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Old Waverley Hotel

3.0 star property

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A dining area with wooden flooring, tables, and chairs, large windows with a view, and decorative ceiling details.
Bar (on property)
A historic building with multiple stories, featuring a prominent 'Old Waverley' sign, a central entrance, and a modern glass extension.
A room with a large window, a round table with a cup and saucer, and a tufted armchair.
A living room with a fireplace, sofas, a yellow chair, and wall-mounted lamps.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service
The current price is $321
$268 nightly
$321 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21

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43 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2BY
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, George Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room (Princes Street View)

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a small table with a bottle and glasses, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room (Princes Street View)

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a round table with a bottle and glass, and a view of buildings through large windows.

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

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a telephone, a chair, a window with curtains, and a chandelier.

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(64 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a desk, and a wardrobe.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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 (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(41 reviews)
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a mirror.

Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

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

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

A stay at Old Waverley Hotel places you in the heart of Edinburgh, steps from Princes Street and St. Andrew Square. .This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Royal Mile and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Edinburgh Castle.

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Andrew Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • George Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 7 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
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Whittard of Chelsea - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Scottish Cafe & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Old Waverley Hotel

Old Waverley Hotel offers 85 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs with deep soaking bathtubs. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Stay in one of 85 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the hotel's restaurant, Cranstons, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM on weekdays.
Cranstons - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

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.

Property is also known as

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Old Waverley Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 441 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 351 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and quality accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in perfect location for getting around and sight seeing
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 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

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
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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Gina

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

8/10 Good

Zac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was fantastic. The only thing was it was hot. Turned the heat off and left the window open at night. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Room was clean very clean. Beautiful location. I would recommend a street view.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very helpful from the outset a d offered advice on the local area/city. Room was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 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
Verified

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martyn

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room hotel is going through some renovations but it’s a great spot for a trip to Edinburgh.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026