Apex Grassmarket Hotel

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

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Location
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Popular amenities

Bar
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31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HS

Grassmarket
‪1 min walk‬
Edinburgh Castle
‪3 min walk‬
Princes Street
‪9 min walk‬
Edinburgh (EDI)
‪18 min drive‬

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

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Room options

Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony

Exceptional

28 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

City Twin Room

Wonderful

24 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Queen Beds

City Double Room

Wonderful

21 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Castle View Superior Room

Wonderful

24 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

Wonderful

24 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi
Breakfast available
Parking available
Laundry

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

About this property

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Eco-certified hotel with a fitness center and a sauna

Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a sauna are onsite.

Apex Grassmarket Hotel offers 169 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Apex Grassmarket Hotel's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Edinburgh Castle. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, plus an indoor pool and a restaurant.

Free WiFi
Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
Self parking available for a fee
Take a swim in the indoor pool
Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
Onsite recreation includes a gym and a sauna
Guests really like the accommodations for the comfy beds, cleanliness, and overall comfort
Steps from Grassmarket and 6 minutes by foot from Edinburgh Castle

Apex Grassmarket Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and 7 meeting rooms are available. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the eco-certified Apex Grassmarket Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Metro Bar & Brasserie - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

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; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 19.50 to 19.50 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

Metro Bar & Brasserie

Things to do

Gym
Indoor pool
Sauna

Family friendly

Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

7 meeting rooms
Business centre
Computer station

Outdoors

Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
Front entrance ramp
Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking

1 building
5 floors
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Banquet hall
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
Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

42-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

24-hour room service
Electric kettle

Desk
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Heating
Iron/ironing board
LED lighting
Safe
Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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, but service animals are welcome

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.

Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 19.50 to 19.50 for adults, and GBP 0 to 17.5 for children
Self parking fee: GBP 20 per night (in/out privileges)
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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

Guests arriving after 11 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
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.

Property is also known as

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Apex International Edinburgh

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Apex Grassmarket Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Artem

Travelled with family

23 Mar 2025

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

Amazing location, for a few day trip or a long stay!

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with partner

23 Mar 2025

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

Excellent access into the old town and staff friendly and efficient

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

22 Mar 2025

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

Excellent

Had a wonderful stay. Extremely friendly and helpful check in. Lovely room with a fantastic view of the Castle. Really good evening meal and breakfast in the morning. Can’t wait to return for a longer stay.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Travelled with family

21 Mar 2025

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

Amazing staff had a wonderful time

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

21 Mar 2025

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with partner

21 Mar 2025

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

Staff were very friendly and the hotel and room were spotless

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tahme

21 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great choice

Loved the fact that there were at least six pubs across the courtyard from this hotel. It was wonderful to come back after a busy day to this very updated hotel in a quiet area and have so many great pubs right across the street.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Travelled with family

21 Mar 2025

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

The Apex Grassmarket was the perfect place to take my 28 yo daughter, it was in the heart of what we wanted to see and do. Staff are amazing, the conversations felt genuine and friendly. Had fish/chips, couple steaks, tacos, pizzas and Mac n cheese. It was all very tasty. Cool place, in the middle of a ton of pubs if you like a couple pints. Brett and Nicole Taylor Waterloo, Ontario,Canada🇨🇦

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

21 Mar 2025

Liked: Amenities

Great location, clean, and great service!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamid, Melbourne

20 Mar 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Hannah

20 Mar 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Travelled with partner

20 Mar 2025

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

We have stayed at this hotel on several occasions. I like it as it still has some of the small touches other hotels no longer have, biscuits to have with your tea and coffee and face cloths being a couple. There is a water station on each floor and a carafe in each room you can fill with water (which saves lots of plastic bottles). The hotel is in a great location for walking everywhere in Edinburgh, as long as your ok with hills. We would stay here more often but can be expensive at busy times, this was to attend a birthday meal with a friend mid week in March and got a great rate. Secure car park behind the hotel £20 a night (beware can be full and not spaces if its really busy). Comfy room, lovely view and great experience.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveller

19 Mar 2025

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

Best castle view

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with group

19 Mar 2025

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

A fantastic stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tristan

Travelled with family

19 Mar 2025

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

Was a great location to see the Old Town sights for the first time. Conversely, it was tough to sleep at night being in the thick of the busy weekend celebrations of six nations final day and then Paddy’s day.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

18 Mar 2025

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

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with group

18 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Very amazing experience there. Only thing that was an issue was the lockers didnt work for the steam room. Other then that very amazing staff, view and food

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Travelled with family

18 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great location

Hotel was in an amazing location, Grassmarket is quite the bustling little street. Breakfast was amazing and our server couldn’t have been nicer or more helpful. Front desk staff were hit or miss depending who you got, and the rooms were of average comfort and repair. Good stay overall, but nothing to write home about.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

18 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group

17 Mar 2025

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

The location of this spot CANNOT be beat, right on the Grassmarket Strip, and such a short walk from the Royal Mile. It's basically in the side yard of the castle! lol Maybe not the best locale for any who have walking issues and plan to go everywhere on foot. Service was very helpful, and room was clean, modern, and spacious.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Travelled with partner

17 Mar 2025

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This hotel was lovely, they gave us an upgrade because it was my birthday! We ended up with a balcony & a view of the castle! Our room did look like it had had a leak previously as there were some staining on the walls etc but it was clean & the tea / coffee etc was refilled every day! Parking was also super convenient although not a lot of spaces for such a big hotel!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Travelled with family

17 Mar 2025

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

Weekend getaway

Lovely weekend away with family, the hotel is perfect for exploring Edinburgh. The spa was a nice treat too. Breakfast was really good value for money.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025