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Old Waverley Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star Victorian hotel near Edinburgh Castle

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 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
(43 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

Heart of Edinburgh.At this Edinburgh City Centre hotel, you'll be well placed to visit George Street and Princes Street Gardens, both within a 5-minute walk. Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street are also within half a mile (1 km).

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

3-star Victorian hotel near Edinburgh Castle
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.

  • 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
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

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

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property 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: 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
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
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 onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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 Edinburgh
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The Old Waverley Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Old Waverley Hotel to the airport?

Old Waverley Hotel is 8.5 mi (30-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Mar 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Old Waverley Hotel on Mar 10, 2026 start from $139, 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.

Does Old Waverley Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Old Waverley Hotel.

How close is Old Waverley Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 3.2 mi (14-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14.5 mi (33-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Old Waverley Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Old Waverley Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15.00 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Old Waverley Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Old Waverley Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at Old Waverley Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Old Waverley Hotel have a pool?

Old Waverley Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Old Waverley Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Old Waverley Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Old Waverley Hotel to downtown Edinburgh?

Old Waverley Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Edinburgh.

Old Waverley Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 440 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 356 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1011 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alonso

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lee

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Staff at reception checking in not
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Pamela

The location of this hotel is the main draw - very close to Waverley train station. As a solo traveller I felt safe in the neighborhood. The standard room was rather dingy and looked out at an alley rather than the lovely vista of old town. In all it was a convenient place to land for a few days!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
the room was excellent cleaned every day the staff friendly and helpful excellent service hotel was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Anda

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We appreciate the staff made a accommodation For my parents, not able to arrive
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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

8/10 Good

David Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff. Always very helpful. Would definitely recommend and would stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone gives 5 starts but don't want to hear the "bad things". Honesty is always appreciated. Male, solo. Hotel is dated, but this adds to the charm. Everything works. Location is absolutely perfect. Few hotels in the area are as well located as this one. Across from everything. Walking distance. Plus the bus from airport leaves you right there in front, and picks u up there too. Tried to check in early around 8 am but would not let me until 3 pm. Left bags and went around. Returned around 2 pm, so I was waiting there in the sofa in front of reception. Another person came in around 2:30 pm, it was allowed to checked in. So I tried again and they allowed me to check in. Unfortunately, not the hotel's fault. Windows are not double insulated so noise from the back alley is bad. Seems like the restaurants in that area dump the glass bottles hard and you can hear everything. Sometimes at 11 pm or later. Also early in the morning sometimes it happens. Construction at this moment is taking place in the building directly in front of it, but did not hear construction noise at night. For the location/price ratio. It is an excellent hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Dorothy

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

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful view from my comfortable and cozy room. Very warm, welcoming and kind staff. Breakfast was wonderful and the location was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Karin

Stayed 1 night in Nov 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