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JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle

3.5 star property

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Apartment | City view
Apartment | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Apartment | Living area | Flat-screen TV
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Apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • City view

Explore the area

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17/6 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HS
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Military Tattoo Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment is adjacent to Grassmarket and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Edinburgh Castle. The 3.5-star apartment includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Victoria Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Military Tattoo Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • National Museum of Scotland - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Barantine - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle

This apartment is a smoke-free apartment building.
The apartment is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. A flat-screen TV comes with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • Free crib

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)
  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 9:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of GBP 250 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Housekeeping fee: GBP 39 per stay

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a debit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number EH-70685-F

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A debit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No alcohol is permitted at this apartment.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Wee Palace by the Castle
Joivy The Wee By The Edinburgh
JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle Apartment
JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle Edinburgh
JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle Apartment Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at this apartment?

This apartment provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see near this apartment?

This apartment is situated in Old Town Edinburgh, just steps from Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket, and within a short walk of Princes Street Gardens. You'll also find Princes Street and Royal Mile less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at this apartment?

No, there isn't parking available at the apartment.

Is this apartment associated with a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

Is JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle good for couples?

Amenities at this apartment that appeal to couples include a kitchen in each apartment with city views in some.

Does JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.

Does this apartment provide breakfast?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

What is the closest airport to this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 7.6 mi away (35 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle?

No, there aren't any apartments with balconies at JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle.

JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place opposite the castle.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Perfect location. Quiet, clean and very comfortable. Not a problem for us but is up 6 short flights of stairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025