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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

  • 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 £86
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

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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
(76 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 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

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 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
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Castle View Double Room

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

Castle View Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Castle View Twin Room

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 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
  • National Museum of Scotland - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Military Tattoo Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Royal Mile - 8 min walk - 0.8 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
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Barantine - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from Grassmarket and National Museum of Scotland. Also, Princes Street Gardens and Edinburgh Castle 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
LOCAL_PARKING

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 for adults and GBP 0 to 18.50 for children

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 consistently described as delicious, good value, and with a great selection of options. (82 reviews)
  • The property's restaurant offered excellent breakfast options with good quality food and a great selection. (37 reviews)
  • Access to a nearby pool was a huge plus for guests. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

Staff friendly and helpful
Diane, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great customer service, wifi signal was strong and the room was spotless
Stuart, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Just a very nice stay.
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

Very goog The room was perfect and the staff, to
Juan Pedro, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location good base to explore Edinburgh
Paula, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

spotless, great service and fantastic location
Patrick, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Nice breakfast, serviceminded staff and clean room
Malin, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, nice room with a view of the castle, very helpful staff.
Anne-Marie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, comfortable room, fabulous location
Peter, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay in Grass Market area. Very close to Victoria Street. Would definitely stay again.
Lobby statue
Karen M, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A beautiful and comfortable hotel, very helpful staff, easy check in and out, and great location. Loved our stay & will be booking here next time we’re in Edinburgh.
Sarah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely breakfast, helpfull amd friendly staf and really comfortably bed. Couldn't fault our stay
Helen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely man on reception called Amos- he was really helpful and kind when we arrived. Hotel was clean and well located.
Catherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome hotel with a great breakfast.
Walker, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel! The location is next to victoria street and its in a great area with restaurants and cafes. Will definitely stay here again
Stefano, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice comfortable clean.room. Good varied breakfast options. Welcoming reception staff. Good central location.
Gifty, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were awesome Room extremely clean
Indra, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Location wise would be good choice for people prefer to travel to all tourist spot within Edinburgh town.
Mohamed, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, castle view, comfy and clean
Rob, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was great and spacious with lovely bathroom. Staff were really helpful and breakfast had great options with lots of food
Barbara, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

From check in to check out we found the staff very friendly and efficient, especially the breakfast team. Perfect location, away from the busy city centre yet an easy walk in.
David, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely staff who were accommodating with early check in, milk for my tea. Very clean and nicely located.
Wendy Swart, 3-night trip