Apex Grassmarket Hotel

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A short walk from Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street, 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 children's meals. In addition to a gym and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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The current price is Rp2.881.265
Rp3.630.394 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov

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  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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City Twin Room

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  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Castle View Superior Room

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  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a view of a cityscape through a window with yellow curtains.

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

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

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Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony

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  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Near a train station, Apex Grassmarket Hotel is in Edinburgh City Centre, a walkable area in Edinburgh with great shopping. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HS

What's nearby

  • A historic castle on a hill with a crowd in the foreground.
    Grassmarket
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A cobblestone street lined with colorful buildings, a pub named 'Squeez,' and a shop called 'Pink.'
    Victoria Street
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.
    Royal Mile
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A golden fountain with statues in a park with a large building in the background.
    Princes Street Gardens
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A historic castle on a hill with a statue in the foreground.
    Edinburgh Castle
    4 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop
    11 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station)
    13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cold Town House
    1 min walk
  • The Scotch Whisky Experience
    4 min walk
  • The Fiddler's Arms
    1 min walk
  • Beehive Inn
    1 min walk
  • The Last Drop
    2 min walk

About this property

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

  • Upscale hotel near Royal Mile
  • A short walk from Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street, 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 children's meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a business centre.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • An indoor pool
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
    • A lift, a 24-hour front desk and 7 meeting rooms
    • Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and concierge services
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, central location and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 169 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to thoughtful touches such as late-night room service and free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
  • More amenities include:
    • Free toiletries and hairdryers
    • 55-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
    • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Tourism Programme. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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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 to 10:00 PM.

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

As of 23 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apex Grassmarket Hotel on 8 Nov 2026 start from Rp2.881.265, 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: 3:00 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?

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

Where is Apex Grassmarket Hotel located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Grassmarket and Royal Mile. Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh are also within 10 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 11 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Apex Grassmarket Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1876 out of 2976 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 741 out of 2976 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 251 out of 2976 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 2976 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 2976 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was so wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location, great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, great view from the room. Breakfast was excellent, staff were helpful, plenty of onsite parking for a fee
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Smooth and friendly check in. Awesome location with views of the castle! Would definitely use again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved this hotel so much!! Everyone was so incredibly kind and the room and bathroom were so nice! Location was absolutely perfect. Very central and you can literally see the castle from out front!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location! Easy to walk all around town and up to the castle from this hotel. Room was nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and friendly staff. Lots of bars and restaurants in Grassmarket, and it is convenient to the sites. The rooms were very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly check in great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Location is great, right below the castle, and a few minutes from the Royal Mile.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had the most wonderful stay. I purchased the birthday package for my husbands 40th and it was exactly as described. You could beat the views and location of this motel as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Disliked: Amenities
Great location, nice staff, convenient parking Wish they offered coffee in lobby.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location. Great variety of stores in eateries. Clean rooms would definitely come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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perfect location for visiting edinburgh. you walk out and are hit in the face with a stunning view of edinburgh castle. minutes away from great food and drinks. would recommend this to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good breakfast, helpful staff, excellent amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location super friendly staff and the food was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location very clean hotel. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location. No air conditioning so room felt stuffy. Hotel had nice breakfast. Location was the key
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Location in Grassmarket was perfect. Beautiful accommodations and excellent customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location with lots of restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay, so accommodating and the staff were very pleasant and helpful, always cheerful and smiling. They made us feel very at home. They also helped me pull a surprise off for my aunt. In addition to that, the location is perfect. If you’re stressing about what part of town to stay in, this is where you need to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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The hotel was in a Great location for site seeing & walking around, the breakfast was very good. There are lots of restaurants nearby. Our room was hot- no AC, which I don’t remember seeing this mentioned when I booked online.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was wonderful and it’s nicely located in the Grassmarket section of Edinburgh. Onsite cafe, bar, and if you want to enjoy the Fringe, it’s right there. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice staff and clean hotel. Breakfast was great too!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, good staff, perfect location to visit Edinburgh.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026