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Edinburgh Holyrood HotelvsThe Old Waverley Hotel
Both hotels are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Macdonald Holyrood Hotel ranks slightly higher than The Old Waverley Hotel. Macdonald Holyrood Hotel comes in at 83 with praise from 6 publications including Jetsetter, Oyster and Frommer's.
Edinburgh Holyrood Hotel
Frommer's
Star Service
Oyster
Time Out
The Telegraph
Jetsetter
Fodor's
81 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh EH8 8AU, Scotland
From $173/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Frommer's "The Club Floor is geared toward luxury-minded guests: It has a dedicated elevator, butler service, lounge, and library, along with a champagne and canapé reception every night." Full review
Star Service "This modern, yet unpretentious hotel is similar in quality to the Carlton and bears an equally precious downtown locale although without the views of the castle-facing rooms in the Apex International." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The Macdonald Holyrood Hotel is a 156-room upscale property just steps from Holyrood Park and a mile from Edinburgh Castle." Full review
Time Out "the Macdonald has always had a business feel. ... It's the exclusive Club Floor, with its upgraded rooms and views of Holyrood Park, that's the stand-out feature." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"With comfortable rooms (consider upgrading) and a spa, swimming pool and gym it’s definitely worth considering, especially for families or as part of a special deal." Full review
Jetsetter "Stylish stay in Edinburgh's quiet Old Town, with an award-winning restaurant and close proximity to the Royal Mile." Full review
Fodor's "Situated in Edinburgh's beautiful old town, this absolutely lovely hotel is just a few minutes walk away from the Scottish Parliament building and from the famous Royal Mile." Full review
The Old Waverley Hotel Frommer's Oyster Time Out The Telegraph
43 Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BY, Scotland
From $44/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "Guest rooms are well maintained and comfortable, but you're mainly paying for a location in the heart of the action." Full review
OysterMid-Range
"The mid-range Old Waverley Hotel is superbly located on Edinburgh’s most famous shopping street, convenient for both business travelers and tourists." Full review
Time Out "Princes Street address is the big selling point." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"This is an honest, sonsie-faced hotel in a premier location." Full review
