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Old Waverley Hotel

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel with a restaurant, steps from Princes Street

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

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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)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Double Room (Princes Street View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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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)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • City view
  • 194 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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(60 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(38 reviews)
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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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)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, Old Waverley Hotel is adjacent to Princes Street and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like George Street. This 85-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Andrew Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • George Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Princes Street Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

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
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Old Waverley Hotel

Victorian hotel with a restaurant, steps from Princes Street
Old Waverley Hotel features free WiFi in public areas and a TV in a common area. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, concierge services, and securing valuables. This smoke-free hotel also has a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Electric kettles, desks, and wardrobes or closets are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.

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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
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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 25 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • 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

Are free cancellation options available at Old Waverley Hotel?

Old Waverley Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see near Old Waverley Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Edinburgh City Centre, just steps from Princes Street and George Street, and within a short walk of Royal Mile. You'll also find Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Old Waverley Hotel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Old Waverley Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, Old Waverley Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Old Waverley Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Old Waverley Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a soaking tub as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Old Waverley Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Old Waverley Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Old Waverley Hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge on weekday mornings at Cranstons.

Will Old Waverley Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Old Waverley Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does Old Waverley Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Old Waverley Hotel?

The closest major airport to Old Waverley Hotel is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 8.5 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Old Waverley Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Old Waverley Hotel.

Old Waverley Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 438 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1003 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great! Helpful and offered suggestions. I really enjoyed the room and the location. They had the room cleaned and tidied all while at breakfast every day! I was amazed. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

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

10/10 Excellent

Savanna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we arrived, the hotel staff was so accommodating. They helped carry bags from the entrance to the lobby since there is a flight of stairs. The room service was great and I loved that it was available at all times because our sleep schedule from travel was really wonky.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Room comfort
Great location right near to Waverley station. Rooms are very small with some awkward configurations. Lack of fridge and room safe are areas that are simple to improve overall room facilities. Lift is so small that even one person and luggage is a tight fit. Overall service experience across hotel was average
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ricardo, Castro Valley

Need new shower head because was leaking. The wood floor under the carpet seems to be loose and toilet have hard time flushing clean even after 5 flush.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jemima

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Gerald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location is excellent and the hotel is a classic. However the lack of a lift to the ground floor is really an inconvenience. Also the rooms are small the the TVs are really outdated. Forget about any options to use a Chromecast or mirror your device. The shower is also rather poor and the rooms are quite small. On a future visit we would stay elsewhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great. I think it would be helpful to let guests know that porridge is made to order & included in breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

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

8/10 Good

Lucille

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
I didn’t have breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Delightful historical hotel. Delightful service and personnel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jo-Ann, Sherwood Park

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Construction was going on well into the night. Even though our stay was October we found it too warm in the room. We thereyleft the windows open.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

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

10/10 Excellent

Anand

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean rooms friendly staff. Only issue is no lift from ground floor to first floor.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie A

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

Lovely little hotel

It’s a great locale right near the train station. Old school European train station hotel. Really nice & I bet it is fun there for the Christmas Holidays! Staff is very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Arshpal

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You have to walk up stairs to get to the lobby
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

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

Would stay here again in cooler months!

Clean room, large bathroom. I cleaned the tub before I used it and my Clorox wipe was still white when I was done! Location was a little far from the Royal Mile. No AC but there was a fan. With the window opened it was perfect. Would not stay here in the summer!
Large bedroom!
Great sized bathroom!
View from Rm 609! It was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine, oro valley

Traveled with partner
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

4/10 Poor

Constance

Traveled with family
Please be aware that there is a whole flight of stairs you have to walk up to get to the reception and the gentleman who came to help with the bags said he would only carry one. The rooms in the back have a single pain of glass so you hear everything all night including some sort of sounded like massive glass bottle dump at 5am. Everything needs updating. It was hot and the AC/Switch did nothing to help with that and opening the old windows with no screens wasn’t an option. Staff was nice but mislabeled our luggage in the luggage room and we could’ve walked off with other peoples belongings if we wanted. On the good side it was a great location and I don’t think you could find a hotel as close to Waverley Bridge or the Mound if you tried. I’m sure the view of Edinburgh and the Scott Memorial might make up for the other stuff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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