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Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4.0 star property
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Castle View Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HJ
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪24 min drive‬
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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
(71 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 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)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 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
(24 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 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
  • 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
(22 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 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

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

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About this property

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Grassmarket
Along with self parking, this smoke-free hotel has concierge services and dry cleaning. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance and wedding services are on-site.
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel offers 122 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Edinburgh Castle. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus breakfast (surcharge) and dry cleaning service.
  • Free WiFi
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the overall comfort, spaciousness and cleanliness
  • Steps from Grassmarket and 6 minutes on foot from Edinburgh Castle
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces. Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel also features dry cleaning/laundry services, complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility, and a front desk safe. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 20 per night)
  • Limited on-site self 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 cot

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • 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: 3:00 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

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 11 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

National rating

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

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Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1015 out of 1538 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 381 out of 1538 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1538 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1538 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1538 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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location to explore old town from. Everything was in easy walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Autumn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and a great location making all of Edinburgh feel it was right outside and within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked proximity to the castle, right in the old town area. Walk to royal mile, museums
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location of this hotel was amazing. Close to train station and all the sites in the old city center.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were professional, accommodating and friendly. The rooms were clean and the hotel was close to many walkable attractions. The Sunday roast was also one of the best we've ever had.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Easy parking. Hotel restaurant was great! The room was very nice I only wish the bed had been more comfortable. Staff was excellent. Breakfast was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for sites, shops and eateries. My room was noisy as a fan above went all night. Plus too many little lights in the room stay on at night. The room was more than adequate for two people and perfect for handicap use.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

IFEYINWA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Janelle

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect place to stay in Edinburgh

This was a lovely hotel experience! The front desk was helpful and welcoming. The room was spacious and comfortable. The bathroom was particularly excellent -- great water pressure in the shower and a bathtub as well. Excellent location, just below Edinburgh Castle. Great restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jade, Toms River

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was dirty sheets had stains and comforter dead bug , shower has dirt marks on wall and floor was never mopped ina week stay even with visible dirt on bathroom floor . Hotel smelled like mildew and AC horrible might as well not even put it on . Wall are so thin you heard everything from inside and out . Only good thing was location and staff was nice .
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location. Easy walking distance to all the action. Lovely staff and clean, spacious room. Everything was well stocked and it was much better than the Leonardo. Breakfast was a good value.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very helpful at the front desk to hold our luggage on check out & arrange a taxi
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randolph, Mt Pleasant

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location to all the attractions. We walked everywhere and used the tram system one day because of rain. We opted for a larger room which was very comfortable and afforded us the space to be living out of our luggage. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

roger

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to castle
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the center of the Grassmarket so very convenient to all the sites. Really enjoyed the location and view of Edinburgh Castle. The hotel was clean and the staff was friendly and welcoming. I liked the atmosphere of the area and having so many pubs close by. This will definitely be my next choice when visiting Edinburgh again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariana

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Very good stay. We lived everything. I would just asd the air conditioning to the family room and the pillows were a bit hard in my room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful location within quarter mile of the Royal Mile & the Castle - loads of bars, restaurants & music / comedy venues close by. I won't stay anywhere else when visiting Edinburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Travelled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025