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Our unbeatable location in Edinburgh’s Old Town is matched by our Chef’s creative culinary finesse. From smaller drinks receptions to lavish sit-down dinners, our events team will take your special occasion to another level, find out for yourself. View more information about Special Occasions

Special Occasions

Special Occasions come to life at Apex Grassmarket Hotel. We have a range of venues to help you celebrate in style, whether it be for a birthday, anniversary or other special occasion, and our expert team will be on hand to ensure everything runs smoothly from start to finish.

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Perfect for pictures and plans, this Old Town gem is your dream destination. Situated right in the middle of the Grassmarket, the surroundings of this 4-star hotel will have you feeling adventurous as soon as you step outside. With amazing views of Edinburgh Castle from the same place you snooze, our chic restaurant, Metro, offers you the chance to unlock unique dining experiences. What’s more, with a pool to plunge into total relaxation and lots of things to do for couples, friends and families too, feel the warmth of this city from the inside and out.
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Capacity: Up to 200 theatre style
Room Size: 129 m2
Ceiling Height: 3 m
Book your bespoke private dining event in our Apex Suite and take your next celebration to new levels of deliciousness. Celebrate your birthday, anniversary or retirement in style and let our expert Events team make your party even more special with extra touches.
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Capacity: Up to 120 dinner
Room Size: 149.76 m2
Ceiling Height: 2.5 m
Floor to ceiling windows in our fifth-floor venue offer unrivalled views of Edinburgh Castle and will ensure your event is an unforgettable celebration for all involved. Whatever kind of party you’re planning, our expert Events team and chefs will create a bespoke soiree just for you.
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Sydney
Capacity: Up to 60 theatre style
Room Size: 58 m2
Ceiling Height: 2.5 m
If you’re looking for a centrally located intimate private dining room, look no further than our Sydney room at Apex Grassmarket Hotel. With plenty of space and an excellent location in the heart of Edinburgh’s Grassmarket, you’ll be perfectly placed to enjoy a unique and memorable meal.
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San Francisco
Capacity: Up to 30 theatre style
Room Size: 27.3 m2
Ceiling Height: 2.5 m
If you’re looking for an intimate place to enjoy delicious food with colleagues, family or friends, our San Francisco room is a great choice. Our expert Events team will work with our Chef to create a bespoke and memorable dining experience just for you.
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Montreal
Capacity: Up to 15 theatre style
Room Size: 17.3 m2
Ceiling Height: 2.5 m
Enjoy a delicious meal in this bright and airy space, tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh city centre. Our Montreal room is the perfect place to host an intimate dinner and our expert Events team will be on hand to ensure your meal is perfect from start to finish.
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Rome
Capacity: Up to 15 theatre style
Room Size: 17.3 m2
Ceiling Height: 2.5 m
If you’re looking for a modern space to enjoy excellent food with friends, family or colleagues, look no further than our Rome room. Nestled away from the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh city centre, it’s the perfect spot to indulge in our Chef’s delicious cuisine.
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Amsterdam
Capacity: Up to 30 theatre style
Room Size: 27.3 m2
Ceiling Height: 2.5 m
This chic and contemporary room is a great space in Edinburgh to enjoy some delicious cuisine with family, friends or colleagues. With a variety of set up options and an expert Events team to ensure your meal is a success, private dining has never been so enjoyable.
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How to get here?

The hotel is located in Edinburgh's historic Old Town and Grassmarket area of the city. Looking up to Edinburgh Castle, you’ll be in the heart of the action with some of the best attractions, restaurants and bars on your doorstep.
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The closest airport is Edinburgh Airport, just 7.2 miles away. The recommended route from Edinburgh Airport is by taxi which takes 25 minutes and costs £25 - £30 to get to the hotel. 

There are alternative transport options to the hotel including the tram or Airlink 100 bus, getting off at Shandwick place with a 15-20 minute walk to the hotel.

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If you’re arriving by car, follow the M8 Eastbound until you get to Edinburgh Hermiston Gait. Then take the A71 toward the city centre and follow the road through the city. After about 20 minutes you’ll get to West Port then Grassmarket where the hotel is on the right.

The hotel has a car park available for guests and visitors to the hotel on a first come first served basis which cannot be reserved. Full information on the charges is available on our FAQ page. There is alternate multi storey parking at NCP on King Stables Road.

If you're travelling to the city during a festival or large event, road closures may restrict access to the Grassmarket. Please call the reception team on 0131 300 3456 to help plan your route ahead or check out our handy Notices page.

Trains

If you’re arriving by train into Waverley train station, the hotel is just a 10 minute walk away. Exit onto Market Street then turn right and then left at the roundabout onto Cockburn Street. You'll meet High Street. Then take a right where you’ll see Edinburgh Castle up ahead and then take a left onto George IV Bridge, and on the right hand side of the street you'll see a road going down a hill called Victoria Street. Follow the road down Victoria Street where you’ll meet the Grassmarket. 

Alternatively, taxis are available from the taxi rank outside Waverley station

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