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Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

3.5 star property

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Classic Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Classic Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Classic Studio, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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23 Thistle St S W Ln, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 1EW
  • Place, George Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street Gardens
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Apartment, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (second room open studio)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Classic Studio, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Deluxe Apartment, 1 King Bed

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments is adjacent to George Street and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Princes Street. Each of the 11 rooms at this 3.5-star apartment building includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • George Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Princes Street Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St. Andrew Square - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Standing Order - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Greenwoods - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Element - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fat Hippo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kitty O’Shea’s - ‬1 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 New Town Apartments

At Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas.
Each apartment is heated and features a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a microwave, and a stovetop. A flat-screen TV comes with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include an all-in-one washing machine and dryer, an espresso maker, and a safe. Weekly housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.2 miles (GBP 20 per night); reservations required

Family friendly

  • Travel crib

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Laundry

  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Laundry detergent

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Weekly housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In the city center

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 11 units
  • 6 floors
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless 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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Deposit of 100% is payable and is due at the time of booking the reservation.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of GBP 300 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 20 per night (984 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and high chair
This property accepts credit 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 and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Driving? This property offers offsite parking (reservations required).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and high chair.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments?

Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments?

This apartment is situated in Edinburgh City Centre, just steps from George Street, and within a 10-minute walk of Princes Street and Princes Street Gardens. You'll also find Edinburgh Castle and Dean Village less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at this apartment?

No, there isn't parking at the apartment but you'll find nearby parking for GBP 20 per night (reservations required).

Does Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments have a casino?

No, Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

Is Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this apartment, including a kitchen in each apartment plus separate bathtubs and showers and city views in some.

Does Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.

Does Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments though service animals are welcome.

How far is the airport from Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments?

The closest major airport to Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 7.8 mi away (27 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments?

No, there aren't any apartments with balconies at Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments.

Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 217 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 217 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 217 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 217 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 217 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Eileen, Seattle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The apartment was large and quiet and clean. That's the good part. The mattress was not great. We could feel the wood underneath it and the pillows were thin. By the end of five nights we were dreaming of our bed back home. The tv is tiny and far across the room. Overall the space is fine but it feels cheap not cozy and welcoming.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
We loved our apartment. It had everything we needed in an excellent location for sightseeing and tours.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Raul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The apartment was spacious and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pawan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dale

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was a bit nervous of where we had to enter the apartment. It was in a back lane and looked a bit sketchy. The office staff were wonderful and the apartment was great. It was clean and very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, liked have kitchen & washer/dryer
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was pretty unsettling when we arrived to find the door to the apartment in an ally with all of the trash containers and restaurant back doors and even a residing homeless person. Then you go into a beautifully finished apartment building and very nice accommodations. Well, we got to know the homeless guy and actually got a kick out of the location. Definitely different!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myla

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Destiny New Town apartments were clean, comfortable and well appointed. The staff at the office were very helpful. The location is perfect for exploring central Edinburgh. I would rebook this location again: great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Helgi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, location, location to Royal Mile, Tattoo, restaurants, Fringe,. Didn’t feel safe at night access in dark alley to apt entrance.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought it was way overpriced for a start and the customer service was not up to standard … very disappointing. I found the homeless man in the doorway next to the apartment entry door more helpful. The apartment was quite comfortable but the bed mattress was very hard.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious and great location. Good communication. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jemelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had the best stay at New Town apartments managed by Destiny Scotland. The studio apartment was very clean and well equipped. Very centrally located with shopping and restaurants close by. It was also very quiet so I was able to get great quality sleep. I enjoyed my stay very much and would recommend it to anyone traveling in Edinburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Lovely place but it felt rather unsafe in its location, I wouldn’t have been happy staying here alone. It’s a street directly behind shops and a pub, We arrived home late one evening and a group of drunk men were toileting and hanging around close to the entrance. This is a shame as the apartment was clean and well equipped, central location and good walking distance for most tourist attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roshni

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Incredible stay, Tough check-in

We had an excellent stay in Edinburgh at Destiny Scotland New Town apartments. Exceptionally clean, modern and well kept. Unfortunately directions to the property are tough especially when checking in after 5pm and the office is closed. It is difficult to find the exact property location and we were not given the after hours checkin information until we called the emergency phone number. We were then promptly directed to correctly enter and use our code. Other than that little hiccup, I still give 5 stars because the property and apartment were exceptional. Excellent location and place was so comfortable for us spending the weekend to go to a concert at the castle. If we come back to Edinburgh I will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely apartment, well equipped with all you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed staying here. The apartment is brand new. Only a few blocks a way from the train station. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liesl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We loved the location of this apartment! Just around the corner and you're in the middle of beautiful Edinburgh! The property was clean, nicely decorated and entry was easy. We will definitely consider this as a future stay when we return to Edinburgh!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Taryn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great to have a full apartment to ourselves, but the check in process was a bit of a shambles. We hadn’t received the check in information and upon arriving at the property to find it unmanned, we had a lot of trouble calling the emergency number to connect with someone. About one hour later, we were in. The room itself was pleasant, but there is no cooling and the shower was luke warm, at best. We also noticed light coming from behind the robe at night and identified a small door in the bottom of the robe, which was disturbing. Turned out to be access to some pipes etc. The lift takes a long time and the voiceover is extremely loud.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Go

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The location is good. A lot of nice restaurants pubs, close to central. Washer and dryer worked well. Only one thing fire alarm didn’t work properly. Means it ringed in the middle of the day without any use of dryer etc. it annoyed and terrified my kids. Except this overall great place to stay. Also very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025