Independent hotel guide
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Friends, relatives or colleagues seeking a Castle View Twin Room, or couples wanting a separate living area in the Castle View Suite.
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At a glance
Quick facts
- Neighbourhood
- Grassmarket
- Location
- Edinburgh
Editorial take
Why consider Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?
A named Castle View Twin Room alongside a Castle View King Room
Best for
Friends, relatives or colleagues seeking a Castle View Twin Room, or couples wanting a separate living area in the Castle View Suite.
Avoid if
you expect every City, City Plus or Family Room to face Edinburgh Castle.
Strengths and trade-offs
Strengths
- A named Castle View Twin Room alongside a Castle View King Room
- A 40-square-metre Castle View Suite with separate living area
- Grassmarket setting for an Old Town itinerary
Trade-offs
- The Twin description says two beds but its feature list says king-size: reconfirm the configuration
- A busy Old Town base needs a room-specific noise and access check
Fit check
Who it suits — and who should skip it
Best for: Friends, relatives or colleagues seeking a Castle View Twin Room, or couples wanting a separate living area in the Castle View Suite.
Skip it if: you expect every City, City Plus or Family Room to face Edinburgh Castle.
Related reading:Edinburgh hotel guide; Best Edinburgh Hotels with Castle Views; Best Hotels in Edinburgh Old Town (Near the Royal Mile).
Stay details
Rooms and spa
These are the room categories for which our current source set contains useful, comparable detail. They are not presented as a complete live inventory.
room
Castle View King Room
- 24 m² published size
Official page describes Edinburgh Castle views and a super king-size bed.
room
Castle View Twin Room
- 24 m² published size
The narrative describes two beds, but the feature list says king-size; confirm separate beds directly.
suite
Castle View Suite
- 40 m² published size
Published with a king-size bed, separate living area and Castle views.
A complete facilities inventory is not included in our current research record. Confirm any deal-breaker — such as a spa, gym, parking or air conditioning — directly before booking.
On the ground
Location and access
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel is at 61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2HJ. See our Edinburgh hotel guide for the wider area context and other places to stay.
Check the final approach from the station or tram stop, including gradients and steps; no exact journey time has been independently measured.
Before you book
Good to know
Policy notes
Confirm the named room, occupancy, breakfast, payment schedule and cancellation terms for your dates.
Accessibility
No independent accessibility inspection is recorded. Ask whether the exact Castle-facing King, Twin or Suite can meet your entrance, lift and bathroom requirements.
Quick answers
Questions travellers ask about Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
What is the main reason to choose Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?
A named Castle View Twin Room alongside a Castle View King Room
Who is Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel best for?
Friends, relatives or colleagues seeking a Castle View Twin Room, or couples wanting a separate living area in the Castle View Suite.
Where is Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?
The hotel is at 61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2HJ. Check the final approach from the station or tram stop, including gradients and steps; no exact journey time has been independently measured.
What should I check before booking Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel?
Book the full Castle View King, Twin or Suite name. For Twin, obtain written confirmation of two separate beds.