Old Waverley Hotel

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

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room (Princes Street View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
43 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 2BY

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • George Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 5 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Booking Office - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dishoom Edinburgh - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Dome - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Old Waverley Hotel

Eco-certified hotel near Princes Street
A short walk from Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, Old Waverley Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Smoke-free premises, a TV in the lobby, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 85 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Deep soaking tubs, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

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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
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

Property 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
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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Old Waverley Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of Jul 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Old Waverley Hotel on Jul 21, 2025 start from $211.3, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Old Waverley Hotel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Old Waverley Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Old Waverley Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Old Waverley Hotel located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this eco-certified hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Princes Street and George Street. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are also within 10 minutes. St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Princes Street Tram Stop are within a 5-minute walk.

Old Waverley Hotel Reviews