Apex Grassmarket Hotel – Family Hotel in Edinburgh | From 164$/Night

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About the Hotel

31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 2HS

“I loved the vibrant energy right in the heart of Grassmarket!”view full review

Rooms with Castle Views

Apex Grassmarket Hotel offers rooms with views of Edinburgh Castle. Options include Family Rooms with two queen-size beds, Castle View Deluxe Rooms with private balconies, and City Rooms with queen-size beds. All rooms have free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee facilities, and en suite bathrooms with walk-in showers or bathtubs. Some rooms include Nespresso machines and mini fridges.

Dining at Metro

The hotel's Metro restaurant serves Scottish-inspired dishes with panoramic views of Edinburgh Castle. Breakfast options include a full Scottish breakfast or continental choices. The bar offers classic cocktails, local spirits, and soft drinks. Private dining is available for events with customizable menus.

Leisure & Wellness

Guests can use the heated indoor pool, sauna, and gym with Technogym equipment. The pool area includes a tropicarium for relaxation. The hotel also provides yoga mats and guided workout sessions on request.

Old Town Location

The hotel is in Edinburgh's Grassmarket, a historic area with centuries-old buildings. It's a 5-minute walk to Edinburgh Castle, Camera Obscura, and the Royal Mile. Waverley train station is 10 minutes away, and Edinburgh Airport is a 25-minute taxi ride (£25-£30). Limited on-site parking is available for £12 per day.

Events & Services

The hotel has seven event spaces, including Heights with castle views for weddings and conferences. Hybrid meeting technology is available for remote attendees. Family services include free stays for kids under 17 and complimentary meals for children under 5. The concierge can arrange hop-on hop-off bus tickets and gin tastings.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

City Twin Room

2 persons

22 m²

2 Double beds

Shower

Heating

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City Double Room

2 persons

20 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Quadruple Room

2 persons

24 m²

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Heating

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Triple Room

2 persons

24 m²

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Heating

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Tips on navigating the city

Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy

City Centre

Edinburgh700 m

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 12.5 km

Dundee (DND) 96.0 km

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station800 m

Bus

Bus stop300 m

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Convenient Parking Options

“The hotel offers secure parking right behind the building for £20 per night. I found this incredibly handy as it made it easy to leave my car safely while exploring the area.” view full review

Relaxing Spa Facilities

“After a long day of sightseeing, I enjoyed unwinding in the pool and sauna. The facilities were super clean and very inviting, allowing me to truly relax and recharge for the next day.” view full review

Comfy and Spacious Rooms

“My room was not only spacious but also had a fantastic view of Edinburgh Castle. I loved sitting in the comfy armchairs and enjoying the beautiful vista after a day out!” view full review

Delicious Breakfast Options

“The breakfast selection was excellent, with both buffet and menu choices, including a good haggis. I appreciated the organized approach, allowing me to choose a time at reception to enjoy a pleasant dining experience.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Solarium
Sauna
Shallow end

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Separate tub and shower
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 2HS

Map view

31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 2HS

City landmarks

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

780 m

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

2.2 km

Landmark

The Real Mary King's Close

650 m

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

1.8 km

Landmark

Calton Hill

1.5 km

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

750 m

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

780 m

Monument

Scott Monument

990 m

Landmark

Nelson Monument

1.6 km

Landmark

Princes Street

900 m

Landmark

Surgeons' Hall Museums

910 m

Botanical Garden

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

2.2 km

Museum

Museum of Childhood

910 m

Museum

Dynamic Earth

1.5 km

Landmark

Brass Rubbing Centre

740 m

Event hall

Edinburgh International Conference Centre

840 m

Museum

John Knox House

990 m

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One

2.1 km

Museum

The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland

1.1 km

Nearby

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

540 m

Royal Mile

390 m

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

580 m

Park

Princes Street Gardens

500 m

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

370 m

Museum

The Writers' Museum

480 m

Museum

Gladstone's Land

450 m

Square

Grassmarket

20 m

354 Castlehill

The Scotch Whisky Experience

390 m

Cemetery

The Robertson Mausoleum

400 m

81-83 Grassmarket

Armstrong's Vintage

160 m

Restaurants

The White Hart Inn

170 m

32 Grassmarket

Petit Paris

190 m

38-40 Grassmarket

Beehive Inn

10 m

18/20 Grassmarket

Metro Bar and Brasserie

10 m

31-35 Grassmarket Street

Mamma's American Pizza

180 m

28-30 Grassmarket

The Fiddlers Arms

80 m

11-13 Grassmarket

Made In Italy

210 m

42 Grassmarket

Taylor Walker

150 m

18-20 Grassmarket

Pumpkin Brown

150 m

16 Grassmarket

The Last Drop

220 m

74-78 Grassmarket

Fiddlers Inn

90 m

1-13 Grassmarket

Cold Town House

130 m

4 Grassmarket

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Apex Grassmarket Hotel – A Favorite for Families in Edinburgh

About the Hotel

Rooms with Castle Views

Dining at Metro

Leisure & Wellness

Old Town Location

Events & Services

Choose from a variety of room types

Availability and pricing for your selected dates

Tips on navigating the city

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Facilities for people with disabilities

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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