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Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4.0 star property
City centre hotel, steps from Grassmarket

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Located near Edinburgh Castle, Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel offers a convenient retreat. With full breakfast options, express check-out, and concierge services at your fingertips plus free in-room WiFi to stay connected.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout curtains
  • Lift
The current price is £209
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May

Room options

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

City Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(77 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

City Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for City Double Room Single Use

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

City Double Room Single Use

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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

Castle View Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

City Plus Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

City Plus Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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

Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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

Castle View Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Castle View Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HJ

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Victoria Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • National Museum of Scotland - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Royal Mile - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 20 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 14 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 21 min walk

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 Bow Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Grassmarket and Edinburgh Castle. Also, Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh are within a short 10-minute walk. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast. Public transportation is only a short walk: Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 14 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 122 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Guests travelling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.
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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
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • On-site self-parking (GBP 20 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • On-site parking is limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Free use of nearby fitness centre

Services

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

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • 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

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height worktop and sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

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

Special features

Awards and affiliations

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

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 18.50 to 18.50 per person

Parking

  • Self-parking costs GBP 20 per night

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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.

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Apex City of Edinburgh 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.

Are pets allowed at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

Yes. Self-parking costs GBP 20 per night. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel and nearby?

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel has access to a nearby indoor pool.

What's the area around Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel like?

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel is in Old Town Edinburgh, a short 10-minute walk from Princes Street Tram Stop and 6 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Castle. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was of high quality, with a wide variety of options and excellent service. (96 reviews)
  • Access to a nearby pool was a huge plus for guests. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

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8/10 Very good

Located in an excellent area. Within walking distance to most attractions.
Chris, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great breakfast
Alexander, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean room, nice staff
Scott, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay. The staff was very friendly upon arrival. The room was clean and exactly what we needed. Breakfast was delicious.
Colleen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable, great location and staff are helpful. Highly recommended to those people seeking to visit Edinburgh.
Meldy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, perfect location
Roger, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, great amenities, staff were friendly and helpful
Abbie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay staff very helpful and hotel in the center of the granaries quarter. Food in the hotel both evening meal and breakfast was excellent and competitively priced
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, great location, friendly staff - will stay here again!
Todd, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing room. Great location.
Christopher, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Second stay here. Great location, nice rooms, nice staff. Highly recommended
Matthew, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely rooms and excellent staff, couldn’t ask for anything better.
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was perfectly located, the room was spacious and clean. Usage of the neighbouring pool was a bonus and Amos's service was over and above. Giving us recommendations and making bookings for us. Highly recommend and would definetly stay here again on my next trip.
Celia, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff
Oliver, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Brilliant location and clean room.
Gianluca, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was very comfortable, a bit noisy from other guests in the hallway. Breakfast was good, but crowded, main reason for losing a star was if you wanted lunch or dinner, you had to go up the street. Staff were extremely polite and helpful!
Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spotless,lovely staff, very central
Nuala, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean + friendly staff + good for families + great location
Abdulrahman, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and walking distance to some attractions. Close to pubs and restaurants. Comfortable beds. Right near the tour bus stop. Walkable distance from train station and shops but was quite a walk as it was not flat. Would recommend and would happily stay again.
Joanna, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location!
Caitlin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location and breakfast, will stay next time
Kan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great customer service, room was spotless and breakfast was really tasty.
Antony, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel! Very clean, good location
Jessica, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The property was spotless, quiet, and located at a walking distance from many tourist attractions and restaurants. Staff was friendly and helpful, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Tina, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very clean and nice staff .
YOEL, 2-night trip