Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation

2.0 star property
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, near Edinburgh Castle

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

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, Palace of Holyroodhouse
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Calton Hill
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪28 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
  • Calton Hill - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Princes Street - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Royal Mile - 16 min walk - 0.9 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
  • ‪The Safari Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Clarinda's Tea Room - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation

Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, near Edinburgh Castle
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 luggage storage and tours/tickets. 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

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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 12-minute walk of Princes Street and also 14 minutes on foot from Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. You'll also find Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation?

No, there isn't parking at this 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.

What do couples enjoy most about Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation?

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, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

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, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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 that I can book at Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation.

Reviews

Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation Reviews

7.4

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 761 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 320 out of 761 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 761 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 761 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 761 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Amenities
For helping me be able to save money I had what I needed, & the place did seem very clean &I was happy to stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jaime Jr.

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Louise

Traveled with family

Cheap and easy to get to

The room wasn’t very clean. Stains on drawers and dust round arms of chair and smudge marks in bathroom. We got a good price though so didn’t wish to complain. Didn’t realise we had a room in a flat. I must have miss read how it worked. Interesting set up.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yiu

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Zachary

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The rooms are unbearably hot, even when the outside temperature is cool. they have fans at the front desk but availability is limited and even with them it is horribly uncomfortable to sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

shashi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reception staff is really nice and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness

affordable but sparse room for the fringe festival

This was what we were expecting, sparse but affordable accommodations during the fringe festival. It was a 20-25 minute walk to festival venues (or a 10 minute bus ride). Tight for two people, but was clean and staff were friendly. There's a friendly pub (The Regent) a few minutes away, that we used for common space as the rooms are so small. We had a lovely view of Arthur's Seat.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was good value for money for Edinburgh during the festival. The reception staff were very friendly and welcoming. The room was quiet and the shower good. The location, close to Holyrood Palace is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Hayley

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Good location

Good location, was a 20 minute walk to Edinburgh Castle, Arthur’s Seat hike and Princes Street. The private bathroom was good and the staff were nice as well. The only thing of note was that the bed was quite uncomfortable, so just something to keep in mind if you’re a bad sleeper.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

April

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Samuel

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
no air sicuolstion room like an oven could sleep so hot
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Eamonn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Dishonest and disgusting customer service.

The accommodation was ok but the service via Hotel.Com was disgusting and frankly detracted from the whole Edinburgh and York trip
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Phillip

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Property was fine as a place to rest your head. Room was clean when I arrived and staff made sure we were comfortable with towels, toiletries etc. It was only a short walk to the old town which was very convenient as were there during Fringe and for Oasis.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

mark

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

10/10 Excellent

David

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's student
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service

Fit for purpose

Pleasant, welcoming and fit for purpose. Condition of communal area tatty and bathroom could be cleaner. Staff friendly and helpful. Good location and great to have Sainsburys and bus stop near by. Superb for park and Arthur's seat, access to Royal Mile and train station. All in all - I would stay again. Price reflects accomodation and clearly states it is not a hotel. I enjoyed my stay in Edinburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Gary

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

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

Edinburgh Festival

Good wifi, good location within Edinburgh
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025