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About the Hotel

23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3BH
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Close to Calton Hill
Great
8.8
9.2
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4.3
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The perfect 4-star Apex Waterloo Place Hotel Edinburgh, located only 1.1 km from the combined National Museum of Scotland, offers a heated swimming pool and Wi-Fi in public areas. With the Greyfriars Bobby's Grave nearly a 15-minute walk away, the luxury hotel offers a banquet hall for collective occasions.

Location

The hotel is notable for its prime location, merely 300 metres from the Calton Hill and right around the corner from Edinburgh Waverley train station. The Writers' Museum is around a 5-minute drive from the boutique Apex Waterloo Edinburgh, which is also situated about a 10-minute drive from the Victorian Gothic Scott Monument.

The business accommodation is also in the vicinity of Calton Hill.

You can catch the bus at Waterloo Place bus stop, only steps away from this Edinburgh hotel.

Rooms

The luxurious Apex Waterloo Place Hotel features 179 rooms with Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as coffee and tea making equipment. An iron and an air conditioner are featured for guests' comfort. There is a fully furnished kitchen with an electric kettle, a refrigerator, and kitchenware in each king room.

Eat & Drink

You can also visit a lounge bar furnished with a fireplace, and serving fine drinks. It features a great design. Sample Italian specialties at Pasta italiana located in close proximity to the smoke-free Apex Waterloo Place.

Leisure & Business

The accommodation includes a fitness room, a full spa to ensure guests maximum relaxation. A steam room and a sauna, along with spa service, are provided to ensure a perfect stay. Business travellers are welcome to use a meeting room and a conference space offered on site.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the historic Real Mary King's Close for a time-travel experience.
  • Indulge in haggis at The Witchery near the castle for authentic flavors.
  • Stroll through the stunning Princes Street Gardens at sunset for views.
  • Explore the hidden gems of the Scottish National Gallery on the Mound.
  • Shop local crafts at the Grassmarket for unique souvenirs and gifts.
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Apex Waterloo Place Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
City Double Room
2 persons
205 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
City Twin Room
2 persons
205 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Superior Double Room
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Superior Twin Room
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.9/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Massage
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Separate tub and shower
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Apex Waterloo Place Hotel Location

23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3BH
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23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3BH
Nearby
St. Andrews House 2 Regent Road
Calton Hill
1000 ft
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
2000 ft
32 Calton Hill
Nelson Monument
1000 ft
Monument
Scott Monument
1600 ft
2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)
Brass Rubbing Centre
2000 ft
Gallery
City Art Centre
1800 ft
Church
Mercat Cross
1800 ft
Picardy Place
Sherlock Holmes Statue
1800 ft
Restaurants
Howies Waterloo
300 ft
29 Waterloo Place East end of Princes Street
MP's Bistro
500 ft
15 Calton Hill
The Newsroom
600 ft
5-11 Leith Street
The Observatory Restaurant
800 ft
2 Greenside Place Glasshouse Hotel
Starbucks
800 ft
3 Shrub Place Lane Leith Walk
Martone
500 ft
1 Waterloo Place
Hongfu Noodle Bar
500 ft
3-7 Waterloo Place
The Cafe Royal
1000 ft
19 West Register Street
The Guildford Arms
900 ft
1-5 West Register Street
John Lewis & Partners
1700 ft
60 Leith Street
Frankie And Bennys
1500 ft
Unit 3 Omni Centre
The Voodoo Rooms
1100 ft
19A West Register Street
Getting around
City Centre
Edinburgh6 min  ·  1700 ft
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI)21 min  ·  8.7 mi
Glasgow Airport (GLA)134 min  ·  55.3 mi
Train
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station3 min  ·  700 ft
Bus
Bus stop3 min  ·  700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby at GBP 27 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP19.50 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2009
Number of floors:
10
Number of rooms:
179

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Apex Waterloo Place Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 3237 verified reviews
8.8/10
Great
90%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.7/10
Cleanliness
9.1/10
Comfort
9.1/10
Facilities
8.9/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.7/10
Location
9.6/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.5/10
Staff
9.2/10
Value for money
8.2/10
Guest reviews
based on 6172 reviews
4.5/5
based on 4543 reviews
8.8/10
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