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Old Waverley Hotel

3.0 star property
Victorian Edinburgh hotel in Edinburgh City Centre with a 24-hour front desk
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds (Princes Street View)
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025

Explore the area

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43 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2BY
  • Princes Street
    1 min walk
  • KFC
    1 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop
    3 min walk
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    30 min drive

Room options

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Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Double Room

Junior Double Room

Highlights

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

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

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

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

Highlights

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

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

Standard Double Room (Princes Street View)

Standard Double Room (Princes Street View)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 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

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

Old Waverley Hotel places you in the centre of Edinburgh, steps from Princes Street and within a short 5-minute stroll of George Street. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Cranstons, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Edinburgh City Centre hotel include Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk
  • George Street - 2 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 7 min walk
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 11 min walk

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

Victorian Edinburgh hotel in Edinburgh City Centre with a 24-hour front desk
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The eco-certified Old Waverley Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

This 3-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 85 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Built in 1848
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Old Waverley Hotel offers 85 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a bath with a deep soaking bath. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • 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
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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 25 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.00 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

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

What is the cancellation policy at Old Waverley Hotel?

Old Waverley Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 24 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Old Waverley Hotel on 7 Jan 2025 start from AU$168.6, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Old Waverley Hotel?

The closest beach to Old Waverley Hotel is Portobello Beach (5.2 km).

What makes Old Waverley Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Old Waverley Hotel.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Old Waverley Hotel?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Old Waverley Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, our guests are hooked on the full brekkie here! Available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Old Waverley Hotel?

No, Old Waverley Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Old Waverley Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Old Waverley Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Old Waverley Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Old Waverley Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 429 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 374 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1005 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

Denise, Bragg Creek

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff in all areas. Very helpful when we needed anything. The hotel is very conveniently located near to trains, trams and shops. Everything was clean and well presented. The only real downside was there were lots of stars to get to the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW, Stilwell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All staff members encountered were helpful and friendly. They work very hard and we noticed. The hotel is a great location to be able to walk to Royal Mile and down Princes Street. When everything closes early than expected in Edinburgh being able to hang out in the lounge area was great. At first glance, there are some run-down shops nearby, but I felt safe and it was easy to get to two different tram stops without worry.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good old hotel in central Edinburgh. Nice staff, good facilities, excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was suberb! My only comment would be - the room was HOT unless the air handler was running. Food and drinks were also great.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

JUDITH

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location between Old Town and New Town, close to the train station and walking distance from main attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location just Opposite Scott monument nice walk to Edinburgh Castle, and the Royal Mile.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Niki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Edwin

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tianshu

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brook

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

carole

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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 .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a familiar problem that many of the older hotels have never installed lifts.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk people were very friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean. Building is old but fairly well maintained. Definitely not handicap accessible. Unfortunately they are doing construction on the building next door so there was noise all night. Rooms have no a/c but a fan was available. Unfortunately not many electrical outlets.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

BRONWEN, WARLINGHAM

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our bedroom was very small but ok as only sleeping there. Very clean though and bed very comfortable. Excellent position for visiting all the sights of Edinburgh and transport to and from the airport.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly quiet yet convenient!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy, Saint Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Pros: Very close to train station & old town. Delicious restaurant Spacious room Cons: our room was on the end and it was VERY noisy in the morning with large trucks You have to go up a few flights of stairs with luggage to get to the check in. Rooms are dated. Plug ins not accessible near our bed or night stand - they were across the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley, Edgewood

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property in a central location. As they clearly advertise, there is a flight of stairs to access the lobby, so not a good choice for anyone with mobility issues. There is a lift from the lobby up to rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

PAUL

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location for the castle, but had to schlep my suitcases two floors to the lobby.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024