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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HJ
  • Grassmarket
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • University of Edinburgh
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 258 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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(63 reviews)
  • 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 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 within a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle. Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Princes Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal Mile - 8 min walk - 0.5 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
  • ‪Ensign Ewart - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Bow Bar - ‬3 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.

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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 2,112 reviews
$234 nightly
The price is $281
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

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 Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel on Oct 8, 2025 start from $194.77, 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. 894 out of 1392 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 362 out of 1392 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1392 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1392 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1392 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Pia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Trevlig personal och bra läge.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the second time in 2 years that I have stayed at this particular property while traveling alone. Very clean, safe, and good amenities. The only complaint is that there is no mirror in the bedroom, where one has to dry their hair because of the electrical configurations in the UK. As in, no outlet for a hairdryer in the bathroom, which is fine -- as long as there is a mirror available in the space where the outlet is. First world problem? Yes. Still annoying for a higher end hotel? Definitely.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it. Great position great value great room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gay

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LAURA

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property near castle
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Can

Traveled with group

Be careful about room choice

I booked a City Double Room, 1 Queen Bed. The room I got looked nothing like the pictures (it was much smaller), and was at a balmy 84ºF (29ºC) with no AC. I'm not even sure how this was possible given the outside temperature was in the 50s. There was a small portable fan that did little more than turn the room into a convection oven. The first night there were no other rooms available, but on my second night they were able to move me to a much larger room with AC, at a small additional cost. This is the only reason I'm giving this hotel a 3-star rating; otherwise it would be 1-star.
Temperature in the room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs

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

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is great, room was nice and modern. It is really well located which means you might hear people outside at nighttime but it wouldn’t stop me from staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yilan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, friendly staff and great value of money!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

C

Traveled with group
Could not cool down the room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very clean, well appointed bedrooms and bathrooms, very helpful staff, location very central. Breakfasts tasty and well presented.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maureen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg, West Chicago

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking was super convenient, and staff was lovely. The breakfast was incredible! Location was fabulous, short walk to the Castle and Royal Mile. Safe neighborhood, great atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, seeing the castle every morning from the 3rd floor window was great. Friendly staff and breakfast was very nicely done
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jasbir

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Apex is a modern hotel in the old (but busy and touristy) part of Edinburgh. Plenty of restaurants and coffee shops in the surrounding area. It’s within easy walking distance of the Royal Mile, the Museum and Princess Street although with suitcases, a taxi to Waverley station is needed. Overall, very pleased with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place to stay. Clean and beautiful room. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic location. Fully outfitted room. Bed was very comfortable. Espresso machine in the room!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

DR S I

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable stay, with a very accommodating team. Cooked breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in May 2025