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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4.0 star property
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Interior
Indoor pool
Family Room, 2 Double Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Front of property – evening/night

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym

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31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HS
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Military Tattoo Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪24 min drive‬
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City Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

City Double Room

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(77 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
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(82 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
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(54 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
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(48 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
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(30 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Hotel with an indoor pool, steps from Grassmarket
Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a fitness centre. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a sauna are on-site.
Apex Grassmarket Hotel offers 169 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. 55-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna and a fitness centre.

Children aged under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Apex Grassmarket Hotel's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Edinburgh Castle. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus an indoor pool and a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym and a sauna
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the overall comfort, cleanliness and comfy beds
  • Steps from Grassmarket and 6 minutes on foot from Edinburgh Castle
Apex Grassmarket Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness centre. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and 7 meeting rooms are available. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Apex Grassmarket Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Metro Bar & Brasserie – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Late-night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 19.50 to 19.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Metro Bar & Brasserie

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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 travelling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 19.50 to 19.50 for adults and GBP 0 to 17.5 for children
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 20 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests arriving after 11 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 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.

Property is also known as

Apex Hotel International
Apex International Edinburgh
Apex International Hotel
Apex International Hotel Edinburgh
Hotel Apex International
Apex International Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland
Apex Grassmarket Hotel Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket
Apex Grassmarket Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland
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Apex Grassmarket Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1550 out of 2434 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 595 out of 2434 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 197 out of 2434 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 2434 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 2434 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Avneet

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Spacious hotel room, great location, some stains here and there, no fan in bathroom and thin walls but overall really good stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mindi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and the rooms were cozy! The hotel was in the perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

silvio

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and courteous staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Tony

Liked: Staff & service
The room was adequate, very noisy from the street, the lighting in the room was poor, the room felt tired along with the bathroom, The bedding was a poor fit and that is poor for a superior room, I feel it was overpriced for the quality of the room, bedding etc The staff were all friendly and helpful, check in was good, would we stay at Apex Grassmarket again No
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the above was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was not very clean, also shower tray/tiles were badly damaged, sunk down when stood near the the drain. Tiles and grout had deteriorated and become sharpe underfoot. Reported to the hotel reception
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and comfortable room. The front desk staff was helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

martin

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very noisy location. Room wasn’t that clean, awkward layout with reception area inbetween 2 sets of stairs a pain with luggage. Didn’t supply enough towels, didn’t answer phone on reception. Overpriced for what it is.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Terrific location in very scenic location with everything within walking distance. Great to have pool and sauna. I loved being in the pool looking at the castle! Helpful, friendly staff. Clean, comfortable room. Good night’s sleep. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location is amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Annalee

Liked: Amenities
friendly attentive staff, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a super nice area - loads of restaurants, pubs and shops. Double decker bus was great for getting around to see the sights. Everything you needed was at our door step! The bedding was nice, they had coffee, tea and hot chocolate in our room with delicious cookies. It was nice to have a window open for fresh air as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madelaine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We took advantage of the sauna and it was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Dublin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast and friendly staff, decent room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was well kept, and spacious. It was nice having so much space after being in such small rooms during our holiday. The staff are super friendly, and always willing to help in anyway they can. I love that they had a glass carafe in our room for us to refill at a water station on our floor. There is one on every floor I believe. It’s nice having water for our reusable cups as we go around town, or to finish up the day with a cup of tea. We had such a lovely time in Edinburgh, that we would gladly rebook at this location again when we return.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jenna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Check in was a delayed we were told we could check in at 2:30 but couldn’t get in till 3:30 and we had an afternoon tea reservation so that stuck but otherwise it was lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly and welcoming staff, huge room, comfy beds, location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celide

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was helpful and friendly. They had loads of ideas on what to do or where to eat. The view of Edinburgh castle from the balcony room was stunning. We loved all the Grassmarket area had to offer. The room was clean and exactly what we were expecting. The breakfast was a good deal and the bus stop was right out front of the hotel.
View from our room
Grassmarket
Grassmarket
Last Drop pub/dining
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dana

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Heidi

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

George

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Didn't have breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025