This conference and business hotel is situated on Waterloo Place, which is an extension of Princes Street, Edinburgh's famous shopping street. All of Edinburgh's major tourist attractions, including Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile and Holyrood Palace, are within walking distance of the accommodation. The central train station is only 2 minutes away and a public bus stop is located just outside the hotel. Guests will find a range of restaurants, shops, bars, pubs and nightlife spots in the hotel's immediate vicinity and the Scottish Parliament and the Botanical Gardens can both be reached within 30 minutes on foot. The beach is 5 km away at Portobello and Edinburgh Airport is 16 km from the hotel.
This family-friendly city hotel is set in a building which originally played home to Edinburgh's first large-scale hotel, opened in 1819. After years of being utilised for different purposes, the building was recently returned to its former glory, with many original fireplaces and pillars still in place. The hotel is, therefore, a traditional property with a contemporary twist in the decor. The establishment is fully air-conditioned and comprises a total of 187 guest rooms spread across 10 floors. Guests are welcomed into a lobby with 24-hour reception and check-out service, hotel safe and cloakroom. On-site facilities include lift access, a bar and a restaurant, conference facilities and WLAN Internet access. 24-hour room service and a laundry service are available.
Check in: 14h. Check out: 12h.
General Description:
Close proximity to shopping district, 4 star accommodations, Contemporary style and decor.
Location:
Located in the heart of of the capital, Centrally located minutes from Waverley Station.
Recreation:
Outdoor swimming pool, Fully equipped fitness center.
Restaurants & Lounges:
Full service bar/lounge, Onsite restaurant.
Services:
24 hour room service, Concierge services, Valet dry cleaning and laundry services.
Meeting Facilities:
Event facilities.
Accommodation:
187 guestrooms, 5 floors, 4 star accommodations.
Parking:
Parking available for nominal fee
Built in 1819, the Waterloo Hotel was the first purpose-built large scale hotel in Edinburgh and is located moments from Waverley train station and the citys main shopping district. Advertised in 1819 as an establishment where strangers could see the manners of the people and mix with the society of the place" the new hotel combines the traditional features of this historic building with the contemporary style that Apex Hotels have become well known for. This luxurious four-star hotel boasts an indoor swimming pool, gym, sauna and steam room, while the hotels lounge bar and restaurant overlooking Waterloo Place combines contemporary finishes with original features to offer a relaxed dining experience. The 187 rooms are furnished in a contemporary style and 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.
Opened in March 16th 2009
Rates shown are per room per night.
