Destiny Student - Holyrood in Edinburgh: Photos and Reviews

Destiny Student - Holyrood operates a 24-hour front desk where guests can pick up complimentary toiletries, hairdryers, and one towel per person. The property offers a shared kitchen and a shared lounge/TV area for guest use. Luggage storage is available before check-in and after check-out at a cost of £5 per bag.

All rooms have a private bathroom and are en-suite. Each bed is a 120cm-wide small double bed, narrower than a standard 135cm double. The building is entirely non-smoking, with a fine of £150 for smoking in the building.

The hotel is located next to Holyrood Palace and Arthur's Seat, a 15-20 minute walk into Edinburgh city centre. Bus stops on multiple routes are within a block, and the Royal Mile is a short walk away. The property sits opposite the East Coast Main Line railway, offering views of Arthur's Seat from some rooms.

A damage deposit of £100 is required on arrival, collected by credit card and refunded within 7 days of check-out. The full booking amount is prepaid at time of reservation. Guests must show photo ID and a credit card upon check-in, and quiet hours are enforced from 22:00 to 08:00.

Express check-in/check-out is available, and guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. The property has CCTV in common areas and outside, fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, and key card access. Additional towel refreshes are available for £5 per towel, and complimentary earplugs can be requested at reception.

Location: 5 min walk to Holyrood Palace & Arthur's Seat

Rooms: En-suite with 120cm small double beds

Services: 24-hour front desk with complimentary toiletries

Policies: £100 refundable damage deposit required

Security: CCTV, key card access, 24-hour staff

Convenience: Luggage storage for £5 per bag