• Swimming Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safety deposit box
  • Luggage storage

Just around the corner from Calton Hill, the 4-star Apex Waterloo Place hotel epitomises luxury living in the heart of Edinburgh. With a stylish spa, swimming pool, restaurant, sumptuous rooms, and elegant suites, all with free WiFi, an Apex adventure awaits. Find yourself relaxing in your room a bed, flat screen TV and spacious en suite with a bath, walk-in shower, and Antipodes organic toiletries to help you stay green whilst you stay clean. The mini fridge and air conditioning will keep things fresh and some rooms have a Nespresso Coffee machine so you can make yourself at home. Cots and highchairs are available on request. Book in for a relaxing spa treatment and unwind in the fitness and wellness facilities including a swimming pool with poolside seating, sauna, and steam room. If you’d rather sweat it out another way, head to the fitness suite – great for working up an appetite… Serving traditional Scottish cuisine, take delight in every bite at the award-winning Elliot’s restaurant. With elegant Georgian features and a grand fireplace, the bright bar offers a range of fine wines and quality spirits. Situated in Edinburgh’s Old Town, just off Princes Street, the hotel is 550 yards from the historical Royal Mile. Plus, it’s just a 5minute walk to Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station and 15 minutes on foot from Edinburgh Castle.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Apex Hotels
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Edinburgh, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.6

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
2 single beds
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Sustainability certification

This property has one or more third-party sustainability certifications.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
8.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jackie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good Location. Beautiful Hotel & Room (Superior Twin). Loved all the extra special little extras in room. Lovely staff. Very quiet in rear room of hotel. Beautiful comfortable spacious room. Fabulous Bathroom. Bed & Pillows very comfortable....
  • Anne
    Australia Australia
    Location is very good, close to Waverley Edinburgh train station. We did expect that a car space was included, but have had that issue before. Assume that if the hotel is in the city, car parks need to be confirmed whether included. Alice was the...
  • Carole
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was brilliant. Staff very friendly and helpful. Room was very comfortable

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Elliot's
    • Cuisine
      European

Facilities of Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs £20 per day.
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Business centre
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Wake-up service
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Lift
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    • Wake up service/Alarm clock
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by elevator
    Indoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • Heated pool
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Wellness
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Fitness
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Steam room
    • Spa facilities
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Apex Waterloo Place Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:30

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    Until 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card JCB Diners Club American Express Cash Apex Waterloo Place Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are offered a discount at the Q Park Multi storey car park on Greenside Row if they book online in advance.

    If you have made a non-refundable booking, Apex will send a secure link via email and SMS, if a valid mobile number has been provided. Please complete the pre-payment using this secure link. This link is only valid for 24 hours, if payment is not received within this time, your reservation will be cancelled.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Apex Waterloo Place Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

    • Guests staying at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Apex Waterloo Place Hotel is 800 yards from the centre of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Apex Waterloo Place Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Spa and wellness centre
      • Fitness centre
      • Sauna
      • Massage
      • Spa facilities
      • Fitness/spa locker rooms
      • Fitness
      • Swimming Pool
      • Spa lounge/relaxation area
      • Steam room
      • Spa/wellness packages

    • Check-in at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel is from 14:30, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Apex Waterloo Place Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • Elliot's

    • Room options at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel include:

      • Double
      • Twin
      • Suite
      • Family