Old Waverley Hotel - Edinburgh

$$$$||View on mapEdinburgh, United Kingdom43 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH2BY|
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Old Waverley Hotel - Edinburgh
43 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH2BY·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.9Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.6
Staff8.8
Cleanliness8.4
Comfort8.4
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.8
Value for money7.5
Who stays here
Couples40%
Families28%
Solo17%
Groups14%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.9Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.6
Staff8.8
Cleanliness8.4
Comfort8.4
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.8
Value for money7.5
Who stays here
Couples40%
Families28%
Solo17%
Groups14%

Historic Edinburgh hotel on Princes Street with views of Edinburgh Castle

Dining

Cranston's Restaurant serves fine dining with a selection of Scottish dishes. A full Scottish breakfast and buffet-style continental options are available each morning. Afternoon tea service includes prosecco upgrades for those who prefer.

Rooms

Superior double rooms offer views of Edinburgh Castle. Triple rooms are spacious and suitable for families with up to three guests. A complimentary VIP pack is provided for guests in superior double rooms.

Location

The hotel is a 1-minute walk from Waverley rail station. Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile are within a 10-minute walk. The Scottish National Gallery is also nearby.

Bar & Welcome Drinks

The Abbotsford Room Bar offers a curated list of the best Scottish whiskies. Guests receive a complimentary bottle of house wine upon arrival. Afternoon tea with prosecco upgrade is also available at the bar.

Heritage & Sustainability

Old Waverley Hotel is one of the oldest establishments on Princes Street. Innovative energy and water conservation initiatives are in place throughout the building. There is a strong focus on sourcing local and sustainable produce for meals.

  • Location: 1-minute walk from Waverley station, 10-min walk to Royal Mile
  • Dining: Full Scottish breakfast & afternoon tea with prosecco upgrade
  • Rooms: Superior double rooms with castle views & VIP pack
  • Bar: Complimentary house wine & curated Scottish whisky list
  • Heritage: One of the oldest hotels on Princes Street
  • Sustainability: Energy and water conservation initiatives in place
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 15.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Year renovated:2012
Number of floors:8
Number of rooms:86
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Rooms and availability

Standard Single Room
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
Junior Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed1 Double bed
Without Window Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Private bathroom
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Coffee shop

TV

Flat-screen TV

Lift
Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Room view

  • City view
  • Street view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Old Waverley Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 132 £
📏 Distance to centre 500 m
✈️ Distance to airport 14.1 km
🧳 Nearest airport Edinburgh, EDI

Location

43 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH2BY
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43 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH2BY
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43 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH2BY
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
2 Warriston's Close
The Real Mary King's Close
470 m
Gallery
Scottish National Gallery
450 m
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
550 m
Monument
Scott Monument
100 m
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
410 m
53 Princes Street
Princes Street
380 m
Gallery
City Art Centre
420 m
Museum
Scottish National Portrait Gallery
450 m
2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)
Brass Rubbing Centre
530 m
Restaurant
Costa Coffee
110 m
Restaurant
Marks and Spencer Cafe
210 m
Restaurant
Gaucho
180 m
Restaurant
Chopstix
140 m
Restaurant
Little Maestro
170 m
Restaurant
McDonald's
210 m
Restaurant
Snax Cafe
260 m
Restaurant
The Pasty Shop
240 m

Reviews of Old Waverley Hotel

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FAQ about Old Waverley Hotel

What are the top attractions to visit while staying at Old Waverley Hotel?
Attractions that are worth your attention include the surviving 17th-century high-tenement Gladstone's Land House (650 metres from Old Waverley Hotel) as well as Grassmarket, located 13 minutes' walk away.
What interesting sites can I visit not far from Old Waverley Hotel hotel?
Guests of Old Waverley Hotel hotel can visit Edinburgh Old Town (next to the accommodation), or Scottish National Gallery placed 6 minutes' walk away.
Is there a parking at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can take advantage of a car park.
What are our dining options during the stay at this elegant hotel?
This elegant hotel does not have on-site dining options, but there is a variety of restaurants just outside the property - visit bar The Albanach for the taste of British cuisine (150 m from the property) or Viva Mexico, popular for its Latin American dishes (150 metres away).
Can I have breakfast at the elegant Old Waverley Hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the lobby of the elegant Old Waverley Hotel.
What time is check-in and check-out at Old Waverley Hotel?
Guests of Old Waverley Hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.
How much does it cost to stay at the elegant Old Waverley Hotel hotel?
The price for a room in the elegant Old Waverley Hotel hotel starts at $166.
What payment methods are available in the hotel?
At the hotel, you can pay using Visa, American Express, and Mastercard.
What room types are available at the elegant Old Waverley Hotel?
Standard Twin Room, Triple Room, and Queen Room are among the room types available at the elegant Old Waverley Hotel.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at the elegant Old Waverley Hotel hotel?
Each room at the elegant Old Waverley Hotel hotel offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, some units feature private bathrooms along with a hair dryer and guest toiletries.
Which facilities are available in the elegant Old Waverley Hotel hotel?
Top locations of the elegant Old Waverley Hotel hotel include a restaurant and a storage for belongings, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security service.
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