Apex Grassmarket Hotel

"Wonderful short stay in a fantastic location just beside the castle. We were warmly greeted at reception on arrival and were very happy with our room which was quiet and spotlessly clean. The Grassmarket was buzzing with tourists and a very friendly atmosphere, and we were so close to the Royal Mile and all the attractions of the old city. Breakfast was delicious, with a buffet and served hot food. Thanks again Apex Grassmarket."

"Our 4 days stay was great. The location is perfect to get a fabulous overview of this beautiful city. Our room faced the castle and it was lit up at night so it was very romantic. Our breakfasts were great … with buffet and warm served meals. Our room was a good size for 2 guest and roomy enough with open suitcases. It was a bit noisy at night but eventually would quiet down by midnight. The beds were comfortable. Warm water for showers…good lighting in the room. I would definitey recommend this hotel and stay there again!"

"No air conditioning or ventilation in the room. Very hot and oppressive air both in the room and in the hallway of the hotel. The window can be opened, but then you have many pubs and a busy street right outside, which made us sleep poorly during the 5 nights we stayed there. We are very glad we didn't choose this hotel in the summer! The staff are very unfriendly. Breakfast: the buffet was almost empty every morning, even 1.5 hours before breakfast closed. We asked several days about whether they could top up - which they did not do. You can also order food from a menu. There was poor hygiene; some staff members used cotton gloves when handling used cutlery and plates, touched doors, and then served our food with the same gloves. No hand sanitizer when you come in, other guests were picking up food with their fingers and eating straight from the buffet. When we arrived, there are stairs you have to carry your luggage up to the reception, and no offer of help with luggage to the room. The room had good beds and pillows."