Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 11 min walk
Edinburgh Waverley Station - 12 min walk
Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 20 min walk
Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 14 min walk
Haymarket Tram Station - 21 min walk
Restaurants
The Scotch Whisky Experience - 5 min walk
Cold Town House - 3 min walk
The Black Bull - 2 min walk
Biddy Mulligans - 1 min walk
The Last Drop - 2 min walk
About this property
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Grassmarket and Princes Street Gardens. This eco-certified hotel is also within just a 10-minute walk of University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast. Public transportation is just a short walk: Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 14 minutes.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
122 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite self parking (GBP 20 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Access to nearby indoor pool
Free use of nearby fitness center
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Raised toilet seat
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Room amenities
Be entertained
LED television
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
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.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 18.50 to 18.50 for adults, and GBP 0 to 18.50 for children
Parking
Self parking costs GBP 20 per night
Policies
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Apex City Edinburgh
Apex City Hotel Edinburgh
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Apex Waterloo Place Edinburgh
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland
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Frequently asked questions
Does Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 20 per night. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel and nearby?
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel has access to a nearby indoor pool.
What's the area around Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel like?
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel is in Old Town Edinburgh, a short 10-minute walk from Princes Street Tram Stop and 6 minutes' walk from University of Edinburgh. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
5 Mar 2025
Liam
Liam, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
5 Mar 2025
Eleanor
Eleanor, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
5 Mar 2025
jake
jake, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Mar 2025
Kaitlyn
Kaitlyn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Mar 2025
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 Mar 2025
Awesome
Close to everything, especially the castle. Lots of pubs and eateries over the road. After walking around most of the city centre this is, by far, the best road to base your stay. The hotel was great and very quiet!
Brendan
Brendan, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Mar 2025
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Feb 2025
Brilliant Stay
We had a great stay here. Booked last minute with our 4 year old and had a great family room with plenty of space for playing and also a bath and a shower. My little boy also got a little activity pack when we checked in which was a lovely touch.
Breakfast was really delicious and had such a good selection. Location was also brilliant. We were lucky to have nice weather and were within walking distance to everything we needed
Keirene
Keirene, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Feb 2025
Good place to stay
Good hotel. Easy check in. Comfortable bed. Nice breakfast.
Russell
Russell, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
24 Feb 2025
Great stay
Hotel is located in an excellent position to explore Edinburgh! Our Room was quiet and a good size and beds comfyBath water temp was not great but shower worked well.
Katie
Katie, 4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Feb 2025
Caoimhe
Caoimhe, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Feb 2025
Nice trip to Edinburgh
It was spot on
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Feb 2025
Rona
Rona, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Feb 2025
Excellent except the hot tap in the bathroom needs to run faster and hotter.
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Feb 2025
Oruam
Oruam, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Feb 2025
This hotel is fabulous, it's in a prime position near the 'Golden Mile' and Edinburgh Castle, We used the swimming pool in the apex Grassmarket Hotel, a few mins walk away, love their eco ethos too, friendly staff, could n't fault anything
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Feb 2025
Excellent all round
An excellent hotel, clean, comfortable and brilliantly located just under Edinburgh Castle (with a fabulous view of it too!) in the old town. Staff were friendly, professional and very helpful, especially the wonderful Estel. Also liked they have filtered water fountains on each floor so you can refill your water bottle for free. Can't rcommend this hotel enough, I'll definitely be back.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
14 Feb 2025
Thought the hotel room was nice and cozy. Unfortunately they had focused the appeal for the room around a bath which in our room had no running hot water.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Feb 2025
Very nice central hotel
Very nice hotel. We had a super clean and spacious room, the beds were very comfortable. We loved the carafe in our room that we could fill up as needed, lovely little Scottish biscuits provided along with the usual tea and coffee. Very centrally located and friendly helpful staff.
And a fabulous view of Edinburgh Castle!
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 Feb 2025
Super location at Grassmarket. Lovely hotel and friendly staff.
Rosa
Rosa, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Feb 2025
Excellent
Very friendly and helpful staff at reception. Lovely spacious room. Excellent evening meal in sister restaurant and a very hearty breakfast to send us on our way home. Can’t wait to return.