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The Old Waverley Hotel vs a&o Edinburgh City
Both hotels are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Old Waverley Hotel ranks slightly better than Safestay Edinburgh. The Old Waverley Hotel scores 79 with recommendations from 4 sources like Time Out, Oyster and The Telegraph.
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."
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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."
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Time Out
"Princes Street address is the big selling point."
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The Telegraph
7.0
"This is an honest, sonsie-faced hotel in a premier location."
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a&o Edinburgh City
Rough Guide
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
Oyster
Lonely Planet
50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh EH1 1NE , Scotland
From $13 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Breakfast buffet
Rough Guide
"A five-star hostel just off the Royal Mile, with 622 beds in twin rooms or dorms. Women-only rooms are available."
Afar Magazine
"Hostels - the word alone is strong enough to awaken the worst feelings in the world."
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The Telegraph
8.0
"A good example of a competitive new style of hostel accommodation: less relentlessly wholesome than a traditional rambler’s rest but not a party-animal pit."
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Oyster
Budget
"Part hostel, part residence hall, the budget Safestay Edinburgh is a young, casual property with a party atmosphere."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A big (620 beds), bright, modern hostel that feels more like a hotel... A huge bar and a central location just off the Royal Mile make this a favourite place to stay for the young, party-mad crowd."
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