Old Waverley Hotel
3 stars

Old Waverley Hotel

43 Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2BY, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
See location+44 131 556 4648
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$139
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rate per night

7.9
Good
based on 6035 reviews
6,035 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
$139
Standard room
$155
Superior room
$246

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Overview

Old Waverley Hotel is a smoke-free, three-star hotel that is located in Edinburgh, Scotland. It is a modern hotel in a historic building from the 1800s. The hotel is located within one mile from Edinburgh Castle and has several rooms with a castle view. The amenities include free WiFi, complimentary instant coffee, breakfast buffet, dry cleaning service, and baggage storage. For those traveling on business, the hotel offers fax/photocopying for guests convenience.

Old Waverley Hotel has a few key features in the 85 rooms they have available, such as a flatscreen TV, a safe, 24-hour room service, and an interactive entertainment system.

Old Waverley Hotel is located near four restaurants that are all within walking distance from the establishment giving travelers a large selection of food choices. The most popular restaurant is a three-minute walk from the hotel and is called Number One at The Balmoral with the second most popular being Colonnades at the Signet Library. The closest popular attractions to Old Waverley Hotel are Edinburgh Old Town and The Real Mary King’s Close.

Edinburgh Airport is located approximately six miles from Old Waverley Hote. The Dundee Airport is 35 miles away. Glasgow Airport is 49 miles. Another mode of transportation that is near the hotel is Waverley rail station which is a one-minute walk, giving travelers different options in terms of travel.

7.9
Good rating
Based on 6,035 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Old Waverley Hotel

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Tue 9/23
Standard room
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$155
nightly with fees
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$167
nightly with fees
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$183
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Double room
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$139
nightly with fees
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$141
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$148
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Superior room
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$246
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Old Waverley Hotel

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Window
  • Seating area
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • 24hr front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Elevator
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Pants press

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of Old Waverley Hotel

7.9
Good
6035 verified ratings
Wonderful
2212
Very good
1592
Good
1144
Okay
461
Fair
374
Mediocre
136
Poor
119

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location, being close to major attractions and transport links. The staff were often described as friendly and helpful, contributing positively to the overall experience. Many guests enjoyed the breakfast offerings, although some noted a lack of variety. However, several reviews pointed out issues such as noise from the street and construction, uncomfortable beds, and concerns regarding value for money, especially during peak seasons. Overall, while there were some drawbacks, the positive aspects of the stay were highlighted by many guests.
AI-Generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Service9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Breakfast8.5 out of 10
Value for Price1.5 out of 10
Noise Level1 out of 10
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Wonderful
Tim, Apr 2017
Pros (+) Included breakfast was excellent with free hot beverage service too. The location cannot be beat, in the center of everything. Easy to rent a car, walk the royal mile, shop, eat, and see all the sights Edinburgh has to offer!
7.7
Good
Anonymous, Jul 2016
Pros (+) Location, location, location. Within walking distance (<1 mile) of every place I needed to be or wanted to see on a mostly-business trip. Nice views from my 4th floor window facing Prince St. Bathroom was thoroughly up-to-date and very clean.
Cons (-) Mattress was soft and showing some age. Some street noise--a tradeoff for the view, and not intrusive with the window and curtains closed after 10 pm.
5.7
Fair
Anonymous, Jun 2016
Pros (+) Location
Cons (-) The merchant's website is not elaborative if you open a mobile version. It didnt show to book for a child. I was fooled by the same as had to pay extra for my child. For some reason, they charged me the whole amount for bfast inclusive, but bfast deal wasn't showing. I travelled from India and had the worst experience as had to check out early.

Location

43 Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2BY

What's nearby

  • St. Andrew Square234 yd
  • Princes Street Gardens287 yd
  • Princes Street294 yd
  • Edinburgh City Centre364 yd
  • St Giles' Cathedral401 yd
  • The Royal Mile0.3 mi
  • Edinburgh Castle0.4 mi
  • Grassmarket0.4 mi
  • National Museum of Scotland0.4 mi
  • Calton Hill0.4 mi
  • University of Edinburgh0.6 mi
  • Scottish Parliament Building0.7 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Old Waverley Hotel

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January
September
$343
$411
Cheapest month to stay with an average 66% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 49% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Old Waverley Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Old Waverley Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and March.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Old Waverley Hotel, plan to stay on a Thursday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Old Waverley Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $354, while the most expensive was $402.
  • How long should you stay at Old Waverley Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.
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FAQs when booking at Old Waverley Hotel

  • Where is Old Waverley Hotel located?

    Old Waverley Hotel is located at 43 Princes Street in New Town, 0.1 miles from the center of Edinburgh. St. Andrew Square is the closest landmark to Old Waverley Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Old Waverley Hotel?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Old Waverley Hotel.

  • Does Old Waverley Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Old Waverley Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Old Waverley Hotel from the airport?

    Old Waverley Hotel is 6.9 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Old Waverley Hotel is 35.1 miles from Dundee.

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Distance to city center

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

7.4
0.1 mi
Edinburgh Turnhouse
6.9 mi

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