Apex Grassmarket Edinburgh is right on the Grassmarket square, at the foot of the castle. It is a 4-star hotel with an indoor pool, a sauna, a gym and a brasserie. It suits you if you want to stay in the Old Town and have a pool for the end of the day.
Location and getting around
Edinburgh Castle and St Giles’ Cathedral are about a 5-minute walk away, so you can be on the Royal Mile in no time. The National Museum of Scotland, Princes Street and Waverley station are about 10 minutes on foot. Haymarket is about 20 minutes away and Holyrood about 25.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms have a 55-inch 4K TV with Google Cast and Freeview channels, a tea and coffee set with bottled water, a shower, toiletries and free Wi-Fi.
For exercise there is an indoor pool, a sauna and a gym with Technogym equipment. The Metro bar and brasserie prepares seasonal menus, so you do not need to go out if you arrive tired from sightseeing. Breakfast can be continental, buffet or full Scottish, and it is a good way to start before heading up the Royal Mile.
Who it suits
- A good fit if you want to walk up to the castle in a few minutes.
- Ideal for couples who want a swim or sauna on their return.
- Practical if you like to watch shows or photos on the TV from your own phone.
Good to know
Check-in is from 15:00, with photo ID and a credit card. Check-out is until 11:00. Parking is not listed. If it does not suit you, you have other options in the guide to hotels in Edinburgh.