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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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  • Bar
  • Room service

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31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HS
  • Grassmarket
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Princes Street Gardens
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Military Tattoo Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪16 min drive‬
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Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony

  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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City Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

City Twin Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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City Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

City Double Room

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Castle View Superior Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Castle View Superior Room

  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, (1202)
The price is €238
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

About this property

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Eco-certified Edinburgh hotel in Old Town Edinburgh with a fitness centre
Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a fitness centre. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a sauna are on-site.
Apex Grassmarket Hotel offers 169 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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

Children aged 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 such as 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
  • On-site recreation includes a gym and a sauna
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the cleanliness, comfy beds and overall comfort
  • Steps from Grassmarket and 6 minutes on foot from Edinburgh Castle
Apex Grassmarket Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness centre. 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 centre 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 at the weekend 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 Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and 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

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

More

  • 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 travelling 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.
  • Cots (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 aged 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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1021 out of 1616 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 405 out of 1616 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1616 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1616 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1616 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing view of the castle from our room! The buffet breakfast in the morning was delicious! So many choices-
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in the old town across the street from the Castle, attractions and lots of pubs and restaurants. Nice breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aneeqa

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daron, SUWANEE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room mattress was very firm, which is good for those that like it. The bathroom has a tub, but it is elevated, which makes it harder for shorter people getting out, as there is a significant step downwards getting out of it. The breakfast is not something that I would include in the package. There are many different dining options around the area that can easily be chosen, and provide great options instead.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Early check in was a bonus, but having a pool and room service was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

JOHN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location very nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Riley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, nice location, good food :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great weekend stay
We had an excellent stay here. Staff were fantastic and so approachable. We had breakfast one morning which was fine. Great room service options. View from our first floor room was fantastic. We had a birthday package included which was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Nice clean room. Squeaky floor above us, front desk a little slow, but otherwise excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sean

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Great breakfast and perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

lena

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
I wanted to give this hotel a great review but our experience started off rocky. We arrived at 10:30 am and asked the reception staff if there was any way we could check in before 2:30PM - we politely said we would be willing to pay as well because we were exhausted from travel. The younger boy advised we could not at the moment so we asked if we could wait in the lobby. While we waited, we noticed several people coming in and checking in early and also being pleasantly greeted by the staff, notably an employee named Gregerly. We were the only POC checking in as guests and we noticed that the other guests were treated a lot more personable and friendly than we were. Around 12:50pm there was another group that was able to check in early, so my sister went up to ask if there was any update for us. The younger boy asked for the name again and told her “you’ll have to come at 2:30 and I’ll let you know.” While we are aware that we’re not entitled to an early check in, that was not our issue. The discomfort and frustration was in the way we were treated compared to the other guests. Gregory made small talk and asked the guests if they needed anything else. Meanwhile when it was our turn to check in, he didn’t make eye contact, forgot to grab one of our bags, didn’t tell us about our amenities or thermostat functions, etc. Although the first day left a bad impression, we were able to turn it around with Antonio and Alasder - they were so helpful and provided great service.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A room with a view
Castle view. Friendly staff. Comfortable Pool onsite
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

April

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My only complaint was that the beds were uncomfortable and this seems to be how all beds are in hotels across Europe. Other than that, great hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean and comfortable. Staff was very friendly and courteous. Room was clean and the building itself was clearly well taken care of. The location though was just absolutely unbelievable. Views of Edinburgh Castle from your room and right when you walk out the front doors. Bus stops are close and many great food and shopping options are within walking distance. We were pleasantly surprised to wake up our first morning and find a pop-up market in the square across from the hotel. Just an amazing location especially for the price!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easily walkable to most of the city sights, dining, shopping. A market across the street on Saturday; wide venue of products, food to soap. A 5-10 minute ride from/to the train station.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and modern hotel in Edinburgh Old Town. Good beds! Extremely friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, beautiful and well appointed rooms, comfy beds. I will definitely come back to the same hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xuejin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024