Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 stars
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2HS, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
8.4
Very good
based on 4205 reviews
4,205 reviews
Wed 24/9
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Thu 25/9
1 room, 2 guests
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£84
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Provider
Nightly total
Double room
£84
Queen room
£115
Deluxe room
£173
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Overview

Apex Grassmarket Hotel is situated in Edinburgh and provides easy access to Edinburgh Castle. It also offers free Wi-Fi, a sauna and an indoor pool.

There are a range of facilities at the hotel on offer to guests, such as an express check-in and check-out feature, 24-hour room service and a gym. Reception operates 24/7 and the friendly staff can suggest sights to visit and provide other tourist information. The hotel also provides a concierge, meeting rooms and luggage storage.

Every room at Apex Grassmarket Hotel has bottled water and all the essentials for a comfortable stay. All private bathrooms are equipped with a bathtub, a hair dryer and luxury toiletries.

Apex Grassmarket Hotel's on-site restaurant, Heights, is a popular spot to enjoy a meal. Guests can also try one of the many bars and cafés in the area.

The hotel's location allows guests to easily reach all local tourist attractions on foot. St Giles Cathedral, Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh are also within a 10-minute walk.

8.4
Very good rating
Based on 4,205 verified guest reviews

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Superior room
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£201
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£211
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Classic room
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£173
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Queen room
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£115
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Double room
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£84
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1 double bed
£89
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£89
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Standard Room
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£201
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£234
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Amenities at Apex Grassmarket Hotel

  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Free Internet
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Wedding services
  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Continental breakfast
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Accessible by lift
  • Hypoallergenic
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Pets not allowed
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Solarium
  • Landmark view
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Apex Grassmarket Hotel

8.4
Very good
4205 verified ratings
Wonderful
2048
Very good
889
Good
652
Okay
275
Fair
210
Mediocre
66
Poor
65

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location of the hotel, which was convenient for exploring nearby attractions. Many reviews highlighted the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the cleanliness of the rooms. However, several guests expressed concerns about the value for money, particularly during busy events, and noted issues with cleanliness in some areas.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
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6.0
Okay
Anonymous, Nov 2016
Pros (+) Staff were lovely.
Cons (-) Looking a bit tired. Desk in room had big scratch on it. Also, on a previous stay breakfast was on the top floor which was lovely. This time we were in the lower part of the ground floor restaurant. The continental breakfast choice was quite poor considering the price. The toast was merely warmed up bread and coffee wasn't particularly hot. My elderly parents in their 80s, who were also staying, w...
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Wonderful
Anonymous, Sept 2016
Pros (+) Conveniently located in the Grassmarket district of Edinburgh within a very easy walk of several excellent restaurants and pubs, this hotel has an excellent view of the Old Town and the castle, which is only a few minutes away by foot. The room was spacious, the bed was comfortable, and the bar staff provided ice for no extra charge.
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2015
Pros (+) Lovely comfortable hotel with great views close to everything

Location

31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2HS

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket29 yd
  • Edinburgh Castle273 yd
  • St Giles' Cathedral0.3 mi
  • National Museum of Scotland0.3 mi
  • Princes Street Gardens0.3 mi
  • Princes Street0.3 mi
  • University of Edinburgh0.4 mi
  • The Royal Mile0.4 mi
  • St. Andrew Square0.5 mi
  • Edinburgh City Centre0.6 mi
  • Calton Hill0.8 mi
  • Haymarket0.8 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:30, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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Most expensive month to stay with an average 66% rise in price.
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  • If you’re after a cheap room at Apex Grassmarket Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and January.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Apex Grassmarket Hotel, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Apex Grassmarket Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £204, while the most expensive was £318.
  • How long should you stay at Apex Grassmarket Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at Apex Grassmarket Hotel

  • Where is Apex Grassmarket Hotel located?

    Apex Grassmarket Hotel is located at 31-35 Grassmarket in Old Town, 0.3 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. Grassmarket is the closest landmark to Apex Grassmarket Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

    Check-in time is 14:30 and check-out time is 11:00 at Apex Grassmarket Hotel.

  • Does Apex Grassmarket Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Apex Grassmarket Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Apex Grassmarket Hotel from the airport?

    Apex Grassmarket Hotel is 6.8 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Apex Grassmarket Hotel is 35.5 miles from Dundee.

  • Does Apex Grassmarket Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, Apex Grassmarket Hotel has a pool on-site.

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Distance to airport

7.8
0.3 mi
Edinburgh Turnhouse
6.8 mi

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