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Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4.0 star property
Perfectly positioned for Edinburgh Castle exploration, this hotel combines a prime location with attentive service and a breakfast worth waking up for

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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
(71 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 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
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 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
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 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
(10 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
(24 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 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
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Castle View Double Room

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

Castle View Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Castle View Twin Room

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 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 - 0.1 miles
  • Princes Street Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 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

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 Edinburgh Castle
Close to Grassmarket and Princes Street, Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel provides amenities like dry cleaning/laundry services. 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
  • An elevator, smoke-free premises, and concierge services
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • 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

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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: 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 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?

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 Edinburgh City Centre, 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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Reviews

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1010 out of 1533 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 381 out of 1533 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1533 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1533 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1533 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Grass Market area. Very close to Victoria Street. Would definitely stay again.
Lobby statue
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful and comfortable hotel, very helpful staff, easy check in and out, and great location. Loved our stay & will be booking here next time we’re in Edinburgh.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice room with a view of the castle, very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, staff very helpful and the breakfast is incredible...best hotel breakfast I've ever had! Would certainly return!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Indra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were awesome Room extremely clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefano

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! The location is next to victoria street and its in a great area with restaurants and cafes. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irza Danae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room service was always on time to reset our room and all the workers were so kind.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a nice room and the staff was excellent. They were able to help with any question I had and were more than pleasant. It was easy to walk around from the hotel’s location. I enjoyed the large selection at breakfast. I would stay at this hotel again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in CENTRAL location. Room was a good size and comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry C

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very courteous and room was spacious and well maintained!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and clean, tidy and spacious, lovely products in the bathroom and love our new duck! Staff at reception were really helpful and friendly, thankyou to Amos who checked us in!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room friendly staff nothing too much trouble
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel for our first few nights in Edinburgh. The location was amazing. Our room was comfortable and the staff was very friendly. Highly recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome hotel with a great breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harriet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was fantastic, immaculately clean, the staff were amazing and nothing was too much. The room was made extra special to celebrate a birthday and it truly meant alot. Our second time staying with Apex and won't be out last!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, definitely recommend as you are steps from the castle and most tourist attractions. The hotel was great, room was clean and modern and the bathroom was very nice. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were incredibly friendly
Stayed 2 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

Lei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast menu is good.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aureen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean bedrooms and just very comfortable stay. Bath water could be hotter butthat the only tiny thing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kyle

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

10/10 Excellent

Sharon Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had a spectacular view of the castle! The hotel location provided access to everything including transportation . The staff was friendly and helpful! I loved everything about my stay at Apex Hotel!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, clean, a good breakfast and only a short walk from the Royal Mile.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betül

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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