Title: JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle Apartment with kitchen, steps from Grassmarket ![Apartment | City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54690000/54687300/54687223/02006b4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Apartment | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54690000/54687300/54687223/a24ad6d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54690000/54687300/54687223/d93ea3a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54690000/54687300/54687223/c0ba8638.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54690000/54687300/54687223/5f1165ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile, JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Free WiFi - City view ## 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 The Wee Palace by the Castle Apartment with kitchen, steps from Grassmarket The apartment features a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave, plus a washer/dryer and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Free WiFi, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are among the other amenities available to guests. Housekeeping is available on request. Guest accommodation at this apartment offers washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Accommodation at this 3.5-star apartment has kitchens with fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Edinburgh apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on request. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Family friendly - Free cot ### 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 lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - 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 - 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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. ### Optional extras - Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: GBP 39 per stay The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 cots/infant beds This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted On-site 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-70685-F If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Alcohol is not permitted at this property ### 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 ## About the area ![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%7C55.94704%2C-3.19710&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KFAW1hg1Mqj96I0g-ssCLgL8kDI=) 17/6 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2HS #### What's nearby - Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Edinburgh Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Princes Street - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Royal Mile - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles #### Getting around - Princes Street Tram Stop - 11 min walk - Edinburgh Waverley Station - 13 min walk - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 33 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬4 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 ## Frequently asked questions ### Is JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. ### What time is check-out at JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle? > Checkout is at 11 AM. ### Where is JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle located? > Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Grassmarket, Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh. Royal Mile and Princes Street are also within 15 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 11 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## JOIVY The Wee Palace by the Castle Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 16 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication Perfect location. Quiet, clean and very comfortable. 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