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JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment

4.0 star property
Apartment with kitchen, steps from Princes Street

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Close to Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • City view
The current price is €892
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan

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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 Observatory House & Apartment

Apartment with kitchen, steps from Princes Street
This smoke-free apartment building features free Wi-Fi in public areas. The apartment has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a patio. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Guest accommodation at this apartment offers a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to patios. Accommodation at this 4-star apartment has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower and complimentary toiletries. This Edinburgh apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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

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
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number EH-69756-F
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Joivy Observatory House &
Altido Observatory House Apartment
JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment Apartment
JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment Edinburgh
JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment Apartment Edinburgh

About the area

Map
40 Calton Hill, c/o Collective, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3BQ

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Calton Hill - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • George Street - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 6 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wingstop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Society Bar & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Place To Eat - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪John Lewis Cafe - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment?

As of 12 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment on 25 Jan 2026 start from €891.55, 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.

How much is parking at JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Princes Street, Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. George Street and University of Edinburgh are also within 15 minutes. St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 7 minutes by foot and Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes.

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JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Vanita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What stood out was that this is such a unique building with historical value, the best views and a lovely bar next door!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a property unlike any other. It was so special and made the whole trip! We felt so special staying here and the views of the city are unparalleled! The cafe next door made for easy coffee in the mornings and cocktails at night. Everyone we met that realized we were staying there were amazed. I cannot recommend it enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were very comfortable. Coffee shop next door for morning coffee was helpful. You are literally right in the middle of the national monument on the top of the city - faulting during the day with tourists everywhere but Heaven at night when the crowds disappear. My only complaint was the communication. We had just arrived in Edinburgh and had no idea where to go. The host said there was a spot right out front to temporarily unload our stuff but gave us no other details. The whole process was very stressful. When I texted the same number after check in I never got a response. I ended up emailing Joivy and got a response the next day. If you are familiar with the area and the house, it wouldn’t have been a problem but we were driving in for the very first time and GPS just took us to a wall at the base of the hill…
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025