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Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Grassmarket

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Exterior
Castle View Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Lobby
Castle View Suite | Living room | LED TV
The Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel, steps from Edinburgh Castle, offers a strategic base. Guests enjoy full breakfast options, express check-out, and concierge services for a streamlined stay. Free in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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
(65 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 24 sq m
  • 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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

City Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 43 sq m
  • 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
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • 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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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

Castle View Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 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
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HJ

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Princes Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal Mile - 8 min walk - 0.5 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
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬1 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
  • Express check-out, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
  • Luggage storage, wedding services, and smoke-free premises
  • 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 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: 2:30 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
Express check-out available

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
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 for adults, and GBP 0 to 18.50 for children
  • 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
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 at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

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: 2:30 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.

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Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 956 out of 1471 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 376 out of 1471 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 1471 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1471 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1471 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zachary John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very reasonable rates for the quality of the hotel. Being able to use the pool at the sister hotel next door was a plus for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, convenient walking area to many restaurants, bars, shopping. Loved our location & the beautiful view of the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location with friendly helpful staff. Room was extremely clean and spacious.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Romit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the heart of Grassmarket. Lots of options for food, drinks and shopping. The hop on/hop off bus stop is right across too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

RODNEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close proximity to the Castle, The Royal Mile with excellent dining choices nearby
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location !! Friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoy my stay. And close to everything in Old Town
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

chrissie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place close to all the attraction. Friendly staff. Great room
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and right in the heart of the city. Virtually could walk to any of the main tourist attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is modern, our room was spacious, clean and comfortable. Breakfast was delicious with a great variety. We could walk everywhere we needed to go. It was a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPHINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely area, buzzy but not loud, had a great atmosphere.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was perfect. The staff was extremely helpful. The establishment was clean, well maintained and in good working order.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kendra

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

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was fine but the bathroom fan wasn't working properly, we obtained air freshener from the staff to help freshen the stale air. Staff was helpful & friendly. We didn't have breakfast at the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthonela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No ac in room, but very clean at all times. halls are very clean and quiet. water refill station was great. very close to shops and restaurants nearby
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location was great but the bed and pillows were so uncomfortable I honestly couldn’t wait to not sleep in it anymore.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to castle
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a great time here, and loved how the property is committed to sustainability!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a perfect location to everything we wanted to do within walking distance. Stairs to castle basically across the street, Cafe a few doors down, and bars across the street. This hotel location did not disappoint. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

penny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the suite and the location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for sites, shops and eateries. My room was noisy as a fan above went all night. Plus too many little lights in the room stay on at night. The room was more than adequate for two people and perfect for handicap use.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, nice room with a view of the castle.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

VICTORIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable convenient facility.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

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