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Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
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23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh EH1 3BG, United Kingdom
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Contemporary 4-star hotel in Edinburgh's city centre with modern meeting facilities and elegant Georgian architecture.
About This Venue
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel is a stylish 4-star hotel located in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre, perfectly positioned between Princes Street and the Royal Mile. The hotel combines elegant Georgian architecture with contemporary design, offering modern amenities and professional service. The venue features versatile meeting and event spaces suitable for conferences, corporate meetings, and private dining events. With its prime location overlooking Calton Hill and close to major attractions, the hotel provides convenient access to Edinburgh's business district and cultural highlights. The property offers well-equipped meeting rooms with natural daylight, state-of-the-art AV equipment, and dedicated event coordination services.
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Indicative Budget
£6,750–£12,750
Typical day-delegate event for ~150 guests
Capacity (max)
300
Typical attendees
150
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP
Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (150 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.
Capacity
300
Maximum Capacity
200
Theatre Style
300
Reception Style
Meeting Rooms
| Room Name | Area (m²) | Theatre | Boardroom | U-Shape | Classroom | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Boardroom | 25 | 20 | 12 | 15 | 16 | |
Private Dining Room | 45 | 40 | 20 | 25 | 30 |
2 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 40 people
Features & Amenities
✓Free WiFi
✓AV Equipment
✓Natural Daylight
✓Air Conditioning
✓24/7 Reception
✓Restaurant
✓Bar
✓Accessible Rooms
✓Business Centre
✓Concierge Service
📐 Space Specifications
450
Total Space (m²)
3.2m
Ceiling Height
✓
Licensed Venue
🍽️ Food & Catering
🍴Restaurant On-site
🍷Bar On-site
Dietary Options
VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal
🎤 AV Equipment
✓Built-in projectors
✓Screens
✓PA System
✓Wireless microphones
✓High-speed Wi-Fi
✓Flip charts
✓Lectern
✓Video conferencing facilities
🎯 Suitable For
📋Corporate Conferences
📋Business Meetings
📋Wedding Receptions
📋Training Seminars
📋Product Launches
📋Gala Dinners
📋Awards Ceremonies
♿ Accessibility
✓Wheelchair accessible✓Accessible parking✓Accessible meeting rooms✓Hearing loop available
Transport & Parking
🚆 Public Transport
Edinburgh Waverley Station 0.3 miles (5 min walk). Multiple bus routes on Princes Street 100m away. Edinburgh Airport 8 miles (30 min by taxi/bus). Haymarket Station 0.8 miles.
🅿️ Parking
Nearby parking available
No on-site parking. NCP Waverley car park 0.2 miles. Street parking available with restrictions. Valet parking service can be arranged.
Availability
📅 Booking Lead Time
7 days minimum notice
👥 Capacity by Setup
200
theatre
20
boardroom
120
classroom
80
u shape
150
cabaret
300
reception
180
dining
160
banquet
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 300 guests for dinner, 350 theatre style, 200 for conferences with breakout space
What AV equipment is available?
Professional AV equipment included with built-in systems, additional equipment available on request
Is catering available?
Full catering services from canapes to formal dining, dietary requirements accommodated
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking, public parking nearby on Waterloo Place and surrounding streets
Location & Contact
📍 Address
23-27 Waterloo Place
EH1 3BG, United Kingdom
🏷️ Categories
Meeting RoomsConference VenuePrivate Dining
Venue Location
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3BG
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the maximum capacity?
A: Up to 300 guests for dinner, 350 theatre style, 200 for conferences with breakout space
Q: What AV equipment is available?
A: Professional AV equipment included with built-in systems, additional equipment available on request
Q: Is catering available?
A: Full catering services from canapes to formal dining, dietary requirements accommodated
Q: Is there parking available?
A: Limited on-site parking, public parking nearby on Waterloo Place and surrounding streets
🎯 Things to Do Nearby
🏛️Museum
🏛️
Royal Scottish Academy Gallery
0.3 km (0.2 mi)
🏛️
Scottish National Portrait Gallery
0.4 km (0.2 mi)
🏰Historic Site
🏰
Edinburgh Castle Historic Fortress
0.8 km (0.5 mi)
🏰
Royal Mile Historic Street
0.5 km (0.3 mi)
🏰
Palace of Holyroodhouse Royal Residence
1.2 km (0.7 mi)
🏰
Arthur's Seat Ancient Volcano
1.5 km (0.9 mi)
🎭Theatre
🎭
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
0.6 km (0.4 mi)
🌳Gardens
🌳
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
2.1 km (1.3 mi)
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.
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