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Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4.0 star property
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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Property amenity
Exterior
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Spa

Explore the area

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23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3BG
  • Princes Street
    1 min walk
  • Pep & Fodder
    1 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station)
    4 min walk
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    31 min drive

Room options

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Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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City Double Room Single Use

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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City Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Duplex Suite

Duplex Suite

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Master Suite

Master Suite

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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City Twin Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Edinburgh

With a stay at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, steps from Princes Street and 14 minutes by foot from Edinburgh Castle. .This eco-certified hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Royal Mile.

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 7 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 7 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 14 min walk

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 4 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 37 min drive

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

Eco-certified Edinburgh hotel in Edinburgh City Centre with a full-service spa
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel offers 184 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 184 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM.
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
24-hour room service is available.

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.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • 24 hours off-site parking within 0.2 mi (GBP 27 per day)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends: GBP 18.50-18.50 for adults and GBP 0-18.50 for children
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service

Restaurants on site

  • Elliots

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Fridge

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool sunloungers

Spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage - prenatal
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Lift
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV
  • Digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18.50 to 18.50 for adults, and GBP 0 to 18.50 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 27 per day(984 ft away; open 24 hours)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

National rating

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

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Apex Waterloo Place Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very accommodating, friendly, helpful and understanding…We were able to roam around the place after we check out coz they allow us to leave our luggage’s in there care without worry.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the heart of Edinburgh, walkable to all places of interest, excellent breakfasts, very comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Cathy-Anne

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location of Apex Waterloo is very good. We were right across from the hop on hop off bus and were able to walk to pubs, restaurants and Calton Hill. Our bathroom floor tiles had cracks in them but the bathtub was large and lovely. I think overall our room lacked character. The hotel was undergoing a renovation which I am sure will be nice when finished. We had breakfast there which was very good and we also enjoyed a delicious dinner. Service was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Longmont

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent. Rooms were modern and elegant. Staff was very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Hayley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. It will be better once refurbs are done downstairs. Felt a bit cramped. It’s a busy hotel, but room was nice and quiet. Rooms need a bit of a deep clean, but we’re fine for the stay. Lovely staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was ideally located. Walkable to the Royal Mile plus all the major busses stopped across the street. The staff was amazing, very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for your hospitality
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Apex Waterloo was great. Staff were helpful and friendly and the hotel was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
While we lived the easy access to a great area to walk to shops and restaurants and the old town, the construction and confusion about reception area and eating areas and only 1 lift working while there, it was a bit of a disappointment . Breakfast ends early and trying to get a staff member to help with a coffee or anything really was always a struggle. When booking make sure the construction is finished. There was no area to sit that was attractive to gave a drink or just rest after being out all day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location close to rail and royal mile. Shopping center nearby. Even in middle of remodel, staff efficient and helpful. Rooms nicely appointed with fridge and safe. Comfy beds and quiet. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great and the staff we very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ivor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Close to all amenities and good breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in area was conjested, I think due to renovations. In hindsight maybe this is why you walk through dining area to access elevators to room and to check out. Room was standard, washroom layout seemed awkward, and the open shower has led to trim work around door rotting. Bar staff was nice but the bar had no local beer or coffee option as machine was down. Property was super busy so some of this was surprising to me.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Autumn

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed in Apex Waterloo 3 nights. If we had known that there was major construction to the main entry hall happening we’d of spent our money differently. Apex created a detour into a loud room with a potluck church basement type table and 2 receptionist set ups. Their space was shared with the bar, breakfast and meal area. Acoustics were numbing to the brain. Had to weave through food service dining area to get to the lifts. Ackward with suitcases and bags. Room was quiet, large for UK standards. No wall hooks in bathroom a pedestal sink is a nightmare for two sharing a bathroom. Small shelf above toilet was only counter top. A luggage rack would have been nice. Just meh for a “luxury” hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin, Washington

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha, ROCKWALL

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the close proximity to the Royal Mile and the ability to order from breakfast menu in lieu of breakfast buffet.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Patsy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for walking in the city great parking around the corner
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024