The Old Waverley HotelvsThe Rutland Hotel
Both The Old Waverley Hotel and The Rutland Hotel are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Rutland Hotel is the choice of most writers compared to The Old Waverley Hotel. The Rutland Hotel comes in at 82 with positive reviews from 6 publications including The Telegraph, Concierge and Michelin Guide.
The Old Waverley Hotel
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
Oyster
Mid-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 Telegraph
7.0
"This is an honest, sonsie-faced hotel in a premier location." Full review
The Rutland Hotel
1 - 3 Rutland Street, Edinburgh EH1 2AE, Scotland
From $113/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Boutique hotel with commanding position at top of Princes Street."
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Ask for a room with a castle view.
Concierge
"The property was updated in 2008, which added glamour to the 12 individually decorated guest rooms with extravagant colors and baroque design."
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Party people can choose between the ground-floor cocktail bar or a booth in the One Below lounge club in the basement.
Time Out
"The Rutland offers lavish decor and a modish experience that may once have seemed too ostentatious... but now feels quite at home." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The hotel is quiet (it has heavy soundproofing), stylish, and in a convenient location for visiting the city." Full review
Fodor's
"Nominated for several style awards, the design is chic without being intimidating." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"It’s perfect for couples looking for a stylish, relaxing break but not too edgy for comfort." Full review
Independent
"The joy is in the details at this centrally located mash-up of the baroque and the modern"