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Just around the corner from Calton Hill, the 4-star Apex Waterloo Place hotel epitomises luxury living in the heart of Edinburgh. With a stylish spa, swimming pool, restaurant, sumptuous rooms, and elegant suites, all with free WiFi, an Apex adventure awaits. Find yourself relaxing in your room a bed, flat screen TV and spacious en suite with a bath, walk-in shower, and Antipodes organic toiletries to help you stay green whilst you stay clean. The mini fridge and air conditioning will keep things fresh and some rooms have a Nespresso Coffee machine so you can make yourself at home. Cots and highchairs are available on request. Book in for a relaxing spa treatment and unwind in the fitness and wellness facilities including a swimming pool with poolside seating, sauna, and steam room. If you’d rather sweat it out another way, head to the fitness suite – great for working up an appetite… Serving traditional Scottish cuisine, take delight in every bite at the award-winning Elliot’s restaurant. With elegant Georgian features and a grand fireplace, the bright bar offers a range of fine wines and quality spirits. Situated in Edinburgh’s Old Town, just off Princes Street, the hotel is 550 yards from the historical Royal Mile. Plus, it’s just a 5minute walk to Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station and 15 minutes on foot from Edinburgh Castle.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Situated in the best rated area in Edinburgh, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.7

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan


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  • 1 extra-large double bed
205 feet²
Airconditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV

  • Free toiletries
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Telephone
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Cable channels
  • Wake-up service
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Toilet paper
Max persons: 2
US$252 per night
Price US$756
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$26
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max persons: 2
US$296 per night
Price US$887
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$274 per night
Price US$821
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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  • 2 single beds
205 feet²
Airconditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Max persons: 2
US$259 per night
Price US$776
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$26
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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Max persons: 2
US$302 per night
Price US$907
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  • Very good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$280 per night
Price US$841
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  • Very good breakfast included
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  • 1 extra-large double bed
301 feet²
Airconditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Max persons: 2
US$290 per night
Price US$870
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$26
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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Max persons: 2
US$333 per night
Price US$1,000
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  • Very good breakfast included
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Max persons: 1
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US$312 per night
Price US$935
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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
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Guests who stayed here loved

Claire
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Everything… The location, the food, the duck on bed was a lovely touch, the beautiful clean room and amazing friendly staff, especially the cleaner Joanna and Aussie lady in restaurant. Thank you for an enjoyable stay.
Hynd
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Breakfast was great, especially being able to add on haggis and black pudding which isn’t for everyone, food was hot and very tasty. Having both shower and bath in room was a bonus
Maura
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Excellent accommodation very clean and enjoyed a swim Breakfast restaurant fabulous
Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Cleanlines, located a few minutes from Waverley station, food was excellent and pool was nice.
Judy
Ireland Ireland
Comfort and location . Building was lovely old Edinburgh stone. Reception were helpful.
Hayley
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Location was fab, room lovely and clean. Bed comfortable
Mary
Ireland Ireland
Fabulous hotel, very friendly staff, they couldn't do enough to make our stay brilliant. Also very helpfull with information on places to visit. So super stay in comfortable beds, clean room and very peaceful sleep.
Graeme
United Kingdom United Kingdom
This hotel has been revamped since a previous visit over a decade ago. High standard throughout. Booked a slightly better room than last time and it was worth it. Loads of space, very comfortable and excellent bathroom. Staff were excellent...
Christine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Just spent one night but room was beautiful have been here a few times and it never disapoints
Carol
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Perfect hotel, clean and comfortable rooms, beautiful breakfast, staff extremely friendly and helpful.

Hotel surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Very good breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$26.13 per person.
  • Cuisine
    Full English/Irish
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan
Elliot's
  • Cuisine
    European
  • Menu
    À la carte
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House rules

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are offered a discount at the Q Park Multi storey car park on Greenside Row if they book online in advance.

If you have made a non-refundable booking, Apex will send a secure link via email and SMS, if a valid mobile number has been provided. Please complete the pre-payment using this secure link. This link is only valid for 24 hours, if payment is not received within this time, your reservation will be cancelled.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Apex Waterloo Place Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.