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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with indoor pool, near Edinburgh Castle

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Nestled near Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile, Apex Grassmarket Hotel offers a relaxing retreat with an indoor pool, sauna, and fitness center. Unwind on the terrace or indulge in breakfast at Metro Bar & Brasserie. With multilingual staff and tour assistance available to help plan your day.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Business center
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
The current price is CA $347
CA $416 total
includes taxes & fees
May 4 - May 5

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Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony

Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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City Twin Room

City Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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City Double Room

City Double Room

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Castle View Superior Room

Castle View Superior Room

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
Lobby

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,320 reviews
The price is CA $305
CA $366 total
includes taxes & fees
May 4 - May 5
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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 8 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Princes Street - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Royal Mile - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 16 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 17 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 15 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Biddy Mulligans - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

When you stay at Apex Grassmarket Hotel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Grassmarket and Edinburgh Castle. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Metro Bar & Brasserie, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this eco-certified hotel include a bar/lounge, a fitness center, and a sauna. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 15 minutes.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 169 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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.
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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
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

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

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • 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
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 39
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Front entrance ramp

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch LCD TV

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

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

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

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 17.50 to 17.50 for adults, and GBP 0 to 17.50 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Self parking costs GBP 20 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

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 Hotel International
Apex International Edinburgh
Apex International Hotel
Apex International Hotel Edinburgh
Hotel Apex International
Apex International Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland
Apex Grassmarket Hotel Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket
Apex Grassmarket Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland
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Apex Grassmarket Hotel Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket Hotel Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does Apex Grassmarket Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Apex Grassmarket 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.

Is there a pool at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 20 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Apex Grassmarket Hotel and nearby?

Apex Grassmarket Hotel has an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Metro Bar & Brasserie.

What's the area around Apex Grassmarket Hotel like?

Apex Grassmarket Hotel is in Old Town Edinburgh, a short 6-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle and 11 minutes' walk from Royal Mile. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

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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

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Service staff
View
Castle
Breakfast
Bed
Restaurant
Bathroom
Food

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as great, excellent, and superb with a generous selection of options. (98 reviews)
  • The property's restaurant offered a generous breakfast buffet and meals served till 9 pm, with many guests praising the quality and variety of the food. (39 reviews)
  • The property's pool was a great addition, providing a relaxing treat for guests, especially children. (27 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Liam, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Always good

Always good. Our best place to stay in Edinburgh, great location, good rooms, and friendly staff.
Tim, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

SALLY, 3-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Maria, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Fiona, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

James, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Amazing view, good service, bed could be more comfortable
2-night trip
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6/10 Good

brenda, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Mini break

Friendly attentive staff
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kimbra, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Farhan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel

Lovely hotel: clean, quiet, great staff and comfortable rooms. Andreas and Elka on front desk were EXCEPTIONALLY helpful
Haralambos, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

Alan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Billy, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Apex Grassmarket family break

Friendly welcome and great service throughout. Family room plenty large enough with comfortable beds. Good stay and would recommend
Jonathan, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Fab stay, few annoying comments!

We went to Apex for our first wedding anniversary, our first trip away as a couple many years ago was at Apex Bath so was a perfect match! We chose the balcony with castle view. A couple of lights were flickering within the room when on and the balcony door was awful to open/lock (to the point I woke up the first night to discover the door wide open and had to get up and try to lock it “again!”) and they didn’t refill the coffee pods as expected. The balcony had no seating either and was a bit disappointing, considering paid more for the view and access. And the windows were absolutely fifthly to look out from - which tainted the view. All in all, we had a lovely time! Paid extra for the romance package, which included chocolates - which were lovely but were just over a week out of date haha. However, reception were apologetic, supplied new chocs (six instead of the original four) and two free drinks at the bar. Thanks ☺️
Roberta, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

3-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Yau Wai Benny, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Big thank you to the staff

All the staff across the hotel (from the front desk, to the cleaners, to the restaurant and bar, just all the staff we encountered!) were so lovely and really made our stay feel special, thank you so much!
Sophie, 4-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Joy, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!

With the exception of one server in the restaurant who wanted to press us to discuss politics even after saying we were on vacation and not interested in doing so, we received exceptional service and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The breakfast was outstanding as was the one evening meal we had there. The only negative to the room is the height of the tub, but it was manageable.
Full Scottish breakfast
A welcome gift
Wendy, 7-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Close to everything

Nice modern hotel in the heart of Old Town snd a great view of Edinburgh Castle. Hotel amd room was clean, comfortable and well appointed. Alastair at the front desk was amazing and arranged a special surprise for my mom on her 70th birthday. Thank you! The hotel is walking distance to so much stuff. Perfect location. Would definitely stay there again.
3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel

Excellent hotel, the room was clean and tidy, bed was very comfortable. Reception staff were super helpful. Only downside was room service finishes at 8:30pm and as a solo traveller for business I do tend to get to my hotels late.
Gemma, 1-night business trip
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