Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

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Dates

August 2025

September 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Housekeeping
24/7 front desk
Laundry
Free WiFi

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61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HJ

Grassmarket
‪1 min walk‬
University of Edinburgh
‪4 min walk‬
Edinburgh Castle
‪5 min walk‬
Edinburgh (EDI)
‪18 min drive‬

Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.

Expect exceptional service
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Room options

Family Room

Wonderful

24 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

City Plus Double Room

Exceptional

24 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

City Double Room Single Use

24 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

City Plus Twin Room

Very good

24 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Castle View Twin Room

Exceptional

Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Castle View Double Room

Exceptional

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

City Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Very good

24 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

City Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Excellent

24 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Castle View Suite

Exceptional

43 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

About this property

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh with a 24-hour front desk

Along with self parking, this smoke-free hotel has concierge services and dry cleaning. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour front desk, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance.

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel offers 122 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Edinburgh Castle. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus breakfast (surcharge) and dry cleaning service.

Free WiFi
Full breakfast served daily for a fee
Self parking available for a fee
Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
Guests really like the accommodations for the overall comfort, cleanliness, and spaciousness
Steps from Grassmarket and 6 minutes by foot from Edinburgh Castle

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces. The eco-certified Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel also features dry cleaning/laundry services, express check-out, and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property

This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site (GBP 20 per night)
Limited on-site parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 18.50 to 18.50 per person

Things to do

Indoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

Access to nearby indoor pool
Free cot

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Grab bar near toilet
Lift
Low-height counter and sink
Raised toilet seat
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

4 floors
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups
Smoke-free property
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free cot
Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided

Entertainment

LED TV

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water

Desk
Desk chair
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
LED lighting
Phone
Portable fan
Safe
Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Guests traveling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18.50 to 18.50 for adults, and GBP 0 to 18.50 for children
Self parking fee: GBP 20 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 11 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Joohan

Travelled with family

16 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent Hotel

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas, Knoxville

Travelled with family

16 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very great location near Edinburgh Castle and royal mile. Dining right outside the front doors. Very clean room. Excellent bathroom. Loved the water available on draft for the floor. Eco friendly and excellent taste. I miss that water. Staff was wonderful.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Morna

15 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

I liked the Grassmarket location because we were able to visit 3 of the pubs on my list simply by crossing the street.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Travelled with family

15 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff was very helpful during my stay

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Travelled with family

15 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We loved our room! It was centrally located and a hop, skip, and a jump from everything!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Celestial, Hockessin

Travelled with group

15 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

The location in the Grassmarket is very good because there are many restaurants, pubs, shopping and Edinburgh Castle close by. However, the steep and cobbled streets and many stairs of Edinburgh are quite challenging and more for those with no mobility issues. But that is the whole city it seems. Edinburgh is not handicap friendly. The hotel has no frills and makes no attempt at it, a 3-star business property. I had the king room with Castle view room. No bellhop to help with luggage. Size of the room is small. Gets a bit noisy being in the Grassmarket but quiets down at night. The front desk staff were all efficient. The breakfast restaurant is very good and the wait staff are excellent. Plenty of breakfast selections. Hotel prices are expensive all over Edinburgh. My overall stay is OK, the long and short of it.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Hannah

13 May 2025

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Caitlin

13 May 2025

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Annelie

Travelled with family

13 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

12 May 2025

Lovely Hotel

Lovely hotel and very clean. Excellent location.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz, Levittown

12 May 2025

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with group

11 May 2025

Liked: Amenities

Great location. Staff friendly and helpful

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

11 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unbeatable location!

Beds were very comfortable. Hotel was clean and quiet at night. Friendly staff. The location is unbeatable, if you want to stay where all the action is. Every attraction is within walking distance, with a plethora of cafes, and restaurants right at your doorstep.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Kannapolis

10 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Meghana

Travelled with partner

9 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

It was a great place in the city centre. Close to all the prime tourist spots and definitely recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Travelled with family

8 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I felt all the staff were genuinely pleasant and helpful.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

lilleah

8 May 2025

Lovely staff, extremely helpful in all our questions.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

7 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel, perfect location

Great stay at this hotel. The location can’t be beat with the Edinburgh Castle right outside the windows in the front of the building, and the Grassmarket right outside. The hotel staff were lovely and answered all our questions. The room was comfortable and we very much appreciated the fan as there was no air conditioning (probably not normally needed but it was a very sunny day when we were there and the room got a bit toasty!)