10/10 Exceptional
Spacious room, great amenities, and very helpful, friendly staff.
Excellent location for touring the city sights.
Thoroughly enjoyed our visit and stay here.
Donald
Donald, 2-night trip
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Hotel with spa, near Royal Mile
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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.
VIP Access9.2
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Free WiFi
- 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
$159 nightly
$191 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Total with 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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Showing 9 of 9 rooms
City Double Room Single Use
- 258 sq ft
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
Deluxe Double Room
9.6Exceptional
18 reviews
- 301 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
Master Suite
8.8Excellent
3 reviews
- 431 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
Duplex Suite
9.0Wonderful
2 reviews
- 431 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
Family Room
8.4Very good
18 reviews
- 344 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds
9.4Exceptional
8 reviews
- 301 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
City Double Room, 1 King Bed
9.2Wonderful
139 reviews
- 258 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
City Twin Room
9.2Wonderful
67 reviews
- 258 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed
9.2Wonderful
61 reviews
- 334 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3BG
What's nearby
- Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Calton Hill - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- St. Andrew Square - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Royal Mile - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Getting around
- Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 44 min drive
- Edinburgh Waverley Station - 6 min walk
- Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 6 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
- Wingstop - 4 min walk
- Society Bar & Kitchen - 2 min walk
- The Place To Eat - 6 min walk
- Starbucks - 3 min walk
- John Lewis Cafe - 4 min walk
About this property
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel offers a great location, putting you 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 highlights 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.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 184 rooms
- Arranged over 8 floors
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
- Express check-in available
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
- Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours 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
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
- Guests traveling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.
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
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)
Pets
- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
- Offsite parking nearby (GBP 27 per day; discounts available)
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in is 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 Edinburgh City Centre, a short 6-minute walk from St Andrew Square Tram Stop and 8 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
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9.4
Cleanliness
9.2
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
- Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, delicious, and wonderful with a great variety of options. (110 reviews)
- The spa facilities were excellent, clean, and easily accessible with great amenities such as steam room, sauna, and pool. (51 reviews)
- The pool and spa were clean, well-maintained, and a great addition to the property. (49 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.Popular mentions
Service staffRoomLocationBreakfastRestaurantBedBathroomBarTrain stationView10/10 Exceptional
Rooms were lovely, staff were amazing would recommend
Macauley
Macauley, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Room was great, super friendly staff
Thiago
Thiago, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Staff were so friendly and helpful and the spa facilities were fab.
Lucy
Lucy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Excellent hotel, very centrally located with sightseeing bus tour right outside the entertance. Highly recommend.
Lesley
Lesley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Loved it!!! Will definitely be back! Great location, friendly & helpful staff, plus loved the indoor pool & steam room.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very comfortable room and friendly staff.
Jenny
Jenny, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Really nice hotel with very good food and friendly staff. Overall a very nice experience. A great base for a trip to Edinburgh with hop on hop off bus tours leaving from just across the road.
Jacintha
Jacintha, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Room and staff excellent.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great stay, central location, comfortable rooms and enjoyed the pool and gym too.
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Hotel was spotless, staff do everthing they can to make your stay perfect. Would definitely recommend and wont be staying anywhere else when we next visit Edinburgh
Dianne
Dianne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great newly refurbished hotel
Elin
Elin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The room was spotless and cosy, and hotel staff were extremely friendly. The perfect stay, thank you!
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Location
Maria
Maria, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Clean and comfortable
Bradley
Bradley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Beautiful hotel, well maintained, in excellent central location. Rooms modern and stylish. Staff all friendly and service was excellent. Great amenities and close to everything including Waverley station, theatre and St James Centre. Enjoyed our stay. Highly recommended.
Moira
Moira, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great hotel, lovely location and really nice and friendly staff who were always around to help
Rob
Rob, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The room was very comfortable, the hotel was welcoming and the breakfast was delicious.
Dean
Dean, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Helpful staff. Good location. Good sized rooms.
Catherine
Catherine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great location, clean room, friendly staff.
Mardi
Mardi, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Good size room, cleanliness was good, staff excellent (except bar staff who was “good”).
Paresh
Paresh, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Clean and big room, very central and great staff
Mattias
Mattias, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Lovely hotel. Nice room, comfy bed, good shower, great wifi. Staff friendly & helpful. Keep up the good work.
Brian
Brian, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Reception staff were friendly and very helpful. Room was spotless breakfast with amazing
Lin
Lin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Clean room, lush lobby and hotel bar.
Samantha
Samantha, 1-night trip
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