Apex Grassmarket HotelvsLe Monde Hotel Edinburgh
Both hotels are highly recommended by writers. On balance, Apex Grassmarket Hotel ranks marginally higher than Le Monde Hotel Edinburgh. Apex Grassmarket Hotel ranks #54 in Edinburgh with positive reviews from 4 publications such as Time Out, 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
Le Monde Hotel Edinburgh
16 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 2PF, Scotland
From $133/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge
"A refurbished town house in the city center, this...boutique hotel opened in March 2006. ... Each of the 18 rooms reflects a different city's vibe and aesthetic."
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In the same building are an assortment of cafes, bars, and a nightclub...light sleepers should book rooms on the third floor to avoid the din.
Oyster
Upscale
"This 18-room, upscale boutique hotel has an eclectic style with city-themed rooms and suites. Located right in the centre of Edinburgh, all the top attractions are within a short walk." Full review
Time Out
"Come to Edinburgh, spend the night in Barcelona, Beijing or Berlin." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Le Monde pulls off its design premise—each of the 18 rooms is themed after a global city—by melding fantasy with comfort." Full review