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Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star eco-certified hotel near Edinburgh Castle

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Castle View Suite | Living room | LED TV
Castle View Suite | Living room | LED TV
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

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61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HJ
  • Grassmarket
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Princes Street
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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City Plus Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

City Plus Double Room

  • 258.3 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

City Double Room Single Use

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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City Plus Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

City Plus Twin Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Castle View Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Castle View Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Castle View Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Castle View Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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City Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

City Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

City Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Castle View Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Castle View Suite

  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

City center stay.A stay at this Old Town Edinburgh hotel places you steps from Grassmarket and a 5-minute walk from National Museum of Scotland. Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Princes Street - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Royal Mile - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Biddy Mulligans - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4-star eco-certified hotel near Edinburgh Castle
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces. The eco-certified Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel also features dry cleaning/laundry services, express check-out, and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 122 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel offers 122 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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

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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • In-room crib

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)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 18.50 to 18.50 per person

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
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

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.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

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 full breakfast: approximately GBP 18.50 to 18.50 for adults, and GBP 0 to 18.50 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 20 per night

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

We should mention

  • 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel to the airport?

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel is 7.7 mi (25-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

As of Apr 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel on Apr 21, 2025 start from $156.68, excluding 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.

Does Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel.

How close is Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 3.5 mi (16-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14.7 mi (34-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between GBP 18.50 and 18.50 for adults, GBP 0 and 18.50 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM.

Is there free parking at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 20 per night.

Does Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel have a pool?

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel does not have a pool, but guests have access to a nearby indoor pool.

Does Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel to downtown Edinburgh?

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Edinburgh.

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 801 out of 1296 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 1296 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 1296 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1296 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1296 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Derek, Glasgow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked for a short 5 day stay and were glad to realise it was such a close proximity to restaurants, souvenir stores, Victoria Street and the famous Edinburgh castle! The staff were friendly upon arrival HOWEVER we were told by one gentlemen that our room was not ready but to rest assure when it would be, we would have a wonderful view of the castle during our stay. When our time came to check in a women gave us our room but it was on the opposite end of the hotel so we did not get the view we were told. Still, a very clean, comfortable stay. There were some loud noises at night, assuming from other guests and some noise during the morning from tradesmen but overall the sister hotel/restaurant a minute walk down the road was pleasant.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Bryan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overnight business Edinburgh
Modern hotel, located in a good position for the City, the bar restaurant was closed, so had to walk down to larger Sister hotel situated 5 mins away, the swimming pool is also located at this separate hotel. I was unaware that the hotel offered its own parking, until I arrived, which was too late as I’d parked 10 mins away at an NCP car park, which turned out to be very expensive! This hotel needs to add the car parking facility onto the Hotels.com app, so that customers are aware.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with large rooms
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and comfortable room - really enjoyed the water cooler refill station on our 2nd floor lobby. Breakfast choices were great - lovely to sit at breakfast and see Edinburgh castle right there
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a great stay
This is our fourth one-week stay at Apex City of Edinburgh and it won't be our last. The staff were able to quickly and easily handle a minor issue we had and our stay was great, as usual. We'll be back, for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aprille

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig, Olathe

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosetta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a great hotel for parents with children but super tight when the couch bed is pulled out but when it returns to a couch it is wonderful. Located just across from shops, pubs, restaurants and Victoria Street. Very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would recommend to everyone
This hotel was everything I could have asked for. The family room was spacious and adequate for our stay. The room offered hot drinks and biscuits. Water tap on every floor and a large jug in the room which is complimentary. 5 minute walk up some stairs and you are at the castle and the top of the royal mile. Also the hop on hop off bus tour bus stop is opposite the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aileen Elizabeth

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jai Mark

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, St Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Denice

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fab hotel
Room was great and had lots of space. Clean towels everyday and a little welcome gift of an Apex signature duck. Was nice to come back to the hotel after a busy day, to find mulled wine and mince pies for guests to help their selves to. The grass market area is lovely and close to most attractions. The staff were friendly and catered to our needs. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staffs are very helpful, when we ask some questions. Hotel at very good location, many restaurant and stores all nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thiago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in an great position, easy walk to the Royal Mile and a couple of great coffee shops nearby for breakfast. Good sized double room, was very clean and had everything required. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024