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Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4.0 star property

Upscale Edinburgh hotel in Old Town Edinburgh with fitness center

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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

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City Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Family Room, 2 Double Beds | Bathroom | Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Overview of Apex Grassmarket Hotel

VIP Access
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • GymGymGym
The price is £209
Price available on 20/5/2024

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31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HS
  • Popular LocationGrassmarket1 min walk
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle6 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Edinburgh8 min walk
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)16 min drive

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Room options

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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

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 301 sq ft
  • 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

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
  • 258 sq ft
  • 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

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
  • 226 sq ft
  • 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

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Edinburgh

Apex Grassmarket Hotel is located in Old Town Edinburgh, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, and is near a train station. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes Street. Check out an event or a game at Edinburgh International Conference Centre, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing.
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What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 8 min walk
  • Princes Street - 10 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 11 min walk

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
  • Castle Arms - 4 min walk
  • Biddy Mulligans - 2 min walk
  • The Last Drop - 2 min walk

About this property

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Upscale eco-certified hotel near University of Edinburgh
A short walk from Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street, 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 such as:
  • An indoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the 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 comfortable, spacious rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers
  • LED light bulbs, electric kettles and heating

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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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

More

  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Building
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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

Entertainment

  • 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

Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

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
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

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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

We should mention

Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information 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

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
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Apex Grassmarket Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland
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Frequently asked questions

Does Apex Grassmarket Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

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

As of 3 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apex Grassmarket Hotel on 20 May 2024 start from £209.01, 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 Apex Grassmarket Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

Apex Grassmarket Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 589 out of 1010 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 1010 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1010 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1010 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1010 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Kristy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price it was not up to par. The outlets did not work. We were place on the first floor and could everything from outside. It was so noisy we did not sleep the night. Horrible.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for exploring the old town. Rooms very comfortable and roomy. Fan provided kept us cool. Food very good at breakfast. Staff very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A gem on Grassmarket! What a beautiful view of the Castle. Superb service. A five star facility for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a perfect hotel! You couldn’t ask for a better location, so close to everything…very walkable, safe at night. Rooms were clean and the staff very helpful. Food and drinks were awesome. Will definitely book again if we are ever in Edinburgh again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Maddie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was good. Parking was tight. Bed was extremely uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and facilities were good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Exceptional customer service by two young front desk staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

barry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Micah

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a room with a view of Edinburgh castle, fanrastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Comfortable Beds & Beautiful Rooms
Check-In Time
2:30 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Nearest Airport
Edinburgh (EDI)