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Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

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Close to Royal Mile and Princes Street, Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

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Classic 2 Bed Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic 3 Bed Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Classic 3 Bed Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior 3 Bed Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior 2 Bed Apartment with Balcony

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Edinburgh, Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence is in the city center. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Princes Street Gardens and Portobello Beach. Check out an event or a game at Edinburgh International Conference Centre, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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129 Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1SG

What's nearby

  • A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.
    Royal Mile
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A church interior with a large organ, stained glass windows, and floral arrangements.
    St. Giles' Cathedral
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A park with a pathway, benches, and trees. In the background, there are historic buildings and a clock tower.
    Princes Street
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A stone pathway leading to historic buildings with a castle in the background.
    Grassmarket
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A historic castle on a hill with a statue in the foreground.
    Edinburgh Castle
    12 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    1 min walk
  • Bella Italia
    1 min walk
  • Albanach
    1 min walk
  • Cafe Edinburgh
    1 min walk
  • Pret a Manger
    2 min walk

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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 0.4 miles (GBP 20 per day); reservations required; discounts available

Family friendly

  • High chair

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

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

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV

Laundry

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

Work spaces

  • Desk

Climate control

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Weekly housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • 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
  • 13 units
  • 5 floors
  • Recycling

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 15.0 per night

Property 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

  • Offsite parking fee: GBP 20 per day (0.4 mi away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
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 and a first aid kit
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Royal Mile, Princes Street, and Edinburgh Castle. University of Edinburgh and Princes Street Gardens are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is only a 5-minute walk and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 9 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 194 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Loved this place! Comfortable beds, amazing view from balcony. Right in the middle of everything! Great pubs, restaurants, shops right outside your door.. we would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Excellent location right in the middle of the Mile. Easy access from Waverly Station. Would stay here again in a minute.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Amazing place to stay, clean, great location and able to store luggage
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Clean, great location, easy check in process, great value.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Amazing location and the apartment was everything as described. Each room was separated with very heavy automatically closing fire door, so it was very hard for our children to open them or navigate through the apartment themselves. Would stay here again if there was door stops available, or when the children are older.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Understandably there were no bottles of scotch in the cupboard. But then again, where were we? 😁 However, Some oil for cooking, and topping up the salt and pepper would help. Otherwise, a lovely high tech comfortable place in the heart of everything. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Location was perfect, easy to get to from Waverly. Apartment was clean and well stocked with everything we needed. A few cons, the bed in the onsuite room was awful, you could feel every spring in the mattress. It bowed so bad that you felt like you were going to fly out of it everytime you moved. There were also no plugs in the bathrooms which made it difficult to use the hair dryer.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gianluigi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing apartment in the heart of the city! Clean, spacious and comfortable. I truly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely apartment in an excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sherrie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Stay

Very clean and comfortable place to stay. Location was excellent. I highly recommend this place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Amazing location and accessibility.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Excellent place to stay. Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Clean and comfortable. The beds are very well worn and at least mattress need upgraded
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location of this property is amazing. Literal steps from the Royal Mile and a fantastic pub right next door. Rooms worked well and were clean, and the kitchen provided essentials for anything you’d need. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

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
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
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10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great location and comfortable beds. Clean with everything needed for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spacious and clean with exceptional view.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna Hui Choo

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Location was amazing, every attraction is within a short few minutes walk. There were pubs, restaurants right below which we did not find noisy. Apartment had a lift, we stayed in apt 13 on the 5th floor with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a balcony with a nice view overlooking the Calton Hill. Checking in was easy with a pin code for the entry gate, lift and apt, felt very safe with CCTV around the common areas. Whole house was fully equipped with heaters, even for the bathroom floors. The 1 thing which was slightly weird was the living room which has a door, door stoppers should be available as the doors do not hold open, but it wasn't really bothering us. Will highly recommend this place if u are visiting edinburgh!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elaina

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

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
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10/10 Excellent

Melody L

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location! I highly recommend this property!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean! Location was amazing! Fans were much appreciated! Loved the bath! I became quite sick after arriving and was able to recoup for several days while my family explored everything, which was close by. Blinds made the bedrooms so dark - while hearing the rain outside … loved that! Only negatives were: The master bed was quite small for two tall people. There was no microwave or condiments, which would have been so handy for the higher price point. Otherwise, amazing apartment! Highly recommend. Easiest check-in I’ve ever had - wish they were all like this!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great location

Excellent location. Very clean and comfortable apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024