Apex Waterloo Place Hotel is located in Old Town Edinburgh, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, and is in a shopping district and near a train station. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and Edinburgh Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Easter Road Stadium or Meadowbank Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing.
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 4 min walk
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Deli Fresco - 3 min walk
Twenty Princes Street - 3 min walk
Snax - 4 min walk
The Voodoo Rooms - 4 min walk
Hawksmoor - 4 min walk
About this property
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4-star Edinburgh hotel in Old Town Edinburgh, walk to Princes Street
Along with a full-service spa, this smoke-free hotel has an indoor pool and a restaurant. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a sauna are onsite. All 184 rooms feature comforts like pillowtop beds and premium bedding, while conveniences include refrigerators and coffee makers. Free WiFi and 24-hour room service are standard, as are LED TVs with digital channels.
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel offers 184 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LED 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). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the health club.
PURE Spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.
The spa is open daily.
Cleaning and safety practices
Enhanced cleanliness measures
Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Social distancing
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place
Safety measures
Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Masks and gloves available
Hand sanitizer provided
This information is provided by our partners.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
24-hour offsite parking within 0.2 mi (GBP 21 per day)
Food and drink
Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends: GBP 17.50-17.50 per person
1 restaurant
1 bar
24-hour room service
Things to do
Fitness center
Full-service spa
Indoor pool
Sauna
Steam room
Family friendly
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Refrigerator
Conveniences
Banquet hall
Elevator
Front-desk safe
Guest services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning service
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Tour/ticket assistance
Wedding services
Languages spoken
English
Business services
Business center
Conference space
Meeting rooms
Spa
3 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body treatments
Body wraps
Couples treatment room(s)
Detox wraps
Facials
Manicures and pedicures
Massage - deep-tissue
Massage - hot stone
Massage - prenatal
Massage/treatment rooms
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.
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 must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on 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
Kids stay free! One child 17 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Breakfast fee: between GBP 17.50 and GBP 17.50 per person (approximately)
Offsite parking fee: GBP 21 per day (0.2 mi 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
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
One child 17 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the health club
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
Yes, this property has an indoor pool.
As of May 20, 2022, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel on May 22, 2022 start from CA $198.41, excluding 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.
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
Check-in is from 2:30 PM - 2 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this spa hotel is steps from Waterloo Place and Princes Street. Royal Mile and St. Andrew Square are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is only a 4-minute walk and Edinburgh Waverley Station is 5 minutes.
Yes, Apex Waterloo Place Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to Apex Waterloo Place Hotel cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
Overall score and ratings
4.5
Wonderful
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