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Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, steps from Princes Street

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Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Bar (on property)
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Master Suite

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan

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23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3BG
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

City Double Room Single Use

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Family Room

Family Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

City Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(135 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

City Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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 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. The brasserie, Liberté Brasserie, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 1819 is the hotel's own 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 Edinburgh City Centre hotel include Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and George Street.

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
  • Royal Mile - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • George Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 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

  • ‪Wingstop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Society Bar & Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Place To Eat - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Newsroom - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Hotel with a full-service spa, steps from Princes Street
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 business-friendly 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
  • 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.

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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

  • 1,819
  • Liberté Brasserie

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: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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 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.

Property is also known as

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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 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel on 11 Jan 2026 start from AU$170.95, 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 3:00 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. 1377 out of 1963 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 397 out of 1963 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 1963 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1963 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1963 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, decent rooms but pool cold
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in very nice area of the city Close to train and hop on hop offf Lots of nice restaurants close by
Room view
Hotel view
On the street at night
Edinburgh castle
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, CBS

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel would highly recommend to anyone. Spotless room, all staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the large rooms, friendly staff, food and drink options and the convenience to all the restaurants, sight seeing and transportation in Edinburgh. We couldn't have picked a better location. I would definitely stay at Apex Waterloo again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful and amazingly located. Rooms were good overall, beds and pillows were a little dark and our room never really warmed up (our bathroom was freezing). We did a spa treatment and it was nice but you don't really feel like the amenities are those of a spa. The restaurant is lovely, the meals we had there were really good. You can't beat the location of this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay, Scottsdale

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
N/a
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Heather Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bar staff was amazing. Liberte restaurant had bad menu, food was not good. Room service needs some refresher courses. Front desk did not give wake up call . Cleaning staff missed our room twice , had to request items every day
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Shan

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

david

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room and view. Lovely amenities but loud music into the late night outside forced u to leave the hotel for our own sanity. Even later lots of street noise. Hotel needs double glazing to make it less noisy. Otherwise wonderful hotel but did not get much rest there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SAMANTHA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable room. Loved having A/C and a refrigerator, something we didn't find any many other of our hotels throughout our stay in Scotland.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonitha

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

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

Great location, wonderful place to stay

This was a wonderful space to stay for our trip to Edinburgh. Walkable to key tourist attractions yet very quiet. The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff were wonderful. Would certainly recommend for anyone exploring the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Timothy

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Hotel needs concierge services. Desk clerks are responsible for customer checkin, questions and issues as well as concierge services. Several times we had long wait for simple inquiries because the desk clerk was busy booking tours for other guests and in one case no one was at the desk for quite some time.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Woojin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close to everything, nice staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

HASAN, Rochester

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very friendly staff. Very central
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025