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Old Waverley Hotel

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

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is €220
includes taxes & fees
4 Jul - 5 Jul

Room options

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Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

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
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
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

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(32 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room (Princes Street View)

Standard Double Room (Princes Street View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

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
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

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), smoke-free property and a lift
  • A front desk safe, a banquet hall and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket information, a 24-hour front desk and a TV in reception
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 85 rooms include amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Deep-soaking baths, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and heating

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site 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
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1848
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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.

Payment types at the property

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: from 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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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Frequently asked questions

Is Old Waverley Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Old Waverley Hotel?

As of 2 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Old Waverley Hotel on 4 Jul 2025 start from €220.22, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Old Waverley Hotel located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this eco-certified hotel is steps away from Scott Monument and Princes Street. Royal Mile and George Street 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. 436 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 361 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 137 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1003 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

Great stay?
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Wonderful location - central to so many things in Edinburgh...very pleased with our stay there
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10

Beautiful, clean and the staff was excellent
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10

Best location in Edinburgh!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10

The location is good but the hotel needs renovating - it’s quite run down.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Excellent dining and staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

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

Friendly staff, amazing location, good breakfast, no complaints!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

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

Nice staff, great location, very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

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

Large room, very centrally located, close to the Tram.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

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

8/10

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

Property was well maintained and staff was extremely knowledgeable and helpful.

10/10

Beautiful hotel right across from the train station and bus stops. Perfect spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Nice hotel very clean food good and very convenient to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Lovely hotel! Perfect location and kind staff. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10

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

8/10

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

6/10

Very convenient, buses right out the front door, close to everything. Very warm room but at least they let us borrow a fan and we could open the window. You’re paying for location. Older facility but it had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10

The hotel was very clean and inviting. Very central to ev6we wanted or needed to do The staff are friendly and attentive. Our double room was basic but clean and comfortable. Only gripe was that the bathroom sink was great if youre 7ft tall, a tad too high for a 5ft 5in woman. Perfect for our short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

In the heart of the City, lovely view from window at night. Clean, comfortable room at an great price and staff were very warm and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Awesome service with a smile. Hotel is super clean and walking distance to everything. 1 minutes from train station. Will definitely stay here again next year when I come back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10

With only one exception, I found the staff to be rude and unhelpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025