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Luxury
4.0 star property
9.2

Wonderful

Castle retreat in old Edinburgh

Dramatic castle views greet guests at this historic Grassmarket hotel. Attentive staff provide exceptional service while you enjoy full Scottish breakfast. After exploring nearby Royal Mile attractions, unwind with a swim at the sister property or relax in your spacious room with bath and shower.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

City Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(77 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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City Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

City Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Miscellaneous

Castle View Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

City Double Room Single Use

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Castle View Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Castle View Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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City Plus Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

City Plus Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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City Plus Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

City Plus Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Miscellaneous

City Plus Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Miscellaneous

City Plus Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Castle View Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Castle View Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Castle View Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Castle View Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

City Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3

About the neighborhood

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel 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. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HJ

What's nearby

  • Scenic sight in Edinburgh with the Castle in the background. Scotland.
    Grassmarket
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Victoria Street
    Victoria Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • National Museum of Scotland
    National Museum of Scotland
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh, Scotland
    Edinburgh Castle
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • sunset time, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Scotland
    Royal Mile
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Upscale hotel near University of Edinburgh
A short walk from Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street, Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and access to a nearby indoor pool
  • Smoke-free premises, concierge services, and multilingual staff
  • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 122 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi and desk chairs, as well as safes and free bottled water. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • LED light bulbs, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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.

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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)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 18.50 to 18.50 per person

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • 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
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
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

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
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18.50 to 18.50 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 20 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 20 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Grassmarket, Edinburgh Castle, and Royal Mile. University of Edinburgh and Princes Street are also within 10 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 14 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1082 out of 1616 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 395 out of 1616 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1616 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1616 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1616 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, clean, good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Claudio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great hotel, very helpful staff , would recommend to anyone staying in Edinburgh
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and modern and the staff very nice and helpful. Good location too.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicolette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. The location was perfect and the staff was so friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louretta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location. Rooms very clean and staff is very accommodating. Parking was a plus and I highly recommend especially if you are traveling with a family.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fabulous stay. The location is amazing and the staff were kind and helpful. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, great location, friendly staff - will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very much enjoyed our stay with a lovely view of castle - unfortunately didn’t have time to use the pool. Would definitely stay again
View from room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is a lot of bars snd restaurants close by and close to the castle
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, helpful, professional. We were able to check in early as our room was ready which was a bonus. Room was very hot however a fan had been provided.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice room. If you’ve got your window open you may get an early wake up by Council Bin men at 5.45am on Saturday morning!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast had a wide array of foods to satisfy every pallet. The bathroom in the room was luxurious - the best shower ever. The front desk staff were all so accommodating and helpful!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nirav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing exciting. Rooms are standard, basic amenities, clean, filter water which we have to go to different floor to fill. Hotel location is good
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

nadine

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rabih

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The best chek-in ever! Very fast and efficient. Breakfast was exceptional. From downsides: our sink was blocked and was difficult to use, also the sofa bed needs some lubrication, can not turn on it without waking everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abdulrahman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean + friendly staff + good for families + great location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the right size. The hotel was also within walking distance of some interesting tourist attractions and meeting point for guided tours.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel! Very clean, good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location and breakfast, will stay next time
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great customer service, room was spotless and breakfast was really tasty.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was spotless, quiet, and located at a walking distance from many tourist attractions and restaurants. Staff was friendly and helpful, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025