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Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments

4.0 star property
Apartment with kitchen, steps from George Street

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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17 Thistle Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 1DF
  • Princes Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Royal Mile
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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Room options

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 645 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments is adjacent to George Street and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Princes Street. This 3-room, 4-star apartment building has in-room conveniences like kitchens, balconies, and iPod docks.

What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Royal Mile - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 13 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dome - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hard Rock Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Amarone - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Why Not - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 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 - Thistle Street Apartments

Apartment with kitchen, steps from George Street
Guests of Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments have access to free WiFi in public areas.
Each apartment is heated and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a dining area. A flat-screen TV comes with a DVD player, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. The bathroom offers hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, an iPod dock, and a coffee maker. Weekly housekeeping is available.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Family friendly

  • High chair

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

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

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • iPod dock

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 3 units

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 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

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
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
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 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.
  • 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, and a smoke detector.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments?

Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments?

This apartment is situated in Edinburgh City Centre, just steps from Princes Street and George Street. You'll also find Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park 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 - Thistle Street Apartments include a casino at the property?

No, Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

Is Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this apartment, including a kitchen and free Internet access in each apartment and city views in some.

Does Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments have a hot tub?

No, this apartment doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments though service animals are welcome.

How far is the airport from Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments?

The closest major airport to Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 8.1 mi away (27 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments?

Yes, every apartment at Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments comes with a balcony with some featuring city views.

Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 121 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Shirley

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jed

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was very clean and spacious. It is close to many amenities and near the rail station.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Fabulous

In a quiet back street not far from the city centre - ideal
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great little apartment in the heart of New Town Edinburgh. A lot within walking distance, yet on a quiet side street. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

ian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mrs J

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Mr Terence, Tea Gardens

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was warm and comfortable and plenty of space for the 2 of us. It was centrally located in the heart of Edinburgh and close to main transport options of the tram and buses.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Jiawei

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Brilliant stay

Fantastic apartment very comfortable On first night we had a problem with no hot water or heating but I rang the maintenance number provided and someone was out within an hour and a half to sort it. Fantastic service definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Joanne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great apartment but noisy!

Stayed 4 nights in number 1 apartment Thistle Street. The apartment is in a great location for the new town and hopping on the tram or a bus. It had everything you needed for a great stay, kitchen kitted out, sofa, table, chairs, heating. Bed was comfortable and apartment spacious. If you want a view though and from the pictures on the website you think you'll be getting a lovely view and the apartment will be bright. Not in apartment 1, ground floor which is good as no lift but living room view was just other offices and bedroom view with the balcony was the carpark. Not very private either as people can just look straight into the living area and bedroom walking passed. It is really noisy on the ground floor too, you're right next to the entrance so hear everyone coming and going, bins being emptied at stupid o'clock on the street and in the entrance hall of the building. Then you have the car park and road noise. Communication and instructions were great, we left our luggage at the office on the day of departure so that was a bonus. We would stay again but request an apartment higher up
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from the 4th floor was beautiful with balconies on each side of the living room and kitchen. The living room/kitchen was large and comfortable. The only negative was no lift/elevator. Four floors of steps is quite a challenge several times daily and lifting luggage up and down. But it was nice and served us well. Staff was friendly, outstanding with directions and assistance.

8/10 Good

Heidi

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Brilliant

Excellent stay. Location superb, literally in the middle of everything. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

D

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tobi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Beautiful view and very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lovely apartment
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

JIAWEN, Calgary

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Looked good based on the reviews, but toilet had fecal stains that were brushed off by management when I mentioned concerns. No confirmation email was sent to me despite requesting it to the agent. Good location though.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rossy

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Amazing apartments in Edinburgh

What an amazing apartment we had , it was spacious clean & so close to the centre. Perfect for everything. Could not fault it & would certainly come back & stay there again. Excellent. Perfect location for sightseeing .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Room comfort
Beautiful well equipped apartment. Ideal location. Very comfortable for a couple of nights. Unfortunately one rug had a stain on it that wasn’t ideal. This was reported to the office at the time they said they were aware of it but failed to remove/clean it. This wouldn’t put me off booking again though.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Perfect location & beautiful apartments

Absolutely perfect location. We were central to everything we wanted to get to & very close to bus stops and train station. Apartment was quite clean & felt very Covid safe there. We had flat 1. The living room windows looked right into the street, so grateful for the shutters to have privacy, but was awesome for people watching. The kitchen had all the plates, mugs, knife and forks etc. The mugs were very well used as had old tea/coffee marks in 2 of them. Kitchen had basic cooking tools. If you intend to whip up regular meals, bring your favourite cooking utensils. Sainsbury’s, M&S food & Tesco express close by. The bedroom was cozy and comfy & the bathroom has underfloor heating which we loved. The apartments mention a balcony & my husband being Deaf (he’s very visual due to this) had psyched himself up for having a wonderful view from this balcony as per the pictures. The view we had overlooked the back of a business property where they parked their cars & every morning when we opened the patio doors to let in some air we were greeted with a business man on his mobile phone discussing business for a few hours. It’s not a complaint, but an observation. Don’t get your hopes up unless u request a high floor apartment (which I’m not sure if you can). We did email to ask for an early check-in about 2pm. We’d already walked past the apartments and guessed which was ours. It was empty & lights off, but they still said no. (In a polite way).
View from the balcony
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great stay ~ Destiny are great!

Great stay Well located apartment short walk from Princes Street. Comfortable apartment - number 1 - on ground floor which is probably the downside to it. Some road noise at the front of apartment and door noise from other residents. Spacious and well equipped flat - as always destiny is a good, reliable company.
Bedroom
Bathroom
Lounge
Balcony and view
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

george

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great stay but little parking issues

Great place and very clean also only a short walk to shopping streets .Downside is no parking available except outside for residents of area small bays for street parking but only short term .while we were there saw 3 cars getting parking tickets perhaps the company running here could get some permits for guests
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great Apartment and Location

Great location, stunning apartment and only a 10 minute walk from Waverley station. Great for a group of friends looking for a weekend get away, would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020