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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star eco-certified hotel near Edinburgh Castle

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Castle View Superior Room
Indoor pool

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available

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31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HS
  • Grassmarket
    1 min walk
  • Scotch Whisky Experience
    4 min walk
  • Princes Street Gardens
    4 min walk
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    16 min drive

Room options

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Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony

Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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City Twin Room

City Twin Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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City Double Room

City Double Room

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Castle View Superior Room

Castle View Superior Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Exterior

Market Street Hotel

Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Breakfast available
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (1003)
The price is CA $497
per night
CA $596 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Market Street Hotel

About the area

Edinburgh

Heart of Edinburgh.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 - 0.1 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

4-star eco-certified hotel near Edinburgh Castle
Apex Grassmarket Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. 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 center and 7 meeting rooms are available. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the eco-certified Apex Grassmarket Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 169 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Apex Grassmarket Hotel offers 169 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. 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.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

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

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

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

  • 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 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)

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

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

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Apex International Edinburgh
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Apex Grassmarket Hotel Edinburgh
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Apex Grassmarket Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 868 out of 1416 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 367 out of 1416 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 1416 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1416 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1416 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

4/10 Poor

ROBERT, Arlington

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
First we were given keys to an already occupied room. Then a car alarm in the car park sounded for more than an hour starting at 2:00 am, preventing further sleep. Then the fire alarm went off at 5:30 so we had to evacuate. Let back in, the alarm went off again. Since we had an early flight we packed up and left at 6:00am. Total of four hours sleep. I will be requesting a refund.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eliz

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at the front desk was super friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Super clean rooms. Yummy breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view is outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, nice room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel! Modern and clean and great location. Would recommend and definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Able to walk to shops, restaurants & Military Tatoo. Friendly & helpful staff, able to have a carpets at accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very accommodating
The staff really added to this Hotel - very friendly helpful and no problem attitude when we asked for a room switch to have a quieter location. Very comfortable bright Hotel with plus having a pool for relaxation after hitting the city streets.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Caroline

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a prime city center location, making it perfect for exploring the area. The room was clean and spacious, though there were some mold spots in the washroom. It can get a bit loud at night due to its central location, but the friendly staff made the stay enjoyable overall. Ideal if you want to be in the heart of the action!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are in Edinburgh….must stay place!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding time in Edinburgh!
Absolutely perfect! Location was incredible; walking distance to everything (Fringe festival, Tattoo, food)! Parking was very convenient. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect for walking about and taking in the history. Getting in and out of the shower was extremely difficult due to the height of the bathtub. The room was uncomfortable due to the heat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to all we wanted to see and do.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher, Calgary

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here on our Scotland trip in August 24. We had two nights when we arrived, went to the highlands and came back for two nights before going back home. We had different but nearly identical rooms (just two doors down), both on their second floor (main floor is floor zero). Pool was a nice plus for the kids. The hotel overall is very nice and very conveniently located, everything was walkable for us and Airlink 100 to and from the Airport was an easy 15min walk to its stops (lots of people wheeling luggage around the area). The rooms we were in had two queen sized beds which were on the hard side. These were not just doubles (as listed on the website) which was nice. We had an amazing view of the castle. The cost of this is the noise from the plaza on Grassmarket, which was noticeable even with a closed window. It was actually warm while we were there and there is no AC, so with the window open it was kinda loud. This is just for information purposes was absolutely not a dealbreaker for us. Lots of restaurants nearby, our favourite was Nok’s Kitchen (Thai food), we ate there twice! I recommend the hotel and would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzie

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location right in the center of the Grassmarket.and across from the steps up to the Fort. A very nice breakfast spread is provided. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall an excellent hotel and amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rajat, San Diego

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located. Could have better breakfast and bar options.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Maciej

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No air conditioning in room it's a minus
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asesh, kitchener

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, heart in the downtown area. Very convenient. Friendly and caring staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Location was great and room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhett

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024