Apex Grassmarket Hotelvs94DR
Both Apex Grassmarket Hotel and 94DR are highly recommended by expert writers. Overall, 94DR scores marginally better than Apex Grassmarket Hotel. 94DR is ranked #30 in Edinburgh with endorsements from 6 publications including Frommer's, Rough Guide and Lonely Planet.
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
31 - 35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2HS, Scotland
From $122/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
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
"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
"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
"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
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
94DR
94 Dalkeith Rd, Edinburgh EH16 5AF, Scotland
From $170/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Parking
- Flatscreen TV
Michelin Guide
"Victorian terraced house on the main road into the city. Brightly tiled hallway leads to retro-style lounge with honesty bar."
Rough Guide
"A boutique guesthouse offering three different styles with its couture, bespoke and tailored rooms. Front-facing rooms have a view of Arthur’s Seat. £81–100."
Fodor's
"Like owners Paul Lightfoot and John MacEwan—a self-described "high-octane" couple—94DR reaches for the stars with its stylish decor and contemporary trappings." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This Southside guesthouse may be a little out of the way, but rivals the best boutique hotels for sheer style, wit and professionalism." Full review
Frommer's
"As a B&B it's a cut above." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Slightly off the beaten track, this peaceful and elegant boutique guesthouse in a sensitively restored Victorian townhouse has six individually designed bedrooms with views over either the Salisbury Crags or the Pentland Hills." Full review