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Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

4.0 star property

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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129 Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH8 8BP
  • Royal Mile
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • University of Edinburgh
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Classic 2 Bed Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior 1 Bed Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic 3 Bed Apartment

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Superior 2 Bed Apartment with Balcony

  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Penthouse 2 Bed Apartment with Balcony

  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Superior 3 Bed Apartment

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

A stay at Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence places you in the heart of Edinburgh, within a 10-minute walk of Royal Mile and Princes Street. .This apartment is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Grassmarket.

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Royal Mile - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 10 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 15 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tolbooth Tavern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Cafe at the Palace - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Canons' Gait - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Holyrood 9A - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪White Horse Oyster & Seafood Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

Apartments with kitchens, a short walk to Royal Mile
Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence offers 12 accommodations with espresso makers and hair dryers. Accommodations at this 4-star apartment have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.

This Edinburgh apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Make yourself at home in one of the 12 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and ovens. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and 32-inch Smart televisions are provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and microwaves.
This smoke-free apartment offers discounted parking nearby and offsite parking.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking for GBP 20 per day; reservations required; discounts available

Family friendly

  • Highchair
  • Travel cot

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: GBP 15 per night

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • 32-inch Smart TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Climate control

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • No housekeeping service

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In the city centre

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 12 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are recommended to download the property's Destiny Scotland mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15 per night

Payment types

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 300 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 20 per day (6562 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

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Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 159 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elaina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

The most comfortable sisters weekend

Very enjoyable and comfortable stay at Destiny Scotland. The apartment was ideal for our stay. It woll definitely be a recommendation
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. A funny apartment where every room has a heavy fire door that you can’t leave open. Bedroom, living room, kitchen. But brilliantly located on the Royal Mile and yet quite a quiet and very comfortable, spotlessly clean apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
I highly recommend Destiny Scotland.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Amazing location and accessibility.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and clean with exceptional view.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Toronto

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location right on the Royal Mile. It was very clean with all the amenities we needed. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Simone

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Not Safe or Reliable Accommodation. Rude Staff!

I would not recommend for 3 reasons: 1. SAFETY. There is a loud bar located on the 1st floor. There was a large fight that came onto the sidewalk with physical fighting & yelling leading to a gentleman being beaten & profuse bleeding . It was quite scary. 2. VERY LOUD. The rooms facing the royal mile are loud due to the pubs open late. The other rooms are in front of loud air vents and go on and off all day and night (see photos). The pigeons were VERY loud starting at 5am. 3. POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. It is the worst I’ve experienced in my life. They sent me my room 3 days in advance indicating I was in room 11 along with our entry code. When I arrived I was not able to get in & the pin did not work. Their office closes at 5pm so if you arrive after 5pm you are out of luck for assistance. I tried calling their emergency line around 630pm since their office closes at 5pm. No one answered the emergency line! I had my family of five panicking because we could not get into our room & had no where to go. After calling a number times over a period of time I was finally told my room changed to room 8. They attempted to lie by saying that I have been booked in room 8 since January. Once I produced my email showing confirmation for room 11 three days before my check in they changed the story to say it was due to maintenance issue. Their reservation manager was rude & unprofessional. I was very surprised at this behaviour. This place ruined my family’s holiday.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel Jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Location is 100% worth it! Amazing stay.

This was honestly one of the best bookings we have made on our trip. Location was excellent and lots of room inside. Kitchen was large and an elevator helped with all of our luggage we had to carry. Would 100% recommend you book if you are going to hit up all the sites in Edinburgh and want to have lots of pubs and restaurants close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Right in the heart of Edinburgh!

Heaps of room, lovely set up, so close to everything which was fantastic! Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom was damp. Wouldn't stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Comfortable Stay in a Great Location

Wonderful location right off the Royal Mile. Our apartment was modern, clean, comfortable and quiet, even though we were in a busy area and there was construction going on towards the back of the building. More than enough space for our family to stretch out and relax after long days of touring the city! Linens provided were ample and clean, bath products were available in the bathrooms and the kitchen was well equipped. We would absolutely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Arlyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only reason I gave 4 starts instead of 5 was there was strange smell in the hallway. Otherwise a nice place and right in the heart of Edinburgh. P.S. I think I lost my white Calia hoodie there. If you found it would you be able to return it?
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding location, well designed space with luxury finishes and amenities. Fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay! The location is awesome, within walking distance of all tourist attraction and lots of dining options near by. The apartment was perfect with lots of room, good view and extremely comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellently positioned property, clean, spacious and comfortable! Central to all the attractions, we were very happy with our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property in the heart of the royal mile. We really enjoyed our short stay there! Only challenge was parking - we chose the train station as it was just a short walk, but a little pricey.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ELLEN, FLORENCE

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ELLEN, FLORENCE

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ELLEN, FLORENCE

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This place was right on the royal mile, so was close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ELLEN, FLORENCE

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great apartment in a fantastic location

Spotlessly clean apartment in a great location. Would recommend to anyone
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bhupendra

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024