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Old Waverley Hotel

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

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$417
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

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43 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2BY
  • Princes Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Royal Mile
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

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

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
Wardrobe
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room (Princes Street View)

Standard Double Room (Princes Street View)

Standard Double Room (Princes Street View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

Old Waverley Hotel places you in the centre of Edinburgh, steps from Princes Street and within a short 5-minute stroll of George Street. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Cranstons, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Edinburgh City Centre hotel include Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.

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 with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
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. The eco-certified Old Waverley Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

This 3-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 85 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Built in 1848
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and 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 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
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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

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

What is the cancellation policy at Old Waverley Hotel?

Old Waverley Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Old Waverley Hotel?

As of 25 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Old Waverley Hotel on 12 Oct 2025 start from AU$416.68, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Old Waverley Hotel?

The closest beach to Old Waverley Hotel is Portobello Beach (5.2 km).

What makes Old Waverley Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Old Waverley Hotel.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Old Waverley Hotel?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Old Waverley Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, our guests are hooked on the full brekkie here! Available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Old Waverley Hotel?

No, Old Waverley Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Old Waverley Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Old Waverley Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Old Waverley Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Old Waverley Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 435 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 358 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1014 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

Kenya

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

4/10 Poor

Suzanne

Travelled with family
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

Kathleen

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

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Location is excellent for train, tram, airport bus transfer, and walking to sights. Very friendly front desk staff. Condition of the property is worn down, but rooms and common spaces are clean. Not handicap accessible or senior friendly given stairs and just one grab bar in the tub. For the right price, it’s a good choice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could not have been more perfect. Would recommend. Staff is super helpful and kind. Exactly where we wanted to be for dining, museums and a lovely park.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff helpful and accommodating. The location is perfect, close to tram, bus and bus tours. You can walk to Royal Mile easily. We walked across street to take bus to airport. Room was large and overlooked old city, stunning at night!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with great location. Very short walk to the train station, tram, and airport shuttle bus. Not far from historic Old Town section. Near numerous dining and pub options on Rose Street.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bayne Joseph

Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Allison

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stairs were challenging to navigate with baggage, definitely would be impossible for anyone in a wheelchair. Location was great, easy walking distance to the buses, trains, and loads of attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Bay City

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

6/10 Okay

Blythe

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Clean but old and worn

Breakfast was great! The hotel is clean but old and worn. The photos of the rooms did not represent the overall well-used condition of the hotel in general and our room on the 6th floor. There is no elevator to reception on the 1st floor.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

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

Excellent hotel

Wonderful staff. Very clean. Great view of the Scott Monument
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a unique old hotel, lots of character. The view from my room was absolutely incredible!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas, Reno

Near rail station which attracts noise and misc activity. Can be noisy at times. Basic tourist level hotel. Staff was nice and helpful but properly is a bit worn. Staff works hard in daily cleaning and room turnover.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Miranda, Wichita Falls

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very convenient, buses right out the front door, close to everything. Very warm room but at least they let us borrow a fan and we could open the window. You’re paying for location. Older facility but it had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jane

Disliked: Staff & service
With only one exception, I found the staff to be rude and unhelpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherry

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

Great location

The location of this hotel is beyond measure. So close to all the places we wanted to visit. One of our party had mobility issues and this hotel was perfectly placed. I would definitely stay there again and would recommend it to all my family and friends
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room, very centrally located, close to the Tram.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth, DENVER

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

6/10 Okay

sungsoo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is not unfriendly but not necessarily friendly. In another words, they did not seem to care. Carrying heavy luggages through stairs was so difficult and inconvenient. Had a room facing an office building, which was undergoing construction with lots of noises in the early morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Brilliant location to Waverly station
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025