Apex Waterloo Place Hotel  

In the heart of Edinburgh’s city centre, steps from Princes Street and a short walk to the Royal Mile. Waverley Station is nearby with easy airport-bus links, and landmarks like Edinburgh Castle, the Scott Monument and Holyrood Palace are minutes away.

Set in a landmark 1819 stone building with refreshed interiors after a 2009 renovation. The hotel offers 184 air-conditioned, non-smoking rooms with pillowtop beds, LED TVs, mini-fridges, tea/coffee makers and work desks.

Full spa with massages, body treatments and facials, plus an indoor pool, sauna, steam room and a fitness centre—perfect for wake-up swims or post-walk soaks. Concierge service, 24-hour room service, a bar/lounge and parking (extra charge) are on site, with full breakfasts available weekdays and weekends for a fee.

Conference space, meeting rooms and a business centre support events and corporate stays. Complimentary Wi‑Fi, express check-in and express check-out keep business travel efficient.

An on-site brasserie serves local flavours for lunch and dinner and there's a lively hotel bar for evening drinks. Full breakfasts are offered (weekday and weekend times vary) and 24-hour room service is available.