Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4.0 star property

Upscale eco-certified hotel, walk to Edinburgh Castle
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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

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City Double Room
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Family Room, 2 Double Beds | Bathroom

Overview of Apex Grassmarket Hotel

VIP Access
8.8

Excellent

Highlight
  • Offers an on-site restaurant. Only 5% of properties have this in Edinburgh.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • GymGymGym
The price is NZ$251
Price available on 14/4/2024

Check out the area

31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HS
  • Popular LocationGrassmarket1 min walk
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station)12 min walk
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Waverley Station13 min walk
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)16 min drive

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A perk like food and drink extras, free breakfast, or parking credits
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Room options

Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony

cleanliness

Highlights

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

City Twin Room

cleanliness

Highlights

LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electric kettle
Cable/satellite channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

City Double Room

cleanliness

Highlights

LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electric kettle
Cable/satellite channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Castle View Superior Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electric kettle
Cable/satellite channels
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electric kettle
Cable/satellite channels
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Edinburgh

Apex Grassmarket Hotel is located in Old Town Edinburgh, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, and is near a train station. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travellers 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. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing.

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 8 min walk
  • Princes Street - 10 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 11 min walk

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
  • Castle Arms - 4 min walk
  • Biddy Mulligans - 2 min walk
  • The Last Drop - 2 min walk

About this property

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Upscale eco-certified hotel near Royal Mile
Close to Grassmarket and Edinburgh Castle, Apex Grassmarket Hotel provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Metro Bar & Brasserie, the on-site restaurant. 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 express check-out
  • A front desk safe, multilingual staff and a computer station
  • A lift, a 24-hour front desk and 7 meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the 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 overall comfort, size rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • LED light bulbs, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Sustainability

Sustainability practices

Comprehensive food waste policy
Double-glazed windows
Energy-saving switches
LED lighting (80% minimum)
Vegan dining options
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 17.50–17.50 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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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 space
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Building
  • 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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • 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 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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: from approximately GBP 17.50 to 17.50 for adults and from GBP 0 to 17.50 for children
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 15 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
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 8:00 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

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

As of 29 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apex Grassmarket Hotel on 14 Apr 2024 start from NZ$250.61, 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 15 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?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Apex Grassmarket Hotel located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this eco-certified hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Grassmarket, Edinburgh Castle, and National Museum of Scotland. St. Giles' Cathedral and University of Edinburgh are also within 10 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 15 minutes.

Apex Grassmarket Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 592 out of 1020 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 1020 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 1020 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1020 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1020 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherin, Skelmanthorpe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a really great choice for being in the heart of Edinburgh. Brilliant view of the castle. Easy walking to the heart of the city. Clean, comfortable room with a nice bathroom. We could not have been more pleased. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Clara

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
While the property was pretty nice, I had some issues with my room. I had to complain about my broken toilet at least 4-5 times until I was FINALLY given a new room - which was basically at 6am on the morning of check out. This shouldn't have had to be this difficult. Even after maintenance came to fix the issue several times to no resolution, I was told by the receptionist that "all of our toilets in Europe are like this." Do European toilets not flush?? Absurd. It was only the morning after when I called to complain again that the AM receptionist, Vasyl, finally acknowledged my situation and gave me a new room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room with a view of the castle. Location was great and made the city very walkable. Enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought it was in a great area and the view was amazing. Transportation was easy to get to and walking distance from everything was easy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

SANDRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, clean and very convenient and accessible to sites, shopping, restaurants, etc
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walkable distance to all tourist area and friendly staff, will recommend 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic time
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024