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Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh with a 24-hour front desk

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Lobby
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is S$309
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

City Plus Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

City Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

City Plus Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Castle View Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Castle View Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

City Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

City Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Castle View Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HJ

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Princes Street - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Royal Mile - 8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Biddy Mulligans - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Upscale eco-certified hotel near University of Edinburgh
A short walk from Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street, Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and access to a nearby indoor pool
  • Express check-out, a front desk safe and wedding services
  • Tour/ticket information, multilingual staff and a lift
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 122 rooms include amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs, as well as safes and free bottled water. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cots/infant beds
  • Designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • LED light bulbs, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 20 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 18.50 to 18.50 per person

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Free cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests travelling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18.50 to 18.50 for adults and GBP 0 to 18.50 for children
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 20 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

As of 6 Jul, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel on 28 Jul, 2025 start from S$308.96, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

Self-parking is available for GBP 20 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this eco-certified hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Grassmarket, Edinburgh Castle, and Princes Street. Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh are also within 10 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 14 minutes.

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Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 872 out of 1376 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 362 out of 1376 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1376 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1376 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1376 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay and fantastic hotel, great location too.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

penny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the suite and the location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yilan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, friendly staff and great value of money!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sasha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
EWxcellent location, clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel, great location, wonderful staff
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, seeing the castle every morning from the 3rd floor window was great. Friendly staff and breakfast was very nicely done
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Clean, comfortable and great breakfast. Great location as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property near castle
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elliott

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, rooms, and service….
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful during my stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very clean, well appointed bedrooms and bathrooms, very helpful staff, location very central. Breakfasts tasty and well presented.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Meghana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a great place in the city centre. Close to all the prime tourist spots and definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inger

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy parking and a very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Avril

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay here again, great location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was a great size.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

juan

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing clean hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel located conveniently to restaurants, shopping, and Edinburgh Castle. Offers a delicious breakfast too.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place to stay. Clean and beautiful room. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was very comfortable, very clean close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025