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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

The current price is $211
$168 nightly
$211 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city through the window.

City Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(92 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a chair, and framed pictures on the wall.

City Twin Room

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a framed picture, and a window with a view of a castle.

Castle View Superior Room

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a view of a cityscape through a window with yellow curtains.

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

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

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Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony

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

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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 4 minutes by foot from Royal Mile. .This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Princes Street.

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Royal Mile - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Princes Street Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Princes Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 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

  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Fiddler's Arms - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel offers 169 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. 55-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. 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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 169 guestrooms featuring minibars and 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, as well as phones with free local calls.
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. Open daily.
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 on-site 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
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

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
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • 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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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

Property class

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 Edinburgh
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Apex Grassmarket Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1876 out of 2971 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 737 out of 2971 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 250 out of 2971 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 2971 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 2971 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location super friendly staff and the food was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location with lots of restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice staff and clean hotel. Breakfast was great too!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, good staff, perfect location to visit Edinburgh.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing view, great breakfast, walkable location. Lots of options nearby for meals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved this place. Great location with a fantastic view of the castle. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location and lots of amenities for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved this hotel, clean, convenient location and very nice staff
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Everything was wonderful, great location, great breakfast.Rooms were as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location! Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great breakfast and spa. Nice room
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay with a very helpful reception and breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was extremely helpful and the hotel was in a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast menu and service was top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean, good food and drinks but mostly the location! A short walk to the Royal mile, Grassmarket right across the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean room and friendly helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a lovely property. The rooms were spacious and clean and the beds were very comfortable. Would definitely book here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great hotel in a really good location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Was in great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My wife and I had a great 3 nights' stay at Apex Grassmarket. Clean property, comfy bed and friendly staff. Fabulous location and on-premises parking made the stay even better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was ideal, staff was helpful in finding solutions , breakfast and coffee was perfect
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel was an excellent place to stay centrally located with the most helpful staff. I would recommend this to anybody.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026