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JOIVY Observatory Apartment

3.0 star property
3-star apartment near Royal Mile

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An outdoor patio with a table and benches, overlooking a historic tower and ruins.
A modern kitchen with black cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a countertop with a loaf of bread and a coffee maker.
A modern living room with a sofa, TV, dining table, and chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, dresser, and a mirror.
A view through a window with a stone wall and a building in the background.

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1 bedroomSleeps 260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • City view

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40 Calton Hill, c/o Collective, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3BQ
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the area

Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Old Town Edinburgh apartment, you'll find Princes Street and Royal Mile. Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Waterloo Place - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grassmarket - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 4 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Society Bar & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wingstop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pho Edinburgh - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪John Lewis Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

JOIVY Observatory Apartment

3-star apartment near Royal Mile
Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 3-star Edinburgh apartment is smoke free.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • No smoking on site
Guest accommodations at this apartment offer hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations at this 3-star apartment have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • 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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

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
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number EH-69756-F

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is JOIVY Observatory Apartment to the airport?

This apartment is 8.5 mi (44-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 Observatory Apartment?

As of Aug 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at JOIVY Observatory Apartment on Aug 20, 2026 start from CA $608, excluding 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 Observatory Apartment have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is JOIVY Observatory Apartment to the beach?

This apartment is 2.9 mi (17-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14 mi (37-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does JOIVY Observatory Apartment offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at JOIVY Observatory Apartment?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at JOIVY Observatory Apartment?

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

Is there free parking at JOIVY Observatory Apartment?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does JOIVY Observatory Apartment have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does JOIVY Observatory Apartment have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is JOIVY Observatory Apartment to downtown Edinburgh?

This apartment is 0.1 mi away from Edinburgh.