Title: JOIVY Old Town Hidden Castle Gem - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # JOIVY Old Town Hidden Castle Gem Apartment with kitchen, steps from Grassmarket ## Photo gallery for JOIVY Old Town Hidden Castle Gem ![Exterior - JOIVY Old Town Hidden Castle Gem (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36990000/36985600/36985598/e06b1283.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV - JOIVY Old Town Hidden Castle Gem (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36990000/36985600/36985598/3d3c2e44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (1 Bedroom) | Private kitchen - JOIVY Old Town Hidden Castle Gem (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36990000/36985600/36985598/eb280e66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - JOIVY Old Town Hidden Castle Gem (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36990000/36985600/36985598/3019f368.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (1 Bedroom) | Living area - JOIVY Old Town Hidden Castle Gem (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36990000/36985600/36985598/a1a89856.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile, JOIVY Old Town Hidden Castle Gem has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire apartment 1 bedroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 Old Town Hidden Castle Gem Apartment with kitchen, steps from Grassmarket This smoke-free apartment building features free WiFi in public areas. The apartment provides a kitchen and an electric kettle, plus free wired internet and a TV with cable channels. A hair dryer, an iron/ironing board, and a desk are among the other amenities that guests will find. Guest accommodations at this apartment offer hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Accommodations at this 3.5-star apartment have kitchens with cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired Internet access. Cable television is provided. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free wired internet ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable channels ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16290000/16282000/16281979/0ebbf496.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile Old Town Edinburgh - 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Fees may include applicable taxes: - A damage deposit of GBP 250 will be collected before check-in. We have included 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 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 Property Registration Number EH-69615-F ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A mandatory cleaning fee is included in this property's rental rate ### Property is also known as Old Town Hidden Gem Edinburgh Old Town Hidden Castle Gem Apartment Old Town Hidden Castle Gem Edinburgh Old Town Hidden Castle Gem Apartment Edinburgh Joivy Old Town Hidden Gem Old Town Hidden Castle Gem JOIVY Old Town Hidden Castle Gem Apartment JOIVY Old Town Hidden Castle Gem Edinburgh JOIVY Old Town Hidden Castle Gem Apartment Edinburgh ## About the area Old Town Edinburgh, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, is home to this apartment. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and George Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. [Visit our Edinburgh travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh.dx6069845) [View more Apartments in Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Apartments.d6069845-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.94682%2C-3.19923&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=yPv5OmMEa4-UFUaefj5KS7NYCtY=) 1 King's Stables Lane, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2LQ ### What's nearby - ![Scenic sight in Edinburgh with the Castle in the background. Scotland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6169296/5a5dd4f9-eb40-49f5-b10f-3da6d4590abd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Grassmarket 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - ![Princes Street Gardens featuring a fountain and a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081311/a5bc4b4c-a11b-4090-9981-7283ade2fb85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Princes Street Gardens 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - ![Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500994/fa5ce512-5bc1-4346-92b7-925b310f5462.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Edinburgh Castle 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![Walter Scott Monument in the Rainy Day, Edinburgh, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129679/519ee91c-169e-4464-8e7f-889b559cf4ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Princes Street 7 min walk \- 0.7 km - ![BDC34T Edinburgh international conference centre Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081273/696b3f1d-1394-41e5-928b-f0b221b4870e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Edinburgh International Conference Centre 9 min walk \- 0.8 km ### Getting around - Princes Street Tram Stop 13 min walk - Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) 15 min walk - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 38 min drive ### Restaurants - Cold Town House 2 min walk - Beehive Inn 3 min walk - The Black Bull 2 min walk - The Redcoat Café 10 min walk - O'Oliviero 4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is JOIVY Old Town Hidden Castle Gem pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at JOIVY Old Town Hidden Castle Gem? ### What time is check-out at JOIVY Old Town Hidden Castle Gem? ### Where is JOIVY Old Town Hidden Castle Gem located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## JOIVY Old Town Hidden Castle Gem Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Amenities ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheldon Jul 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Very close to everything! ##### Sheldon Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Karen Jun 17, 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Not enough toilet paper for 3 people over 3 days only two rolls Shower equipment needs a spring clean and keeps slipping down pole Otherwise ok. Only one key in locked box when we arrived- the large one. ##### Karen Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Ida-Maria Jan 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Perfekt läge och fräscht boende Liten lägenhet som passar familj med mindre barn. Väldigt centralt med gångavstånd till allt, exempelvis 5 min till Victoria Street. Ligger på en bakgata som inte ser så trevlig ut men boendet var väldigt bra och tyst område. Rekommenderas varmt! ##### Ida-Maria Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### traymd63@gmail.com Nov 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication ##### traymd63@gmail.com Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Edinburgh Holiday Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Edinburgh-Holiday-Guest-House.h10240161.Hotel-Information) > > [Malmaison Edinburgh City](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Malmaison-Edinburgh-St-Andrews-Square.h38786208.Hotel-Information) > > [Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Pollock-Halls.h1083952.Hotel-Information) > > [Destiny Scotland Hanover Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Destiny-Scotland-Hanover-Apartments.h37952648.Hotel-Information) > > [The University of Edinburgh, Baird House - Campus Accommodation](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-University-Of-Edinburgh.h30551487.Hotel-Information) > > [Edinburgh College Residence](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Edinburgh-College-Residence.h95336115.Hotel-Information) > > [Roomzzz Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Roomzzz-Edinburgh.h88842761.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge Edinburgh Central Queen Street](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Edinburgh-Central-Queen-Street.h4924301.Hotel-Information) > > [100 Princes Street](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-100-Princes-Street.h74521691.Hotel-Information) > > [4 Friends House](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-4-Friends-House.h102535323.Hotel-Information) > > [Destiny Student Murano - Campus Accommodation](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Destiny-Student-Murano.h12921745.Hotel-Information) > > [Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Fingal.h38753319.Hotel-Information) > > [JA The Bruntsfield - Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Edinburgh-City-Centre-Bruntsfield-Hotel.h20702.Hotel-Information) > > [Sophisticated Edinburgh Apartment in City Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Sophisticated-Edinburgh-Apartment-In-City-Centre.h24279114.Hotel-Information) > > [The Scholar](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Salisbury-Green-Hotel-Bistro.h3911559.Hotel-Information) > > [Staycity Aparthotels, Edinburgh, West End](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Staycity-Aparthotels-West-End.h4435260.Hotel-Information) > > [Miju Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Edinburgh-Lodge.h7724564.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Garden Apartments New Town](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Royal-Garden-Apartments-New-Town.h44772296.Hotel-Information) > > [Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Destiny-Student-Holyrood.h12691403.Hotel-Information) > > [JOIVY Quiet Mews Street Apartment in the Heart of Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Quiet-Mews-Street-Apartment-In-The-Heart-Of-Edinburgh.h36985561.Hotel-Information) > > [Braid Hills Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Best-Western-Edinburgh-South-Braid-Hills-Hotel.h47821.Hotel-Information) > > [Victorian Townhouse at Stockbridge](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Victorian-Townhouse-At-Stockbridge.h23803598.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Kings Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Best-Western-Kings-Manor-Hotel.h5630.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Princes Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Royal-Princes-Suites.h19758332.Hotel-Information) > > [Beautiful Georgian Flat in Edinburgh - Sleeps 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Beautiful-Georgian-Flat-In-Edinburgh-Sleeps-4.h30315362.Hotel-Information) > > [Northumberland Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Northumberland-Hotel.h888647.Hotel-Information) > > [The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Caledonian-Edinburgh.h4198.Hotel-Information) > > [Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Mount-Royal-Hotel-Edinburgh-By-The-Unlimited-Collection.h802180.Hotel-Information) > > [My Thistle Street Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-My-Thistle-Street-Apartments.h44107797.Hotel-Information)