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About Old Waverley
The hotel is situated on Edinburgh's famous Princes Street with its shopping venues, restaurants, bars, pubs, clubs and links to the public transport network. The hotel is also opposite the Princes Street exit of Waverley station, and offers impressive views over Princes Street Gardens and Edinburgh castle.
The hotel was built in 1848. 10 junior suites, 3 single rooms and 72 double rooms are located on 8 storeys and can be reached by lift. The reception desk in the lobby is staffed round the clock. A cloakroom, a baggage storage service and a safe are available. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. Additional facilities include a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Other services include a 24-hour security service, room service and a laundry service. A fax machine is available for guests' business needs.
Individually adjustable heating ensures that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed. Extra beds can be requested. A desk is provided. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked. The hotel has 85 non-smoking rooms.
After an eventful day, guests can work out and recharge in the gym.
Various dining options are available, including a breakfast room, a café and a bar. The non-smoking restaurant provides high chairs for children. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. A delicious and varied buffet awaits guests at breakfast. For dinner, guests can order à la carte. A set menu can be ordered at lunch. Diet meals and vegetarian dishes can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options. The hotel offers a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.
Amenities at Old Waverley
Facilities
24-hour reception
Bar(s)
Café
Car Park
Cloakroom
Conference Room
Hotel Safe
Laundry Service
Lifts
Restaurant(s)
Restaurant(s) with high-chairs
Restaurant(s) with non-smoking area
Room Service
TV Room
Wifi
Hygiene
Contactless check-in/-out
Contactless payment
Contactless room service
Enhanced cleaning programme
Hand sanitiser
No high-touch furnishings
No high-touch furnishings in public areas
Protective hygiene screens
Social distancing regulations
Use of commercially available disinfectants
Meals
à la carte Dinner
Breakfast Buffet
Full Board
Half Board
Set menu lunch
Special Diet
Special Offers
Sport/Entertainment
Gym
Location
Around this property:
Nightclub
300 m
Golf Course
6 km
User Rating & Reviews
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Recent Reviews: 2890
User:europtraveller
Trip type:
Great location, poor rooms
07 Sept 2025
User:Daphne Dyer W
Trip type:
Best spot in Edinburgh!
30 Aug 2025
User:MarkinGuernsey
Trip type:
Unfortunately - a mistake
29 Aug 2025
User:Maria B
Trip type:
Disappointing stay in what used to be a lovely hotel. Time it was upgraded.
28 Aug 2025