Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Hotel in Edinburgh
4-Star Hotel
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this hotel
Eco-certified Edinburgh hotel in Edinburgh City Centre with a full-service spa
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.
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.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.
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.
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.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Hot tub or spa
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Map of Edinburgh
Available Rooms
City Double Room, 1 King Bed
1 King • 258 ft²
Sleeps 2
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City Twin Room
2 Single • 258 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed
1 King • 334 ft²
Sleeps 2
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City Double Room Single Use
1 Single • 258 ft²
Sleeps 1
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Deluxe Double Room
1 King • 301 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 10.0
Lovely and helpful staff.
Room was always nice and clean.
Nice facilities.
Location couldn’t be any better.
Would stay again.
5.0 / 10.0
Absolutely outstanding hotel, highly recommend to anyone! Alice especially made it a weekend to remember, all the staff are incredibly helpful and kind, we will definitely be back soon!
5.0 / 10.0
Quick and easy check in. The rooms are lovely and clean. We were celebrating a birthday which they helped by putting some little gifts in the room, very thoughtful and gratefully received!
5.0 / 10.0
Such friendly staff & beautiful facilities
4.0 / 10.0
No spa was open, very disappointing.
Dirty between the tiles in the bathroom.
Dirty with carpet on the floor.
Dry entrecôte
4.0 / 10.0
Good Location.
5.0 / 10.0
Kind staff, excellent location
5.0 / 10.0
Excellent location to explore the city from. Less than a five minute walk from Waverley station and walking distance to lots of the tourist attractions. The staff were really friendly and helpful.
We stayed in a suite which was fantastic. The king size bed was really comfortable. Lovely free standing bath and huge shower in the bathroom. Great high quality toiletries too and the bathrobes and slippers were a lovely touch. Great room to unwind in after a day exploring the city.
We didn’t use the gym as it looked small. Mainly cardio machines with a few free weights and no benches. But the pool was lovely and warm and the sauna and steam rooms were great to use after a swim.
4.0 / 10.0
City double room was ok but very little natural light as only window faced a wall in an air shaft.
During night very bright light from hall way shon through large gap under the door, had to cover gap with towel and if anyone used the bathroom during night the bedroom was flooded with light through glass panel in bathroom door.
So all in all a reasonably nice room was spoiled by lighting issues.
4.0 / 10.0
It was a nice location and has a reasonable size room and bathroom. Amenities were good too.
4.0 / 10.0
We had an amazing time at Apex Waterloo Place and will definitely be coming back next time we visit Edinburgh!
We arrived early and were kindly offered an early check in, as well as being told we had been given a free upgrade to a deluxe double room which was a lovely surprise.
The room was spacious and clean and had all the amenities we needed. The hotel is in a perfect location, a very short walk from the train station and the perfect distance from both old and new town. My only small issues were that the heating wasn't great so we were cold quite often and the fire alarm went off twice, one of the times waking us up and making us leave the hotel at 5am, although I do acknowledge this is no fault of the hotel staff.
Overall an amazing stay in an incredible city!
5.0 / 10.0
We got an upgrade so room was behind excellent. Staff was really attentive and engaging- we had an overall great time
5.0 / 10.0
Super friendly staff and a great location in the city center with walking distance to the interesting spots.
3.0 / 10.0
Hotel was under renovation and due to that, lobby was in a temporary location and access to elevators was through dining area, which was not very convenient with luggage. Other than that, stay was ok. Our rooms were good, comfortable bed and great shower and bath. Did not eat here so can’t comment on food. Bar area was not very appealing, but again, I think the temporary lobby was using up part of it.
2.0 / 10.0
The reception looks very temporary. I was given a room with no view one step down from the reception.
The room was ice cold when I arrived.
No phone signal in the room
The toilet did not flush properly
The shower had a leakage causing water to flood the bathroom floor
The bed was really tough - I could feel iron in my back
Tested the gym - very basic and tiny
4.0 / 10.0
very friendly staff even though the reception was being worked on the pop up worked fine. Great location very handy for everything. Room was lovely - just the windows needs a clean which brought it to 4 stars instead of 5
3.0 / 10.0
Stayed in Apex Waterloo 3 nights. If we had known that there was major construction to the main entry hall happening we’d of spent our money differently. Apex created a detour into a loud room with a potluck church basement type table and 2 receptionist set ups. Their space was shared with the bar, breakfast and meal area. Acoustics were numbing to the brain. Had to weave through food service dining area to get to the lifts. Ackward with suitcases and bags. Room was quiet, large for UK standards. No wall hooks in bathroom a pedestal sink is a nightmare for two sharing a bathroom. Small shelf above toilet was only counter top. A luggage rack would have been nice. Just meh for a “luxury” hotel.
4.0 / 10.0
Great welcome and overall good service during stay. Room was good size as corner room and big bathroom inc bath. Downside was lack of space for clothes with very limited hanging space or drawers. Also kettle and cup etc were in cupboard which steam up and only instant coffee. Ate at restaurant twice and food and service were excellent. Location is spot on as only 5 mins from train station. Overall would stay again
4.0 / 10.0
We loved the location. It was perfect for our needs. Great bed and bathroom was spacious. Staff were kind. Few free amenities. Breakfast was overpriced.
5.0 / 10.0
Great location. Helpful staff. Comfortable room and beds.
10.0 / 10.0
Friendly professional staff
4.0 / 10.0
They were nice to allow early checkin but the room was in basement with no view
4.0 / 10.0
Clean room and bathroom with both shower and bathtub, room turning towards shopping center on the back of the hotel, not too noisy. Staff in lobby, bar and restaurant helpfull, cleaning lady nice and friendly. Close to sights, headoffice for hop on/hop off busses and a lot of nice dinning places - can only recommend
10.0 / 10.0
Excellent customer service. Prompt response from staff to our request for additional topper on the bed.
5.0 / 10.0
Great hotel! Very clean with comfortable beds and a great location. My only complaint is that there weren’t enough pubs in that area lol
10.0 / 10.0
The staff at this property definitely go above and beyond and make this a 5 star property on service alone! Location is right over the street from where the hop on hop off bus tours depart and its just 5 minutes walk from Waverly station as well. So many restaurants and cafes close by and in 1 minute youbare at the foot of Calton hill. The breakfast here was also very good and reasonably priced if not included in your stay.
Have to say again how amazed i was withe the service of the front desk staff.....they literally handle any question of request you may have personally and immediately.
6.0 / 10.0
I was given a room with milk glass in the windows and explained that due to some claustrophobia, it wasn't suitable. After a terrible fuss I was given an accessable room where the shower flooded the entire bathroom, light leaked in under a large gap under the door and the toilet didn't work properly. I was told the hotel was fully booked although the hotels own website indicated several rooms available. That said, the staff was very nice. I probably would not book here again.
10.0 / 10.0
10/10 would recommend again
10.0 / 10.0
Property was clean, convenient and secure. Dining room was pleasantly appointed, reasonable and the food was very good.
Staff are friendly, courteous and professional.
As it was both my first time traveling alone and my first time to Scotland, I was vary happy with my choice of the Apex Waterloo as my hotel for my visit.
10.0 / 10.0
The staff are kind and the facilities are great.
4.0 / 10.0
There were some repairs needed in a couple spots but it was a lovely room
10.0 / 10.0
I chose this hotel because it is close to the station. Another reason was the sports facilities like the gym and swimming pool. I quite enjoyed my stay there.
10.0 / 10.0
Staff are friendly and very welcoming.
4.0 / 10.0
Nice hotel in a great location. Had a little confusion with our room, but mgt was responsive and attentive to our concerns. If stay there again. Breakfast was good. Dinner I might explore other options.
8.0 / 10.0
Location, size of room, very comfortable and quiet. The majority of the staff were polite and friendly. Location was perfect for me and very walkable.
Having steam and sauna rooms was a bonus.
Did not like the scent of the bathroom products.
8.0 / 10.0
fantastic location
8.0 / 10.0
I booked thinking I had breakfast included. I was informed at check in that it was not included. I paid over $700 for 2 nights.
10.0 / 10.0
It was a really lovely hotel, room, staff and service great.
4.0 / 10.0
Good hotel in very nice location
10.0 / 10.0
Great property right by transportation and rail. Had a wonderful 4 night stay and the staff was excellent. Great breakfast every morning
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Edinburgh?
The average price for a rental in Edinburgh is $193 per night. This rental is $34 above the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel. Enjoy the water!
Is Apex Waterloo Place Hotel pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and laundry.
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