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Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with full-service spa and fitness centre

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Bar (on property)
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
Exterior
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$440
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July

Explore the area

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23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3BG
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Royal Mile
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

City Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

City Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(112 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Duplex Suite

Duplex Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Master Suite

Master Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for City Twin Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

City Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Edinburgh

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel puts you in the heart of Edinburgh, steps from Princes Street and within a 10-minute stroll of Royal Mile. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering at Pure Spa can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, detox wraps and body wraps along with access to the sauna. Elliots is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the gym, sauna and pool loungers. Business amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Old Town Edinburgh hotel include Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and George Street.

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 (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 hotel with full-service spa and fitness centre
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. A fitness centre, spa services, and multilingual staff are also featured at the eco-certified Apex Waterloo Place Hotel.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 184 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1819
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel offers 184 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges 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 telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (GBP 27 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 19.50 to 19.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Elliots

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1819
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

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 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 travelling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 19.50 to 19.50 for adults and GBP 0 to 19.50 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 27 per day(984 ft away; open 24 hours)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children aged 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel?

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel?

As of 5 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel on 27 July 2025 start from AU$440.35, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Apex Waterloo Place Hotel?

The closest beach to Apex Waterloo Place Hotel is Portobello Beach (4.8 km).

Is there a spa on site at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel?

Yep, Pure Spa is available for guests. It has a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and facials, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does Apex Waterloo Place Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests recommend it! Apex Waterloo Place Hotel has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Apex Waterloo Place Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a lounge bar, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel.

Is Apex Waterloo Place Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, laundry facilities and an indoor pool, it's no surprise that Apex Waterloo Place Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Apex Waterloo Place Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, travelers adore the full breakfast here! Offered on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel?

No, Apex Waterloo Place Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1194 out of 1738 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 365 out of 1738 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 1738 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1738 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1738 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Krzysztof

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous place to stay in Edinburgh! We stayed there for 2 nights and we both loved it! The hotel is only 5 minutes walk from the train station. It’s also extremely close to the shopping centre and Calton Hill. Food at the restaurant is delicious! Freshly prepared breakfast and great selection of pastries, fruit and cold meats & cheese. Dinner menu whilst not extensive is also top notch! We were dining there on both nights during our stay and we really enjoyed it! The bar has a great selection of cocktails and spirits. It also has a very relaxing atmosphere. Our room was large, clean and comfortable. Great powerful shower, massive bathtub and super cosy bed! The pool although small is a great add on facility. At last the biggest asset of the hotel was the staff! From the very first welcoming smile at reception and through the stay they were all extremely friendly, polite and welcoming. A special shout out for Mayada (I hope this is spelled correctly). A fabulous team member who is a real credit to the organisation. We will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

LINDA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and we were able to check in early
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paddy

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely experience, would recommend

Lovely hotel with friendly staff in an excellent location, hand for airport transit and sight-seeing. Breakfast was great, and the room was perfect for working, which was essential for me on this trip. Special mention to the little rubber duck that greeted me on arrival, what a lovely touch : )
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pradip

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great hotel, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay here. Everything was fantastic, facilities, staff, my sole gripe was they had just 1 coffee sachet, and then 2 decaf…but I wouldn’t have used them anyway
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

SCOTTY

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous stay in this brilliant location. About 50 metres from one of the exits to Waverley Station to the rear entrance of the hotel. The front entrance is beside the city tour bus stops and Princes Street is about 100 metres away. We checked in on-line however as we arrived early we wanted to drop our bags while we went out to explore Edinburgh. Unfortunately we had to wait in a queue for about 10 minutes as there were a lot of people checking in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place!! Loved the pool and sauna!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Excellent staff, used the bar which was great. Rooms were clean and tidy. Location excellent too. Can’t fault
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lovely hotel. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a fabulous overnight stay. The hotel upgraded us to a premium room for only £14. The room had great views over Edinburgh towards Fife. We had great service in the bar. The waitress was very friendly as were all the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Edinburgh Apex adventure

Reasonably clean and comfortable. Requested room with a view of castle and Hotel was accommodating. However, room was at the end of a hallway and at times was cold. Arrived Friday afternoon and left Sunday morning. Was in Edinburgh for my birthday which was on that Saturday. For awhile Saturday morning (on my birthday)was unable to unlock door to get out to brunch due to faulty door lock, was stuck! Had to call font desk to get us out. Staff summoned maintenance personnel to make repairs. Staff apologized profusely and gave us extra drinks voucher and delivered box of chocolate and card to help celebrate birthday.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed great food, amazing beds and pillows, and most gracious staff. A difficult stay to beat.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parham

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing hotel with great breakfasts options and the room we had was really spacious. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location. Very nice suite and clean. Breakfast is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

Another fantastic stay at the Apex. Wonderful staff at reception a throughout, excellent spacious room and still the best breakfast of any hotel in Edinburgh.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walk from Waverly Station. Walkable to almost everywhere
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Really nice hotel, very clean and comfortable. Rooms very spacious. Hotel was perfectly situated, nice and close to the station. Staff were lovely and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel , great position!

Warm welcome- my room was upgraded! Very spacious room , clean and comfortable. Really like the little pool. Hotel is very central.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025