Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Hotel with indoor pool, near Edinburgh Castle

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Dates

November 2025

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December 2025

City Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Nestled near Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile, Apex Grassmarket Hotel offers a relaxing retreat with an indoor pool, sauna, and fitness center. Unwind on the terrace or indulge in breakfast at Metro Bar & Brasserie. With multilingual staff and tour assistance available to help plan your day.

VIP Access

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Bar
24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Indoor pool
Breakfast available
Fitness center
Sauna
Self parking
24-hour room service
Business center
7 meeting rooms
Meeting rooms
Terrace

Feel at home (6)

Children stay free
Television
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Elevator

$147 nightly

Nov 9 - Nov 10

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 6 - Nov 7

Tomorrow

Nov 7 - Nov 8

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 5 of 5 rooms

City Double Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

In-room safe

226 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

City Twin Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Eco-friendly toiletries

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

258 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Queen Beds

Castle View Superior Room

Excellent

Highlights

Heating

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

258 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

258 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Castle View Deluxe Room with Balcony

Wonderful

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Heating

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Private bathroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Bathrobes

301 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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$156 nightly

Nov 23 - Nov 24

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HS

What's nearby

Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Edinburgh Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Princes Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Royal Mile - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 16 min drive
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 12 min walk
Edinburgh Waverley Station - 13 min walk
Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 17 min walk
Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 15 min walk
Haymarket Tram Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬4 min walk
‪Cold Town House - ‬1 min walk
‪The Last Drop - ‬2 min walk
‪Beehive Inn - ‬1 min walk
‪The Black Bull - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

When you stay at Apex Grassmarket Hotel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Grassmarket and Edinburgh Castle. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Metro Bar & Brasserie, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a fitness center, and a sauna. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 15 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 169 rooms
- Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
- Express check-out available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

- Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
- Guests traveling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.

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

Children

- Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Onsite self parking (GBP 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)
Children's menu

What to do

Golfing nearby

Working away

Business center
7 meeting rooms
Computer station

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff

Facilities

1 building/tower
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Sauna
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 39
Wheelchair-accessible parking
2 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Front entrance ramp

Room amenities

Be entertained

42-inch LCD TV

Home comfort

Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

Metro Bar & Brasserie - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property

This property participates in Green Tourism Program, 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

Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 19.50 to 19.50 for adults, and GBP 0 to 17.5 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

Self parking costs GBP 20 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

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.

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.

National rating

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

Also known as

Apex Hotel International

Apex International Edinburgh

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Frequently asked questions

Does Apex Grassmarket Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Apex Grassmarket 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 20 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Apex Grassmarket Hotel and nearby?

Apex Grassmarket Hotel has an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Apex Grassmarket Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Metro Bar & Brasserie.

What's the area around Apex Grassmarket Hotel like?

Apex Grassmarket Hotel is in Old Town Edinburgh, a short 6-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle and 11 minutes' walk from Royal Mile. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.