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JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment

4.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Dining room
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area
Exterior

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

Explore the area

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

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About the area

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This apartment places you steps from Princes Street and within a 10-minute stroll of Royal Mile. .Apartment features a washing machine, free WiFi and 3 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A patio, a dining area and a TV are also available. .This smoke-free apartment building offers free WiFi in public areas.
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What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Mile - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Grassmarket - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 16 min walk - 1.4 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
  • ‪John Lewis Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Salerno Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk

About this property

JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment

Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 4-star Edinburgh apartment is smoke free.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • No smoking on site
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.

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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)

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

  • No pets 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

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
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
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 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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number EH-69756-F

Property is also known as

Joivy Observatory House &
Altido Observatory House Apartment
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JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment Edinburgh
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment?

JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment?

The closest beach to JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment is Portobello Beach (4.7 km).

Does JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment have a pool?

No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment?

No, JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment?

No, pets are not allowed.

JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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

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