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Reviews of Old Waverley Hotel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

43 Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2BY, United Kingdom

#108 of 167 hotels in Edinburgh

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 4989 hotel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.4

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    7.6

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    7.8

  • Free WiFi

    7.1

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  • Reviewed: April 24, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The plug ins in my room were not convenient for my CPAP equipment or charging my cell phone to be near my bed. I didn't know the reception was up a flight of stairs which meant I had to carry luggage after a long train journey up a flight to check in. I was VERY grateful for the elevator to the room floor.

    I liked that it wasn't too hard to access from the Waverly train station The breakfast was amazing and kept me full till mid afternoon.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 24, 2024

    9.0
    Quaint hotel in the heart of the city , Pleasant stay with a nice breakfast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Furniture a little tired. A room safe would of been appreciated. TV very small. The hotel is being renovated.

    Hotei is close to the station, castle and restaurants. Nice big room, comfy bed, quiet at night. Good breakfast, best porridge! Would stay again.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 24, 2024

    9.0
    Great value for money in an excellent location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Double Room (Internal Rooms)
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Unfortunately our room didn't have a window at the street, so we only had a sealed window looking at the vaccant lot. But we didn't stay at the room for many hours so it was ok

    Breakfast was just fine, with quite a few things at the buffet. Staff was always available and the choices for Scottish breakfast were delicious.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 23, 2024

    7.0
    If you are on a budget you won't do better
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Junior Double Room (Internal Rooms)
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Room was small

    Location is amazing

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2024

    9.0
    Great hotel in the heart of Edinburgh
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The street in front of the hotel is quite busy even late at night, which can be heard from the rooms.

    Very well located hotel in the New City, 3 minutes walking distance from the train station. We had a wonderful view from our room. The breakfast buffet offers typical Scottish food (haggis, sausages, black pudding) as well as the usual continental jam/butter/toast etc.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2024

    7.0
    Great location friendly staff would ideal for a short break, would stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Limited menu but the food was of a high standard.

    Location was excellent, and staff very friendly and polite, front desk open 24hrs. Bus stop right beside the hotel runs 24hrs.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 18, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    At breakfast as it was Scotland would have expected a porridge option.

    Location was ideal

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 18, 2024

    8.0
    Enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing, all was OK.

    Hotel location was good, rooms good, breakfast good .

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    8.0
    Solid choice with amazing view of Edinburgh!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    - a bit expensive overall - breakfast only has a few vegetarian options

    - Amazing Location within Edinburgh -> from the window I had a direct view of the Scott Monument - the Airport Bus is just around the corner - comfortable Room & Bed - 24h check in - clean but a little bit of an oldfashioned building/style

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    8.0
    The location is perfect, definitely a hotel worth staying in!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Junior Double Room (Internal Rooms)
    • Stayed 6 nights

    When we booked the accommodation, the description said our room was with a "no view, frosted glass window" room. The truth was that the window could not be opened, was dark even during the day and I suspect it was a fake window. That meant we were fully depending on the air conditioning and what was the weather outside like we found out only in the breakfast room or upon leaving the hotel. This was the only downside - the price for the room was very reasonable, but to me it felt like living in a cellar. Also the water flow in the toillette was very weak and in some situations we had to flush several times to achieve the desired outcome ;-)

    The location is absolutely perfect, within the walking distance to all important places. This allowed us to take even unplanned evening strolls to the Royal Mile or to Calton Hill. The scottish breakfast was nice, but on the continental offer you did not have a very wide choice. Nevertheless, we were very happy with the scottish offer and enjoyed it every morning. The porridge was not my favorite, but haggies is amazing. The staff was very friendly. We were accommodated in a spacious room - bigger than expected - with a huge bed, which we really enjoyed. The room was clean, the bathroom big.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2024

    7.0
    very enjoyable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Evening meal ,disappointing bedroom stairs didn't have a handrail Third bed had no headboard & pillows kept falling off No Sky Tv

    location,excellent breakfast, excellent staff, excellent manner,helpful & friendly

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2024

    8.0
    Overall OK, no major complaint. Will come back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Air con in triple room, too much noise for little result One key per room of three

    Location Common Lounge with super view Next to airport bus

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2024

    7.0
    Great location & decent property
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

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    - Location is amazing and you pay for it I would say, but if it's a short visit and you don't want to waste time with transportation, I would recommend this place. Staff is really nice as well.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Healthy breakfast options were a bit limited but it's good that they offer to poach eggs for you upon request. A very minor point. Otherwise a great hotel stay

    Very clean room, comfortable bed and good powerful hot shower. Best thing is the location being so close to the station and easy to walk to attractions.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2024

    8.0
    Location close to public transit and walking distance to many attractions.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Had to bring luggage up several flights of stairs. Rooms could use refurbishment,

    Location and large bed.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 13, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location is perfect for exploring the city

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 12, 2024

    8.0
    Great location to be based in central Edinburgh
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Junior Double Room (Internal Rooms)
    • Stayed 1 night

    Some of the furnishings were dated. Lighting felt dim, could be worked on especially as the room had limited natural light from the window.

    Stayed for one night to attend a gig. Location within 100m from Waverley station was very convenient. Room booked was upgraded on arrival which was a nice surprise to get a bit more space. Reception team were friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: April 9, 2024

    7.0
    Excellent location, and staff very friendly and very clean
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room we stayed was lovely, fire escape blocked up , so if fire would have being difficult to get out , otherwise love the room .

    Staff very friendly , food excellent

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 8, 2024

    8.0
    Very good value for the money in a great location with an attentive staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Wifi in my room was bordering on useless, not sure about elsewhere as it worked fine in the bar area

    Great location, very helpful staff, nice bar area, rooms cleaned in very timely manner

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 5, 2024

    8.0
    Very enjoyable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Possibly a room with a view.

    Location was excellent for what we required.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 5, 2024

    9.0
    Im Dutch we say fantastisch.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It is just that they took 30 something euro in case you did something in the room and they tell you that you will get it back in case everything is fine. I find it very weird. Coz I paid around more than 150€ per night and in case I ruined anything in the room I will not reject to pay 30 euro to fix it. Other than that every thing was just perfect.

    The staff were super friendly and helpful. The location is amazing. I can assure that you can walk to all the touristic place (from 5 to 25 minutes). However, if walking is not your thing you can easily take the tram, bus or even train (1 min walk from the hotel). Breakfast is good too. Simple English breakfast. Honestly I really enjoyed my stay and I will definitely come back to Scotland and to the same hotel.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 4, 2024

    8.0
    Simple, central, good value
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Junior Double Room (Internal Rooms)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Dated decor, room had no natural light (but we were forewarned so made that choice of economy over view). I found the bed very soft and didn't sleep well during my stay (but my husband liked the bed so, again, that's a preference rather than a problem)

    Friendly, central location but quiet/relaxing, clean and sizeable room, fabulous shower, delicious breakfast, good value for money.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2024

    7.0
    Great location for a short stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room service phone was broken Not really the hotels fault but there was someone trying to sing /do screamo metal music badly very tone deaf out on the street going hours into the evening so I had to turn my tv up to drown him out . (Props to him for trying but it was like karaoke)

    Great location

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2024

    7.0
    Ok
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room with Princes Street View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Noisy trams .No double glazing.

    Location . Breakfast

    Stayed in March 2024

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