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Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4.0 star property

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Old Town style with castle views

In the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, this chic city centre hotel keeps the mood contemporary while the Grassmarket hums outside. Days begin with a hearty breakfast spread, and evenings can settle into modern British dining in the bright, sleek Agua Restaurant and Bar. A playful Bobby rubber duck waiting in-room adds a light touch to the stay.
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  • Castle-at-your-doorstep

    Set at the foot of Edinburgh Castle, just a five-minute walk to the gates.

  • Dining with a pedigree

    AA Rosette Agua Restaurant and Bar serves classic European flavors in style.

  • Pool, sauna, and gym next door

    Complimentary access to the sister hotel’s leisure facilities, steps away.
$239 nightly
The total price is $301
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees

Amenities

  • Collect chilled or ambient water at Belu stations
  • City Plus rooms with walk-in shower
  • Castle View Suites with separate living area
  • In-room Antipodes organic toiletries for baths
  • Near Edinburgh Waverley for easy day trips
  • Local buses stop close by for quick hops
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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

City Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(82 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a lamp.

City Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for City Double Room Single Use

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

City Double Room Single Use

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a television.

Castle View Suite

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

View all photos for City Plus Double Room

A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a small table with a lamp.

City Plus Double Room

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

View all photos for City Plus Twin Room

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a wooden headboard, and a wall-mounted lamp.

City Plus Twin Room

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a bedside table.

Family Room

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

View all photos for Castle View Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, desk, and television.

Castle View Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Castle View Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Old Town Edinburgh
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 2,807 reviews
$225 nightly
The price is $283
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

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61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HJ

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Victoria Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Royal Mile - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Military Tattoo Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 20 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 14 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 21 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bow Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

  • Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Royal Mile and Grassmarket. Also, Princes Street Gardens and Edinburgh Castle are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast. Public transportation is just a short walk: Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 14 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 122 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11 AM
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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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 20 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Free use of nearby fitness center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Waste recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

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.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 18.50 to 18.50 per person

Parking

  • Self parking costs GBP 20 per night

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
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Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 20 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel and nearby?

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel has access to a nearby indoor pool.

What's the area around Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel like?

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel is in Old Town Edinburgh, a short 10-minute walk from Princes Street Tram Stop and 4 minutes' walk from Royal Mile. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was generous, plentiful, and of good quality with many choices. (154 reviews)
  • The hotel's restaurant offered excellent quality food with a good variety of choices and generous portions. (79 reviews)
  • The hotel offers spacious bathrooms with large tubs and excellent water pressure in the shower. (14 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

Hotel is in a great location, very clean and staff were very friendly and helpful!
Graham, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and friendly staff.
Lissette, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very kind and helpful and the location was perfect!
Emily, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice room. Friendly staff, great location, good breakfast
Annie Junker, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location, good breakfast.
Anna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, very comfortable room and helpful staff. Felt safe and quiet.
Jerika, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean, good breakfast
Jorge, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and great location.
Sebastian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect situated in the middle of the old town. Everything just a short walk away. Nice roms, Nice breakfast with a wide selection.
Jorun E Seegaard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, plenty of shops and restaurants to walk to. Delicious breakfast. Air conditioner didn't work that great. The bathtub was a big bonus to soak in after days of walking.
Kara, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean room, nice staff
Scott, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Located in an excellent area. Within walking distance to most attractions.
Chris, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great breakfast
Alexander, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and modern room. Great location. Central to key attractions.
Dawn, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, great hotel, very helpful staff , would recommend to anyone staying in Edinburgh
Claudio, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, perfect location
Roger, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, great location, friendly staff - will stay here again!
Todd, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spacey room, convenient place, nice staff, cleanness! If I have to say one thing, bathroom can be cleaned a little bit more. There were mounds at the corner.
Yuriho, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay. The staff was very friendly upon arrival. The room was clean and exactly what we needed. Breakfast was delicious.
Colleen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast overwhelmed my expectations. Location cannot be better. I look forward to returning someday.
Dan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is our go to spot every time we’re fortunate enough to be in Edinburgh. It’s lovely and the location is ideal. The staff are very helpful, the rooms are spotless and comfortable and the amenities are excellent. We keep coming back.
Nancy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, great amenities, staff were friendly and helpful
Abbie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and modern and the staff very nice and helpful. Good location too.
Irene, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable, great location and staff are helpful. Highly recommended to those people seeking to visit Edinburgh.
Meldy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay staff very helpful and hotel in the center of the granaries quarter. Food in the hotel both evening meal and breakfast was excellent and competitively priced
Andrew, 1-night trip