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The Royal Scots Club vs Apex Grassmarket Hotel

The Royal Scots Club and Apex Grassmarket Hotel are both praised by professionals. Overall, Apex Grassmarket Hotel scores marginally better than The Royal Scots Club. Apex Grassmarket Hotel is ranked #32 in Edinburgh with accolades from 5 sources such as Time Out, Lonely Planet and Rough Guide.

The Royal Scots Club
The Royal Scots Club
7 / 10
30 Abercromby Place, Edinburgh EH3 6QE, Scotland
From $73 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Time Out Time Out
"The rooms have been furnished in traditional style, some with four-poster beds, but aren't averse to modern comforts; a few rooms offer views north to the Firth of Forth." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"The Royal Scots Club is a private members club that opened its doors as a hotel to the public whilst maintaining all of its traditional heritage." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"Founded in 1919 in honour of the members of the Royal Scots Regiment who died in the First World War, non-members can stay in this private club at one of Edinburgh’s grandest addresses." Full review
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
7 / 10
31 - 35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2HS, Scotland
From $122 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Centrally located and with good business facilities, the 171-room Apex has stylish, modern décor, large, luxurious bedrooms, a rooftop restaurant and great views of the castle."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"This ex-university building turned 175-bed business-oriented hotel has comfortable rooms, some with views to the Castle. Faces the happening Grassmarket."
Time Out Time Out
"This 1996 debut venture from Apex was refurbished and extended just a couple of years later; more than a decade on, it remains a slick, contemporary venue in a brilliant location." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This value-focused hotel competes on its own level thanks to a plethora of amenities and a convenient location not far from Edinburgh Castle." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
7.0
"Not to be confused with the nearby Apex Edinburgh City hotel, this sibling has a gym, swimming pool and slightly better views." Full review