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Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star spa hotel near Princes Street

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Indoor pool, sun loungers
Reception
Family Room | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, towels
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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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
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

City Double Room Single Use

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Master Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Master Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Duplex Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Duplex Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

City Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(149 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

City Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(69 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Heart of Edinburgh.Within a 10-minute walk of this Edinburgh City Centre hotel, you'll find Princes Street and Royal Mile. University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Calton Hill - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • St. Andrew Square - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 6 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wingstop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Society Bar & Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪John Lewis Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Salerno Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4-star spa hotel near 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 center and meeting rooms. A fitness center, 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
  • Meeting 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 is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel offers 184 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with digital channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators 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 phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily 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

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking within 0.2 miles (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

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

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 traveling 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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 per person
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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 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

How close is Apex Waterloo Place Hotel to the airport?

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel is 8.5 mi (44-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel on Jun 7, 2026 start from $226, 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.

Does Apex Waterloo Place Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel.

How close is Apex Waterloo Place Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 2.9 mi (17-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 19.4 mi (59-min drive) from Silver Sands Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Apex Waterloo Place Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between GBP 19.50 and 19.50 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM.

Is there free parking at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Apex Waterloo Place Hotel have a pool?

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel features an indoor pool.

Does Apex Waterloo Place Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Apex Waterloo Place Hotel have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Pure Spa, where you can enjoy detox wraps, body treatments, and prenatal massages.

How close is Apex Waterloo Place Hotel to downtown Edinburgh?

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Edinburgh.

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1472 out of 2091 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 426 out of 2091 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 2091 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 2091 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 2091 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is great, staff is excellent, location was perfect for us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, beautiful rooms, and amazing restaurant!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Macauley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were lovely, staff were amazing would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thiago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was great, super friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were so friendly and helpful and the spa facilities were fab.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location, friendly staff, clean and comfortable rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel in a great location. Staff were all very polite and the pool was lovely too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed staying here. Fantastic location and very well appointed hotel. Staff were excellent. Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very comfortable room and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, central location, comfortable rooms and enjoyed the pool and gym too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room and staff excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Baylee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay away from the hustle and bustle of Old Town - we enjoyed the walkability to some great sites and it was nice and quiet. The room was also much larger than I had originally thought and it was perfect for our stay of 3 nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great newly refurbished hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jacintha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless and cosy, and hotel staff were extremely friendly. The perfect stay, thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mardi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean room, friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel, lovely location and really nice and friendly staff who were always around to help
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very comfortable, the hotel was welcoming and the breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deanna C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My room was very clean and presentation was nice Staff was very nice professional and helpful the steam room & sauna were nice amenities Enjoyed my stay and location was great - would love to stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erika and Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean rooms staff where excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mattias

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean and big room, very central and great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025