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About the Hotel

43 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH2BY
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Steps from the Old Town
Very good
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Being located right in the centre of Edinburgh, merely a 9-minute walk from the Calton Hill, the 3-star Old Waverley Hotel Edinburgh offers a shared lounge and various recreational opportunities. Featuring 86 rooms with views of the city, this elegant hotel is 3.1 km from Arthur's Seat.

Location

The historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" is a short way from the hotel, while the Royal Mile is 14 minutes' walk away. Scattered among an entertainment venue, golf courses, and restaurants, the Waverley Edinburgh lies just 450 metres from the art museum "Scottish National Gallery".

This accommodation is within 5 minutes' walk of North St David Street bus stop and just steps from Edinburgh Waverley train station in Edinburgh. The smoke-free hotel is 100 km from Dundee airport.

Rooms

The rooms at the historic property include an iron with ironing board. Some of them comprise a dining area and a kitchenette, furnished with a sofa bed. They feature bathrooms with an additional toilet and a shower as well as hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. In addition, many of the rooms feature a view of Edinburgh Castle.

Eat & Drink

There is also a cocktail bar with spectacular castle views. The bar area includes a lounge. The Albanach is adjacent to Old Waverley Hotel, 150 metres away.

Leisure & Business

The presence of a golf playground ensures guests an active stay at this Edinburgh hotel.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the Scottish National Gallery for stunning art collections.
  • Try haggis, neeps, and tatties at Makars Gourmet Mash Bar.
  • Catch a sunset view from Calton Hill for breathtaking cityscapes.
  • Explore the hidden treasures at the Real Mary King's Close tour.
  • Stroll through the vibrant Stockbridge Market on Sundays.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Double Room Princes Street View
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Twin Room Princes Street View
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Standard Twin Room
2 persons
155 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Standard Double Room
2 persons
155 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

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

Dining

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

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

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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Location

43 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH2BY
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43 Princes Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH2BY
Nearby
Gallery
Scottish National Gallery
1500 ft
High Street 2 Warriston's Close
The Real Mary King's Close
1600 ft
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
1900 ft
Monument
Scott Monument
400 ft
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
1400 ft
53 Princes Street
Princes Street
1300 ft
2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)
Brass Rubbing Centre
1800 ft
Gallery
City Art Centre
1400 ft
Church
Mercat Cross
1800 ft
Restaurants
Costa Coffee
400 ft
Unit P1/P2 Princes Mall
Marks and Spencer Cafe
700 ft
54 Princes Street
Gaucho
600 ft
4A St. Andrew Square
Chopstix
500 ft
Princes St Edinburgh Princes Mall
Little Maestro
600 ft
Flat 3 140 Princes Street Waverley Mall
McDonald's
700 ft
3 Waverley Bridge
Snax Cafe
900 ft
West Register St
The Pasty Shop
800 ft
Waverley Station
Getting around
City Centre
Edinburgh6 min  ·  1700 ft
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI)22 min  ·  8.8 mi
Dundee Airport (DND)146 min  ·  60.2 mi
Train
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station5 min  ·  1400 ft
Bus
Bus stop4 min  ·  1000 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP15 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2012
Number of floors:
8
Number of rooms:
86
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