Apex International Hotel
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH1 2HS, United Kingdom
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31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH1 2HS, United Kingdom
Hotel Services and Facilities
Free WiFi
Free parking
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Hotel facilities
- Swimming Pool
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- Room Service
- Safety Deposit Box
- Bar
- 24-Hour Front Desk
- Express Check-In/Check-Out
- Elevator
- Packed lunches
- Heating
- Fax/photocopying
- Wheelchair accessible
- On-site parking
- indoor pool
- 24-hour security
- Accessible parking
- Concierge services
- Designated Smoking Area
- Family Rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Heated pool
- Restaurant(s)
- Daily Housekeeping
- Non-Smoking Rooms Available
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Emergency cord in bathroom
- Wine/champagne
- Fruits
- Outdoor furniture
- Kids' pool
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Smoke alarms
- Fire extinguishers
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
- First aid kit available
- Cashless payment available
- Mobile app for room service
- Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
- Invoices
- All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
- Food delivery
- Electronic room key
- balcony/terrace
- CCTV security in common areas
- Daily disinfection
- Facilities for disabled guests available
- Fitness center
- Indoor Tanning
- Laundry services
- Lower bathroom sinks available
- Luggage storage & lockers
- Non-smoking property
- Restaurant (special diets available)
- Spa/sauna
- Physical/social distancing guidelines
- Accessible toilet
- Parking available (charges may apply)
- Kid-friendly dining
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- Edinburgh International Airport - 6.86 mi
- RAF Leuchars - 31.94 mi
- Perth - 34.62 mi
- Dundee Airport - 35.47 mi
Museums
- Scotisch Whisky Heritage Centre - 441 f
- Writers Museum - 671 f
- Portfolio Gallery - 702 f
- Royal Scottish Academy - 840 f
- National War Museum of Scotland - 854 f
- Royal Museum - 1,049 f
- Museum of Scotland - 1,049 f
- DOM - 0.22 mi
- National Gallery of Scotland - 0.22 mi
- National Museum of Scotland - 0.24 mi
- National Museums Of Scotland - 0.24 mi
- Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum - 0.25 mi
- Police Information Centre - 0.26 mi
- Fruitmarket Gallery - 0.26 mi
- Stills Gallery - 0.26 mi
- Collective Gallery - 0.27 mi
- Talbot Rice Gallery - 0.31 mi
- City Art Centre - 0.34 mi
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Timothy (Couple)
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Comfortable rooms and very helpful and friendly staff.
No complaints
Robert (Family with young children)
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 4 out of 10
Disappointing
It’s nice and clean with a great location and beautiful view.
The room was insanely hot. I had the window open to try to cool it down because it was nice and cool outside by evening time. No such luck. Called the front desk twice to get a portable fan. They said they didn’t have any more. So I had to lay there and sweat. The noise from outside was significant. Loud people dragging luggage, laughing, shouting, loud cars, trucks and motorcycles, car alarm going off. It was probably the most miserable night in a hotel that I’ve had.
Deeanne (Group Traveler)
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
We loved that it was right downtown close to shopping and restaurants. We also loved that we had a castle view.
We had a few things that were not ideal that affected the overall rating of our stay. Our room was very hot and because the only window we had opened a small amount we had to leave the blackout blinds open to get airflow it was consequently sooooo loud when we were trying to sleep all night and hard to sleep with all the light from the open curtains. Also we had 4 people sleeping in our room and there was only 1 towel hook so we had to get creative with where to hang them for the time we were there. Our sinks also needed to be tightened so they wouldn’t turn off. And lastly our shower doors seal was old so water poured out of the shower the first time we used it.
Michels (Family with young children)
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The front desk service was very helpful and they were very friendly. The food was very tasty. Everyone made us feel welcome. Also loved the fluffy and extra large towels.
The room temperature was a little too warm
Cassia (Group Traveler)
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
The location is fantastic! It looks out to Edinburgh Castle and is a short walk to Victoria Street. Very centrally located to everything.
It was very warm in the hotel hallways and the room. We were sweating and were told there was nothing to be done. They did provide a fan that just blew around the hot air. Very uncomfortable. Also fridge in room barely worked and we were told that they didn’t work well. Also be careful climbing into the tub/shower it’s very tall.
Denise (Group Traveler)
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Location excellent. Staff exceptionally friendly and helpful. Breakfast was delicious with lots of good options for one in our party with food allergies.
Parking cramped and expensive. Busy hotel with only two elevators so we used stairs. Marathon weekend made it a little busy.
Jessica (Couple)
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
We loved the location in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town! We were able to walk everywhere easily. Our room was spacious and comfortable. Wonderful hospitality by the gentleman who welcomed us upon check-in.
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Jennifer (Couple)
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
The bed wasn’t quite as comfortable as o would expect a $500/night hotel to be.
Stephen (Group Traveler)
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
Location was great
Could not adjust the temperature in the room. It was determined by the hotel.
Young adults going home from the bars yelling all three (3) night around 2:00 am which woke us up.
Patti (Couple)
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The room had a spectacular view of Edinburgh Castle, and the hotel was centrally located for touring around town, and close to lots of restaurants, cafes, and pubs.
Nikita (Group Traveler)
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Very centrally located. Good for a short stay
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Daniel (Couple)
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The location is fantastic for all the main tourist attractions but also some good shops and restaurants. Room was huge and plenty of room for us and our infant and extra luggage. Hard to beat the view from the balcony!
No elevator to entrance. We had to use ramp to bring in luggage and stroller.
Scott (Couple)
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Brilliant position right in the centre of Edinburgh Old town. Easy walk to so many things. Beautiful clean unit with car parking space, (which you did have to pay for). Welcome drink was a really 'welcome' and much appreciated gesture. There was always a lovely cool drink in the lobby which was also a really nice touch. Staff were helpful and we loved chatting to Ben the barman!
Look, it was expensive, however, you are right in the heart of Old Town so it is to be expected. Free parking would have been great, seeing as though the cost is quite high.
Julich (Couple)
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Location…. Breakfast options and vibe!
No complaints
Stuart (Couple)
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Location in the hub of Grassmarket, walking distance to main old town and castle. Great food and breakfast which stayed open until 10:30. Modern style with lots of facilities. Parking available for a fee.
High Price. Many steps but staff provided help when asked. Toilet flushing weird and tub/shower awkward - needed more grab bars for safety. Spray-head feed pipe leaked. Doors on closets were in poor condition (missing screws). When I offered this information I was dismissed stating that cleaning staff will report any issue. Check-in process lengthy in a noisy reception lobby.
Michal (Solo Traveler)
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Location is excellent. Quiet in a busy area. The pool was great (though it felt like going to a dungeon to get there). Adrien/Andrei? helped me with my luggage. I liked that they had a place to refill water.
Room could have been a little bigger. But I felt that way about many of the hotels I stayed in this trip.
Joseph (Group Traveler)
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
The location for the Apex Grassmarket was great! With it being just off the Royal Mile, we were greeted with a view of the Edinburgh Castle every morning when we went out. I did not regret getting the cheaper room on the courtyard/alley side at all. The staff was wonderful and our room was ready even before the official check-in time. It was also one of the few places that had rooms with two beds available for a reasonable price during our stay. Just be aware there are two Apex hotels on the same street very close together. We didn't visit Apex City of Edinburgh, so can't comment which is better.
We could not take a shower without water getting all over the floor. It is a common setup in Scotland to only have a partition halfway across the shower, but our partition was not even sealed well for the part it covered. We reported this to the staff on check out and hope it was addressed.
Iain (Couple)
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Brilliantly located for my disabled friend. Only a short walk from the Royal mile and most of the great places to visit.
It was in my view slightly over priced. To then have to add a parking charge and breakfast.
Karen (Group Traveler)
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Great location, the sauna was welcome at the end of the day, but the staff were the best! So helpful and answered all our questions.
A bit of moisture on the carpet
Sheri (Family with young children)
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Loved the location and the fabulous view. The staff were also friendly.
We thought the beds were hard.
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Area information
- Edinburgh International Airport - 6.86 mi
- RAF Leuchars - 31.94 mi
- Perth - 34.62 mi
- Dundee Airport - 35.47 mi
- Scotisch Whisky Heritage Centre - 441 f
- Writers Museum - 671 f
- Portfolio Gallery - 702 f
- Royal Scottish Academy - 840 f
- National War Museum of Scotland - 854 f
- Royal Museum - 1,049 f
- Museum of Scotland - 1,049 f
- DOM - 0.22 mi
- National Gallery of Scotland - 0.22 mi
- National Museum of Scotland - 0.24 mi
- National Museums Of Scotland - 0.24 mi
- Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum - 0.25 mi
- Police Information Centre - 0.26 mi
- Fruitmarket Gallery - 0.26 mi
- Stills Gallery - 0.26 mi
- Collective Gallery - 0.27 mi
- Talbot Rice Gallery - 0.31 mi
- City Art Centre - 0.34 mi
- Armstrong's - 149 f
- Edinburgh and Scotland Information Centre - 0.30 mi
- Parliament House - 328 f
- Lady Stairs House - 730 f
- St. Giles Cathedral - 0.21 mi
- Castlehill Golf - 338 f
- George IV Bridge - 812 f
- Edinburgh Military Tattoo - 948 f
- Brass Rubbing Centre - 0.31 mi
- Edinburgh Castle - 0.34 mi
- Geoffrey Kiltmakers and Weavers - 0.34 mi
- Greyfriars Bobby Memorial - 0.34 mi
- Scott Monument - 0.34 mi
- Greyfriars Kirk - 915 f
- Edinburgh College of Art - 0.23 mi
- Edinburgh University Collection of Musical Instruments - 0.36 mi
- University of Edinburgh - 0.36 mi
- Princes Mall - 0.30 mi
- Princes Street - Edinburgh - 0.32 mi
- Royal Lyceum Theatre - 0.35 mi
- Festival Theatre - 0.37 mi
- Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre - 441 f
- Magdalen Chapel - 501 f
- Royal Mile - 599 f
- Gladstone's Land - 730 f
- Canongate Ballet - 909 f
- Loch Ness Discovery Centre - 0.21 mi
- Edinburgh Christmas Market - 0.27 mi
- Edinburgh Dungeon - 0.29 mi
- Gilded Balloon Box Office - 0.31 mi
- Mercat Tours - 0.31 mi
- Edinburgh Farmers Market - 0.34 mi
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Apex International Hotel
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH1 2HS, United Kingdom