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The Old Waverley Hotel

3.0 of 5
43 Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BY, Scotland (New Town)
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Gorey, Ireland
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 15, 2013 NEW

The hotel was lovely, rooms were small but suited us as we were out all the time. Staff were friendly and very helpful. Breakfast was lovely good selection. Afternoon tea was really nice and good value. Location excellent, walking distance to everything. I would definitely stay at this hotel again.

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17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 14, 2013 NEW

I booked the hotel because of its excellent location and in that aspect I am not dissapointed. The hotel is close to the train station and the airport bus stop, rigth in the heart of things. It has serious mobility issues as you have one floor of stairs up to the reception area, and although there is a lift from... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 9, 2013

Excellent assistance from George and colleagues especially,regarding evening entertainment in Edinburgh. Room very adequate in all aspects except perhaps a little overwarm without enough ventilation. The hotel is in a prime location for central Edinburgh. A very comfortable stay in an otherwise unpretentious hotel and as you pass through the door to go on your way you are aware of... More

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EdinburghCollection, General Manager at The Old Waverley Hotel, responded to this review
June 14, 2013

A positively charming review and I was thrilled to read about the "feelgood factor" experienced when leaving the hotel - many thanks for sharing this with the wider travelling community. Also, thank you for the kind words about George,an Old Waverley stalwart, I will make sure to share them with him Leon Kiteley General Manager. More

Norwich, United Kingdom
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26 reviews 26 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 6, 2013

I booked a few weeks in advance for a business tri to Edinburgh. Location could not be faulted - close to the railway station, on Princess street etc. However, if you're paying £120 per night you should expect a very high standard of accomodation. There are a number of issus with the frabric of the hotel (broken tile in bathroom,... More

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EdinburghCollection, General Manager at The Old Waverley Hotel, responded to this review
June 14, 2013

Thanks to this reviewer for their feedback but I was sorry to read that the experience as a whole was not overtly positive. I will address the issues of the sausages used with Chef immediately and we do have an ongoing maintenance programme to tackle any issues such as broken tiles etc. Please note that nearly half our bedrooms do... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 5, 2013

This hotel is is in an excellent location and is very clean. I shared a twin room which was clean and comfortable with a very clean bathroom with a shower in the bath that had wonderful water pressure at a constant temperature...lol...I'm very fussy about that!! Staff were courteous but hotel lacked any personal touch...it was polite and servce for... More

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EdinburghCollection, General Manager at The Old Waverley Hotel, responded to this review
June 7, 2013

My thanks to this reviewer for an honest and mainly complimentary write-up and I am sorry to hear that they felt we lacked a more "personal" touch. However, I was delighted to read how clean the hotel was, and yes, we are proud of our tremendous water pressure! Leon Kiteley General Manager More

Munich
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 4, 2013

First, this hotel is in a great location. It is right by the Waverly station and convienent to the airport bus. But other than that, nothing special about this hotel. Its pretty old, but clean. Great views, but every morning I was awoken by a bagpiper. Now bagpipers are cool, but not when I'm trying to sleep. Also, no free... More

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Ashby de la Zouch, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 31, 2013

We stopped in this excellent Hotel for a 4 day short break. It was clean and very comfortable. We had a twin room on the top floor. The staff were very friendly and helpful especially Laclan and Zoltan. It is so convenient to the castle and Royal Mile. All the tour buses go from the road opposite the Hotel. The... More

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Horsham, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 30, 2013

I stayed one night at this hotel in April 2013, meeting up with 3 old college friends from the 70's for a reunion, one had flown in from the US en route to visiting family. It is in an excellent position for sightseeing and the Station etc. You can walk from Waverley station to the hotel and airport buses stop... More

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Williamsburg, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2013

We stayed at the Waverly on our first and last nights of an 11-day trip to Scotland and were very pleased with the rooms, the staff, and the breakfast. The bar just off the lobby was a welcome respite after a day of walking around Edinburgh. This hotel is convenient to Princess Street and the Royal Mile, as well as... More

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38 hotel reviews
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52 helpful votes 52 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013

We spent one night at this hotel, which we chose for its prime location on Princes Street and not excessively high price. We arrived by train and the hotel is conveniently located a short walk away opposite the Scott Monument. Reception is reached by a flight of stairs from the entrance on Princes Street. We arrived mid-morning and our luggage... More

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EdinburghCollection, General Manager at The Old Waverley Hotel, responded to this review
May 24, 2013

A very nice review of the Old Waverley and perfectly describes an average customer experience - many thanks! I would re-iterate what this guest points out that we have variety of rooms available and they are all priced according to their various features - just call the hotel prior to booking for any clarification required. Leon Kiteley General Manager More

 
 
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What travelers say

  • Princes street(78)
  • Train station(32)
  • Great location(30)
  • Very clean(28)
  • Scott monument(24)
  • Reception staff(10)
  • Royal mile(10)
  • First floor(9)
  • Dining room(9)
  • Flat screen TV(7)

Additional Information about The Old Waverley Hotel

Address: 43 Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BY, Scotland
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Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > Edinburgh > New Town , Stockbridge
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Restaurant Room Service Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #92 of 144 hotels in Edinburgh
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Modernized hotel in building dating from 1848; overlooking Princes Gardens and the Scott Monument; with views of Edinburgh Castle. ... more   less 
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