Name: Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Address: 31-35 Grassmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 2HS, United Kingdom, 31-35 Grassmarket, Lothian, EH1 2HS, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £99 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.4

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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

This neighbourhood is a great choice for travellers interested in Old Town exploring, history and atmosphere – Check location 31-35 Grassmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 2HS, United Kingdom – This neighbourhood is a great choice for travellers interested in Old Town exploring, history and atmosphere – Check location

*8.8* National Museum of Scotland: only 6 minutes away! (500 yards on foot)

*9.1* Edinburgh Castle: only 4 minutes away! (300 yards on foot)

*9.2* Museum of Scotland: only 6 minutes away! (500 yards on foot)

*8.6* St. Giles Cathedral: only 6 minutes away! (500 yards on foot)

*9.1* Royal Mile: only 4 minutes away! (350 yards on foot)

*9.0* Edinburgh Military Tattoo: only 5 minutes away! (450 yards on foot)

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Nice bar on premises. Excellent view of the castle from our room on the 5th floor. Very clean. Grassmarket is a lively place just a few minutes walk from the Royal Mile.

Marianne, Australia

The situation of the hotel was brilliant - lovely bars and cafes nearby and within walking distance of all the main attractions (up hill). Room and bed very comfortable food in the restaurant good including breakfast.

Carole, United Kingdom

The gym was good, with a reasonable range of equipment. The view from our window, of Edinburgh Castle, could not have been better. Grassmarket is interesting and lively. The bathroom was fine.

Catherine, United Kingdom

Rooms were large. The bathrooms were good size and with good shower. Cleanliness OK. Beds comfortable.

P, United Kingdom

Free water and biscuits Good location Good sized room

Amanda, United Kingdom

Room was a comfortable size with a good view to the street. Location was excellent with public transport nearby, numerous and varied eating establishments to choose from outside. Friendly staff.

Robyn, Australia

Fabulous room, nice view and very comfortable bed!

Heather, United Kingdom

Staff were very pleasant. We upgraded our room for £12 and the room was beautiful. The view was also lovely.

Lauren, United Kingdom

Good location in the Grassmarket if you want a lively place to stay in the heart of the old town

Alan, United Kingdom

Location .. parking .. access .. clean .. helpful staff.

Pamela, United Kingdom

Stay in the heart of Edinburgh – Excellent location - show map

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In the vibrant Grassmarket area, this stylish hotel has a sauna, a pool, a gym, an award-winning restaurant, and free Wi-Fi for guests to enjoy. Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle are 15 minutes’ walk away.

The leisure facilities at Apex Grassmarket Hotel include Technogym fitness equipment and a swimming pool.

Tony Singh at Apex Grassmarket offers fusion food to share as well as views of Edinburgh's famous Grassmarket and Edinburgh Castle.

Each luxurious room has a widescreen TV, an en suite bathroom with shower and free luxury toiletries, and tea/coffee making facilities and bottled water. There hotel also offers a 24-hour room service, and a safety deposit box to use.

Old Town is a great choice for travellers interested in Old Town exploring, history and atmosphere.

This is our guests' favourite part of Edinburgh, according to independent reviews.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 2 (up to 0 years of age)	Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children) 2 double beds	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room size: 258 ft² This room has 2 queen-size beds with a view of Edinburgh Castle, a bath and/or walk-in shower, a mini fridge and safe, free WiFi and local calls. Additional features include a 42-inch TV with Freeview, complimentary mineral water, tea and coffee making facilities, iron and board. Room facilities: Telephone, Hairdryer, Iron, Refrigerator, Desk, Ironing Facilities, Free toiletries, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Satellite Channels, Bath or Shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, Electric kettle, Wardrobe/Closet, Landmark view Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
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댴 Private bathroom Room size: 301 ft² This room includes a king-size bed and a balcony with view of Edinburgh Castle, a bath and/or walk-in shower, free WiFi and local calls. Additional benefits include a 42-inch TV with Freeview, complimentary mineral water, tea and coffee making facilities, mini fridge and safe, iron and board. Room facilities: Telephone, Hairdryer, Iron, Balcony, Refrigerator, Desk, Ironing Facilities, Seating Area, Free toiletries, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Satellite Channels, Bath or Shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Electric kettle, Wardrobe/Closet, Landmark view Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
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댴 Private bathroom Room size: 258 ft² This room has 2 queen-size beds with a view of Edinburgh Castle, a bath and/or walk-in shower, a mini fridge and safe, free WiFi and local calls. Additional features include a 42-inch TV with Freeview, complimentary mineral water, tea and coffee making facilities, iron and board. Room facilities: Telephone, Hairdryer, Iron, Refrigerator, Desk, Ironing Facilities, Free toiletries, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Satellite Channels, Bath or Shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, Electric kettle, Wardrobe/Closet, Landmark view Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
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댴 Private bathroom Room size: 258 ft² This room has 2 queen-size beds with a view of Edinburgh Castle, a bath and/or walk-in shower, a mini fridge and safe, free WiFi and local calls. Additional features include a 42-inch TV with Freeview, complimentary mineral water, tea and coffee making facilities, iron and board. Room facilities: Telephone, Hairdryer, Iron, Refrigerator, Desk, Ironing Facilities, Free toiletries, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Satellite Channels, Bath or Shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, Electric kettle, Wardrobe/Closet, Landmark view Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
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댴 Private bathroom Room size: 215 ft² This room includes a queen-size bed, bath and/or walk-in shower, free WiFi and local calls. Additional features include a 42-inch TV with Freeview, complimentary mineral water, tea and coffee making facilities, iron and board. Room facilities: Telephone, Hairdryer, Iron, Desk, Ironing Facilities, Free toiletries, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Satellite Channels, Bath or Shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, Electric kettle, Wardrobe/Closet Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
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댴 Private bathroom Room size: 237 ft² This room includes 2 double beds, a bath and/or walk-in shower, free WiFi and local calls. Additional features include a 42-inch TV with Freeview, complimentary mineral water, tea and coffee making facilities, iron and board. Room facilities: Telephone, Hairdryer, Iron, Desk, Ironing Facilities, Free toiletries, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Satellite Channels, Bath or Shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, Electric kettle, Wardrobe/Closet Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
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댴 Private bathroom Room size: 258 ft² This room includes a queen-size bed with view of Edinburgh Castle, a bath and/or walk-in shower, free WiFi and local calls. Additional benefits include a 42-inch flat-screen TV with Freeview, complimentary mineral water, tea and coffee making facilities, mini fridge and safe, iron and board. Room facilities: Safety Deposit Box, Telephone, Hairdryer, Iron, Refrigerator, Desk, Ironing Facilities, Free toiletries, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Satellite Channels, Cable Channels, Bath or Shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, Electric kettle, Wardrobe/Closet, Landmark view Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children

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Apex Grassmarket Hotel is the perfect base from which to explore Edinburgh's iconic attractions -- the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and the Scottish National Gallery are just a brief walk away - and an ideal place for rest, relaxation and comfort.

Property surroundings – This neighbourhood is a great choice for travellers interested in Old Town exploring, history and atmosphere – Check location

Gas lamps light up elegant buildings and cobblestone streets in the oldest part of Scotland’s capital. The imposing Edinburgh castle looms over the city.

Closest landmarks

Armstrong's 0.1 miles
The Scotch Whisky Experience 0.1 miles
Edinburgh Castle 0.2 miles
Central Library 0.2 miles
Royal Mile 0.2 miles
Gladstones Land 0.2 miles
National Library of Scotland 0.2 miles
Gladstone's Land 0.2 miles
The Edinburgh Sheriff Court 0.2 miles
Edinburgh Military Tattoo 0.3 miles

Restaurants and markets

Witchery by the Castle Restaurant 0.3 miles

Closest airports

Edinburgh Airport 6.5 miles
Glasgow Airport 48.1 miles
Glasgow Prestwick Airport 61.7 miles

Shopping nearby – all within 500m!

Grassmarket Market

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“Location close to the main attractions. Superb view.”

Mal

United Kingdom

“A nice, comfortable room & really helpful staff who were all welcoming. We had dinner & drinks during our stay & a lovely breakfast the next morning gazing at the castle. It has a great location for an Edinburgh overnighter.”

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1 restaurant on site

Metro Bar & Brasserie

Menu: À la carte

Cuisine: Scottish, International

Open for: Lunch, Dinner

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All children are welcome.

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Pets are not allowed.

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Please note that guests staying over the Christmas and New Year period are advised to pre-book dinner over these dates, as reservations on check in cannot be guaranteed.

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19 September 2017

Jeremy
United Kingdom
7.5

Good
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • City Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Lifts not working and v slow
눇Comfortable good location
19 September 2017

Lywin
United Kingdom
6.7

“Wasted, by an incorrectly aligned divan base !!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • City Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Quality of sleep. Though quite relaxed, I did not sleep at all. In the early hours I noticed that one side of my back had gone sore, so shifted position. Soreness eased, but what seemed a couple hours later a different area of my back was sore. Made no connection between not being able to sleep and correct alignment of divan base of bed until checking room before departure when I noticed a 1-2 inch difference between the height of the 2 sections of the bed base. As I rarely have difficulty sleeping and slept soundly the night before and night after this night, I feel confident that my inability to sleep was clearly impacted (if not totally caused) by the bed base not being correctly connected causing the difference between the height of the 2 sections of the bed base. I'd intended to mention this at the front desk, but was so tired when checking out that I'd forgotten until asked if I'd enjoyed my stay. They were most apologetic and then didn't charge me for parking, which was something; but following a sound nights sleep, £12 seems precious little as I was so exhausted I lost the whole of the following day. I had planned to spend it (the Sunday) in Edinburgh with friends who live there, but I had to cancel that plan due to fearing if I became anymore tired I couldn't safely drive the hour back home from Edinburgh. £209 wasted as my night at the Apex Grassmarket, was a wee treat to enable my meeting friends early on the Sunday without having to get up earlier still and drive over. A day that I had to miss for fear of my ability to drive safely home later, due to exhaustion from lack of / no sleep!!
눇Location & price given the location
18 September 2017

Anonymous
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

“Awesome sauna and swimming pool!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • City Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
눉-
눇Awesome place to discover Edinburgh!
18 September 2017

Alan
United Kingdom
5.0

“I”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • City Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉For the price we paid I think a lot of things could b improved
18 September 2017

Carol
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
9.2

“Good hotel in wonderful location”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • City Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Expensive-tho our stay was during the Festival
눇Excellent location
18 September 2017

Marianne
Australia

1 helpful vote
10

“Friendly and convenient.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눇Nice bar on premises. Excellent view of the castle from our room on the 5th floor. Very clean. Grassmarket is a lively place just a few minutes walk from the Royal Mile.
17 September 2017

Danielle
United Kingdom
4.6

“Very disappointed won't be returning! Clearly treated like crap because we were a young couple.”
- • Couple
- • City Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Very disappointed to have paid £153 for a room that needed a good paint and bleach marks all over the carpet. Staff weren't very helpful either, we were suppose to get a city view room and got a view of a car park. Definitely won't be returning.
눇The pool and the sauna
17 September 2017

Stanley
Indonesia
3.3

“not recommended”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • City Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉an old hotel,does not feel comfortable
눇the location is good
17 September 2017

Liam
United Kingdom
9.6

“Brilliant night away to see Ryan Adams in Edinburghs usher hall”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • City Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Only the weather during the stay which is to be expected in the Scottish capital
눇Amazing view of Edinburgh castle
17 September 2017

Margaret
Australia
10

“Excellent would definitely recommend”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • City Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Nothing
눇No complaints at all
17 September 2017

Paul
USA
5.8

Okay
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • City Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
눉security was lacking; easily could have room keys added to elevator; instead they just harass you for your ID when you come back late, it was awful.
눇location
16 September 2017

Paul
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

“Fantastic few days in Edinburgh, highly recommend this hotel.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • City Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눉N/A
눇Great location, very friendly staff.
15 September 2017

Carole
United Kingdom
8.8

“Amazingly situated and I would come back - but would stay at back of the hotel.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • City Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉We were offered an upgrade (which we had to pay for) and this moved us from the back of the hotel to the front. Lovely views over the castle (picture attached) and a big room with two double beds but really loud street noise ( people coming out of clubs and bars until after 2am, vans delivering stuff, bottle banks being emptied)... so had to keep closing the window. No heating control/air conditioning in the room.
눇The situation of the hotel was brilliant - lovely bars and cafes nearby and within walking distance of all the main attractions (up hill). Room and bed very comfortable food in the restaurant good including breakfast.
12 September 2017

Andrew
United Kingdom
10

“Nice relaxing time with good friends”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • City Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Facing onto the car park
눇Location from train station value for money
11 September 2017

Anonymous
Belgium
6.7

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • City Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눉Bedroom rather small and dingy.
눇Good facilities at the hotel, and a great location.

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