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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Indoor pool
City view from property
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
The current price is $241
$201 nightly
$241 total
Total with taxes and fees
May 31 - Jun 1

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31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HS
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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

City Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(86 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

City Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(91 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Castle View Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(61 reviews)
  • City view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)
  • City view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • City view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

With a stay at Apex Grassmarket Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, steps from Grassmarket and 6 minutes by foot from Edinburgh Castle. .This hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Royal Mile and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Princes Street Gardens.

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Victoria Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Military Tattoo Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Mile - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bow Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel offers 169 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. 55-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

Stay in one of 169 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
Grab a bite to eat at Metro Bar & Brasserie, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. This hotel has 7 meeting rooms available for events. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Covered self 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 19.50 to 19.50 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with digital channels

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: 3:00 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

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests traveling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 19.50 to 19.50 per person
  • Covered 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is 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 Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1700 out of 2649 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 643 out of 2649 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 208 out of 2649 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 2649 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 2649 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Nampa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was updated, very clean and comfortable. We had one night where an alarm went off but after that we really enjoyed our stay. The hotel is walkable to all the old town sights and the Castle. We would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were wonderful! Really nice, chatty, and helpful. Always kind and keen to help. Rooms were good for the price. Beds were comfy. Bit outdated though, and some things to help improve the stay. - no hooks anywhere! Two people staying in the room, nowhere to hang towels after a shower, nowhere to hang coats properly etc. - wardrobe space taken up by kettle / drinks area and safe. This could have been better placed at the long desk area (which had lots of unused space, particularly underneath) to maximise storage space in wardrobe. - not a suitable fan in the bathroom. - no heating control in the room. Either got very stuffy or too cold. Spa area was open 7am-10pm which is excellent. We used this on all 3 days. Didn’t expect it to be large, so size was expected. However, because it is small, it was somewhat frustrating how easily it was taken up by children. Totally appreciate & respect they want the swimming time too!! But for such a small area, once the kids were there it meant there was absolutely no way you could swim or chill out. It got incredibly loud. Would be good to have a couple of set times? Like 7-8am is just adults etc. Bar area and restaurant area were nice. Location was excellent!! Great castle views, good location for getting everywhere and nice shops/ pubs etc close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Lauren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Joseph

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff very helpful, location is excellent, beds comfortable. Nice to have a warm shower even if the design was a funky with high step in and strange shower door
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Duncan, St Ives

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the middle of Edinburgh. The hotel was clean and modern with very comfortable beds. Staff were helpful and the hotel has a small pool, gym and sauna. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nestor

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location, delicious food, friendly staff .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View of the castle was outstanding!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was cleaned to a high standard every day, the staff were so friendly and welcoming, the pool was amazing Thanks for a wonderful experience
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gemma Louise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and welcoming staff, who were happy to help. Great location and room was nice and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Hannah

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room felt neglected. Very little amenities, unhelpful staff, staff didn't understand what we were saying, had to tell them more than four times.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and comfy room, great amenities and super friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful hotel in a great area. Staff was very courteous, and everything was well maintained
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great family room- travel cot was set up ready and the size of the room for a family of 4 felt good and the view of the castle was great! Nice breakfast included with lots of choice and the option of a morning swim too!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Andy

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had a great view and great service
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Sinead

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was fine- couldn't open the door to the balcony which negated the purpose of the balcony which you pay more for. Location was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Antonini

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were great, clean and staff were friendly and very helpful. Although there were some maintenance going on, they were very quiet and do not cause any issues or noise.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026