Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation - Reviews, Photos & Rates

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

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

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk

Laundry

Free WiFi

Explore the area

31 Abbeyhill, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH8 8EH

Princes Street
12 min walk
Calton Hill
13 min walk
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
14 min walk
Edinburgh (EDI)
39 min drive

Room options

Standard Apartment, 6 Bedrooms, Kitchen

90 sq m
Sleeps 12
6 Double Beds

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

28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

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

77 sq m
Sleeps 8
4 Double Beds

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

13 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

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

90 sq m
Sleeps 10
5 Double Beds

Twin Room

Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Similar properties

Free WiFi

Breakfast available

Bar

Laundry

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

8 Dec - 9 Dec

About this property

Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation

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

Along with concierge services, this smoke-free hostel has laundry facilities and a 24-hour front desk. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a TV in a common area, and multilingual staff are onsite. Limited housekeeping is available.

Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation offers 411 accommodations. This Edinburgh hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Holyrood Park. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus concierge services and laundry facilities.

Free WiFi
Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
Within a 15-minute walk of Princes Street and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

As a guest of Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation, you'll find a vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation also features concierge services, laundry facilities, and a television in a common area.

This Edinburgh hostel is smoke free.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

No on-site parking available

Things to do

Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

Laundry facilities

Conveniences

Lift
Vending machine

Guest services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Housekeeping (limited)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Tour/ticket assistance

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Lift door width (centimetres): 109

Smoke-free property
TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bed sheets
Heating

Bathroom

Private bathroom
Shower

Laptop-friendly 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 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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 more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; 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

Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

This property serves as accommodation for students during designated school terms.

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Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation Reviews

7.4

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Hope

26 Aug 2024

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

Bed was comfy

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gulsher

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group

26 Aug 2024

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

It was a nice and decent place to stay. At the time we went (late August) it was the most affordable place to stay in the city. We got two rooms with double beds and they were even able to get us rooms in the same section. Overall it actually exceeded what we were expecting so kudos to them.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Vernon Bruce

26 Aug 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Tiny rooms, uncomfortable beds, bathroom floor needs a mop. Overpriced fo what you get. One positive is a relatively good location.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Ivan

Travelled with partner

25 Aug 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The bed is horrible

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aysel

Travelled with group

24 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Thanks everthing . İt is good transportaion. İt is a centre city.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

William

Travelled with group

24 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Andy

24 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

24 Aug 2024

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

Staff on reception were great. Location was good. Shower was a bit dirty as was the kitchen in places but overall ok for the price.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Travelled with group

22 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great budget option to use as a base for exploring Edinburgh. Accommodation was spotless and modern. About 15 mins to the castle but there's a bus stop 4 minutes away. 20 mins walk from the nearest tram stop from the airport. Free hairdryer, towels, tea, coffee and toiletries. Would definitely recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iain

22 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Linda

21 Aug 2024

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with partner

21 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The UK can be expensive, and Edinburgh especially.. so this student accommodation alternative is a welcome option! It was neat, clean, and offered just the right amount of space.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth

20 Aug 2024

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

Solid no frills affordable option during Fringe

Basically a college dorm room. Simple, clean with en-suite. 5 minute walk to Holyrood palace and 20 minutes uphill to the castle. Despite having one window that opened slightly, the room was airless, warm and uncomfortable and I could not have stayed there without having rented a fan from the front desk. No housecleaning and one towel during a four day stay. That said, it was an affordable option.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Hans

19 Aug 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

In the land of the Fringe, where the bagpipes do play, There’s a place called Holyrood where students do stay. It’s called Destiny Student, a name bold and bright, But oh, let me tell you of my curious night. The room was quite cozy, the bed firm and neat, But there was a stain, right there on the seat! It was dodgy, suspicious, a mystery spot, And I couldn’t help wonder just what it was not. Was it ketchup from chips? Or perhaps something worse? A spill from a drink? Or a magical curse? I pondered and wondered, but couldn’t quite tell, So I left it alone, said, “Oh well” The shower was splendid, the water ran hot, But that stain on the seat—I simply could not! Forget it, ignore it, or wipe it away, So it sat there and haunted my Fringe-filled day. The festival’s fun, with laughter and cheer, But the stain on the seat, it lingered so near. The shows were fantastic, the acts were a blast, But back in my room, the stain held fast. So here’s my review, with a wink and a rhyme, Destiny Student’s a place for a good time. But beware of the seat with a stain that won’t fade, For in the heart of the Fringe, strange memories are made!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with partner

19 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Really happy for the price. Doors were quite noisy so could hear people coming and going in other flats but didn’t bother us

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jane

Travelled with group

18 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Room comfort

It was clean and the bed was adequate. The en-suite bathroom fan ran for hours . The fire doors to the main corridors and to each room slammed shut which was disturbing at night and early morning. The kitchen had a strange smell. The lighting in the room was stark with just one ceiling light but it was an easy walk into Edinburgh centre from here and we didn’t use the accommodation for much other than sleeping as it was very basic and the community area was uninviting. The check in was ok and the staff very friendly and helpful.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Hans

18 Aug 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities

In the land of the Fringe, where the bagpipes do play, There’s a place called Holyrood where students do stay. It’s called Destiny Student, a name bold and bright, But oh, let me tell you of my curious night. The room was quite cozy, the bed firm and neat, But there was a stain, right there on the seat! It was dodgy, suspicious, a mystery spot, And I couldn’t help wonder just what it was not. Was it ketchup from chips? Or perhaps something worse? A spill from a drink? Or a magical curse? I pondered and wondered, but couldn’t quite tell, So I left it alone, said, “Oh well, what the hell.” The shower was splendid, the water ran hot, But that stain on the seat—I simply could not! Forget it, ignore it, or wipe it away, So it sat there and haunted my Fringe-filled day. The festival’s fun, with laughter and cheer, But the stain on the seat, it lingered so near. The shows were fantastic, the acts were a blast, But back in my room, the stain held fast. So here’s my review, with a wink and a rhyme, Destiny Student’s a place for a good time. But beware of the seat with a stain that won’t fade, For in the heart of the Fringe, strange memories are made!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

16 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nicola

Travelled with family

16 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva

13 Aug 2024

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

Value for money accommodation.

Excellent value for money during expensive festival time in Edinburgh. The location was a 15/20 minutes walk to the Royal Mile and access to lots of venues. The no frills accomodation had everything needed for a comfortable stay. Nice to have access to a well equipped kitchen.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Asher

Travelled with family

13 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

This was afforable (for edinburgh in august) and ths staff were nice and very helpful when needed. The miniscule window didnt air out the room at all so even overnight it was humid and too hot. Also the bathroom light and fan were automatic so if you needed to use the bathroom in the night you were stuck with bright light under the door and loud whirring for about 10 minutes afterwards. I dont reccomend twin rooms with a bunk. The main lower bed was large and comfortable but the bunk bed placed over that was shaky, small, uncomfortable, didnt leave enough headspace, and the ladder to climb up needed shoes it was so sharp and hard on the last two steps. I wouldnt stay here again for those reasons but if you are looking for a room alone or not during the hotter parts of summer I imagine this would be much more comfortable to stay in.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Travelled with group

13 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Everything we hoped it would be! Safe affordable, convenient with facilities to cook our own dinner and do laundry!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner

12 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Close to Royal Mile and Hollyrood.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Angela

12 Aug 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great location! good deal for the price Bed was uncomfortable, all of the other destiny student accommodations I've stayed at were nicer

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Grace

Travelled with group

12 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It was cheap, it was accessible, it was safe. It could be a bit loud from the sound in the halls, and I’ll forever hear the screeching birds in my dreams but it worked. We had a bathroom, our door locked and it served us for the 1 night we were there.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024