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Old Waverley

locationEdinburgh, Edinburgh

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About Old WaverleyAbout Old Waverley

Location

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.

Facility

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. English-speaking staff at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. 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 a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. Additional facilities include a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park (for a fee). Other services include a 24-hour security service, room service and a laundry service. A business centre with fax machine and projector is available.

Rooms

Rooms feature a kitchen and a bathroom. Individually adjustable heating ensures comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe and a desk are also available. 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. A hairdryer and a telephone are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked. The hotel has 85 non-smoking rooms.

Sport

After an eventful day, guests can work out and recharge in the gym.

Meals

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.

Payment

The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.

Amenities at Old Waverley Amenities at Old Waverley

  • Facilities

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      24-hour reception

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      Bar(s)

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      Café

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      Car Park

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      Cloakroom

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      Conference Room

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      Hotel Safe

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      Laundry Service

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      Lifts

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      Restaurant(s)

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      Restaurant(s) with high-chairs

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      Restaurant(s) with non-smoking area

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      Room Service

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      TV Room

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      Wifi

  • Hygiene

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      Contactless check-in/-out

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      Contactless payment

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      Contactless room service

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      Enhanced cleaning programme

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      Hand sanitiser

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      No high-touch furnishings

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      No high-touch furnishings in public areas

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      Protective hygiene screens

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      Social distancing regulations

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      Use of commercially available disinfectants

  • Meals

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      à la carte Dinner

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      Breakfast Buffet

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      Full Board

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      Half Board

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      Set menu lunch

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      Special Diet

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      Special Offers

  • Sport/Entertainment

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      Gym

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User Rating & ReviewsUser Rating & Reviews

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Excellent

763

Very Good

1138

Average

582

Poor

219

Terrible

188

Recent Reviews: 2890

  • User:europtraveller

    Trip type:

    Great location, poor rooms

    rating07 Sept 2025

    Centrally located just a few minutes from Waverley station and across the road from the Scott monument, this is an ideal base for central Edinburgh. But you pay for location more than quality. This...

  • User:Daphne Dyer W

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    Best spot in Edinburgh!

    rating30 Aug 2025

    We stayed for three nights in a twin room with a spectacular view of the Scott monument and Princes' Street gardens -- right in the middle of the August festivals. Beds were very comfortable, and...

  • User:MarkinGuernsey

    Trip type:

    Unfortunately - a mistake

    rating29 Aug 2025

    We had booked the most basic of rooms (Junior Double Room (Internal Rooms)) and paid £1139.55 for three nights so £379.55 per night. To put this in context we had booked the room a year in advance as...

  • User:Maria B

    Trip type:

    Disappointing stay in what used to be a lovely hotel. Time it was upgraded.

    rating28 Aug 2025

    We have stayed at the Old Waverley several times over the last few years, but this time is sadly our last. It definitely has the air of a hotel that is living off its past glory. The room was clean...

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