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Set in Edinburgh, 1.1 km from Royal Mile and 800 metres from National Museum of Scotland, JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally under the Castle offers city views and free WiFi. This property is located a short distance from attractions such as Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Waverley station, and Edinburgh Playhouse. The property is 800 metres from EICC, and within 400 metres of the city centre. The spacious apartment comes with 2 separate bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and dishwasher, and a living room with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking. Popular points of interest near the apartment include The Real Mary King's Close, University of Edinburgh and Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 9 km from JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally under the Castle.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Edinburgh, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.3
Facilities
6.6
Cleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Value for money
6.5
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
10
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Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by JOIVY Scotland

Company review score: 7.9Based on 4,308 reviews from 195 properties
195 managed properties

Company information

Dear guest, welcome to an JOIVY home. We take pride in helping thousands of busy hosts across Europe to rent their properties professionally so you can have the stay of your dreams. This and every other home we manage provides hotel-like quality services, such as professional cleaning before your stay, quality linen, towels, and essentials. If you need further information on this and any other JOIVY home, just call us and we’ll be happy to help anytime, 24 hours a day. We are committed to providing the best experience for you: from Welcome to See you soon. Stay in an JOIVY.

Property information

Location: Edinburgh's historical Old Town, In the heart of Grassmarket. Close walking distance to all of Edinburgh's attractions. Apartment: Brand new & refurbished apartment literally under the castle, both bedrooms and bathrooms with an ultimate castle view. Popular tourist sites and transport hubs: Edinburgh Castle/Scotch Whisky Experience - 6 mins The Usher Hall -7 mins National Museum of Scotland/St.Giles Cathedral - 9 mins EICC - 10 mins Scottish National gallery - 12 mins The Meadows - 16 mins Edinburgh University - 17 mins Calton Hill - 21 mins Omni Centre/Stockbridge Market - 24 mins Palace of Holyrood - 26 mins Waverley Railway Station - 15 mins The space The flat is quite bright, and luxuriously finished with two double bedrooms and inbuilt wardrobes. It is freshly decorated in a modern contemporary style making it suitable for any guest wishing to explore Edinburgh, whilst staying somewhere homely and warm. It also has a airy bathroom as well as a spacious open plan kitchen and living room with TV, dishwasher and washer. Guest access You will have full access to the flat throughout your stay. including free Wifi. *Please note that sofa bed linens are not included in the nightly rate. If you would like to use the sofa bed, please let us know, and the additional fee is 25GBP for linens.

Neighbourhood information

Edinburgh's old town is one of the world's most historic sites. My brand new apartment sits on one of the most historic streets in Edinburgh, and offers you the opportunity to live in a modern, well equipped apartment right underneath the castle. The flat is located just around the corner from lively and beautiful Grassmarket central, at the center of the Festival action during the summer and activities all year around. Getting around Edinburgh is very easy to navigate and get around. Lothian buses cover the entire city and are very affordable. Local taxi services are affordable and very reliable. Uber has just started in Edinburgh and we have a very special sign up offer for our guests use! Also Waverley Railway Station is about 15 minutes walk from the flat and provides excellent connections to different parts of the city and Scotland. Additionally, you can use the various tram lines which connect Edinburgh with the stop being 25 minutes away. Should you decide to explore the city in a healthy and fun way you can choose between walking on foot with many of the popular tourist sites being reachable in less than 30 minutes.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally under the Castle

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoor & View
  • City view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally under the Castle takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Damage policy

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to GBP 855 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

No cots or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation. During your stay you can pay for any extras using Maestro, ​Mastercard and Visa .


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Strictly no smoking, no parties. Dispose of rubbish appropriately. Keep the property clean and tidy. Quiet hours are between 10 PM and 9 AM. So please keep the noise down and respect the neighbours in the building. Please remember to close all windows and doors when leaving. Careful attention to the keys is extremely important. Guests are responsible for any additional costs resulting from misplaced keys or locksmith call-outs. To ensure the safety of our current and future guests, we ask all guests to complete our online check-in form and to provide a valid form of identification.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally under the Castle in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £855 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

FAQs about JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally under the Castle

  • JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally under the Castle offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Yes, JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally under the Castle is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The prices at JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally under the Castle may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally under the Castle can accommodate the following group size:

      • 6 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally under the Castle is 450 yards from the centre of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally under the Castle has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at JOIVY Heart of the Old Town Literally under the Castle is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.