Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation, near Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and St. Giles' Cathedral, offers a convenient base with laundry facilities and in-room WiFi. Connect with the helpful staff for tour assistance or simply relax by the lobby TV.
Reviews
7.47.4 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
24/7 front desk
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (8)
24-hour front desk
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Multilingual staff
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Tour/ticket assistance
TV in a common area
Feel at home (4)
Private bathroom
Laundry facilities
Lift
Limited housekeeping
Room options
Available filters for rooms
Showing 6 of 6 rooms
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Standard Apartment, 6 Bedrooms, Kitchen
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
6 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Desk
Wardrobe
90 sq m
Sleeps 12
6 Double Beds
View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom (3/4 Double Bed - 120cm wide)
Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom (3/4 Double Bed - 120cm wide)
Highlights
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
View all photos for Standard Apartment, 4 Bedrooms, Kitchen (3/4 Double Bed - 120cm wide)
Standard Apartment, 4 Bedrooms, Kitchen (3/4 Double Bed - 120cm wide)
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
4 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
77 sq m
Sleeps 8
4 Double Beds
View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (3/4 Double Bed - 120cm wide)
Standard Double Room, Ensuite (3/4 Double Bed - 120cm wide)
Highlights
Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Laptop workspace
Desk
13 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Standard Apartment, 5 Bedrooms, Kitchen (3/4 Double Bed - 120cm wide)
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 17 min walk
Edinburgh Waverley Station - 18 min walk
St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 19 min walk
Balfour Street Tram Stop - 21 min walk
Princes Street Tram Stop - 23 min walk
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min walk
KFC - 7 min walk
Cafe at the Palace - 6 min walk
Hoppy - 9 min walk
Gautam’s - 8 min walk
About this property
Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation
When you stay at Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Princes Street and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. Also, Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are a short five-minute drive away. The helpful staff and location get good marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
411 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No on-site parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Pool table
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Built in 2015
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Lift
Lift door width (centimetres): 109
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
More
Limited housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge
Policies
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property serves as accommodation for students during designated school terms.
Also known as
Destiny Student Brae House Hostel Edinburgh
Destiny Student Brae House Hostel
Destiny Student Brae House Edinburgh
Destiny Student Brae House Campus Accommodation Hostel Edinburgh
Destiny Student - Brae House Edinburgh, Scotland
Destiny Student - Brae House Edinburgh Scotland
Destiny Student Brae House Campus Accommodation Hostel
Destiny Student Brae House Campus Accommodation Edinburgh
Destiny Student Holyrood Brae House Hostel Edinburgh
Does Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What's the area around Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation like?
Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation is in Abbeyhill, a short 12-minute walk from Princes Street and 16 minutes' walk from Royal Mile. Travellers say that this hostel is in a good location.
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7.6/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
7.2/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
27 Aug 2024
Clean and comfortable rooms in a great neighborhood!
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 July 2024
Good accommodation helpful and professional staff.
Marivic
Marivic, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Nov 2024
Was cheap and cheerful. Small bed but was fine for a night. Reception had free earplugs etc and lovely
Staff. Would stay again
Only bad part was the closest parking we could get was a 10
Min walk
Arlene
Arlene, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Sept 2024
The room was very clean.as was the shower room.
Ideal for the few days we were there.staff were welcoming and helpful.would stay again.
Antonio
Antonio, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Sept 2024
I think it worth the price , I’d stay again
Andrea
Andrea, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 July 2024
Great place with great staff!
Ève
Ève, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Sept 2024
Perfect spot in a central location. Very clean and modern!
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Aug 2024
Bed was comfy
Hope
Hope, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
3 Sept 2024
Really great affordable option to stay in the city. Room was clean, quiet, and the staff were great. Didn't really know what to expect for what I paid but was pleasantly surprised at how easy and basically good it was.
Candy
Candy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 July 2024
Perfect Location
Shadi
Shadi, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Aug 2024
So happy to stay there
It was great
Fredha Mushiya
Fredha Mushiya, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Aug 2024
Close to everything in Edinburgh! Easy to navigate to and from. Price cant be beat for what you get.
William Craig
William Craig, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 July 2024
5 star stay
We had only one night here but we really enjoyed it. Will come back when visiting again
Karolina
Karolina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Aug 2024
Best accommodation we’ve stayed in for a long time. So comfortable, clean and handy with the kitchenette area. Staff were so lovely. Very central and within walking distance of so many places in the city. Will definitely be staying here again.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 June 2024
Good value, clean with helpful staff good position within the city
John Anthony
John Anthony, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Aug 2024
Staff on reception were great. Location was good. Shower was a bit dirty as was the kitchen in places but overall ok for the price.
Linda
Linda, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
18 Aug 2024
The staff was very friendly, the Hostel itself was what you expect, could have been a little cleaner
Martin
Martin, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 July 2024
Fantastic value for money! Safe, clean and convenient. Short walks to all the important places. Great place to stay.
Cathy
Cathy, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 Sept 2024
We stayed for one night and it was good value for money, but I wouldn’t spend more than 2 nights there
Margaux
Margaux, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
12 Aug 2024
Great location! good deal for the price
Bed was uncomfortable, all of the other destiny student accommodations I've stayed at were nicer
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 June 2024
Excellent location. Helpful friendly staff. Great kitchen and lounge facilities.
angela
angela, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Aug 2024
Everything we hoped it would be! Safe affordable, convenient with facilities to cook our own dinner and do laundry!
Emma
Emma, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 July 2024
Excellent staff
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Aug 2024
Place was as advertised. It's called the 'student' and feels very much like a dorm room. Private bathrooms and clean facilities with a helpful and friendly 24hr front desk staff.