Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Hotel with indoor pool, near Edinburgh Castle

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Sat 15 Nov
Wed 19 Nov
November 2025
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December 2025
View from property
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Front of property – evening/night
City Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Indoor pool
Nestled near Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile, Apex Grassmarket Hotel offers a relaxing retreat with an indoor pool, sauna, and fitness center. Unwind on the terrace or indulge in breakfast at Metro Bar & Brasserie. With multilingual staff and tour assistance available to help plan your day.
VIP Access
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Business centre
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lift
£149
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov

Room options

Showing 5 of 5 rooms
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
City Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
City Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
City Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

City Double Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
In-room safe
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
City Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
City Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

City Twin Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Castle View Superior Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Castle View Superior Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Castle View Superior Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Castle View Superior Room

Excellent

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Family Room, 2 Double Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Family Room, 2 Double Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony | Bathroom shower
Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony

Wonderful

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Princes Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • George Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 16 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 17 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 15 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

When you stay at Apex Grassmarket Hotel, you'll be in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Grassmarket and Edinburgh Castle. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Metro Bar & Brasserie, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a fitness centre and a sauna. Fellow travellers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff. Public transportation is only a short walk: Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 15 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 169 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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

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

Children

    • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (GBP 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

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

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 100
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Front entrance ramp

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch LCD TV

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

Metro Bar & Brasserie – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 19.50 to 19.50 for adults and GBP 0 to 17.5 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Self-parking costs GBP 20 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

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

Also known as

Apex Hotel International
Apex International Edinburgh
Apex International Hotel
Apex International Hotel Edinburgh
Hotel Apex International
Apex International Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland
Apex Grassmarket Hotel Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket
Apex Grassmarket Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland
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Apex Grassmarket Hotel Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket Hotel Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does Apex Grassmarket Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Apex Grassmarket 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Yes. Self-parking costs GBP 20 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Apex Grassmarket Hotel and nearby?

Apex Grassmarket Hotel has an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a fitness centre.

Are there restaurants at or near Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Metro Bar & Brasserie.

What's the area around Apex Grassmarket Hotel like?

Apex Grassmarket Hotel is in Edinburgh City Centre, a short 6-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle and 8 minutes' walk from University of Edinburgh. Travellers say that the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

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