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)

Deluxe four-star hotel in one of Edinburgh’s trendiest districtsThe Apex International Hotel is located in the heart of Edinburgh’s Grassmarket, with 169 stunning luxury rooms, two restaurants (including Heights with two AA rosettes and fantastic views of Edinburgh Castle), private dining, extensive conference and event venues, and luxurious leisure facilities including pool and gym. Free wireless Internet and telephone access are available so guests can stay connected. HighlightsLocated in Edinburgh’s historic yet fashionable GrassmarketLuxury rooftop restaurant with spectacular views of Edinburgh CastleRelaxed bar and brasserieExcellent meeting and business facilitiesChildren under 12 stay and eat free when sharing a room with two adults RoomsThe Apex International has 169 rooms to choose from, all of which are non-smoking. Five different styles of rooms are available, from standard city queen to deluxe king. All rooms come with at least one queen sized bed, a desk and chair, a bath and/or walk-in power shower, and are decorated with limited edition art. 42” LCD screen televisions come as standard with satellite channels. Deluxe rooms also include a balcony with views of the castle, a fridge, and a safe. Room service is available 24 hours a day. FeaturesThe hotel has two dining venues, Heights Restaurant and Metro Bar & Brasserie. Heights has an outstanding view of the Castle, balcony access, and two AA rosettes. Breakfast is served seven days a week and dinner is served Thursday-Saturday. Metro is open for lunch and dinner, Monday-Sunday. A traditional Sunday roast is served every week. The restaurants can be hired for private dining, or guests can hire one of the six other private dining venues. Yu Time leisure and fitness zone offers a state-of-the-art gym, tropicarium, and stainless steel pool. Yu Time is only available to guests and is open daily. Free, high-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. TransportationEdinburgh Rail Station (4 minutes by taxi)Edinburgh Airport (7.6 mi/12.2 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)Edinburgh Old Town (0.4 mi/0.64 km)Princes Street Gardens (0.5 mi/0.8 km) BusinessFree, high-speed wireless Internet accessSeven meeting venuesDedicated event planning teamFree AV equipmentEdinburgh International Conference Centre (0.8 mi/1.28 km)

Located in Edinburgh's Old Town, these modern 4 star apartments are the perfect stylish and convenient choice for your visit to Edinburgh. Well situated for Edinburgh University, Surgeons Hall and the Old Town. You are only 10 minutes walk from the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. The apartments are fully equipped and include a TV, DVD Player, oven and stove top, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine with dryer. PLEASE NOTE: Check in is at our office at 1 Byres Close, 375 High Street, just beside the retail shop Marchbrae, to collect the keys to your apartment. If you are arriving after 8pm, please contact us for late Check-in instructions. WE ASK YOU PLEASE CHECK THE APARTMENTS DESCRIPTIONS FOR THE EXACT ADDRESS OF EACH APARTMENT.

Historic Edinburgh hotel within a mile of five golf courses The Best Western Edinburgh Braid Hills Hotel overlooks Edinburgh and the Firth of Forth from an elevated position in the famously genteel Morningside district. The Braid Hills is one of Edinburgh's best-known hotels, with a history stretching back to the 19th century. The quiet location is just 2.5 miles (4 km) from the city center. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, ample free parking, bus service, and a warm welcome. HighlightsFive golf facilities within one mile (1.6 km)Two restaurants and barsFree Wi-Fi Free parking Rooms The Best Western Braid Hills Hotel has 67 rooms, including family rooms and the spacious, four-poster queen room. All rooms have television, free Wi-Fi, tea- and coffee-making equipment, a welcome tray, and bottled mineral water. Private bathrooms are standard, featuring toiletries and a built-in television/radio speaker. Hairdryer and iron with ironing board are available on request. The family room and four-poster queen room enjoy views over Braidburn Valley Park. Full Scottish breakfast included. Features The spacious Allermuir restaurant, with large windows and a panoramic view over Braidburn Valley Park and the city, offers a varied table d'hote menu featuring a number of uniquely Scottish dishes. The wine list includes both excellent vintages and more modest bottles at sensible prices. The Buckstone Bistro, on the hotel grounds and overlooking the city, is an attractive location to enjoy sensibly priced lighter meals. Families and children of all ages are welcome. The Buckstone Bistro has an inviting bar area. Another cocktail bar is adjacent to the Allermuir restaurant.   Mortonhall Golf Club and Braid Hills Golf Centre are the closest of no less than five golf facilities within a mile of the hotel. The hotel caters meetings, conferences, and events of up to 100, theater-style. TransportationEdinburgh Rail Station (3.4 mi/5.4 km)Edinburgh Airport (8.6 mi/13.8 km) Nearby attractionsUniversity of Edinburgh (2.1 mi/3.4 km)Edinburgh Castle (3.0 mi/4.8 km)Princes Street (3.4 mi/5.4 km)Royal Botanic Gardens (4.6 mi/7.4 km)Royal Yacht Britannia (5.8 mi/9.3 km) BusinessTwo meeting rooms accommodate up to 28 or 100 Free Wi-FiEdinburgh International Conference Centre (2.5 mi/4.0 km)

In the heart of Edinburgh this stylish 4 star hotel is two minutes walk to trendy George Street shops, where celebrity spotting is a probability, and moments too from the bustling Princes Street and all its grandeur. This beautiful hotel that has guests raving consists of four listed town houses, which feature stunning rooms reflective of the history and beauty of the building.