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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a sauna, steps from Grassmarket

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Nestled near Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile, Apex Grassmarket Hotel offers a relaxing retreat with an indoor pool, sauna, and fitness center. Unwind on the terrace or indulge in breakfast at Metro Bar & Brasserie. With multilingual staff and tour assistance available to help plan your day.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping

Room options

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City Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

City Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
In-room safe
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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City Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

City Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(80 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Castle View Superior Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Castle View Superior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)

Highlights

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HS

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Princes Street Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Princes Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

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 Last Drop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Upscale 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, a 24-hour front desk, and 7 meeting rooms
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
  • 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.

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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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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.

Is Apex Grassmarket Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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 Edinburgh City Centre, this 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. 1456 out of 2288 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 563 out of 2288 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 182 out of 2288 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 2288 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 2288 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

Mindi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and the rooms were cozy! The hotel was in the perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location and view of castle excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Socorro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, central and convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great and very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable beds. Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

silvio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and courteous staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very reasonable for a hotel in the heart of Edinburgh. 5* staff and amenities. The room had an amazing view of the castle.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

kwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great service from reception for check-in, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very much enjoyed our stay here. The convenience for walking was great and the area around had a number of good shops and restaurants. Room was clean and staff were very helpful and friendly. Included breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing and the location is perfect to do anything in Edinburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was extremely helpful, room was clean, dinner was good and convenient location to castle and shopping and the Hop On/Off Bus!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room in a historic location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel for us to explore a Fabulous city!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome spot and perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a perfect location. Loved the bar.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located near the Grassmarket precinct with lots of shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a fantastic hotel to stay in Edinburgh. The staff was fantastic all around. The location was excellent. I would definitely recommend, and hope to stay there again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Traci Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We would stay here again. Nice hotel. Good location .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location Friendly staff Will stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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