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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$476
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July

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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

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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

Map
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

  • ‪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

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 body treatment, a hot stone massage or a facial at Pure Spa, the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Elliots, 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 with sunloungers
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • A lift, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
  • A banquet hall, wedding services and concierge services
  • 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.

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

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.

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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 6 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel on 27 Jul 2025 start from NZ$476.38, 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 steps away from Waterloo Place and Princes Street. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are also within 10 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. 1196 out of 1741 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 365 out of 1741 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1741 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1741 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1741 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

Great spot for a visit with family.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Great service and very nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Good breakfast, comfortable room.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10

Absolutely amazing , super friendly staff, excellent location ! Highly recommended !!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Clean, comfortable, good location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Friendly staff, clean quiet room, good accessibility to town
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

We loved our room and the staff were very nice and friendly . This is a good location to walk to all the sites too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

The location, in the heart of Edinburgh, can’t be beat. A great value!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Great location, nice rooms, friendly staff and great breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Another excellent stay- hotel is friendly, very convenient for station, shops, walking around the city. Rooms spacious, spotlessly clean, and quiet even with heavy traffic around - the double glazing really works. Breakfast good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

I found the front of house staff extremely helpful and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Nice hotel in convenient location for Edinburgh sites with option for vegetarian breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great property, excellent location! Room was spacious and bed was comfy!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10

Convenience location and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Wonderful stay. Within walking distance of Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Waverley train station and many shops and restaurants. The hotel restaurant is worth a try as well. The room was a comfortable size for winding down and included a large sofa.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great place to stay in Edinburgh. Central, and great for walking around the city. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Very close to old town. Staff is great! The restaurant and the bar in the hotel are also really good and accommodating! Great vibes altogether
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Nice hotel with great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Great hotel close to main attractions!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Wonderful hotel with excellent staff and amenities. Thank you for making us feel at home.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Excellent hotel and comfortable stay. I think if I was to come back I would stay at the other Apex Hotel as it is closer to the castle but you have many dining options right outside the front door.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

The staff was amazing! Made our trip feel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Walking shower, lovely breakfast
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

The hotel was very nice and the staff very friendly. The location was perfect: close to everything but yet removed just enough to be quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025