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Old Waverley Hotel

3.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Exterior
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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

Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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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
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Standard Double Room (Princes Street View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • George Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 5 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Booking Office - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dishoom Edinburgh - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Dome - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Old Waverley Hotel

Eco-certified hotel near Princes Street
A short walk from Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, Old Waverley Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Smoke-free premises, a TV in the lobby, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 85 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Deep soaking tubs, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cranstons

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 27 steps to reach entrance
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1848
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 25 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Old Waverley Edinburgh
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Edinburgh Hotel Old Waverly
Edinburgh Hotel Waverley
The Old Waverley Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland
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Frequently asked questions

Is Old Waverley Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Old Waverley Hotel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Old Waverley Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Old Waverley Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Old Waverley Hotel located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this eco-certified hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Princes Street and George Street. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are also within 10 minutes. St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Princes Street Tram Stop are within a 5-minute walk.

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Old Waverley Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 437 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 362 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1007 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay?
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bayne Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location - central to so many things in Edinburgh...very pleased with our stay there
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean and the staff was excellent
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Best location in Edinburgh!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Suzanne

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location is good but the hotel needs renovating - it’s quite run down.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent dining and staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, amazing location, good breakfast, no complaints!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with great location. Very short walk to the train station, tram, and airport shuttle bus. Not far from historic Old Town section. Near numerous dining and pub options on Rose Street.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, great location, very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could not have been more perfect. Would recommend. Staff is super helpful and kind. Exactly where we wanted to be for dining, museums and a lovely park.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a unique old hotel, lots of character. The view from my room was absolutely incredible!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room, very centrally located, close to the Tram.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable. It’s small, so anyone who needs or wants extra space wouldn’t enjoy this, but I thought it was perfect. No lift or air conditioning, so it got warm. Great location a couple minutes from St Pancras Station. Staff were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Brilliant location to Waverly station
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff helpful and accommodating. The location is perfect, close to tram, bus and bus tours. You can walk to Royal Mile easily. We walked across street to take bus to airport. Room was large and overlooked old city, stunning at night!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Katya

It was an ok but old building. The floors cracked and elevators were not working all the way down so we had to carry luggage up and down stairs. The only good thing was the location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KENT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was well maintained and staff was extremely knowledgeable and helpful.

8/10 Good

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness
Stairs were challenging to navigate with baggage, definitely would be impossible for anyone in a wheelchair. Location was great, easy walking distance to the buses, trains, and loads of attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel very clean food good and very convenient to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel right across from the train station and bus stops. Perfect spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Birthday in Edinburgh.

Love this hotel. The views of Edinburgh are amazing. The staff are always friendly and the hotel itself is fantastic. Food is spot on too.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel! Perfect location and kind staff. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Near rail station which attracts noise and misc activity. Can be noisy at times. Basic tourist level hotel. Staff was nice and helpful but properly is a bit worn. Staff works hard in daily cleaning and room turnover.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Julia

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is tired and shabby. We visited in a heat wave. Difficulty obtaining fans. With no air con there should be a fan in each room. Construction work outside hotel fri morning at 1.30 restarting 7am. This is not the hotels fault but old sash windows and secondary double glazing that would not shut to keep out noise is their fault. We will not return to this hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only real downside was the noise at night from the street and the trains. The hotel is a little dated and is in need of some minor refurbishment. The other weird thing is the way the lights work. They seem to work off of one main switch but are also sequenced so if you happen to turn off the wrong one you’re in darkness. Some information on how to use the switches would be helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025