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Old Waverley Hotel

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

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Bar (on property)
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
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

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is P9,036
P10,844 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room (Princes Street View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Junior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, No Windows

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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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 Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and George Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Guests love the hotel's central location.
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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
  • Grassmarket - 7 min walk - 0.7 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

  • ‪The Booking Office (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dishoom Edinburgh - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Old Waverley Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 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), a TV in the lobby, and luggage storage
  • An elevator, a front-desk safe, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A 24-hour front desk, concierge services, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 85 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Deep soaking tubs, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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.

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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
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
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 Oct 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Old Waverley Hotel on Nov 2, 2025 start from P 9,036.24, excluding 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?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Old Waverley Hotel located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this eco-certified hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Princes Street and George Street. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre 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. 433 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 356 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 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

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very clean, very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! We have stayed there several times.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, great location. Walkable to the Old City with a lovely park right across the street. Staff were kind and enthusiastic. The room was a bit small, but this is a very old hotel. I recommend this hotel.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, small but functional bathrooms with nice shower, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Old Waverley is close to everything and, with the tram, easy to get to from the airport. The area around the hotel is quite busy, so do expect some street noise.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful. The bar was open until 1 am. The room was spacious and clean. Great location, close to restaurants, pubs, and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a gorgeous old-style hotel. Very convenient to have a bar inside it and location was amazing. I had an interior room and it was very quiet. If you go during a heatwave keep in mind some of the rooms without AC may get very hot.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Squeaky floors, thin walls, uncomfortable bed, awful breakfast. But good location, clean. My room was large with a great view. Overall, an okay 3 star.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A fabulous place to stay. Right across the street from the Waverley train station and walking distance to fabulous sights and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Everyone was very friendly and room was lovely. We throughly enjoyed our dinner, as well! Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay?
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old building. Great friendly staff providing excellent service. Princes street never sleeps. Be prepared for street noise.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The location fantastic a few minutes from train station and central to the tourist attractions The view from my room was so beautiful, I was at the front of the hotel. The floors in my room squeaked and the room above me the same when they were walking around and I heard water dropping from behind the ceiling wall a few times a day/night Stairs up to the lobby desk 21 up to the lift 3 and down a few 3 to my room Ask they will carry your suitcase up and down to and from the lobby It is an old building
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Location was fantastic. The property itself is old and tired. No air conditioning in the room that I saw, tv didn’t work unless you used your subscription to a streaming service. The floor was soft in spots and the mattress was as soft as a fart is solid. Staff was nice. I would never stay there again. Spend the extra money and stay at a better hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was surprised that there was no pre notification that you had to carry your luggage up stairs - there was a bell but not obvious and not known to activate for support. I thought the room price was a little on the high side however the drinks and food were very good value for money. The hotel room I was in was incredibly noisy during the night
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kommer gerne igen.

Dejligt hotel, venligt personale, rengøring i top, super beliggenhed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bayne Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location - central to so many things in Edinburgh...very pleased with our stay there
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Laura

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here a few years ago and loved it! But now it is run down and the staff are not very helpful. The cleanliness was not good either
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Carl David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cannot turn on bathroom light in the middle of the night. Hotel could offer better variety of breakfast food.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent dining and staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Best location in Edinburgh!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean and the staff was excellent
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Location, location, location!

Great location!!! Easy walk to all of the tourist attractions! Nice and clean!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Suzanne

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location is good but the hotel needs renovating - it’s quite run down.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, amazing location, good breakfast, no complaints!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025