Old Waverley Hotel (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is Old Waverley Hotel?
What makes it 65% Kids-Friendly: Children are accepted and stay free in existing beds; cot for under-2s available. Elevators ease stroller use and Royal Mile museums are a short walk, but no extra beds or play facilities on-site.
Good match for:
- Art and History Buffs: Less than 10 minutes’ walk to Scott Monument and National Museum of Scotland for immersive history and art.
- Whisky Enthusiasts: Enjoy Scotch in the on-site bar then walk 480m (6 min walk) to the Scotch Whisky Experience for a tasting tour.
Things to keep in mind:
- Wellness Retreat Seekers: No spa, pool, or fitness centre on-site; consider a dedicated wellness hotel for full amenities.
What is so special about Old Waverley Hotel for with kids?
- Central location steps from Princes Street, Royal Mile and Waverley Station.
- Free Wi-Fi, luggage storage and 24-hour front desk support solo travel.
- On-site restaurant and bar with city and castle views.
- Walking distance to major landmarks like Scott Monument and Edinburgh Castle.
- Room service and dry cleaning available for added convenience.
Transport & Nearby Access
Edinburgh Waverley Station: 370m (5 min walk)
Catch trains across Scotland and northeast England.
Kids-Friendly Activities around Old Waverley Hotel
Scott Monument: 100m (2 min walk)
19th-century Gothic tower with panoramic city views.
Tip: Buy tickets in advance to avoid queues at the viewpoint.
Royal Mile: 440m (6 min walk)
Historic cobbled street linking Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace.
Tip: Join a free walking tour to hear stories of the Old Town.
Edinburgh Castle: 630m (8 min walk)
Iconic fortress housing the Crown Jewels and National War Museum.
Tip: Arrive at opening time for smaller crowds and best photo light.
Kids-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Old Waverley Hotel:
Free Wi-Fi:
Complimentary in all public areas.
Luggage storage:
Store your bags at the 24-hour front desk at no charge.
24-hour front desk:
Request tours, taxis, and local recommendations anytime.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Cranstons Restaurant:
A la carte menu in a classic dining room with city and castle views; charges apply.
Room service:
Order snacks and hot meals to your room during limited hours.
Dry cleaning:
Professional laundry and pressing services available for a fee.
Accessibility at Old Waverley Hotel:
Please contact the hotel directly for details on public area accessibility.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Use the Concierge: Ask the 24-hour front desk to book whisky-tasting tours and ghost walks at no extra fee.
- Early Museum Visits: Visit the National Museum of Scotland in the morning for quieter galleries and interactive exhibits.
- Bar Breaks: Relax with cocktails or afternoon tea in the hotel bar between tours.
Reviews of Old Waverley Hotel
Troy Sommerville
Really hard to explain this one. Breakfast- why such late times? When a lot of tours start at 7am, it would be nice to have a bite before you leave. As for the food itself, left in what looks like the old icecream containers, mostly cold also and the scrambled eggs were absolutely disgusting. Room - Quite nice and exceptionally clean. The bed itself was tiny and very uncomfortable. Also don’t unde...
s p
My sister and I spent 4 days at this hotel to take in xmas. The location is brilliant so central. Our room was lovely we overlooked the market and also view of the castle. The staff were so friendly and helpful and we found the breakfast and evening meals excellent big portions too. We had room service a couple of times and this was good too. We loved the hotel and will definitely return we had ...
Livet Malm
The positive things are the comfy beds, the room services, the helpful staff and the location of the hotel. It’s in the heart of the city, monuments, old city, shops, museums.. all are at a walking distance, which makes it an ideal stay for tourists. Especially the non smoking tourists. If you are one of those that wants to go out and have a cigarette for a couple of minutes at peace, well good lu...
Sarah Carter-Shaw
Lovely stay, excellent staff nothing was too much trouble. Room was lush not noisy as others had stated, bed was a delight. We had corner room so view was amazing, the only little moan I have is the bathroom was freezing. I understand it’s an old listed building but insulation on bathroom windows so needed. Breakfast was lovely, buffet hot or cold. I brought my daughter in law and she’s a vegetari...
Tiffani Maxson
We had a great stay at the Old Waverly Hotel. First off, the beds were actually very comfortable (which I have found to be rare in Europe) and we were plenty warm. The rooms are so charming and had spectacular views of both the Castle and the Scott's memorial. Its centrally located and you can easily get to everywhere in a short walk. Service was great and the breakfast was delicious each morning...
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Address: 43 Princes St., Edinburgh EH2 2BY, UK
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How to get to Old Waverley Hotel:
Arrive by train at Edinburgh Waverley Station, then walk 370m (5 min walk) east to the hotel. From Edinburgh Airport, take a taxi (approx 30 min).
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