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Old Waverley Hotel

3.0 star property

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Room service

Explore the area

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43 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2BY
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Andrew Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, George Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room (Princes Street View)

Standard Double Room (Princes Street View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(62 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
(38 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Edinburgh

With a stay at Old Waverley Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, steps from Princes Street and 7 minutes by foot from Royal Mile. .This hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from George Street.

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • St. Andrew Square - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • George Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Princes Street Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

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
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Scottish Cafe & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Whittard of Chelsea - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 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.
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 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

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

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. 434 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 354 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

corinne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff. Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Lynne

Disliked: Cleanliness
Room and food My husband cut his foot on cracked tile in bathroom luckily I had my manicure set so got the piece of tile out off his foot The whole hotel and room was dated Plus the warkmen we’re throwing rubbish and furniture from upstairs fire escape into skips so we couldn’t relax with noiss
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Max

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room extremely clean and fantastic cleaning staff refilling tea, biscuits and getting new towls. Also a great breakfast area with a good selection of hot and cold food and a great view outside onto the princes street
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

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

10/10 Excellent

Rena

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean location
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff, breakfast good, pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anna

The room was very clean and staff was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Martyn

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

10/10 Excellent

Reagan

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Cozy, warm rooms. Not fancy but very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

Gina

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

10/10 Excellent

Alonso

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Carol

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were friendly and there was a relaxed feel to the hotel. No usb charge point in room which annoyed me but the breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Henry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Phone never worked. Creeky floorboards. Micro size lift (max 2 people)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Allen

Great, active location, but noisy, which was fine for us. Did not choose to have breakfast. Wonderful view. Large room for the price and location. One slow elevator but a good stairway adjacent.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catelin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms are very clean, staff was incredibly helpful when we had questions or needed something. The view from our room was perfect for Hogmanay, even though it was a little loud (but that was to be expected with how many people were celebrating.) the only negative was it did take a while for the showers to get hot but other than that we had an excellent day and would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Clean room in the perfect location. Central and convenient for everything.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Room was nice and clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

ann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay here was ok. We did not use the breakfast buffet, but we did order dinner and snacks. Some staff was very good. Our last night was awful. We lost power and when we woke up to shower and head to the airport we had no water. What water we were able to trickle was cold. 10 minutes before we had to leave they offered a room to shower in, but it was too late. The elevators did not work, we had drag our suitcase down the stairs. The other night were very noisy with drunk people fighting in the alley and garbage (glass bottles) being dumped. The location was good especially for the Christmas markets and lots of stuff in walking distance. My SIL overheard the reception desk lying to other guests about the water situation and the other reception person told her to tell everyone the truth.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025