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Ideally located at the east end of Princes Street, near to Waverley train
station and some of the best shopping districts of Edinburgh.
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel is a luxury property that sets the standard for the ultimate in city chic.
‘Urban glamour meets contemporary comfort’ is very much the philosophy behind Apex Edinburgh Waterloo Place. This luxurious four-star boutique hotel boasts the facilities and attention to detail to rival those of a five star property.
With a rich history, this landmark building at the east end of Princes Street in Edinburgh’s city centre has been converted to a luxury hotel offering style, comfort and exceptional service.
Apex Waterloo Place Accommodation
This luxury boutique hotel contains 187 bedrooms and suites with spacious bathrooms featuring separate large walk-in showers and baths.
The contemporary styled bedrooms are designed to offer the ultimate in comfort and elegance combined with top-notch business facilities. Soft neutral colours such as toasted almond, taupe and slate contrast with walnut furniture.
Whether travelling for business or leisure, the 42” LCD TVs, air conditioning, Wi-Fi internet access plus broadband modem points along with 24-hour room service guarantee a pleasurable stay. For that final added luxury, our deluxe rooms and suites include BOSE surround sound speaker systems.
City Rooms
At the Apex Waterloo Place Hotel, even the little extras are included
.. free newspaper and wi-fi, coffee, widescreen LCD TV ...
City Double Room
With our lowest daily rate, City Rooms are arguably our ‘standard'
rooms. We'll leave it to you to decide whether that description does it
justice.
· King-size bed
· 42" Flatscreen TV
· Bath and/or Walk-in power shower
· Complimentary newspaper available at reception
· Large desk and chair
· Coffee and selected teas
· Fridge and safe
· Luxury toiletries
· Iron and ironing board
· Limited edition art
· Free wireless internet access and free local calls
· A mushroom-coloured Apex Duck - yours to keep
Virtual Tour
Please note all rooms at the Apex Waterloo Place Hotel Edinburgh are
non-smoking.
For smoking rooms please see the Apex European Hotel Edinburgh.
City Twin Room
With our lowest daily rate, City Rooms are arguably our ‘standard'
rooms. We'll leave it to you to decide whether that description does it
justice.
· Two single beds
· 42" Flatscreen TV
· Bath and/or Walk-in power shower
· Complimentary newspaper available at reception
· Large desk and chair
· Coffee and selected teas
· Fridge and safe
· Luxury toiletries
· Iron and ironing board
· Limited edition art
· Free wireless internet access and free local calls
· A mushroom-coloured Apex Duck - yours to keep
Please note all rooms at the Apex Waterloo Place Hotel Edinburgh are non-smoking. For smoking rooms please see the Apex European Hotel Edinburgh.
City Family Room
With our lowest daily rate, City Rooms are arguably our ‘standard'
rooms. We'll leave it to you to decide whether that description does it
justice.
· A king-size bed and a sofa bed
· 42" Flatscreen TV
· Bath and/or Walk-in power shower
· Complimentary newspaper available at reception
· Large desk and chair
· Coffee and selected teas
· Fridge and safe
· Luxury toiletries
· Iron and ironing board
· Limited edition art
· Free wireless internet access and free local calls
· A mushroom-coloured Apex Duck - yours to keep
Superior Double Room
You'll have more space to work and relax in a Superior room.
· A larger more luxurious room
· Soft bathrobes
· CD/DVD Player, including DVD Lending Library
· A sweet treat
In addition to the City Room features:
· King-size bed
· 42" Flatscreen TV
· Bath and/or Walk-in power shower
· Complimentary newspaper available at reception
· Large desk and chair
· Coffee and selected teas
· Luxury toiletries
· Fridge and safe
· Iron and ironing board
· Limited edition art
· Free wireless internet access and free local calls
· A mushroom-coloured Apex Duck - yours to keep
Deluxe Double Room
Here you'll find all the extra space and features of a Superior room,
plus some touches that add another dimension to the luxury.
· A larger more luxurious room
· Seating area
· Soft bathrobes
· CD/DVD Player, including DVD Lending Library
· Surround Sound
· A sweet treat
In addition to the City Room features:
· King-size bed
· 42" Flatscreen TV
· Separate walk-in shower and bath
· Complimentary newspaper available at reception
· Large desk and chair
· Coffee and selected teas
· Luxury toiletries
· Fridge and safe
· Iron and ironing board
· Limited edition art
· Free wireless internet access and free local calls
· A mushroom-coloured Apex Duck - yours to keep
Master Suite
Our suites have it all. Comfort, convenience and space – lots of
it.
· Exceptional views
· Larger room dimensions
· Separate living area
· CD/DVD Player, including selection of DVD's to watch
· Magazine Selection
· Surround Sound
· Soft bathrobes
· A sweet treat
In addition to the City Room features:
· King-size bed
· 42" Flatscreen TV
· Separate walk-in shower
· Complimentary newspaper available at reception
· Large desk and chair
· Coffee and selected teas
· Luxury toiletries
· Fridge and safe
· Iron and ironing board
· Limited edition art
· Free wireless internet access and free local calls
· A mushroom-coloured Apex Duck - yours to keep
Duplex Suite
Our suites have it all. Comfort, convenience and space – lots of
it.
· Exceptional views
· Spacious and luxurious suite, split onto two levels
· Separate living area and kitchenette
· Soft bathrobes
· CD/DVD Player, including selection of DVD's to watch
· Magazine Selection
· Surround Sound
· A sweet treat
In addition to the City Room features:
· King-size bed
· 42" Flatscreen TV
· Separate walk-in shower
· Complimentary newspaper available at reception
· Large desk and chair
· Coffee and selected teas
· Luxury toiletries
· Fridge and safe
· Iron and ironing board
· Limited edition art
· Free wireless internet access and free local calls
· A mushroom-coloured Apex Duck - yours to keep
Please note all rooms at the Apex Waterloo Place Hotel Edinburgh are non-smoking.
Dinning
Eliot Bar and Restaurant
Elliot’s combines the traditional listed features of this magnificent
historic building with contemporary design. The dining room has a great
sense of style with an ornate corniced ceiling, original fireplaces and
expansive Georgian windows flooding the dining room with natural light.
Our Head Chef has created mouthwatering menus using, whenever possible, locally sourced seasonal ingredients. Offering an array of ‘modern Scottish’ dishes, he takes great pride in ensuring that all his dishes are hearty and tasty.
An extensive wine list along with superb service makes Elliot’s Restaurant an ideal venue for every occasion.
Stunning Private Dining Venues
The Apex Waterloo Place Hotel’s collection of five super-stylish
event rooms provide unique spaces to exceed your expectations. The food
is second to none with a range of menus, from à la carte dinners
to canapés and from breakfasts to buffets.
Add to this dedicated events coordinators and planning an event, whether private or corporate, has never been easier.
Hotel Meeting Room Venues
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel?s collection of five super-stylish meeting rooms
provide unique event spaces to exceed your expectations. The Waterloo
Suite is the largest meeting room at the Apex Waterloo Place hotel, making
it ideal for cocktail parties, dinner dances or private dining for up
to 180 guests.
The Regent room is a spectacular setting for a variety of events from formal board meetings to elegant private dinners up to 40. The Waverley room is equally as elegant, with large Georgian windows creating spectacular spaces for events for up to 20.
For up to 70 delegates, consider our Calton and Forth rooms, perfect for larger meetings, product launches and presentations. All our rooms have TV's, video, data projector, flipchart, fax/phone, ice cold drinks fridge and snacks.
Edinburgh Wedding Venue
Many civil wedding venues in Edinburgh, Scotland appeal to your head or
your heart - but rarely both. Choose an Apex Hotel and there will be no
lingering doubts that you've compromised your ideals.
The Apex Waterloo Place, International and City Hotels are fully approved for civil weddings and partnerships in Scotland and we have the space, facilities and eye for detail to make every wedding a memory.
At the East End of Princes Street, the historic Apex Waterloo Place Hotel is licensed for civil ceremonies. Combining the beautiful original Georgian features with stylish contemporary design it is a perfect wedding venue, comfortable for up to 100 guests.
Check in and Check out
· Check in time is from 2.30pm (Early check in can be requested
but is not guaranteed).
· Check out time is until 12.00pm (Late check out is charged per
hour from 1.00pm until 6.00pm. After this, another full day is charged).
Car Parking Facilities
Guests can enjoy a discounted rate at the nearby NCP on Greenside Place.
Rates below include a 15% discount. Cards are validated at reception.
Please note: There is a car boot sale on level 4 of the NCP car park every Sunday. We would recommend you choose an alternative level if you require access to your car on Sunday.
Transportation Facilities
· Coach Parking Off-site / street
· 24hr CCTV
· On Public Transport Route
· Paid Parking within easy distance
· Public Parking Nearby
Additional Facilities
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel has free high speed, wireless, internet access.
We think it makes a refreshing change to simply flip open your laptop
- without emptying the contents of your wallet just to send a few emails.
(Or indeed, having to hook up with cables - we have a wireless network.)
Of course, we have all the other facilities you'd expect from a luxury city centre hotel:
· 24 hour room service
· Alarm calls
· Concierge service
· Cots and high chairs
· Hairdryer in room
· Disabled access to rooms and public areas
· Guide dog access
· Mail and message delivery
· Same day laundry
Luxury Hotel with Swimming Pool
Yu Spa is our exclusive leisure and fitness destination.
By “exclusive”, we mean it's only open to hotel guests, members
and limited day pass holders – so there's no danger of overcrowding
or long queues.
Yu Spa will soothe, rejuvenate and relax you. Swim in our beautifully lit swimming pool. Relax and exercise in style, in our stunning daylight-filled pool, perfect for relaxing after a day sightseeing, or a hard day at the office.
Let off some steam in our Sauna. Let the heat of our sauna leave your skin and body feel renewed.
Work-out with Technogym
Gym aficionados will know Technogym™: this famous name makes some
of the best computerized cardiovascular and resistance equipment around.
Add LCD TVs to while away the metres, calories or reps, and you're in
for a great work-out.
Attractions and Activities
Edinburgh, Scotland's inspiring capital, is a city of contrasts - where
the lofty tenements and winding closes of Old Town make way to the grace
and elegance of the Georgian New Town.
With Edinburgh Castle dominating the skyline, this UNESCO World Heritage site offers the perfect balance of all things traditional and contemporary.
Discover world-class museums and galleries, take a walking tour on an open-top bus or even visit the city's own zoo. From the world famous festivals to fabulous shopping, you'll be spoilt for choice.
No matter how high your expectations, Edinburgh will surpass them. It really is one of Europe's most stunning and vibrant cities; the castle, the gardens, the royal palace might be the city's icons, but there's so much more to discover.
In fact, there are thousands of things to do in this city. We've taken a very Apex approach to the whole affair, and only selected the very best in our top ten Edinburgh attractions.
1. Edinburgh Castle
Towering over the city and dominating the skyline, the instantly recognizable
Edinburgh Castle is a powerful Scottish symbol. Learn all about this historic
landmark with the daily guided tours, view the Scottish crown jewels,
and see the 1 o'clock cannon being fired.
2. City Sightseeing Tours
Edinburgh's 'hop on, hop off' open top bus tours offer an ideal way to
see all the sights of the Scottish capital. Tickets are valid for 24 hours,
so they are perfect if you only have a day or two to spend in the city.
3. Holyrood Palace & The Scottish Parliament
You've seen the Castle? Well at the other end of the Royal Mile you'll
find Holyrood Palace, which is the Queen's Official Residence in Edinburgh.
And just opposite, you'll find it impossible to miss the Scottish Parliament.
There's no denying this is one of the most impressive modern buildings
in Europe.
4. Royal Yacht Britannia
From Queen Elizabeth II to Sir Winston Churchill, some of the world’s
most famous and influential people have been welcomed aboard this magnificent
ship. Now it's your turn to discover the splendour of this royal residence.
5. Edinburgh Dungeons
At the other end of the attraction spectrum, is the infinitely more blood-curdling
Edinburgh Dungeon. Did you know one solution to the plague was simply
to build over infected areas? Now you can discover what lurks within and
beneath.
6. The Real Mary King's Close
Beneath the Royal Mile lies Edinburgh's deepest secret - a warren of hidden
streets where real people lived, worked and died. For centuries they have
lain abandoned and forgotten... until now! Step back in time on a tour
of Mary King's Close and witness 17th century life- and afterlife- in
plague ridden Edinburgh.
7. Our Dynamic Earth
If the weather isn't looking great, then another sure-fire hit is Dynamic
Earth, which is a Tyrannosaurus-hop from the new Scottish Parliament.
The whole family will take a journey through Earth's history from the
dawn of time, with plenty of interactive fun to keep the kids well-and-truly
happy.
8. Camera Obscura
View the city from a different angle with the Camera Obscura Show, where
you'll see live moving images of Edinburgh projected onto a viewing table
through a giant periscope. Fantastic views of Edinburgh, and three galleries
packed full of optical experiences will keep you entertained.
9. The Scotch Whisky Experience
Take a swirling, bubbling barrel ride through a replica distillery as
you become part of the whisky making process, with expert tour guides
and whisky advisors on hand to help you discover new aromas and flavours
leading you to your perfect Single Malt Whisky.
10. Edinburgh Zoo
Meet over 1000 different animals in this beautiful parkland setting on
the outskirts of Edinburgh. Exciting attractions, daily events and activities
are scheduled throughout the year. The Penguin Parade is a particular
favourite amongst visitors.
Activities in Edinburgh
Make the most of your weekend break in Edinburgh and fit in a few activities
whilst you're here. With such a wide choice, we've selected a few of our
favourites to help you on your way.
Golf Breaks
You're in Scotland, so it only seems fair to mention something about an
obscure national game that's played with clubs and little dimpled balls.
As any Scot will tell you, the game was born here - which means you'll
find an almost bewildering selection of very fine courses within easy
reach of central Edinburgh (including some excellent municipal ones).
Cycling Breaks
If fairways and greens aren't your thing, then how about a cycling break
in Edinburgh? Fancy a ride in the Pentland Hills? There are excellent
cycle paths, and the route starts on the Union Canal. A perfect way to
spend a Sunday afternoon.
Walking Breaks
From a gentle amble round the old cobbled streets of the Royal Mile, to
a trek up Arthurs Seat, Edinburgh has many routes to satisfy your walking
boots. For the perfect walking break, you really can't beat Edinburgh.
Climbing Breaks
For the adventurous, why not try scaling the walls of Alien Rock, a rock
climbing wall in Newhaven. Or how about the "world's largest indoor
climbing arena", the Edinburgh International Climbing Arena at Ratho.
With top roping and lead walls, competition wall, bouldering room, gym,
studio, spa and children's soft play, it's a climbers paradise.
Surfing Holidays
Pease Bay, a mere 40 minute drive away from Edinburgh offers great surfing
conditions all year round.
Skiing / Snowboarding
For those who like the temperature a little lower, why not try the slopes
of Midlothian Snowsports Centre, Hillend. Catering for the whole family,
it has challenging slopes for all boarders and skiers.
Clay Pigeon Shooting
Fancy a real challenge? Why not try your hand at clay pigeon shooting
in and around Edinburgh? Cluny Clays and Scottish Clay Shoot offer great
packages for individuals and groups, the perfect alternative day out.
Fishing Breaks
For those happiest relaxing by a river, Edinburgh has many superb fishing
lochs nearby. Ideal for trout and salmon fishing, the Pentland and Moorfoot
hills provide fantastic pools full of 'bait-hungry' fish.
Nae Limits
Finally, Nae Limits is for adrenaline junkies of a different persuasion
– think white water rafting, kayaks, freefall abseil and anything
else with an “aaaarrggghhh” in the title.
Shopping Trips to Edinburgh
With names like Louis Vuitton, Emporio Armani, Harvey Nichols, and Jenners,
plus a variety of shopping malls, Edinburgh has more than enough to keep
even the most ardent of shopaholics happy.
Whether you're searching for that perfect pair of heels, the elusive dress that hangs perfectly, or a handbag to die for, Edinburgh is sure to deliver. Although Princes Street is the obvious destination, George Street and St Andrews Square are where the real carrier-bag action is to be found.
Jenners Edinburgh
Princes Street is home to one of Britain's oldest department stores, Jenners.
With over 100 departments offering a variety of high quality goods, Jenners
has been trading since 1838 and is as much a part of Edinburgh as the
Castle itself. With a Royal Warrant, it enjoys continued success and definitely
deserves a visit.
Louis Vuitton Edinburgh
Shoes and bags a plenty are available at the stylish Louis Vuitton store
in St Andrews Square. Adjacent to the ever popular Harvey Nichols, the
Louis Vuitton store always proves popular with both locals and tourists
alike.
Emporio Armani Edinburgh
Italian designers Armani recently opened their doors to the Edinburgh
public, showcasing their range of luxurious fashion on the now famous
'Multrees Walk', home to many designer shops. The last word in Italian
style, available all year round.
Harvey Nichols Edinburgh
For the fashion conscious, Harvey Nichols houses many top designers, as
well as an abundance of shoes, cosmetics, luxury food and a fourth floor
restaurant with superb views of the city. Shopaholics beware; it's a day
out in itself!
Sightseeing Tours in Edinburgh
Daunted by the sheer volume of sights to see in Edinburgh? Why not book
yourself on one of the many organised tours of Scotland's capital city
and ensure you don't miss a thing! The good news is, all the tours are
within walking distance of our three Edinburgh hotels.
Literary Tours in Edinburgh
For those with a passion for literature, Mercat Tours offers an enthralling
'Writers by the Mile' tour, telling the story of famous writers both old
and new, from Robert Burns to Ian Rankin.
DIRECTIONS
Getting there from the Information Centre:
The TIC is very near to the hotel, 50 metres away. You can either walk
the short distance or jump in a taxi for the 2-3 minute journey. If walking,
head up the main steps in front of the tourist information across the
plaza onto Princes Street and turn right.
Cross the road at the traffic lights and continue along Waterloo Place, and the hotel is on the left.
Getting There by Car:
Unfortunately we do not provide car parking facilities. However there
is on-street parking on Waterloo Place or NCP Greenside car park.
Getting There by Railway:
Waverley Station is very near to the hotel, 50 metres away. You can either
walk the short distance, or if you have a few bags, jump in a taxi for
the 2-3 minute journey.
If walking, head up the main steps out of Waverley station to Princes Street and turn right at the stairs. Cross the road at the traffic lights and continue along Waterloo Place, and the hotel is on the left.
Getting there by Aeroplane:
From Edinburgh Airport...
1. Head south on Eastfield Rd. Go through 1 roundabout.
2. Slight left to merge onto A8/Glasgow Rd. Continue to follow A8. Go
through 1 roundabout until you get to Haymarket.
3. Turn right at Torphichen St.
4. Turn left at B700/Morrison St & continue on this road, becoming
Bread St.
5. Continue straight on, on W Port down to the famous Grassmarket area.
6. Turn right at Cowgatehead.
7. Continue on Cowgate for short while then;
8. Turn left onto Blair St.
9. Turn right at Hunter Square.
10. Turn left at A7/South Bridge and follow down to North Bridge (A7)
11. At the end of North Bridge, turn right at the A1/A8/Waterloo Pl junction.
12. Continue to follow A1 and the Apex Waterloo Place hotel is on your
left.
Email Apex Waterloo Place Hotel enquiries & reservations: bookscotland@madbookings.com
