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Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Edinburgh Castle

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HJ
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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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
(76 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Castle View Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

City Plus Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

City Plus Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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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
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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 Princes Street Gardens. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • National Museum of Scotland - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Military Tattoo Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 5 min walk - 0.3 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
  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Barantine - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4-star 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. Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel also features dry cleaning/laundry services, complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility, and a front-desk safe. 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)
  • 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.

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Apex Grassmarket Hotel
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  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
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Total with taxes and fees
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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 self 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: 3:00 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

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
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.

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 Feb 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel on Feb 22, 2026 start from $101.25, 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: 3:00 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

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1046 out of 1577 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 387 out of 1577 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1577 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1577 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1577 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todd, Cochranton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, great location, friendly staff - will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Velma

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan, Swindon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I have to say, not our best choice of hotels in Edinburgh. Lots of little things created a disappointing stay: I had booked rooms for six. Only half were given the VIP drinks vouchers, the other three had to ask. My room had a musty smell, a cracked toilet pan which had discoloured, and a light bulb out. I thought the duvets could have been a great tog (but appreciate this is personal) and water temperature on Saturday not very hot. The restaurant/bar was closed, we had to walk to the near Apex for lunchtime/evening drinks! I felt overall, a little tired and not very 4*
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in CENTRAL location. Room was a good size and comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for 10 days and enjoyed how convenient it was to all the top tourist sites. Tip: easy walk to the bus stop at the National Museum to get to wherever isn't an easy walk. The hotel staff was helpful, rooms were cleaned well. The restaurant in the sister hotel 100 feet away has an excellent dinner. The children and I enjoyed the pool and sauna there before dinner after our days of sightseeing. All the little extras, some included and some I paid extra for, were all worth it. Great view of the Castle, too!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, comfortable room, fabulous location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice room with a view of the castle, very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betül

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room friendly staff nothing too much trouble
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely breakfast, helpfull amd friendly staf and really comfortably bed. Couldn't fault our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Harry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was great and spacious with lovely bathroom. Staff were really helpful and breakfast had great options with lots of food
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Indra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were awesome Room extremely clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aureen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean bedrooms and just very comfortable stay. Bath water could be hotter butthat the only tiny thing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had a spectacular view of the castle! The hotel location provided access to everything including transportation . The staff was friendly and helpful! I loved everything about my stay at Apex Hotel!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
From check in to check out we found the staff very friendly and efficient, especially the breakfast team. Perfect location, away from the busy city centre yet an easy walk in.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefano

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! The location is next to victoria street and its in a great area with restaurants and cafes. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, castle view, comfy and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cira

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Kate

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025