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JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle

3.5 star property
3.5-star apartment near Edinburgh Castle

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

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
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh stay.A stay at this Old Town Edinburgh apartment places you steps from Grassmarket and within a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle. Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh are also within half a mile (1 km).
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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 - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Mile - 11 min walk - 0.6 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
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬1 min walk

About this property

JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle

3.5-star apartment near Edinburgh Castle
  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • No smoking on site
Guest accommodations at this apartment offer washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations at this 3.5-star apartment have kitchens with refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Edinburgh apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Housekeeping fee: GBP 39 per stay

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

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

Property Registration Number EH-70685-F

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't allowed at this apartment.

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

How close is JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle to the airport?

This apartment is 7.6 mi (35-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle?

As of May 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle on Jun 9, 2026 start from $372, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle to the beach?

This apartment is 3.5 mi (23-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14.7 mi (43-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle to downtown Edinburgh?

This apartment is 0.6 mi away from Edinburgh.

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