Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Eco-certified hotel with a fitness center and a sauna

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July 2025

August 2025

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

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Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

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Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Heating

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Separate bathtub and shower

Bathrobes

301 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

City Twin Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Hair dryer

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Electric kettle

258 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Queen Beds

City Double Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

Wardrobe or closet

226 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Castle View Superior Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

258 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

258 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Edinburgh Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Princes Street - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Royal Mile - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

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
‪The 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, tour/ticket assistance, and a banquet hall
A front-desk safe, meeting rooms, and a computer station
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

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$218 nightly

Jul 21 - Jul 22

Total includes taxes and fees

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 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 center
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
Elevator (39 inch wide door)
Front entrance ramp
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking

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
Smoking not allowed
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

42-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

24-hour room service
Electric kettle

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: 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 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

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 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)

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

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

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

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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.

How much does it cost to stay at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

As of Jul 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apex Grassmarket Hotel on Jul 20, 2025 start from $217.85, 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.

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.