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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with a fitness center and a sauna

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Perched atop a hill, this historic castle offers breathtaking views of the modern city below.
Swimmers can enjoy a refreshing dip in the pool surrounded by large windows.
Experience the International Hotel's sleek, modern design with large windows and balconies overlooking the urban surroundings.
Experience the sleek lobby with a reception desk, Dell computer, and vibrant flower arrangement, leading to a communal dining area with a long table and street views.
Enjoy a city view from the large bed, with a desk nearby for work and a modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service

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Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony

Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
  • 301 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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City Twin Room

City Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(69 reviews)

Highlights

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

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City Double Room

City Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Castle View Superior Room

Castle View Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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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 - 0.0 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Princes Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Royal Mile - 10 min walk - 0.9 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

Upscale eco-certified hotel near Edinburgh Castle
A short walk from Princes Street and University of Edinburgh, Apex Grassmarket Hotel provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site restaurant, Metro Bar & Brasserie, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • An elevator, tour/ticket assistance, and a banquet hall
  • A front-desk safe, meeting rooms, and a computer station
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 169 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to thoughtful touches like late night room service and free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • LED light bulbs, electric kettles, and heating

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.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

  • 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 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
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 for adults, and GBP 0 to 17.5 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)

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket Hotel Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does Apex Grassmarket Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.

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

As of Jul 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apex Grassmarket Hotel on Aug 24, 2025 start from CA $334.94, excluding 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 Apex Grassmarket Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Self parking is available for GBP 20 per night.

What time is check-in at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Apex Grassmarket Hotel located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this eco-certified hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Grassmarket, Edinburgh Castle, and University of Edinburgh. Princes Street and Royal Mile are also within 15 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 15 minutes.

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Apex Grassmarket Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1287 out of 2020 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 494 out of 2020 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 160 out of 2020 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 2020 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 2020 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, so much to see and do nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great staff, clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Timo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
God hotel, very central for exploring the city
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and the staff was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Great hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for all your tourist needs in Edinburgh. Great hotel, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
hotel was perfect,very helpful staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tinamarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a fantastic location. Everything in Edinburgh is easily accessible and walkable. The room was clean and the staff were courteous.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in center of Grassmarket. Lots of wonderful breakfast options. Hotel staff was very welcoming. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel to stay in. Lovely staff and great location 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CARMEN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff and rooms were good size and beds and pillows very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Amenities
Above average hotel, great food, friendly people, very decent everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, staff excellent food good, only downside was 20.00 per day parking
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grassmarket area is very nice and walkable to The Royal Mile. Lots of food options right across the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at this hotel. Super convenient and close to all the major attractions. Staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to stay in Old Town Edinburgh. Clean, courteous staff. Live music in the Grassmarket pubs is close by.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for a hotel!! Busy property but well managed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice stay. Pool was lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

We had a wonderful stay here! The view of the castle was stunning.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025