Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Hotel, 4-star31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, United KingdomShow on map
Very good
Guests rate it highest for location, service and amenities.
8.45,365Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Fabulous locationGuests rate the location 9.0 out of 10, at 31-35 Grassmarket.
- Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.
Luxurious Amenities The Apex Grassmarket Hotel offers a range of luxurious amenities including a sauna, pool, gym, and award-winning restaurant. Guests can also enjoy free WiFi throughout the property.
Leisure Facilities Guests can unwind and stay active with Technogym fitness equipment and a swimming pool at the hotel's leisure facilities. The seasonally rotating menus at Metro Bar & Brasserie are sure to satisfy any craving.
Prime Location Conveniently situated in the Grassmarket area, the hotel is within walking distance of Princes Street, Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, and the National Museum of Scotland. With Edinburgh Airport just a 25-minute drive away, the Apex Grassmarket Hotel is the perfect choice for your stay in Edinburgh.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
Rooms
8.4
Very good
Rated 8.4 out of 10 by 5,365 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.0
- Service8.9
- Location9.0
- Rooms8.4
- Amenities8.5
- Value7.9
- Food & drink8.0
Guests mention
Great locationFriendly staffComfortable rooms
AslihanUnited Arab EmiratesNot worth the money!!
Location
They gave us obstacled view room although we paid city view room and you dont see any of those rooms in the booking site of the hotel. After staying in that room 1 night we asked for a change because when we did…
RoyUnited KingdomGreat location with a hearty breakfast
Location and the breakfast (which in my opinion the cooked breakfast is right up there! Some people may think other selections not that good but for me the cooked is one of the best I have had)
Room very hot with no air…
AbbeyAustraliaOverpriced.
The location and the view
The room was too hot with no aircon only a portable table fan. The door to the balcony was broken. The bed for a 4 star hotel was uncomfortable was like sleeping on springs. Over priced hotel…
KathleenUnited StatesGreat stay - other hotel should strive for this
During our whole trip where we stayed in four different hotels, this was the best one. Great location, friendly and helpful staff, great breakfast and wonderful room.
I liked it all.
KeshnerUnited StatesGreat location and very friendly staff.
Wonderful location and beautiful view of the castle
The rooms and hallways were very warm. No air conditioning
SusanUnited KingdomThe location of the hotel is fabulous and found the staff, on the whole, were friendly and helpfu
Loved the birthday items set up for my son. Upgrade to the room with the castle view was a lovely surprise for us adults. The location is perfect. Reception staff and head waiter/waitress in the restaurant was good…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 9.0 out of 10 — fabulous.
Top attractions
- Edinburgh Castle200 m
- The Royal Mile300 m
- National Museum of Scotland600 m
- Calton Hill1.1 km
- Palace of Holyroodhouse (Holyrood Palace)1.6 km
Nearby
- St Giles' Cathedral400 m
- Edinburgh Waverley (train station)900 m
Nature
- Princes Street Gardens800 m
- Arthur's Seat (Holyrood Park)2.2 km
Airports
- Edinburgh Airport10.0 km
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Paid parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Apex Grassmarket Hotel
What time is check-in and check-out at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Apex Grassmarket Hotel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?
Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.
Does Apex Grassmarket Hotel have a pool?
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Does Apex Grassmarket Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Apex Grassmarket Hotel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Apex Grassmarket Hotel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Apex Grassmarket Hotel?
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh.
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