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Old Waverley Hotel

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel with restaurant, near Royal Mile

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Bar (on property)
Reception
Bar (on property)
Reception
Street view

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour 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
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Elevator
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Snack bar/deli
The price is $113
includes taxes & fees
$94 per night
Dec 24 - Dec 25

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

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 194 sq ft
  • 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

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Junior Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Desk
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

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)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

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

Standard Double Room (Princes Street View)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

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

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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View from property

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

Pet friendly
Parking available
Free WiFi
Restaurant
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1491)
The price is $139
includes taxes & fees
$116 per night
Dec 24 - Dec 25
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
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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 km
  • Royal Mile - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 13 min walk - 1.1 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

  • ‪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

You'll be in a fantastic location at Old Waverley Hotel, just a 5-minute walk from Princes Street and George Street. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Cranstons, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this eco-certified hotel include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 3 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 4 minutes.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 85 rooms
  • Arranged over 8 floors

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

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • 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.

Required at check-in

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

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking

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
  • 24-hour room service
  • 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

  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 27 stairs to reach property

Room amenities

Be entertained

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

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Bathtub only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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 Program, 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 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.

Also known as

Hotel Old Waverley
Old Waverley
Old Waverley Edinburgh
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Waverley Hotel
Edinburgh Hotel Old Waverly
Edinburgh Hotel Waverley
The Old Waverley Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland
Waverley Hotel Edinburgh
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Old Waverley Hotel Hotel Edinburgh

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 to 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 onsite 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 onsite restaurant, Cranstons.
Does Old Waverley Hotel have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
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. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

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 Exceptional

Jemima, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Wouldn’t go back again
Very dated hotel, needs some love and care. Felt like we stepped back in time. Everything was old and worn, the bed was so lumpy and we couldn’t sleep on it. We kept getting a draft through the window so the room was cold unless we used the radiator that smelt of gas. Other than the location of the hotel, the rest of it was awful!
3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Christina, 2-night business trip
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6/10 Good

D B, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Was a fab stay lovely hotel lovely staff. Room was lovely and clean. Just the trafgic noise a little busy late at night .
Sally, 4-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location comfortable Bed!
Our stay was great, perfect location to everything we needed to see in the old town. Only thing was the hot water flashed hot to cold not fun when you get in from being wet and cold. Bed was very comfortable, noise was only when the pub let out at 2am and died down at 2:30am. Over all the staff was very friendly and helpful with anything that you needed. The restaurant was quiet but amazing.
kadie, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

L A, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Convenience to the max
Staying right on Princes Street was so convenient - with all the central attractions and easy bus rides out to other locations. Getting there was also easy - just down the street from Waverly station. The pubs nearby offered good dinner fare. Overall an A+ for convenience.
Ian, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Nice view seeing landmark of Edinburgh. Great location however it’s noisy when trains come and leave station
3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Visiting for Rugby
Lovely hotel, old but clean and the staff were very friendly all round the hotel whichever roles they were in. Our room was quite small but adequate for our needs. It is a little dated in the room and there are no sockets next to the bed. It was expensive for such a small room but the location was brilliant on Princes Street which comes at a cost
S M, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Really good location and comfortable
The location is excellent; you can walk anywhere in the city in under 15 minutes. I stayed in the Junior Double room, which was very comfortable and cozy, as well as clean. It had a small window overlooking an interior patio, but that didn’t bother me given the purpose of my stay. The bathroom with a bathtub was also clean. Bed really comfortable too. One thing I didn’t quite understand was why there were several holes around the room, which I ended up covering with paper since, traveling alone, it was a bit unsettling. Overall, I have a very positive impression of this hotel and would definitely stay here again!
Ana, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

David, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and view of Old Town
I've stayed here multiple times now. It's an older hotel, but it's clean, the staff is super friendly, and the views of the Scott memorial, the gardens and Old Town are amazing. And it's just a short walk to anything you'd want to see. Next time in Edinburgh, I'll be staying here again.
Julia, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Melissa, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Suneel, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Don’t expect windows in the junior double
They really need to make it 100% clear that junior double means no window. The
John, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

jane, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

JUDITH, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Roberta, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

We were disappointed there wasn’t any air conditioning in our room, but the couple we travelled with had air conditioning in their room. It was just so hot. The bed was not comfortable. Other than that, the stay was great. Breakfast was very good and the service team was very kind!
Niki, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Brook, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

I enjoyed our stay have stayed here before but thought it was overpriced…. The room we had there was a lot of noise at night like A door banging ..outside there was metal in the road so everytime a car of someone walked over it you hear it .. the building opposite had all scaffolding up like it was being renovated … but the beds were spacious very comfortable very clean .
carole, 2-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

First thing -access is terrible -two flights of stairs to get to reception no alternative. Daytime staff pleasant. Room Spartan. Not a thing on the walls nothing. Bed clean and comfortable. Bathroom plain functional. No window in room! There was one but it was shuttered and boarded up. Getting into hotel after ten was ridiculous- lobby closed you had to ring reception give room number name etc- felt like visiting a minimum security prison complete with gruff guard! Corridors small and poky - the entire establishment had the feel of a 1950’s boarding house. The price was extortionate- a 2 star hotel at best.
Paul, 2-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good

Perfect location
Room for 3 was well laid out with plenty of room. Bar area very nice with attentive staff and reception were very helpful too. Hotel is in an excellent location with easy access to Royal Mile and railway station. Good discount at Q Park through hotel too.
Michelle, 3-night trip with friends
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General property information

Travelers Say
"Ideal for bus and train stations. Nice room with TV iron and board and tea coffee facility."
Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM