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Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Grassmarket
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Castle View Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Castle View Suite | Living room | LED TV

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HJ
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪19 min drive‬
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Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

City Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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City Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

City Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

City Double Room Single Use

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Castle View Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Castle View Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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City Plus Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

City Plus Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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City Plus Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

City Plus Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room

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

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Castle View Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Castle View Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Castle View Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Castle View Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel is adjacent to Grassmarket and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Edinburgh Castle. The 122 rooms at this 4-star hotel include coffee makers, LED TVs, and desk chairs.

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Princes Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal Mile - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Grassmarket
Guests staying at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and wedding services. Self parking is available for GBP 20 per night. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and tours or tickets.
Guests can enjoy LED TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, free local calls, and portable fans.

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.

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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)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 18.50 to 18.50 per person

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • 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
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

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
Guests traveling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18.50 to 18.50 for adults, and GBP 0 to 18.50 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 20 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Is a free cancellation option available at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

As of Nov 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel on Nov 24, 2025 start from $148.35, 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.

What's there to see near Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Edinburgh City Centre, just steps from Grassmarket, and within a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street. You'll also find Royal Mile and George Street less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 20 per night. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like wedding services plus some guestrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel offers a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel.

Does Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

The closest major airport to Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 7.7 mi away (25 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel.

Does Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel offer wedding services?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 962 out of 1473 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 377 out of 1473 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1473 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1473 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1473 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Meghan, Fayetteville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, rooms were okay, staff was polite.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best of both worlds, a modern hotel conveniently located in Edinburgh’s Old Town. Very walkable to major attractions. We had an air conditioned castle view room (not all rooms are air-conditioned!) with a great view, but on the weekend the Grassmarket area is really hopping until the small hours, so it can be pretty loud. Hotel staff are very friendly and accommodating, amenities are good however the restaurant was closed for part of our stay so can’t comment on that. If you are driving, there is very limited parking behind the hotel through an alleyway, we were fortunate to get a spot. We would definitely stay there again when visiting Edinburgh. Good value for money and excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Renate

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in Old Town, everything walkable in city center
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bed was lovely, room was really nice. Amazing central location. Loved the water filter on our floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Pui Lam Emily

Traveled with family

1st floor = ground floor

The location is excellent. My room was on 1st floor but actually is level to the road. Noisy when cars passed by.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Leonardo

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room I stayed in was the worst room I’ve ever stayed in! This is because at my stay they didn’t gave us a blanket for one of the beds and we were put in a room next to a machine that made an intense noice at night that didn’t let me sleep. Also the price was extremely high for the service we received.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kendra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Lucia

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and rooms super clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The area was fantastic, steps to dining and shopping and the hop on/off bus stop. There is a farmer's market on Saturdays (at least in the summer time) which was a lovely surprise, and a Sainsbury (grocery store) up the street. When we got there we were told that there was no a/c in the hotel- which I can understand with it being Edinburgh, however, being on the fourth floor, the room was very stuffy and the windows did not open enough to allow for good air flow. The hotel provided a desktop fan for the room, I needed a second one, which they provided without hassle. Guests of this hotel are entitled to use the pool and restaurant at their sister hotel a few steps away, but the pool is not actually in this hotel and the restaurant in this hotel is only open for breakfast, however, it looks like the space was available for use throughout the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved Apex City Hotel. The staff members were all very friendly, the guest room was clean, comfortable and spacious for 3 people. There's a nice buffet style breakfast at the hotel restaurant at reasonable prices. We can walk to shops, local restaurants and attractions. Edinburgh Castle is a 15 minute walk. National Art Gallery is a 10 minute walk. Loved the purified water dispenser on each floor and a water carafe in the room--did not have to buy bottled water! We were here for the Fringe Festival and could walk to all the major performance venues (the furthest one was only a 15 minutes walk).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location! Great value! Fabulous staff! Very eco friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Brendan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Service was poor. Communication skills were challenging.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

VICTORIA

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable convenient facility.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, hotel Alrite, small rooms, no A/C in rooms but worked
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a convenient location with kind staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Earl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is located in the heart of Edinburgh, with a great view of the city. It's in walking distance of great shopping, pubs, and restaurants. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Parking is an extra fee and they have a very small lot. Breakfast is also an extra fee but was delicious with friendly service. I especially appreciate the chilled, filtered water they offer on each floor. We stayed in a "family room" that does not have air conditioning. But they had a fan available and it was quite comfortable. We were there at the end of July.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and housekeeper were great
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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