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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)
Bar (on property)
Exterior

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

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

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

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

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 | 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)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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

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 this property

Old Waverley Hotel

Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning and a 24-hour front desk are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
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.

The sightseeing around Old Waverley Hotel gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Royal Mile. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a bar.
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Guests like the accommodation for the comfy beds, spaciousness and overall comfort
  • Steps from Princes Street and St. Andrew Square
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. Old Waverley Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

This 3-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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. 435 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 357 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 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

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

4/10 Poor

Ashley

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room was very tired, no seals on the door and the window was drafty so it banged all night. Road and hotel was extremely noisy all night plus bin Lorry collected glass bottles at 5:00 am so no sleep. Breakfast was really good though.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very spacious, very comfortable - the beds are very nice, with fluffy duvets. When we walked in we were so relieved to have such a nice space. The bathroom was also spacious, although the tub is quite narrow and it was hard to stand flat in it. The hotel itself is situated perfectly for access to everything, including seconds away from a direct bus or tram to the airport! The breakfast in the morning was great, lots of options. The staff were helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay where again. Lift was small and slow, but that is not atypical for the old world. Our room was also noisy because we got the echo of the alley as we were on the corner we hear all the hooting and hollering until the wee hours of the night and then a 6am garbage truck or something every morning!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

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