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JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally Under the Castle

Property class: 3.5

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A row of historic stone buildings with uniform windows and a clear sky. - JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally Under the Castle (Edinburgh)
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Close to Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile, JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally Under the Castle has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • City view

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About this property

JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally Under the Castle

  • Apartment near Grassmarket
  • A short walk from Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street, JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally Under the Castle has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Smoke-free property
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally Under the Castle offer perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers
    • 24-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and kitchens

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About the area

Edinburgh City Centre, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, is home to this apartment. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and George Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Murrayfield Stadium. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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13 King's Stables Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2JY

What's nearby

  • A golden fountain with statues in a park with a large building in the background.
    Princes Street Gardens
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A historic castle on a hill with a crowd in the foreground.
    Grassmarket
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A historic castle on a hill with a statue in the foreground.
    Edinburgh Castle
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.
    Royal Mile
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Military Tattoo Theatre
    1 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Cold Town House
    2 min walk
  • The Scotch Whisky Experience
    4 min walk
  • The Fiddler's Arms
    3 min walk
  • Beehive Inn
    3 min walk
  • The Last Drop
    5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally Under the Castle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally Under the Castle?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally Under the Castle?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally Under the Castle located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this apartment building is steps away from Grassmarket and Edinburgh Castle. Royal Mile and Edinburgh International Conference Centre are also within 15 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally Under the Castle Reviews

6.6

7.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

7.4

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This flat is very close to Grassmarket and the castle. It is a very walkable location. We loved being in old town. We felt like this was a safe location for our children as well. I would not recommend using the sofa bed so it really only sleeps 4 adults. Two of our children had to sleep on the floor even though the listing said it sleeps 6. It also takes a good while to air dry clothes since there isn’t a dryer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Meh…

I wish I paid more attention to other reviews and stayed elsewhere. This property is in Terrible condition. As I understand that remodeling a place like this could be costly, what is unacceptable is the overall maintenance - stained carpets, furniture falling apart, wholes in walls, heater covers are loose/disattached from walls, closet doors missing in both rooms (and you have to see all their clutter exposed). Also very important— there were 4 of us, so we didn’t use the sofa bed. But DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE SOFA BED - there are multiple sunken in areas in it. Your back will not be happy about sleeping here, even sitting in it was close to impossible. However - location is great, walkable and close to most points of interest. Also there is no elevator to the apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We booked this property because the Expedia website specifically mentioned (in 3 places) it had a washer AND DRYER. It only had a washer. This was disappointing as we planned and packed with the intent of washing and drying laundry here. The unit itself is okay. The closet doors were broken in both rooms. The closets were also filled with stuff making them impossible to use. A chair was clearly broken and then poorly repaired. A radiator cover is broken. One bedroom has a queen-size mattress on a full-size bed frame making for a U-shaped and uncomfortable bed. Beds were uncomfortable. The location is wonderful! Beautiful views and lots of stores and restaurants nearby. Location was a little noise as it is near bars and restaurants. There were 5 of us staying 4 nights. We were given 2.5 rolls of toilet paper. When we requested more, we were advised we would have to pay for it. We all agreed that we would not recommend this place.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
De ligging was top. We kwamen alleen muizenkeutels tegen die vers waren.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Thin windows next to busy pubs and a broken fridge

The location was great. However, we had no idea that there was construction around the entire building. It would have been nice to know that ahead of time, so we would know what to expect. The construction made it a little difficult to find the entrance when we arrived after dark. Also, the refrigerator door wouldn't latch, so we propped a chair in front of it using an area rug to keep it shut. We have a one year old and needed the refrigerator to store milk and baby food. We notified the owner immediately and were there for three nights. He got back to us the next day and said he'd try to send someone over to look at it but, no one came and we were never offered compensation of any kind. On the subject of our toddler, the windows are old and thin and tge apartment is a very busy nightlife area. It was our first time to Edinburgh, so we had no idea the nightlife was as vibrant as it is. We heard loud tourists yelling, throwing construction cones, kicking garbage cans, and whatever else from about 11pm until nearly 4am each night. Then each morning we woke up to construction workers hammering away on the sidewalk and road on both sides of the building. It was less than ideal and knowing what we know now, we'll stay somewhere else next time. If you're planning on being a drunk tourist this is the place for you.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Room comfort
Location was great; however the unit is surrounded by construction. This was never mentioned in all of our email correspondence. Even though we were there on a weekend workers were still there working at 8:00 each morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019