Apex Grassmarket Hotel

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May 2025

June 2025

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

Grassmarket
‪1 min walk‬
Edinburgh Castle
‪6 min walk‬
Princes Street
‪10 min walk‬
Edinburgh (EDI)
‪16 min drive‬

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Room options

Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony

28 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

City Twin Room

24 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Queen Beds

City Double Room

21 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Castle View Superior Room

24 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

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

21 May - 22 May

About this property

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 overall comfort, cleanliness, and comfy beds
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 17.50 to 17.50 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 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 17.50 to 17.50 for adults, and GBP 0 to 17.50 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

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 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

Lois, Mount Dora

Travelled with partner

4 Feb 2025

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

The staff was always helpful & ready with advice & guidance. Everyone we spoke with was professional & polite yet friendly. We felt at home.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

4 Feb 2025

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabor

Business traveller

3 Feb 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kalesh

3 Feb 2025

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

Apex Grassmarket hotel is ntohing short of exceptional. From my initial arrival to the very second before i left, i was treated with courtesy and hospitality. The hotel is located in a beautiful part of Edinburgh. The location gives you access to steps to the castle and is mere steps away from the Royal mile. Im not usually one to utilize hotel restaurants but metro was top tier- both its staff and quality of food. You will also find that its reasonably priced also. I stayed in the room with the balcony looking out to edinburgh castle, and it was a sight i never grew tired of waking up to. All in all, i highly recommend this hotel.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

1 Feb 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cris Jensen, Escondido

Business traveller

1 Feb 2025

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

Apex made my first time visit in Edinburgh a wonderful one. It was an excellent experience. It is nearby tourist destinations and endless dining options. The hotel itself offers various amenities. If only my itineraries allowed me to use them all. They also proactively asked needs that they may not have initially included in my room. The option to do it online makes it really convenient for me. I will definitely use their services again when I go back and visit Edinburgh again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

31 Jan 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

31 Jan 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

31 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

30 Jan 2025

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

Lovely hotel that is ideally situated in a lovely square with cafes and restaurants within easy reach of the main town. Good facilities and it is worth having a castle view room. Good choice at breakfast with lots of fresh fruit and hot choices. Staff are friendly and helpful and went above and beyond for my 60th Birthday stay especially Alistair on Reception. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay here again if visiting Edinburgh.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glynn

30 Jan 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicity

30 Jan 2025

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

Amazing. Loved it. Clean hotel with great food in the restaurant and in room. Great facilities

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Travelled with family

29 Jan 2025

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

Just an amazing stay with the most beautiful view of the castle. The staff was so polite and helpful and we adored our stay. The room was so spacious and clean. 10/10 would recommend and come again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

SEVDZHAN

Travelled with partner

27 Jan 2025

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

Was our second visit. We really enjoyed our stay. The room was clean and comfortable. Hot and cosy in. Staff in reception were friendly to us and the lobby bar was very nice and great atmosphere too so we had couple of drinks there.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Travelled with family

27 Jan 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group

27 Jan 2025

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

Fab stay, great location

We stayed at low season so the hotel was very quiet. We enjoyed a drink in the bar, had a delicious breakfast and slept in super comfy beds. There was a little peeling paint in the ceiling of the bathroom but it was otherwise clean and well maintained. We had an amazing view of the castle from our room, and the location of the hotel is excellent. It was great to have use of the pool, would have been nice for if robes had been in the room for us.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren Amy

Travelled with partner

27 Jan 2025

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

Adored the lady that checked us in, who assisted us at a later point throughout our stay. The hotel was lovely, clean and warm. The swimming pool was a little cold at first but not too much of a problem. The room was lovely and spacious. The breakfast was phenomenal, with a continental bar to help yourself to. I highly recommend the eggs benedict! A slight issue with a female member of staff on the hotel bar on our second time in there who had rudely stated that our first time wasn't paid for, of which we proved it was and they realised their mistake. This was quite cringey and left a sour taste but this was rectified by the lovely lady at reception who understood that the situation made me and my partner uncomfortable. Overall, all other staff were absolutely fantastic and welcoming. Thank you! Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025