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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with indoor pool, near Edinburgh Castle

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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 WiFi
  • Gym
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Business center
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
The current price is CNY764
CNY917 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23

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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
(79 reviews)
  • 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
(85 reviews)
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(56 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
(49 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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CNY904 total
includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Victoria Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Military Tattoo Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Museum of Scotland - 5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 35 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 17 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 11 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 15 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Barantine - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Grassmarket and Edinburgh Castle. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Metro Bar & Brasserie, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a fitness center, and a sauna. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff. Public transportation is close by: Princes Street Tram Stop is just 11 minutes by foot.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 169 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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 traveling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (GBP 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 39
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Front entrance ramp

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch LCD TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

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

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.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 19.50 to 19.50 for adults, and GBP 0 to 17.5 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs GBP 20 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Policies

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.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Also known as

Apex Hotel International
Apex International Edinburgh
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Frequently asked questions

Does Apex Grassmarket Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Apex Grassmarket Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 20 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Apex Grassmarket Hotel and nearby?

Apex Grassmarket Hotel has an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Metro Bar & Brasserie.

What's the area around Apex Grassmarket Hotel like?

Apex Grassmarket Hotel is in Old Town Edinburgh, a short 6-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle and 8 minutes' walk from University of Edinburgh. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

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Reviews

Apex Grassmarket Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, great, delicious, and high quality with a good variety of options. (147 reviews)
  • The property is surrounded by numerous excellent restaurants, pubs, and shops within walking distance. (55 reviews)
  • The pool was a lovely and wonderful bonus, with many guests enjoying its beauty and convenience. (42 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, friendly staff and we’ll appoint and spacious rooms.
Chloe, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and friendly staff
Chao, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good hotel, friendly staff, perfect location
Mariusz, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Helpful staff, fantastic view and great location
Michelle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff informative, room excellent and great location.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location, we had a room at the front and the view was epic. Rooms are well appointed. It was nice to be able to open the window.
Antony, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfy beds, great location, nice rooms and friendly staff. Lots of good pubs nearby.
Brent, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ideally positioned for our two night Edinburgh break. 15 minute walk from the station, loads of places to eat and drink very close by and all the places we wanted to go to within comfortable walking distance. The room was great and the staff extremely helpful.
Andrew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel, friendly staff, great food, clean room, great location
Kerry-Ann, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff very friendly, breakfast was great with good food choices.
Paramjit, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The location was great and the service was good. As was the size of the room.
Védís, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly and polite staff Nice toiletries
Jane, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, amenities, staff helpful and fruendly
Carol, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, plenty of towels the staff are very friendly and helpful. Enjoyed my stay.
Michael, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was fantastic ! Staff were helpful!
Jessica, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property was nice, great service, restaurant was good, great location!!!
Kamaljit, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, loads to do within easy walk distance. Loved the water station for filling water bottles. Good breakfast, comfy room.
Ben, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great , from cleanness to friendly staff and the breakfast was delicious and very generous
Pierre, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and comfortable, the location was perfect, staff very friendly!
Bianca, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I’d highly recommend this hotel, great location, extremely helpful staff, tasty breakfast and spotless room.
Jill, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were amazingly helpful!
annette, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location was perfect
Tamar, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel with the best view
Jairo, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location is great. Not a great selection at breakfast and the food not to good.
Dina Ismail, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, warm welcome, lovely hotel, perfectly situated for the city
Alexander, 1-night trip