb

Room options

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Standard Double Room (Princes Street View) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room (Princes Street View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds (Princes Street View)

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds (Princes Street View) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds (Princes Street View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(60 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Junior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, No Windows

Junior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, No Windows | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, No Windows

7.6 out of 10
Good
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
43 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2BY

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • St. Andrew Square - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • George Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Princes Street Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 30 min drive
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 5 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 5 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 22 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 22 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Dishoom Edinburgh - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Scottish Cafe & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Old Waverley Hotel

When you stay at Old Waverley Hotel, you'll be in a fantastic location, only a five-minute walk from Princes Street and George Street. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Cranstons, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this Victorian hotel include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and breakfast. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 3 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 4 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 85 rooms
    • Arranged over 8 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Guests should be aware that access to this property requires climbing 27 steps to the first floor reception area. The hotel has lift access to every floor above reception. Guests with luggage may ring the bell for assistance.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1848
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 27 steps to reach property

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Bath only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Special features

Dining

Cranstons – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 25 per stay

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15.00 per person

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Old Waverley Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Old Waverley Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Old Waverley Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Old Waverley Hotel?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Old Waverley Hotel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Old Waverley Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are there restaurants at or near Old Waverley Hotel?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Cranstons.

Does Old Waverley Hotel have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.

What's the area around Old Waverley Hotel like?

Old Waverley Hotel is in Edinburgh City Centre, a short 3-minute walk from St Andrew Square Tram Stop and 7 minutes' walk from Royal Mile. Travellers say that the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

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Reviews

Old Waverley Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, delicious, and of high quality with a variety of options. (68 reviews)
  • The property's restaurant served good food and offered a nice breakfast buffet. (7 reviews)
  • Airport transport was extremely convenient with easy access to the airport bus/tram and airport shuttle within walking distance. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff, breakfast good, pleasant stay
John, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean location
Raymond, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfortable bed, clean room, central location, friendly staff
Gina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean and staff was very friendly and helpful
Anna, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bar was nice Breakfast could have been better
Martyn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice room hotel is going through some renovations but it’s a great spot for a trip to Edinburgh.
Katrina, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Only one tiny elevator, nice staff and excellent cleaners!
Astri, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff were friendly and there was a relaxed feel to the hotel. No usb charge point in room which annoyed me but the breakfast was good.
Carol, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room in the perfect location. Central and convenient for everything.
John, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was nice and clean!
Ashley, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and wonderful staff!.
Robin, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location, great breakfast and comfortable bed!
Lori, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, housekeeping did a great job during our stay. Great location
Adam, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great, active location, but noisy, which was fine for us. Did not choose to have breakfast. Wonderful view. Large room for the price and location. One slow elevator but a good stairway adjacent.
Allen, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms are very clean, staff was incredibly helpful when we had questions or needed something. The view from our room was perfect for Hogmanay, even though it was a little loud (but that was to be expected with how many people were celebrating.) the only negative was it did take a while for the showers to get hot but other than that we had an excellent day and would definitely recommend!
Catelin, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff, clean rooms, location
Kelly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

the room was excellent cleaned every day the staff friendly and helpful excellent service hotel was excellent
Robert, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean room, helpful staff
Dorothy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Tamara, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean room, friendly staff. Always very helpful. Would definitely recommend and would stay again!
David Dean, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful view from my comfortable and cozy room. Very warm, welcoming and kind staff. Breakfast was wonderful and the location was perfect.
Cynthia, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location close to train station, good dining, hop-on/hop-off.
Katherine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel! We have stayed there several times.
Virginia, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was very clean and spacious. The staff helped get my baggage up and down the stairs without me asking.
Steven, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, very clean, very friendly and helpful staff.
Krista, 3-night trip