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Old Waverley Hotel

43 Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2, UK - Scotland

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Opposite the Scott Monument and overlooking Princes Street Gardens, the Old Waverley Hotel isn't very old by Edinburgh standards -- it dates to 1848. The refurbished guest rooms are well maintained and comfortable; ... more on Frommers

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3.0

(22 reviews)

100% of guests recommend this place.

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Situated in a landmark building that is a classic example of Victorian elegance. more on VirtualTourist

Certainly meant that we didn't have to worry about lunch, after such a filling meal. more on VirtualTourist

After that, even if the restaurant was already closed, they managed to serve us dinner at our room and a very nice piece of gateau with icecream... more on VirtualTourist

The beds were comfortable, but we did find that the room was (surprising for Scotland) a little too warm at night, and we couldn't figure out how to turn it down. more on VirtualTourist

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3.0

(10 reviews)

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Had a room on the 6th floor with round "port hole" type windows right in front of the Scott Monument. Could also see the castle. Room was clean and quite adequate but could use a little updating. The ... more on TripAdvisor

A 2 night stay for a special birthday treat. The room was spotless and had everything we needed except the pillows were not good. Beautiful soft furnishings, nice bathroom only 2 towels though.Lovely ... more on TripAdvisor

We stayed for 3 nights in early September, 2011. The hotel was very nice, clean and the beds were comfortable, the food very good and the staff were extremely helpful. Our room was on the fourth floor ... more on TripAdvisor

We had a 2 night stay prior to a longer holiday and, to be honest, had doubts about our visit after reading some of the "negative" comments. After communicating with the hotels management and receivin ... more on TripAdvisor

This is a lovely hotel. Staff is very friendly and helpful. The trip up to the lobby is a short flight. The room was very spacious, with plenty of floor space to lay our our suitcases and still have p ... more on TripAdvisor

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4.5

(12 reviews)

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Situated in a landmark building that is a classic example of Victorian elegance. On the "high" side of Princes Street with views of Castle and Town, the address is among the best without the high prices. Rooms are cozy and quite comfortable. ... more on VirtualTourist

Ok,,, where shall I begin, the old waverley hotel in princess street was for me a very poor example of how hotels should be,, firstly,, after calling the hotel en route to edinburgh to check availability,, and an early check in time,, ... more on VirtualTourist

It was my great aunt in Tobermory who suggested The Old Waverly to my friend and I, and while a little more than we had planned to pay, we figured the location paid for itself, and in savings due to the fact that we didn't have to ... more on VirtualTourist