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Old Waverley Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers find genuine Scottish hospitality in Edinburgh's city center, where hearty breakfasts provide energy for exploring Scotland's historic capital

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The Old Waverley Hotel in central Edinburgh offers traditional Scottish cuisine, relaxing drinks, luggage storage, and concierge assistance. This eco-certified property is perfect for visits to St. Giles' Cathedral and shopping on Princes Street.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Room options

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Standard Double Room (Princes Street View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(63 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(40 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Near a train station, Old Waverley Hotel is in Edinburgh City Centre, a walkable area in Edinburgh with good airport proximity and shopping. Royal Mile and Grassmarket are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit George Street and Princes Street. Check out an event or a game at Edinburgh International Conference Centre, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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43 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2BY

What's nearby

  • Walter Scott Monument in the Rainy Day, Edinburgh, Scotland
    Princes Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Andrew Square
    St. Andrew Square
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • street view of George street at Edinburgh, scotland
    George Street
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Princes Street Gardens
    Princes Street Gardens
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • sunset time, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Scotland
    Royal Mile
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Dishoom Edinburgh
    3 min walk
  • Black Sheep Coffee
    2 min walk
  • Whittard of Chelsea
    2 min walk
  • The Dome
    3 min walk
  • McDonald's
    2 min walk

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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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
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.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.

Frequently asked questions

Is Old Waverley Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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 hotel is steps from Scott Monument, Princes Street, and St. Andrew Square. George Street and Princes Street Gardens are also within 5 minutes. St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Princes Street Tram Stop are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Old Waverley Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 438 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 351 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location convenient for transport links and Historical sites and shops Rooms warm clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a superb location - just opposite the train station and so within walking distance of all attractions. Hotel is old, but the bed was comfortable and there was a bath/shower. The breakfast was brilliant and had everything you needed. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very comfortable and breakfast was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing spot, great view and place in Edinburgh. Loved our stay. Great room with amazing view of the castle and old part of the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Felipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at the Old Waverley Hotel was excellent. The hotel is very well located, right in the heart of Edinburgh, making it easy to explore the city's main attractions. The views are absolutely breathtaking, overlooking the beautiful Edinburgh skyline and historic landmarks. The staff was friendly and helpful, the rooms were comfortable, and the overall experience exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend the Old Waverley Hotel to anyone visiting Edinburgh. It is a wonderful place to stay and enjoy everything this amazing city has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a room with view on Princess Street anf the Edinburgh Castle. We thoroughly enjoyed watching all the hustle and bustle on street below and the views of the castle also in the evening when it was lit up! Room was clean resturant on site delicious The room itself had an old antique feel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Buffet menu selection was good, pastries a bit dry. Nice staff and clean well organized eating area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff, breakfast good, pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent for the age of the property. Spacious rooms and friendly helpful front desk staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely buffet breakfast. Clean room very friendly staff. Be prepared for stairs up to reception, but you can ring for assistance.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and clean. Great location for sightseeing. I enjoyed my stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Really cute old hotel. Pillows were very strange but that’s all I could complain about. Staff very wonderful, beautifully maintained and clean hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here! GREAT location and wonderful lunch service! Room was quaint and cozy!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location and the layout of the room was exceptionally more than what was expected. Chose the location based on location from the station given times of arrival and departure and this was perfectually situated! In terms of potential things to keep in mind 1) there is an actual physical key, massive and slightly worrying to have to carry around while exploring the city; 2) the staff is incredibly friendly, but not always engaging and some language barriers which were surprising given the location; 3) it is very central which is amazing most of the time, but when warm and a weekend, the noise from the street below was quite interruptive to sleep. Though that same point was surprising when not a weekend, amazingly quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable bed, clean room, central location, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Central to tourist area. Very nice helpful staff. Only fault was WiFi connection was quite poor.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was very bright and clean and the bed was very comfy. There was a nice deep bath and the heating was set just right. Staff were polite and helpful and the breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mats Anders

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location next to the Waverley station, a tram stop and still a short walk to most attractions in Edinburgh. Many nearby restaurants and shops. Somewhat old facilities with their own charm, but adequate if you just want a place to sleep. For a meat-lover the breakfast buffet is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

The room was very clean and staff was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, great breakfast and comfortable bed!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean location
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Audra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Location of the hotel is excellent. Old town, shops and restaurants are on the door step. We did not have a WiFi in our room for our 3days stay and the staff was not attentive and helpful. Overall we were happy and would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel exceeded our expectations. The location was fantastic. Walkable to the royal Mile and the Edinburgh castle. Plenty of restaurants within walking distance and the airport bus literally dropped us off one block from the hotel. We will definitely stay here again. The rooms are very small but they were clean and the water was hot. Excellent location if you’re looking for a central spot and you need a good place to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotlessly clean Staff amazing. Room amazing big and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Martyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Bar was nice Breakfast could have been better
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026