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Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Edinburgh Castle

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Lobby
Lobby
Castle View Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Exterior
Castle View Suite | Living room | LED TV

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HJ
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪19 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
(65 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 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
(27 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 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 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
(22 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 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
(22 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 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
(2 reviews)
  • 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
(1 review)
  • 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 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
  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬1 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, 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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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 Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel on Nov 9, 2025 start from $125.33, 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.

Reviews

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 933 out of 1442 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 372 out of 1442 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1442 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1442 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1442 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

vlada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Please be aware that there is NO AIR CONDITIONING in the rooms. On Expedia website in the main description it was mentioned that the hotel had AC. You would assume that it means that all rooms have AC. In fact they only have a few more expensive rooms with AC. We stayed in July 2025 during a heat wave and our room (large triple room) had a small portable fan! It was not possible to stay in that room as it was a sauna. We had to pay extra to upgrade to a superior room to survive! Expedia refused to reimburse this extra expense. Other than that the hotel is very good. Breakfast is excellent and the staff is very nice and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rob

Wasted valuable time!

We reserved a room with a/c for a one night stay enjoy the Royal Mile and all it had to offer. We were very disappointed to find the room to be about 90 degrees and no a/c. I returned to the front desk and requested either a room with a/c or a refund. The staff was understanding and moved us to a room with a/c or so we thought. The a/c didn’t work in that room. So we were moved to another room, where the a/c barely worked but thought we would give it an hour or so to cool the room. This process had now taken over 2 hours to this point. We were starving and went across the street for food and would go back to check on the room temperature. An hour an a half later, it’s still very warm in the room. We notify the front desk and come up and advise it’s working properly. They bring up 2 fans. We had friends staying there as well, who literally had to sleep in sweat pants because their room was so cold. Now we’ve waisted more time at the hotel. We try and go see the town before an early flight back out to the states the next morning, just to find the still to be hot. We were very upset at that point! It’s was so nice outside that night, that I thought about sleeping on the street, like a homeless person! I realize it’s not the management’s fault. Maybe a better maintenance staff would go a long ways! Hey maintenance staff, I would probably start by checking the capacitors on your units! And I don’t know that much about a/c’s. We wouldn’t stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kristen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Staff was very helpful with directions and transportation. Fantastic stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sueann

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Good location to all attractions. Fridge was a great amenity to have . Filtered water on each floor was excellent. Room was spacious. Lovely breakfast. Carpet had a few stains and walls a few marks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mats

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kamakshi, Oakville

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

8/10 Good

Raul

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

Great location good room

Good location, a lot of dining options around, just a few steps away from Royal Mile. Good room for European standards
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Raul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good size room for Europe, excellent breakfast, very clean, great Staff. Location is good, a lot of restaurants and pubs in the area, just a small climb to the royal mile
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Katelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overall, cute hotel and well designed and in a fun area. I found our room tight for 3: me, my husband and our son but it was liveable. I docked a few points because the hotel was so hot I got heat rash, even though it was cold (16-18 Celsius) outside. The staff said they’d fully open our window while we were out, because of some kind of child lock, but instead we got back and it was closed. We opened it again as much as we could (not much) but it was too hot.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a great time here, and loved how the property is committed to sustainability!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

renzo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean and modern hotel. Note that not all rooms have AC. There was a heatwave during our stay and our allocated room felt like it was 100 degrees. There was a fan, but we were told there was no AC. We refused to stay in the room. The lovely receptionist was able to find us a room with AC which was appreciated, but we had to wait until it was ready. This caused a 45 min delay, which we were not happy about having just returned from a long trip from the highlands and missed our dinner reservation. Other clients were also complaining about the lack of AC and the heat in their rooms. I would return, but only if a room with AC was guaranteed. I acknowledge that this heat wave was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff were amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The central location places a guest near most center city attractions and within walking distances. Downside were the occasional late-night crowd noises and few outlets for any sundry or drug store needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey Loren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely situated in the Grassmarket area of the Old Town with great view of the castle. Breakfast servings are good too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Terry, Falmouth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The first room we were assigned at check in had no AC. We had staff come and check the thermostat in the room because it was so warm and they opened a window but there was no breeze so the room was very warm all night. In the morning I shared my concern with the front desk and we were moved to a room with AC. Who knew such a thing existed when we checked in!! The first room had no working telephone and the outlets didn’t work. I assumed it was my adapter but it worked fine in the new room the second night. Location was terrific and we walked everywhere! There were some great restaurants handy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

J T

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Staci

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place in center of everything. The room was hot, even in early June. There was a fan in the room but it didn’t work.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025