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Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with spa, near Royal Mile

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Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments
Bar (on property)
Master Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Located near Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Apex Waterloo Place Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with dry cleaning services, a bar, and PURE Spa. Unwind in the steam room or indoor pool with sun loungers. With free WiFi and helpful staff available at all times.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • 24-hour room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
$256 nightly
The total price is $307
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total includes taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Relaxation sanctuary
Hotel features a full-service spa with massages and body treatments. Fitness room, sauna, and steam room enhance the wellness experience.
Dining options galore
This hotel offers a restaurant and bar with full breakfast available. Diners can choose from vegan and vegetarian options for a satisfying culinary experience.
Cloud-like comfort
Drift into blissful sleep on pillowtop mattresses with premium bedding. Blackout drapes ensure deep slumber. 24-hour room service awaits.

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Family Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

City Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

City Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(114 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Duplex Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Duplex Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Master Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Master Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for City Twin Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

City Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3BG

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Royal Mile - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 37 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 4 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 5 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 27 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 9 min walk
  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 20 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Zara - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pho - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys St. James Quarter - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Salerno Pizza - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

When you stay at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Princes Street and Royal Mile. You can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy, and Liberté Brasserie serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features of this eco-certified hotel include an indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a fitness center. Fellow travelers like the central location for the sightseeing and because it's only a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 6 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 9 minutes.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 184 rooms
    • Arranged over 8 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests traveling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Offsite parking nearby (GBP 27 per day; discounts available)
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1819
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LED TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Spa

Pure Spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Liberté Brasserie - This brasserie serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
1819 - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 19.50 to 19.50 for adults, and GBP 0 to 19.50 for children

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 27 per day (984 ft away; open 24 hours)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Apex Waterloo Place Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Apex Waterloo Place Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel?

No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel and nearby?

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel has a spa and an indoor pool, as well as a steam room.

Are there restaurants at or near Apex Waterloo Place Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Liberté Brasserie.

What's the area around Apex Waterloo Place Hotel like?

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel is in Old Town Edinburgh, a short 6-minute walk from St Andrew Square Tram Stop and 7 minutes' walk from Royal Mile. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

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Apex Waterloo Place Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently praised for being excellent, with many reviewers highlighting the variety, quality, and freshness of the options. (90 reviews)
  • The pool was a lovely and relaxing facility, often described as warm and great to use. (39 reviews)
  • The spa facilities were perfect, with a lovely pool, warm sauna, and steam room, providing a great place to unwind. (38 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great service, breakfast and location
Nirav, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We love this hotel for everything it offers! Lovely decor, great atmosphere, friendly staff, comfortable rooms and beds, nice restaurant, perfect location
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room and overall service
Kevin, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, great bar and loved the rubber duck ;-)
Louise, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, nice rooms, friendly staff and great breakfast.
Raymond, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice location. Clean room.
Li, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, amazing staff.

All the receptionists are very nice and helpful. Location is amazing, very close to Carlton Hill. They let me borrow an umbrella. Apex never disappoints.
Maria, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location

Good location - nice bar and good amenities. We didn’t use them but we looked at the pool and gym - both were great. Nice Bar and excellent breakfast. Kind of pricey for breakfast but worth it if you like to start the day with a meal.
Karen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay. Everything toptop & they even upgraded us
Gerry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel with great location.
ERNESTO, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel close to main attractions!
Marie-Anne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was amazing, so kind and helpful. Hotel was great, especially the pool, sauna and restaurant. Would definitely come back!
Bruce, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Neil, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good hotel overall in an excellent location but the room was not serviced once and due to the rain some leakage from the ceiling occurred. Would recommend staying in it though.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apex Waterloo

It was great, even got offered same room as 8 years ago. An excellent base for castle, palace, royal mile and McEwans Hall
Donald, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, modern hotel with an amazing staff. Loved the restaurant, the pool and sauna! Highly recommend
Bruce, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and lovely hotel. Would stay again.
Yvonne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, lovely breakfast
Hannah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Couldn't fault our stay at all

Great location, easy access to off-site parking. Central to all tourist and shopping locations, and the train station. Very nice bar on-site, with a good spa and swimming pool. Very peaceful for the central location. Clean rooms and friendly staff.
Stephen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

4 star luxury in central location

Big spacious and modern room. Very clean , great location. Staff were very helpful and friendly
Judith, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable stay. All staff courteous, pleasant and welcoming.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location

Great hotel, great location
Alma, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, very friendly and helpful staff, comfy bed. Good hotel restaurant.
Douglas, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We both found the hotel satisfactory.
Lihini, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Good location.
Mark, 2-night trip