Edinburgh Vacations

Boutique yet luxury hotel located on Edinburgh’s famous Princes StreetThe Waterloo Hotel was built in 1819. The hotel was the first purpose-built, large-scale hotel in Edinburgh. Now called the Apex Waterloo Place Hotel it combines the traditional features of this historic building with contemporary style. The Apex Waterloo boasts 187 stylish bedrooms, Elliot’s bar and restaurant, five function rooms, and Yu Spa facilities including pool, sauna, steam room, and a fully equipped gym. The hotel is non-smoking throughout. HighlightsCentral location for easy access to all visitor attractions and tourist spotsFree high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the hotelOn-site restaurantConference centerTraditional afternoon tea served daily RoomsApex Edinburgh Waterloo Place has 187 contemporary styled bedrooms, each decorated with limited edition artwork. All rooms come with 42” LCD televisions, satellite channels, free high-speed Wi-Fi, broadband modem connections, and a king size bed. A fridge, coffee and tea making facilities, a desk and chair, and a safe also all come as standard. Seven types of rooms are available, from the standard city double to the duplex suite, which is split-level, spacious, and has excellent views of the city. The room also has a separate living area and kitchenette. Deluxe rooms and suites all come with BOSE surround-sound speaker systems. FeaturesOn-site bar and restaurant Elliot’s combines the traditional features of this historic building with contemporary design. The dining room has a great sense of style with an ornate corniced ceiling, original fireplaces, and expansive windows flooding the dining room with natural light. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and dishes have a modern Scottish theme. The restaurant is child friendly and children’s menus are available. Afternoon Tea is served between 2:30 p.m. and 5 p.m.Yu Spa leisure center is open daily and is not open to the general public. Facilities include sauna, relaxing pool, and state-of-the-art gym. TransportationEdinburgh Rail Station within walking distanceEdinburgh Airport (8.1 mi/13 km)Transfer bus from airport to city center Nearby attractionsPrinces Street Gardens (0.6 mi/0.96 km)Scottish Parliament (0.6 mi/0.96km)Greyfriars Kirkyard (0.7 mi/1.12 km)Edinburgh Castle (0.8 mi/1.28 km)National Museum of Scotland (0.8 mi/1.28 km) BusinessFree high-speed wireless Internet accessFive meeting venuesFree access to AV equipment in meeting roomsDedicated event planning teamEdinburgh International Conference Centre (1.2 mi/1.93 km)

Stylishly modern deluxe hotel in the heart of Edinburgh’s GrassmarketThe Apex City hotel is found in the center of Edinburgh’s fashionable Grassmarket district. The hotel features 119 stylish bedrooms, AA rosette winning Agua Restaurant, private dining, meeting, and event venues. Guests can relax and find solitude in one of the hotel’s library areas. Free wireless Internet and telephone access are available throughout. HighlightsLocated in Edinburgh’s historic yet fashionable GrassmarketAward winning seafood restaurantExcellent meeting and business facilitiesChildren under 12 stay and eat free when sharing a room with two adults RoomsApex City has 119 bedrooms to choose from, all of which are non-smoking. Six different sizes of rooms are available, including city queen, city family room, and master suite. All rooms come with a bath and/or walk-in power shower, 42” LCD screen televisions with satellite channels, free wireless Internet, and free local calls. Tea and coffee making facilities are available in all rooms. Family rooms include one double bed and one sofa bed. The suite is equipped with a fridge, safe, and surround sound, as well as having an exceptional view of the castle. FeaturesAgua Restaurant, located in the hotel, is one of the best seafood restaurants in Edinburgh. It has won an AA rosette for its cuisine, which features plenty of locally sourced fish and seafood. The restaurant offers traditional meals for those who do not like fish. Vegetarian choices are also offered on the menu. Food is served from the a la carte menu at dinner and lunch. A bar menu of lighter meals, sandwiches, burgers, and snacks is available from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m. The restaurant is open for breakfast to guests only and is open to the public from 12 p.m. every day. TransportationEdinburgh Rail Station (4 minutes by taxi)Edinburgh Airport (7.6 mi/12.3 km) Transfer bus from airport to city center Nearby attractionsEdinburgh Castle (0.2 mi/0.3 km)Greyfriars Kirkyard (0.4 mi/0.64 km)Princes Street Gardens (0.5 mi/0.8 km)Scottish Parliament (1.1 mi/1.77 km)Edinburgh Zoo (3 mi/4.82 km) BusinessFree, high-speed wireless Internet accessThree medium meeting spacesDedicated event planning teamFree AV equipmentEdinburgh International Conference Centre (0.8 mi/1.28 km)

Luxury hotel with rooftop garden steps from Princes StreetFive-star Glasshouse Hotel resides behind the façade of the 18th Century Lady Glenorchy church near Edinburgh's Princes Street and on top of the Omni retail center. Glasshouse features a lavender-scented roof garden, acres of patios, shady verandas, and outstanding views across Edinburgh. The mixture of Deluxe and Executive rooms, and Studio and Deluxe suites offer guests luxurious accommodations with five-star service, including Egyptian cotton bed linens. Guests access free Wi-Fi in the bedrooms, public areas, and function rooms. Highlights Voted one of the 50 hottest hotels in the world by Condé Nast TravelerClose to Edinburgh's business and leisure attractionsRoof garden and patiosFree Wi-Fi and high-speed Internet access Wide selection of rooms and suites Rooms The 65 rooms include 20 suites, two Deluxe suites, and six Executive rooms. One of the Deluxe suites features a Jacuzzi and sauna, and the other offers stunning views across Edinburgh to the Firth of Forth. Complimentary services include personalized business cards, shoeshine, mineral water delivered on bed turndown, Highland Aromatics toiletries, bathrobe and slippers, Wi-Fi and high-speed Internet access in rooms and public areas, laptop-size in-room safe, and a daily newspaper. Features Glasshouse Hotel, situated at the foot of Calton Hill, not far from Arthur's Seat, offers a selection of bars, clubs, and restaurants. Guests enjoy easy access to Edinburgh's main shopping area and cultural, business, and governmental centers. Guests also enjoy breakfast and Tapas-style snacks on-site, as well as 24-hour room service, including three-course meal menus. Transportation Edinburgh Waverly Rail Station (0.4 mi/0.6 km)Edinburgh Airport (8.4 mi/13.4 km) Nearby attractionsEdinburgh Castle (0.6 mi/1.0 km)Old Town (0.7 mi/1.1 km)Princes Street (0.7 mi/1.1 km)New Town (0.8 mi/1.3 km)Scottish Parliament (0.8 mi/1.4 km)Festival Theatre (0.8 mi/1.1 km)Our Dynamic Earth (0.9 mi/1.5 km)Edinburgh University (1.1 mi/1.8 km) Business Wireless Internet accessFive meeting rooms and two syndicate rooms, conference and event suites Calton Suite Rooftop Terrace MarqueeBusiness and Financial district (1.1 mi/1.8 km)Edinburgh International Conference Centre (1.4 mi/2.2 km) Policies and feesThere will be renovations from 4 March to 25 May. Some units and facilities will not be accessible during this time. For full details, please contact the hotel.

Historic hotel close to rail station and Edinburgh attractions Royal British Hotel, on world famous Princes Street, meets the needs of both business and leisure visitors. The hotel, located less than 400 yards from Waverley Station, offers convenient access to many of the city's most famous attractions, including Edinburgh Castle, the Galleries, the Festival Hall, and the Old and New Towns. Guests choose from 72 bedrooms on five floors, as well as five executive rooms and six suites. Glendale Restaurant and Bar, situated on the first floor, affords views of Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street. Highlights Close to business and tourist districtsChoice of formal or informal diningFree Wi-Fi access in public areasExecutive rooms and suites available Rooms Royal British Hotel offers 72 bedrooms on five floors, including 61 standard rooms (17 single, 28 twin, six double, one quad, and nine triple rooms). Five executive rooms, six suites, and several smoking rooms are also available. Amenities include 24-hour room service, same-day laundry service, and free wireless Internet access. Most rooms offer excellent views over downtown Edinburgh. Features Princes Street Coffee House offers premium coffee and a wide selection of Paninis, sandwiches, pastries, and ice cream in contemporary surroundings on the ground floor. The stylish Glendale Restaurant and Bar, situated on the first floor, serves breakfast (from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.), lunch, and dinner. Heidi's Pantry offers snacks, high teas, bar lunches, and suppers at any time of day. Business travelers make use of four conference rooms and a variety of syndicate rooms. Transportation Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station (0.2 mi/0.3 km)Edinburgh Airport (8.1 mi/13 km) Nearby attractions Royal Mile (0.3 mi/0.5 km)Old Town (0.4 mi/0.6 km)Edinburgh Castle (0.6 mi/1 km)National Museum of Scotland (0.6 mi/1 km)Scottish Parliament (0.7 mi/1.1 km)Usher Hall (0.8 mi/1.3 km)Arthur's Seat (1.7 mi/2.7 km)Edinburgh Zoo (3.2 mi/5.1 km) Business Four conference rooms accommodate 350 peopleWireless Internet access in public areasEdinburgh International Conference Centre (1.0 mi/1.6 km)Business and financial district (0.8 mi/1.4 km)

Stylish hotel within easy commute of Edinburgh city center The Edinburgh Marriott is an ideal location for leisure travelers on Edinburgh weekend breaks and business travelers. This stylish hotel is a five-minute drive from Edinburgh International Airport and 15 minutes from the city center. The hotel is ideally located for events such as the Royal Highland Show and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Edinburgh's historic sites are convenient via local bus service to the city center, which runs regularly from the hotel. Highlights Close to the airportEasy commute to top tourist attractionsLeisure facilities on siteCoffee house and restaurant on site Rooms All rooms have LCD televisions with cable channels, complimentary tea- and coffee-making equipment, and en-suite bathrooms. High-speed wireless Internet and 24-hour room service are available. All rooms except four are non-smoking. Handicapped accessible rooms are available. Features The Source Grill Restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner, serving fresh regional produce and signature steak dishes. Chat's Café Bar is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, serving cocktails and beverages as well as light meals.   Guests can use the on-site swimming pool, sauna, steam room, and Jacuzzi, as well as cardiovascular and weight-training equipment. Transportation Edinburgh Airport (2.8 mi/4.5 km)Edinburgh South Gyle station nearbyBuses between hotel and city center Nearby attractions St. Giles Cathedral (5.1mi/8.2 km)Edinburgh Castle (5.3 mi/8.5 km)Princes Street Gardens(5.7 mi/9.2 km)Holyrood Palace (5.8 mi/9.3 km)Edinburgh Zoo (1.7 mi/2.7 km) Business Four meeting roomsFull-service business centerAV equipment availableCatering for meetings availableHigh-speed Internet