Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4.0 star property
City-center hotel, steps from Grassmarket

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Castle View Twin Room
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Located near Edinburgh Castle, Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel offers a convenient retreat. With full breakfast options, express check-out, and concierge services at your fingertips plus free in-room WiFi to stay connected.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
The current price is CA $356
CA $427 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22

Room options

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Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

City Plus Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

City Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

City Plus Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Castle View Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Castle View Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

City Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

City Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Castle View Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HJ

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Princes Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Royal Mile - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive
  • 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 puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Grassmarket and Edinburgh Castle. This eco-certified hotel is also within just a 10-minute walk of Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. 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

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Hotel size

    • 122 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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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
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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.
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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
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 20 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
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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

More

  • 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

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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 Edinburgh Castle. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

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Old town

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as great, delicious, and fantastic with a good selection. (50 reviews)
  • The property's location offers a wide range of dining options and is within walking distance to many restaurants and cafes. (25 reviews)
  • Parking was convenient, easily accessible, and reasonably priced. (8 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Caitlin, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Annelie, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely Hotel

Lovely hotel and very clean. Excellent location.
Susan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Nicholas, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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!)
Adam, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Per-Anders, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fulya, 5-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good

Marenza, 1-night trip with friends
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2/10 Poor

Scott, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

balvinder, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Rachel, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great views
Susan, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay in Edinburgh

A very nice hotel in a great location in Edinburgh. Really nice staff and ultra comfortable beds. I highly recommend it.
Jon, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Place to Stay

Very nice hotel with great location, a professional and friendly staff and comfortable rooms.
Jon T, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Comfortable and nice rooms.
Jeffrey, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is amazing. Perfect location, Great very helpful staff, Clean environment, breakfast was five star.
balvinder, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

RAQUEL, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location, new and great service

It’s located close to the castle and the staff is friendly.
ASDRUBAL, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient to all attractions Close to restaurants Great for short stay
Lesley, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great

Location is perfect. The staff were great, the bed was a little firmer than I like. But overall this was a great hotel.
Carla, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

2 night stay as a couple at the Apex City.

We arrived early & were able to leave our bags so we didn’t need to keep them with us. We returned later in the afternoon to check in. The reception was quite busy & 2 members of staff were serving customers. The third was just busy at her computer. After a few minutes I was called over & she apologised for the wait, said she had struggled to get logged on. Check in was easy & quick. Hot our room let’s & 2 vouchers for a free drink - but you need to walk down to the Apex Grassmarket to use them a few doors down. We went to our room & we are unsure if something had been mistakenly left in the room as there was a plugged in machine that was on making a loud noise. It had options for ionising air so unsure if it was to replace the ac? However it was not pleasant and made it difficult to breathe, so we unplugged it & opened windows to air the place out. The room was ok other than this. Nice view of the castle. We were out each day so didn’t spend much time there other than 2 sleep. It had tea / coffee making facilities, but 1 pack of 2 biscuits much to my husbands dismay. Breakfast was downstairs and met with friendly staff who took our order for the hot meal - continental stuff was buffet style. The first morning we sat on the raised area & it was chilly with a draft from the ac, second morning we were at the bottom & it was fine. We’ve stayed at both Apex hotels on the grassmarket, great location - however I’d chose the grassmarket over the city as the restaurant is much nicer!
Caroline, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Chris, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gordon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good value and central

Central location, comfortable rooms and good service.
S, 1-night business trip
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