Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation

2.0 star property
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, near Royal Mile

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Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Courtyard
Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom (3/4 Double Bed - 120cm wide) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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31 Abbeyhill, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH8 8EH
  • Place, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (3/4 Double Bed - 120cm wide)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(51 reviews)
  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom (3/4 Double Bed - 120cm wide)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Apartment, 5 Bedrooms, Kitchen (3/4 Double Bed - 120cm wide)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 969 sq ft
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Double Beds

Standard Apartment, 4 Bedrooms, Kitchen (3/4 Double Bed - 120cm wide)

  • 829 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

Standard Apartment, 6 Bedrooms, Kitchen

  • 969 sq ft
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Double Beds

Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Abbeyhill, Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Princes Street and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. This 411-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, concierge services, and laundry facilities.

What's nearby

  • Palace of Holyroodhouse - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Royal Mile - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 17 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 19 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cafe at the Palace - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Regent Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bellfield Brewery Taproom - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Oink - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation

Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, near Royal Mile
Guests staying at Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a vending machine. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. This smoke-free hostel also has a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)

More

  • Built in 2015
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

More

  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Destiny Student Brae House Hostel Edinburgh
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Destiny Student - Brae House Edinburgh, Scotland
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Destiny Student Brae House Campus Accommodation Hostel
Destiny Student Brae House Campus Accommodation Edinburgh
Destiny Student Holyrood Brae House Hostel Edinburgh
Destiny Student Holyrood Brae House Hostel
Destiny Student Holyrood Brae House Edinburgh
Destiny Student Holyrood Brae House
Destiny Student - Holyrood (Brae House) Edinburgh
Destiny Student Brae House (Campus Accommodation)
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Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation?

Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation?

This hostel is situated in Abbeyhill within a short 16-minute walk of Royal Mile and also 12 minutes on foot from Princes Street. You'll also find Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.

Does Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation feature a casino on the premises?

No, Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation good for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like concierge services and a 24-hour front desk plus some rooms include kitchens.

Does Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation have a hot tub?

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

Does Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation.

Does Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Where is the closest airport to Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation?

The closest major airport to Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 8.9 mi away (39 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation?

No, at Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.

Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 758 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 320 out of 758 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 758 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 758 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 758 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exactly as advertised

The room was small but looked exactly like the picture in the ad. The staff was very helpful! 5/5 stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good

Unconventional location for a holiday as techically as its not a hotel but out of season uni dormitory rooms, good value for your money considering the London style prices of Edinburgh today, and with buses nearby going into Edinburgh within 10 or 15 minutes in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

NOK M

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, easy check in and just what we needed for a good nights rest before exploring Edinburgh
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jon

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chinmay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emori

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Basic, clean, good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jill

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
A few students at the desk were so polite and awesome and a few were absolutely rude. They need to tell you about the kitchenette and such when you check in. The washers and dryers were disgusting and never cleaned. But the worst were the seagulls that live on top of the building and cry, literally cry, all night. There is an awesome Kurdish Kebab place about 4 min walk, and other great places on that strip as well. The towel rule is lame and one of the girls at the front would not give me a plastic bag for my little trash can; she actually told me to go buy one at Sainsbury's. Ridiculous. They should work a bit more cleaning the floors/carpet, etc, instead of sitting at the desk all day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very nice and friendly and the room was clean. We had a great view from our room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The bed was comfortable and I appreciated USB plugs in the headboard (the only place over 7 stays where I saw them). It was very clean and I appreciated the self catering kitchen with stove, oven, fridge and microwave.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mamboh

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
"I stayed at this hostel for three weeks during my placement. The rooms were clean, staff friendly, and the location was perfect—close to transport and eateries. Wi-Fi was reliable, and the atmosphere felt safe and welcoming. Great value for money. I’d definitely recommend it for short or long stays
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Shuyu

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tahiia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bang for your buck. Was clean, quiet, convenient. What more can you ask for?! Reception staff were super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chye Khim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ensuite bathroom. Common kitchen for cooking👍. Overall clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

It does the job. The bed was fine, and the shower was good. Cleanliness and facilities could be better - I don't have high standards for student accommodation but, for example, the fridge and kitchen area smelled odd. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. If you just need a bed and a shower, and are not looking anything else from your accommodation, this will do the job.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Everett

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the value and the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Karthik

It was ok and price was too high for 2star accommodation. Better that bunk beds around the city, price to high, was priced to 75 GBP per night for hostel accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Veronika

Liked: Staff & service
Basic facilities, fairly clean, staff were very friendly and helpful. The doors are quite noisy if you let them slam shut (which is easy to do). The location is quite convenient and fairly close to the city centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A good stay at the Destiny Student accomodation. Check in was easy, most of it done before arrival. Room was nice, clean, basic but good. Only 15 minutes walk from train station, a few minutes from Hollyrood and the Scottish parliament builds. Would use this again, different from a 5 star hotel but gives you more money to spend on activities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karolina

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024