Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Hotel Description
The Georgian features of the Apex Waterloo Place building make it both a timeless and elegant hotel. Built in 1819, it’s the first purpose-built hotel in Edinburgh and although the contemporary furnishings now reflect the modern traveller, its character is still one of the most distinguishing features. At the east end of Princes Street, this hotel stands in the desirable New Town location just moments from Calton Hill, George Street and Waverley Train Station making it central and convenient. But the central location is just the beginning. A warm and friendly welcome is guaranteed from a team who are genuinely interested in your stay and ready to ensure it’s personalised to your needs. From the comfortable and well-equipped bedrooms to the stylish restaurant and bar, the hotel goes beyond the basics of a city centre base. The swimming pool and gym are complimentary and treatments by PURE Spa & Beauty can be added to enhance a relaxing stay. For business, the conference and meeting rooms in the hotel provide hubs to meet, eat and relax in the city centre.
Rooms
A 19 sqm City Room is warm, inviting and full of amenities to make your stay enjoyable. The 42" LCD TV with digital channels and free Wi-Fi also ensure you'll be kept entertained throughout your stay. A good night's sleep is essential, so a large king-size bed provides comfort and space to make sure you wake up feeling refreshed. Amenities include a bath and/or walking in shower with Elemis toiletries, a fridge and a safe. All rooms also include a phone (local calls are free of charge), free still & sparkling water, tea & coffee making facilities, a hairdryer, an iron & ironing board and a flexible vanity area and desk.
Dining
With its corniced ceilings, Georgian windows and fireplace, Elliot's Bar & Restaurant seamlessly blends its building's rich history with contemporary design details. The plates prepared by the culinary team mirror the physical space, mixing traditional Scottish dishes with innovative, globally inspired bursts of flavour. Elliot's utilises locally sourced and season-specific ingredients to craft healthy breakfast, light lunch, hearty pre-theatre fare and a stellar a la carte dinner menu. The restaurant's food complements an array of wines, spirits and hand-picked cocktails - and coffee. Private dining is available in a refined setting at Elliot's Bar & Restaurant.
Served in the Georgian surroundings of Elliot’s Restaurant and full of selection, an Apex breakfast is the ultimate way to kick start your day. Service starts early so you can choose from an early morning boost or a lazy brunch after a lie in in our cosy beds. Treat yourself to a freshly cooked Great British Breakfast or indulge in the wide selection of continental items like freshly baked croissants, breads, cereals or yogurts. You can help yourself to our continental buffet selection at your own pace, order from the cooked menu and relax with unlimited tea, coffee and juices throughout. Breakfast is served from 07.00 - 10.00 (Monday - Friday) and 07.30 - 11.00 (Saturday - Sunday).
Leisure
This spa in Edinburgh City Centre provides a peaceful retreat. Here you’ll find the perfect relaxation zone and you can book a range of treatments with PURE Spa & Beauty. The spa facilities are complimentary to all hotel guests. Fitness and wellness features at our Edinburgh hotel with a pool include the Ozone pool, steam room, sauna and Technogym™ fitness studio with treadmills, elliptical trainers and free weights.
In addition to the pool, sauna and fitness centre, Elemis treatments are also available with PURE Spa & Beauty. PURE Spa & Beauty features three tranquil treatment rooms, including a couples’ room, and a relaxation area. Elemis treatments include spa massage therapies, Elemis facials tailored to your skin type, full or half day spa packages, couples relaxation therapies and Shellac nails.
Location
Edinburgh City Centre is surrounded by vibrant greenery - the Princes Street Gardens - and an architectural gem in Edinburgh Castle. On either side of the divide sit New Town and Old Town, two distinct districts with their own identities, histories, and attractions. Apex Waterloo Place sits on the New Town side of the Edinburgh divide - but just barely. The hotel is just around the corner from the Edinburgh Playhouse and just up the street from Princes Street's best shopping, but it's also just a short walk across North Bridge from the centuries-old architecture and world-class museums and churches of Old Town.
Directions
By Plane: Edinburgh Airport is the closest airport if you’re travelling to Edinburgh by plane. To get into the city, catch the frequent Airlink 100 bus opposite domestic arrivals and get off on Princes Street. Continue East along Princes Street, passing the Scott Monument on your right until you meet Waterloo Place. The hotel flags can be seen on your left. Alternatively, you could catch a taxi directly to the hotel from the airport for around £20.
By Car: Please note: From 3 September 2017 there will be ongoing works to Leith Street for approximately 10 months. The road will be closed for this period and will affect guests arriving by car to the hotel, diversions will be in place. The road will remain open to pedestrians. The M8 Eastbound will bring you to the outskirts of Edinburgh at Hermiston Gait.
If you're travelling from the South, head for the city bypass toward Hermiston Gait. Take the A71, following signs for the city centre. Take the Western Approach then Queen Street then York Place before following diversion signs around Calton Hill to Regent Street. The hotel does not have a car park but the Q-Park at Omni Centre offers multi-storey parking. You can get a 15% discount voucher from reception and parking costs around £16.30 for 24 hours with the discount applied. During Leith Street road closure, follow diversion signs for entry to the car park via London Road.
By Train: Waverley Train Station is just a few minutes’ walk from the hotel. Exit the station at the Calton Road exit and turn left onto Calton Road. Continue to walk under the bridge and on your right you’ll see a black door and an Apex Hotels sign. Push the button for reception to enter and you’ll be on level 0 of the hotel. Follow the internal signs to the lift which allow you to go up to reception on level 5. Alternatively, exit onto Princes Street, take a right and head on to Waterloo Place where you’ll see Calton Hill monuments up ahead. The hotel is on your left.
By Bus: Take a bus to the city centre and get off at Princes Street. Head East toward Calton Hill past the Scott Monument and Waverley train station and you’ll meet Waterloo Place where the hotel is on your left.
Alternatively, Edinburgh bus station is just a five minute walk from the hotel. Exit onto Elder Street and follow the path until you meet Princes Street. Take a left and continue to Waterloo Place.
By Tram: Edinburgh Trams are frequent and offer a convenient way to travel in and out of the city. The route runs from Edinburgh Airport to York Place. You can get off at York Place take a right onto Leith Street (open to pedestrians during road works) and a left onto Waterloo Place where you’ll find the hotel on your left. St Andrew Square stop is also a five minute walk from the hotel. Head toward Princes Street, turn left and head toward Calton Hill. The hotel is on your left on Waterloo Place. Don’t forget to buy your ticket before you board the tram.