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

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$673
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Indoor pool, pool loungers

Spa

Pure Spa has 3 treatment rooms including couples treatment rooms. The property's spa offers deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. Types of treatments available include aromatherapy, body wraps, detox wraps, and facials. Other on-site facilities include a steam room and a sauna.

Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments

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

Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Family Room

Family Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(119 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

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

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

City Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Near a train station, Apex Waterloo Place Hotel is in Old Town Edinburgh, a walkable area in Edinburgh with great shopping. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and George Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Guests love the hotel's central location for the sightseeing. It's also convenient for public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 6 minutes on foot and Princes Street Tram Stop is 9 minutes.
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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 (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
  • ‪Salerno Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brasserie Prince by Alain Roux - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Upscale eco-certified hotel near Princes Street
Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are located near Apex Waterloo Place Hotel, which provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a gym. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a body treatment or a body wrap at Pure Spa, the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Liberté Brasserie, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a business centre and a steam room.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Multilingual staff, a lift and massage treatment rooms
  • Smoke-free property, concierge services and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 184 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries
  • 40-inch LED TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and fridges

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.

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: 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

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Apex Waterloo Place Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

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

As of 2 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel on 15 Sept 2025 start from NZ$672.85, 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.

Is Apex Waterloo Place Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Apex Waterloo Place Hotel located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Princes Street, Royal Mile, and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. Edinburgh Castle and George Street are also within 15 minutes. Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is only a 4-minute walk and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 6 minutes.

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Apex Waterloo Place Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1269 out of 1834 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 382 out of 1834 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1834 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1834 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1834 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

Eoin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really easy to get to and lovely location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajwinder Kaur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, excellent location and wonderful staff. Everything about this hotel was superb. Definitely recommend it and would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and convenient location!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cenk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed was comfortable and the hotel is at a very good place for food options.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent location with a very friendly staff! A delightful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good central hotel. Friendly efficiant staff .clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liam Christopher-Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in a great location, the hotel is very clean with very friendly staff. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Across the street of main departure point of very good bus tours of the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel all around
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Humphrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is Located near a big new shopping mall and not far from Royal Mile. The food at the hotel restaurant is very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ZUBIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. It’s in the heart of town and close to all main restaurants, tourists spots.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to restaurants and attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for a visit with family.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

marcos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. The staff its always helpful and friendly
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. We stayed there for a couple days before our Vacations by Rail tour we were taking. Location is great - not far to the Royal Mile. Also numerous restaurants ands convenience store close by. Hanna at the Front Desk was incredible - she went over and beyond in customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madhavi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel stay and service. Everyone was so nice and friendly! Special shout out to Irene for going out of her way to accommodate us (and sharing tips on raising teens ;))
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has a nice central location. The staff is very helpful and the room as expected. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend it to others traveling in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
dinner was delicious!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet rooms - good location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well located and very elegant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, very helpful staff, we had a suite which was a beautiful room with sofa and bathtub. Great location, walking distance to train station and to tram stop to get to the airport. Would love to stay again, highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiernan Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, stylish hotel in a really great location for getting around central Edinburgh or, as I was doing, going to the Fringe. I booked in on a very last minute business trip, and I had a really great stay. The staff are super friendly and helpful. The rubber duck gift was a nice bonus too!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ATHINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this hotel. Biggest positive was Irene. As soon as we got there, she ensured we had a room ready straight away and checked in on us periodically to make sure that we were happy with our stay. She went above and beyond and was just amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025