Apex Grassmarket Hotel

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Bar

Room service

Pool

Gym

Breakfast available

Housekeeping

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

Grassmarket
1 min walk
Scotch Whisky Experience
4 min walk
Princes Street Gardens
4 min walk
Edinburgh (EDI)
16 min drive

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Room options

Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony

28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

City Twin Room

24 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Queen Beds

City Double Room

21 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Castle View Superior Room

24 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

24 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

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Pool

Spa

Free WiFi

Restaurant

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

8 Dec - 9 Dec

About this property

Eco-certified Edinburgh hotel in Old Town Edinburgh with a fitness center

Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a sauna are onsite.

Apex Grassmarket Hotel offers 169 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Apex Grassmarket Hotel's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Edinburgh Castle. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, plus an indoor pool and a restaurant.

Free WiFi
Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
Self parking available for a fee
Take a swim in the indoor pool
Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
Onsite recreation includes a gym and a sauna
Guests really like the accommodations for the overall comfort, comfy beds, and cleanliness
Steps from Grassmarket and 6 minutes by foot from Edinburgh Castle

Apex Grassmarket Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and 7 meeting rooms are available. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the eco-certified Apex Grassmarket Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Metro Bar & Brasserie - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

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.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

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–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends: GBP 17.50-17.50 for adults and GBP 0-17.50 for children
1 restaurant
1 bar
24-hour room service

Restaurants on site

Metro Bar & Brasserie

Things to do

Fitness centre
Indoor pool
Sauna

Family friendly

Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

ATM/banking services
Banquet hall
Lift
Front-desk safe

Guest services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry-cleaning service
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

Business centre
Computer station
Meeting rooms - 7

Outdoors

Terrace

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Lift door width (centimetres): 100
Front entrance ramp
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
2 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Biodegradable drinking straws
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drinks bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Smoke-free property
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bed sheets
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels

Entertainment

42-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

Electric kettle

Desk
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Energy-saving switches
Iron/ironing board
LED light bulbs
Safe
Water-efficient toilets only

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 traveling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 17.50 to 17.50 for adults, and GBP 0 to 17.50 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

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

Guests arriving after 11 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

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

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Apex Grassmarket Hotel Edinburgh

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Edinburgh

Apex Grassmarket

Apex Grassmarket Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland

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Apex Grassmarket Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Eliz

Travelled with family

25 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff at the front desk was super friendly.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Travelled with partner

24 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great location. Super clean rooms. Yummy breakfast

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner

23 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The view is outstanding.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Travelled with partner

23 Aug 2024

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Was great!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with partner

22 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Good location, nice room

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with group

22 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Lovely hotel! Modern and clean and great location. Would recommend and definitely stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

20 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Able to walk to shops, restaurants & Military Tatoo. Friendly & helpful staff, able to have a carpets at accommodation.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

20 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very accommodating

The staff really added to this Hotel - very friendly helpful and no problem attitude when we asked for a room switch to have a quieter location. Very comfortable bright Hotel with plus having a pool for relaxation after hitting the city streets.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Caroline

Travelled with group

19 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This hotel is in a prime city center location, making it perfect for exploring the area. The room was clean and spacious, though there were some mold spots in the washroom. It can get a bit loud at night due to its central location, but the friendly staff made the stay enjoyable overall. Ideal if you want to be in the heart of the action!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Deanna

Travelled with partner

15 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We had a castle-view balcony room, and while the view was SPECTACULAR, the balcony left a lot to be desired. There were no divider walls between all of the balcony rooms down the entire row, so a guest several rooms down could have potentially walked right onto our balcony. There was also zero furniture on the balcony, so we couldn’t even sit outside to have coffee or just enjoy the sights. There’s no air conditioning in the rooms, and we were there on a very warm day in August, so the room was SWELTERING unless you left the balcony door open—which is less than ideal when anyone down the line of rooms could have walked right in from our balcony. It did not make for a restful night. Beautiful view, nice room, basically unusable balcony.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Travelled with family

14 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

If you are in Edinburgh….must stay place!!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff

13 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

13 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding time in Edinburgh!

Absolutely perfect! Location was incredible; walking distance to everything (Fringe festival, Tattoo, food)! Parking was very convenient. Will definitely stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family

13 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The location was perfect for walking about and taking in the history. Getting in and out of the shower was extremely difficult due to the height of the bathtub. The room was uncomfortable due to the heat.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

13 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Close to all we wanted to see and do.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher, Calgary

Travelled with family

12 Aug 2024

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We stayed here on our Scotland trip in August 24. We had two nights when we arrived, went to the highlands and came back for two nights before going back home. We had different but nearly identical rooms (just two doors down), both on their second floor (main floor is floor zero). Pool was a nice plus for the kids. The hotel overall is very nice and very conveniently located, everything was walkable for us and Airlink 100 to and from the Airport was an easy 15min walk to its stops (lots of people wheeling luggage around the area). The rooms we were in had two queen sized beds which were on the hard side. These were not just doubles (as listed on the website) which was nice. We had an amazing view of the castle. The cost of this is the noise from the plaza on Grassmarket, which was noticeable even with a closed window. It was actually warm while we were there and there is no AC, so with the window open it was kinda loud. This is just for information purposes was absolutely not a dealbreaker for us. Lots of restaurants nearby, our favourite was Nok’s Kitchen (Thai food), we ate there twice! I recommend the hotel and would stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzie

12 Aug 2024

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

11 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Excellent location right in the center of the Grassmarket.and across from the steps up to the Fort. A very nice breakfast spread is provided. Very friendly staff.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024