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Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

4.0 star property
Apartment with kitchen, steps from Royal Mile

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Classic 3 Bed Apartment | Private kitchen
Close to Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Classic 2 Bed Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Washing machine
Clothes dryer
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior 1 Bed Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Washing machine
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic 3 Bed Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Washing machine
Clothes dryer
3 bedrooms
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Superior 3 Bed Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Washing machine
Clothes dryer
3 bedrooms
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Bed

Superior 2 Bed Apartment with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Washing machine
Clothes dryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Penthouse 2 Bed Apartment with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Washing machine
Clothes dryer
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the area

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129 Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1SG

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Princes Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grassmarket - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

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
  • ‪Grand Cafe at the Scotsman - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Whiski Bar & Restaurant - ‬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 Royal Mile Residence

Apartment with kitchen, steps from Royal Mile
Along with express check-in, this smoke-free apartment building has express check-out and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Each apartment boasts a deep soaking tub and offers free WiFi and a kitchen. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a washing machine and a fridge, and other amenities include a microwave and a Smart TV. Housekeeping is not available.
Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence offers 12 accommodations with espresso makers and a hairdryer. Accommodation at this 4-star apartment has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath and complimentary toiletries.

This Edinburgh apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking for GBP 20 per day; reservations required; discounts available

Family friendly

  • Highchair
  • Travel cot

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

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

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • 32-inch Smart TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Climate control

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • No housekeeping service

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In the city centre

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

  • 12 units

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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
Guests are recommended to download the property's Destiny Scotland mobile app before check-in

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 per night.

Payment types at the property

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

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 20 per day (6562 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment building is steps away from Edinburgh Vaults and Royal Mile. Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street 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.

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Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 169 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

J d

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen M

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect location for my family of four to explore Edinburgh
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Agatha A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Apartment better than photos. Large sectional couch. Well stocked kitchen. Minimal noise from street pubs on street ended by 10pm. Loading zone right in front of apartment and we street parked right there as well the two days we were there. Street parking free from 6:30pm - 8am. Highly recommend without a doubt. Location right in the middle of the Royal Mile.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prashanth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Neat and spacious apartments right on the Royal Mile, walkable from several restaurants, shops, and attractions. Having a kitchen with all the necessary appliances and cutlery, and a washer/dryer was a huge benefit! Communication was clear and detailed, and everything was set up in advance to help us have a smooth experience. Luggage storage is available on the first floor. The property is well-secured with several layers of doors with access codes. One minor nitpick is all rooms within the unit had auto-closing doors, including the living room - this was a little inconvenient when moving around the unit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is absolutely gorgeous and the location cannot be beat. You will not find a better property than this one when visiting Edinburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great apartment for family of 5 - plenty of room - well equipped kitchen and right in the heart of Edinburgh so easy to walk to most sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Very nice stay

Our destiny 2 bedroom unit was clean, roomy, and in a great location. Building was very secure and well equipped
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a top shelf apartment in the most wonderful location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed here one night due to a booking mishap at another location. I wish we had stayed here for the entire week of our time in Edinburgh! Half the price of the medium-class hotel we were at, central, and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Carolyne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely place to stay for a city break. Parking not ideal as not close by. Noisy most of the time because of the location - especially late night/ early morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vadarius

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great

Not too bad..
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim Yan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I can see the beautiful scenery of castle in the apartment. But it is quite exhausting for walking up to 4th floor with heavy luggage. Overall, we like this apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Place was perfect for our family and right in the middle of Edinburgh. Would absolutely recommend and book for a return visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Tolle Unterkunft, zentral, sauber, alles vorhanden was benötigt wird, gute und klare Kommunikation
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faye

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

8/10 Good

Juanita

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The apartment itself was fine and we liked the gated aspect. Check in was flawless and efficient. However, the noise level is pretty bad plus there is no air conditioning. When we were there , AC wasn’t needed, but if it’s hot I would not want to stay there. 5th floor, no air -not a good combo
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Clifford

The location is excellent. My only issue is there was no air conditioning. The flat was very warm and uncomfortable. No one in my family slept well as it was very hot, even at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
The postcode and the attached map on the Expedia website is inaccurate and misleading. It shows the property being nearly opposite the Holyrood parliament buildings. It is in fact right in the heart of the Royal Mile. I wanted somewhere a bit quieter to go to at the end of the day. In fact, the apartment was directly above two pubs and opposite a fringe venue.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great convenient spot. Comfortable and easy to communicate with while we were there. I would suggest grab bars in tub/shower for safety as it is a deep step in and out of shower.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great self contained unit. Large common areas modern amenities. Everything worked. Great staff and communication. A very pleasant stay great location. Good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the location. The parking was a bit far away. Thought it was a bit claustrophobic because the doors were all set to close automatically
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jin Hong

Good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent location and property. I would definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025