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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with fitness centre and sauna

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Indoor pool
Front of property - evening/night
City view from property
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is AU$278
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr

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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

Room options

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Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony

Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 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
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
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
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
In-room safe
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Castle View Superior Room

Castle View Superior Room

Highlights

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

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About the area

Edinburgh

Apex Grassmarket Hotel puts you in the heart of Edinburgh, steps from Grassmarket and within a 10-minute stroll of Edinburgh Castle. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Metro Bar & Brasserie, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy the gym and sauna. Business amenities include 7 meeting rooms and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Old Town Edinburgh hotel include Princes Street and St. Giles' Cathedral.

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

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 16 min drive

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

Eco-certified hotel with fitness centre and sauna
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.

  • 1 building
  • 169 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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.

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

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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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

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 International Edinburgh
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Apex Grassmarket Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

As of 24 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apex Grassmarket Hotel on 31 Mar 2025 start from AU$278.36, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Yep, Apex Grassmarket Hotel has a self car park with in/out privileges for GBP 20 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

The closest beach to Apex Grassmarket Hotel is Portobello Beach (5.5 km).

Does Apex Grassmarket Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests recommend it! Apex Grassmarket Hotel has an indoor pool. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Apex Grassmarket Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, our travelers adore the buffet breakfast here! Served weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

No, Apex Grassmarket Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Apex Grassmarket Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1087 out of 1700 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 422 out of 1700 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1700 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1700 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1700 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Emin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Avarage
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kush

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay with bunch of options to explore around. Absolutely stunning view from the room itself!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place
Lovely hotel good location super comfy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniele

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Hotel in a great location!
We were visiting Edinburgh for a couple days on a longer trip and of the three hotels we stayed in this hotel was the best experience. Friendly staff and nice comfortable rooms. We arrived early in the city and were able to get our room at 10:00 AM. I have stayed in hotels that have a policy that the earliest they can check in is noon, even if there is a room available. I was fully prepared to check my luggage but they gave us our room right away. There was a cute duck awaiting us upon our arrival and I love that different Apex hotels have different ducks! I want to stay at different locations now just to collect them all!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

pamela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a great location -- able to walk everywhere in the old town. The facilities were very nice and the staff were VERY nice and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Urvashi

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel in a perfect location.
This hotel is in a perfect location within easy walking distance of all of the main sights and the Christmas market in Princes Street. The hotel was very busy given the time of year, but not uncomfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harrison

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central. Great location. Wonderful service. Only complaint is that is was loud. (Thin walls)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location
Amazing stay & excellent location with views of the castle.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attentive and pleasant staff. Nice rooms, lovely view, very noisy if window open but would expect that in this area and Edinburgh kept very clean by constantly working clean up teams.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing staff
The staff were truly amazing!!! I am currently on crutches and they made every effort possible to assist me and make my stay as comfortable as possible. I highly recommend the hotel for a stay in Edinburgh, especially if you need a bit of help.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great nice to see and have great customer care staff where great
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Amar

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic location and very easy to walk to the main attractions of Edinburgh. The castle view from the hotel and the hotel room was stunning. Excellent breakfast and staff were very friendly and helpful. We had a family room with two double beds. The room was nice but is beginning to show its age with slight wear and tear in places. The beds were not the most comfortable with the mattress a bit springy but still decent enough to get a good nights sleep. The pillows were lovely. Bathroom was modern, nice and clean with great amenities. They also have a small pool which we didn’t use but it looked quite nice. Overall a great stay and I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really lovely stay with my mum. Staff on reception couldnt do enough for us. There was just a small issue with breakfast on the first morning but this was quickly resolved by reception. thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

anamarie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mathusuthan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A modern, clean hotel. While I had booked rooms with two separate beds, we were surprised that there were two queen beds in the room. The breakfast, which was available at a price, was pretty decent, too. A simple but nice touch was the hotel making mulled wine and mince pies available (for free) at the reception.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Tal

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and really attentive to all your needs
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff was all amazing.The location was good.Very clean.The breakfast was good evening meal we had was perfect thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stuff
MY WIFE absolutely loved this place. Excellent views comfy beds - all the usual stuff... But the thing that really topped it all off? The free mince pies and mulled wine on reception
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024