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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4.0 star property
Eco-certified Edinburgh hotel in Old Town Edinburgh with a fitness center

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Castle View Superior Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Indoor pool

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
The price is AED 499
AED 581 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec

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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

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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City Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

City Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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City Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

City Double Room

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Castle View Superior Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Castle View Superior Room

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • 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

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

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31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HS

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 8 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Princes Street - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Royal Mile - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Black Bull - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Biddy Mulligans - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Upscale eco-certified hotel near Edinburgh Castle
A short walk from Princes Street and University of Edinburgh, Apex Grassmarket Hotel provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site restaurant, Metro Bar & Brasserie, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • An elevator, a banquet hall, and a front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services, 7 meeting rooms, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 169 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to thoughtful touches like late night room service and free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • LED light bulbs, electric kettles, and heating

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

Property amenities

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; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends: GBP 17.50-17.50 for adults and GBP 0-17.50 for children
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service

Restaurants on site

  • Metro Bar & Brasserie

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms - 7

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.
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 39
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED light bulbs
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 17.50 to 17.50 for adults, and GBP 0 to 17.50 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

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
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Apex International Hotel Edinburgh
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Apex International Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland
Apex Grassmarket Hotel Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
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Apex Grassmarket Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland
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Frequently asked questions

Does Apex Grassmarket Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Apex Grassmarket Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Self parking is available for GBP 20 per night.

What time is check-in at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Apex Grassmarket Hotel located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this eco-certified hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Grassmarket, Edinburgh Castle, and University of Edinburgh. Royal Mile and Princes Street are also within 15 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 15 minutes.

Apex Grassmarket Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 866 out of 1409 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 364 out of 1409 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1409 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1409 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1409 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in the old town across the street from the Castle, attractions and lots of pubs and restaurants. Nice breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daron, SUWANEE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room mattress was very firm, which is good for those that like it. The bathroom has a tub, but it is elevated, which makes it harder for shorter people getting out, as there is a significant step downwards getting out of it. The breakfast is not something that I would include in the package. There are many different dining options around the area that can easily be chosen, and provide great options instead.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Early check in was a bonus, but having a pool and room service was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

JOHN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location very nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Riley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, nice location, good food :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Nice clean room. Squeaky floor above us, front desk a little slow, but otherwise excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sean

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Great breakfast and perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

lena

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
I wanted to give this hotel a great review but our experience started off rocky. We arrived at 10:30 am and asked the reception staff if there was any way we could check in before 2:30PM - we politely said we would be willing to pay as well because we were exhausted from travel. The younger boy advised we could not at the moment so we asked if we could wait in the lobby. While we waited, we noticed several people coming in and checking in early and also being pleasantly greeted by the staff, notably an employee named Gregerly. We were the only POC checking in as guests and we noticed that the other guests were treated a lot more personable and friendly than we were. Around 12:50pm there was another group that was able to check in early, so my sister went up to ask if there was any update for us. The younger boy asked for the name again and told her “you’ll have to come at 2:30 and I’ll let you know.” While we are aware that we’re not entitled to an early check in, that was not our issue. The discomfort and frustration was in the way we were treated compared to the other guests. Gregory made small talk and asked the guests if they needed anything else. Meanwhile when it was our turn to check in, he didn’t make eye contact, forgot to grab one of our bags, didn’t tell us about our amenities or thermostat functions, etc. Although the first day left a bad impression, we were able to turn it around with Antonio and Alasder - they were so helpful and provided great service.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean and comfortable. Staff was very friendly and courteous. Room was clean and the building itself was clearly well taken care of. The location though was just absolutely unbelievable. Views of Edinburgh Castle from your room and right when you walk out the front doors. Bus stops are close and many great food and shopping options are within walking distance. We were pleasantly surprised to wake up our first morning and find a pop-up market in the square across from the hotel. Just an amazing location especially for the price!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easily walkable to most of the city sights, dining, shopping. A market across the street on Saturday; wide venue of products, food to soap. A 5-10 minute ride from/to the train station.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and modern hotel in Edinburgh Old Town. Good beds! Extremely friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, beautiful and well appointed rooms, comfy beds. I will definitely come back to the same hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xuejin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kamaljit

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, we walked everywhere. Friendly staff helped with issues raised. Good breakfast with plenty of options, but disappointmented when we asked the waiter a question about the food and he lied to our face about the ingrediants. That could be dangerous for someone. Bath tubs need attention, Carpets need attention spill marks.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location, lovely Scottish breakfast, comfy beds; some bits could do with replacing eg breakfast chairs torn, carpet in bedroom stained
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott A

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our visit a great deal. Only concern was safety of bath/shower. Elevated shower floor and rounded floor to sidewall is going to hurt someone someday. Good you provided bath mat and handle on wall.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

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

10/10 Excellent

Jazmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was amazing! Location was great and the staff was very friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location at a good price, friendly and incredibly helpful staff, comfortable rooms. Easy access to great dining, shopping, historical locations, and the castle. All city tours (hop on/off) stop right across the street. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent at the heart of old Edinburgh. Wonderful view of Castle greeted you every morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024