Apex Waterloo Place Hotel 23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh EH1 3BG

"Loved this place. The location is just right in the middle of everything that you need: shopping, sightseeing, transport, dining-in, etc. The hotel itself is very very nice with spacious rooms, step-free access, and a pool and spa for your well-being. Food is top notch as well, their English Breakfast could be better but everything else was delicious. Finally, the staff: all smiles and very pleasant and courteous. Irene booked us in and she was very kind to recognise that we came from a long trip. Very much thankful to everyone who has catered to our needs. Hope to come back soon as Edinburgh is one of the cities we enjoyed our visit!"

"We just stayed for a 3 night visit to Edinburgh. Firstly, there is no red carpet nor plants outside the front door meaning we walked straight past it thinking it was a service door. We went to the second door where we could see the flags flying but this was not in use so we walked back. That aside, once we were inside, we were greeted with smiles and checked in fairly easily. Don’t be fooled by the online check in they send you by email. You still stand for 5 minutes signing things and giving your credit card details at reception even if you check in online first. Our room was spectacular for the money (around £130 per night) and everything in there was perfect. Room service and maids surpassed our expectations. The pool/sauna area was extremely clean and has towels, shampoo and conditioner plus hairdryers so you could shower in there fully without having to go back to your room. Lockers require a £1 coin which we didn’t realise. Bar service was great and very attentive. On check out, we were sheepishly going to ask reception to hold our bags for a few hours but they offered before we could ask. Very friendly staff, great room service and nothing was too much trouble for a hotel in a great location at good value."

"Lovely, welcoming staff. Room was amazing. Spacious, clean and had everything you would need for a short hotel stay. Dinner in hotel restaurant was very nice. Again, wonderful waiting staff. They made my birthday extra special with a tasty dessert treat that was unexpected. Location is excellent. Edinburgh Playhouse, St James Centre, Princess Street are only a few attractions a few minutes walk away. Overall, we've had a wonderful stay and would definitely return soon."

"Super friendly staff throughout our stay means I'd thoroughly recommend anyone to stay here. From a friendly welcome upon arrival, to the free upgrade upon check-in, to the bar staff in the evening, everyone was super helpful. The room was great, although overlooked, and the bathroom was massive. They gym is nice, if small, and the sauna and pool are a great addition. The location is perfect for the royal mile (tourist central) and has loads of great restaurants in the vicinity (of which the staff will be able to recommend). When we're next back in Edinburgh, this will definitely be our first choice."