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Apex International Hotel

31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh, EH1 2HS United Kingdom

Next to Edinburgh Castle in the Grassmarket

Near Royal Mile
Set on the cobbled Grassmarket, this contemporary hotel is overlooked by Edinburgh Castle, and is within 500 metres of The Royal Mile and Princes Street gardens. Show more
Top-floor restaurant
Modern Scottish dishes are served in the top-floor restaurant, which offers views of the lit-up castle at night; the castle can also be seen from the swimming pool in the basement spa.
Wireless Internet
Guestrooms feature richly-coloured fabrics, suede upholstery, limited edition photo prints by Scottish artist Richard Demarco, and wireless Internet; bathrooms include free rubber ducks. Hide

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4.1out of 5

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88%

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City Queen
One double bed. Desk. Wireless Internet connection. 42-inch LCD cable/satellite TV. Clock radio. Coffee/tea maker. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. Complimentary newspaper.
City Queen Double-Double
Two twin beds. Desk. Wireless Internet connection. 42-inch LCD cable/satellite TV. Clock radio. Coffee/tea maker. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. Complimentary newspaper.
Superior Queen
One double bed. Desk. Wireless Internet connection. 42-inch LCD cable/satellite TV. Clock radio. Coffee/tea maker. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. Complimentary newspaper.
Superior Queen Double Double
Two twin beds. Desk. Wireless Internet access. 42-inch LCD cable/satellite TV. Clock radio. Coffee/tea maker. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. Complimentary newspaper.
City Double for sole occupancy
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Hotel Policies & Fees

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  • A resort fee is included in the total price displayed
Policies
  • Pets not allowed
  • Check-out time is Noon
  • Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
  • Caters to couples
  • Caters to families
  • Caters to groups
Fees
  • The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
    • Self parking fee: GBP 8 per night
  • The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Promotions

Kids eat free offer: Children up to 12 years old eat free when dining off the kids' menu with an accompanying paying guest staying and dining at the hotel

Awards and Affiliations

A Green / Sustainable Property - Third Party Certified

This property participates in Green Tourism Business Scheme (GTBS), a third-party certification program that has been independently certified. Third-party certification measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. An objective assessment of a company's sustainable tourism practices has been performed at this property by an auditor who is independent of the third-party certification program.

Accessibility Options

  • Accessible path of travel
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Roll-in shower
  • Handicapped parking
  • In-room accessibility

Property Amenities

  • Swimming pool - indoor
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Fitness facilities
  • Total number of rooms - 171
  • Express check-out
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Audio-visual equipment
  • Ballroom(s)
  • Banquet facilities
  • Number of floors - 5
  • Bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Business services
  • Complimentary newspapers in lobby
  • Concierge desk
  • Event catering
  • Exhibit space
  • Multiple large conference rooms
  • Elevator/lift
  • Health club
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Wireless (high-speed) Internet access - complimentary
  • Express check-in
  • One meeting/conference room
  • Parking limited (surcharge)
  • Luggage storage
  • Business center
  • Room service
  • Multiple small meeting rooms
  • Multilingual staff
  • Secure parking
  • Parking (surcharge)
  • Patio
  • Room service (24 hours)
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Number of restaurants - 2
  • Smoke-free property
  • Suitable for children
  • Television in lobby
  • Wedding services
  • Restaurant(s) in hotel 2
  • Meeting facilities size (feet) - 906
  • Number of meeting/conference rooms - 6
  • Sauna
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1

Rooms

The Apex International Hotel, Edinburgh, has 171 guestrooms spread over five floors. All rooms feature parquet floor entranceways and contemporary decor with deep-coloured fabrics, oversized wood headboards, suede upholstered chairs, and limited edition black-and-white photographic prints by celebrated Scottish artist Richard Demarco.

Rooms come equipped with wireless Internet, tea and coffee making facilities, and direct-dial phones. Tiled bathrooms have black granite counters, wall-to-wall steam-free mirrors, walk-in showers or shower/tub combinations, and complimentary rubber ducks.

Some rooms have castle views and others overlook George Heriots School, the spires of which are said to have been author JK Rowling's inspiration for Hogwarts School in the Harry Potter novels.

Apex International Hotel, Edinburgh,  United Kingdom, Rooms Guest Room

Room Amenities

  • Cable/satellite television channels
  • Wireless Internet access
  • Clock radio
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Direct-dial phone
  • Voice mail
  • Free local calls
  • Internet access (complimentary)
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Wake-up calls
  • Private bathroom
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Sewing kit
  • Extra towels/bedding in room
  • Non-smoking only
  • Electronic/magnetic keys
  • Window opens
  • Desk
  • Cribs (infant beds) available
  • In-room safe
  • LCD television

Dining

Heights - Narrow restaurant located on top floor of hotel with floor-to-ceiling windows framing views of Edinburgh Castle, which is lit up at night. Warm decor in wood, marble, chocolate brown upholstered chairs, and white linen topped tables. Serves contemporary Scottish and international dishes. Open for breakfast daily, and dinner Monday to Saturday.

Metro Bar - Modern split-level bar and brasserie overlooking the Grassmarket and Edinburgh Castle. Upper-level bar has low tables, leather sofas, and a plasma-screen TV.

Apex International Hotel, Edinburgh,  United Kingdom, Dining Restaurant

Recreation

  • Golf - driving range nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Swimming on site

Verified Reviews: All guest reviews are verified as submitted by our customers and reflect their stay at Apex International Hotel

4.1
out of 5
avg. guest rating
Hotel service:
4.1
Hotel condition:
4.1
Room cleanliness:
4.2
Room comfort:
4.0
Location:
4.7
Neighbourhood:
4.5
88%

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A Traveller from Hong Kong
1.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 4 Dec 2011

“Splendid location - near to bars and restaurants”

Hotel located in the Grass market - splendid location and very close to good pubs, bars and restaurants. Some of the rooms overlook the Edinburgh castle. I would really recommend the breakfast - well worth the extra £10! Some of the rooms feel a little bit dates - however the service is superb and staff are very accommodating. I was allowed to check-in early morning - as far as they have a room ready - they'd offer it at no extra charge.

Fiona P from Fife scotland
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 30 Nov 2011

“Highly recommend :)”

Had a fantastic stay with our girls, very friendly and professional staff, will defanatly be going back to this hotel.

Shopping
The chocolate lounge in Harvey Nichols is a must:)
A Traveller from Northampton
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 28 Nov 2011

“Recomend this Hotel - I definately would”

The style & comfort of our room was exactly as I expected from the picture on the website, we were not disappointed, it was great. The staff were very friendly & helpful throughout the Hotel. We had a great time.

Area recommendations
The whole fo Edinburgh is so full of History & interesting places yo visit you just can't be bored.
Farington T from Dublin
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 7 Nov 2011

“Good - but could do better.”

Excellent locaion, but a view of Edinburgh Castle put us at the front of the building which was rather noisy considering the window vents couldn't be closed to reduce the street noise. Arkward lobby layout requiring guests to haul their luggage up about 10 steps before accessing the lifts.Fair enough, but if assistance had been offered it would have been welcome. Bedroom paintwork a little tatty and shower and surround needed a little attention.

A Traveller from Nottingham, United Kingdom
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 10 Oct 2011

“Best hotel in the Grassmarket”

Great hotel. Deluxe rooms were excellent.

Area recommendations
Grassmarket, Royal Mile, Princes Street, Artgur's Seat, Newington, Marchmont
Birchmore I from Chesterfield, UK
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 5 Oct 2011

“The best place in Edinburghs old town to reach all aspects of the city.”

Full marks to Apex for an instant upgrade to a fantastic room overlooking the Castle. As it was a freak heatwave we had to have the window open which produced noise from the street below, could do with air conditioning. The breakfast was substantial and great choice in the 5th floor restaurant with wonderful views of the castle and parts of the city. Staff are definately on the ball and very helpful. Plenty of choice from restaurants in the surrounding area especially if you like Italian.

Area recommendations
Thuis city is so full of contrasts that to pick out one would be foolish, enjoy Edinburgh in all its areas.
A Traveller from Bracknell
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 7 Sep 2011

“Great Location”

This is a really good hotel, if you purchase using the expedia price but the main rate is very expensive. The hotel is modern, but is in a very busy area so can be noisy at night: so much so that they have ear plugs by the side of the bed. However overal a good experience.

Dining
Lots of place to eat nearby.
A Traveller from Dundee
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 1 Sep 2011

“Great hotel”

Have stayed in this hotel many times and have never once been disappointed.

Becky from London United Kingdom
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 17 Jul 2011

“Will definitely go back”

We had a lovely family room, with comfortable beds & nice shower. The pool was also nice - although on the smaller side. There are good restaurants & bars just opposite the hotel, although the hotel's own bar was nice and with fair prices. I can't think of any negatives on this hotel. I would definitely stay her again!

A Traveller from Uk
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 25 May 2011

“Quality hotel though at a price”

Steep streets to get anywhere - but good exercise Staff at this hotel well schooled in customer service overall good experience

Apex International Hotel

31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh, EH1 2HS United Kingdom

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Nearby Points of Interest

  • Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
  • Edinburgh Castle - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
  • Witchery Tours - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
  • Geoffrey Kiltmakers and Weavers - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
  • Camera Obscura and World of Illusions - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
  • Tartan Weaving Mill - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
  • National War Museum - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
  • The Hub - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
  • Greyfriar's Bobby - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • Greyfriars Kirk - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • Royal Scots Regimental Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • Writers' Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • National Gallery of Scotland - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
  • Gladstone's Land - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
  • National Museum of Scotland - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi

Location Highlights

  • In city center
  • Airport nearby
  • Convention center nearby
  • In historical district

The preferred airport for Apex International Hotel is Edinburgh (EDI) - 10.4 km / 6.5 mi.

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Nearest Major Airport:

  • Edinburgh, Scotland, UK (EDI)

Area:

Old Town, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom: With narrow, winding streets and alleys, this mediaeval district is a contrast to New Town. Acting as the main artery, the Royal Mile begins at Edinburgh Castle and ends at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Royal Family’s residence. Many tourist attractions are found in Old Town including the National Galleries, Royal Museum, and St. Giles Cathedral.

Apex International Hotel

31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh, EH1 2HS United Kingdom

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