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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4.0 star property
Guests start with a hearty breakfast, explore Edinburgh's historic center, then swim in the pool or relax on the scenic rooftop.

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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.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan

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City Double Room

City Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(75 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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City Twin Room

City Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(82 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Castle View Superior Room

Castle View Superior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(53 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony

Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Princes Street Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Princes Street - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

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
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Upscale hotel near Edinburgh Castle
Close to Grassmarket 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 children's meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a business centre.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An indoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk
  • A computer station, ATM/banking services and tour/ticket information
  • Multilingual staff, concierge services and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 169 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to thoughtful touches such as late-night room service and free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers
  • 55-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
  • LED light bulbs, electric kettles and heating

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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)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 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

  • 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
  • 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 provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with digital channels

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: 3:00 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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Apex Grassmarket Hotel Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket Hotel Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does Apex Grassmarket Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

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

As of 2 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apex Grassmarket Hotel on 4 Jan 2026 start from NZ$184.29, 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.

How much is parking at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Self-parking is available for GBP 20 per night.

What time is check-in at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 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?

Checkout 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. Royal Mile and Princes Street 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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Reviews

Apex Grassmarket Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1515 out of 2376 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 582 out of 2376 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 191 out of 2376 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 2376 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 2376 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great view, friendly bar staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sivaraj

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay in middle of the town with the view of castel & all amenities...
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, friendly staff, great food, clean room, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paramjit

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly, breakfast was great with good food choices.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jairo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel with the best view
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kamaljit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice, great service, restaurant was good, great location!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable, the location was perfect, staff very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’d highly recommend this hotel, great location, extremely helpful staff, tasty breakfast and spotless room.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view, friendly staff. Was there for my birthday and it was so incredible. Perfect location too!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay at the Apex Grassmarket Hotel!!! The staff were super helpful and kind. The room and view of the castle were fantastic. It was a great location, walkable to everything we wanted to see. A+ experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Shaminder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Irian, the front desk manger was excellent at check-in. She made us feel welcome and had our room ready in a few minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous room. Great pool and sauna. Super room view of the castle very comfortable beds
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing. Stunning location and wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Vinnie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I couldn't complain about the hotel at all. The location of this place is what sets it truly apart. We could see the castle from our window and only steps away from downtown Edinburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, comfy bed. But they need to work on cleaning the shower a bit more.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

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

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

Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming boutique hotel. The room was spacious with two beds larger than we expected, more full size versus single which was a very good thing. The bathroom was functional. The breakfast included in the package was high quality and a great way to begin the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great. Hotel bar and restaurant were fantastic and there were numerous cafe's and restaurants across the street and next to the hotel. Victoria street was also right around the corner.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very good - clean and spacious and it was good to have a bath in the ensuite and not just a shower. All the staff were helpful, courteous and friendly. A nice touch was the provision of mulled wine and mince pies each evening
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agop

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great spacious and staff was attentive and there was plenty of closet room with a lot of amenities in there, including iron coffee tea. It was all great experience so far and Restaurant was great as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025