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Old Waverley Hotel

3.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds (Princes Street View)
Exterior
Bar (on property)
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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(63 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
(39 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

A stay at Old Waverley Hotel places you in the heart of Edinburgh, steps from Princes Street and St. Andrew Square. .This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Royal Mile and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Edinburgh Castle.

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. 436 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 359 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1007 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Rena

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was very bright and clean and the bed was very comfy. There was a nice deep bath and the heating was set just right. Staff were polite and helpful and the breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gina

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

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

8/10 Good

Raymond

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Max

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, great breakfast and comfortable bed!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martyn

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

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

corinne

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

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and wonderful staff!.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Astri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Only one tiny elevator, nice staff and excellent cleaners!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

8/10 Good

Carol

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, housekeeping did a great job during our stay. Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ashley

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

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to train station, good dining, hop-on/hop-off.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff, clean rooms, location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a room overlooking Princess Street during the Hogmanay celebrations, which was just great. The breakfast could be better, but the hotel's location couldn't be better.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

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