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Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

3.5 star property
3.5-star apartment near Edinburgh Castle

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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23 Thistle St S W Ln, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 1EW
  • Place, George Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street Gardens
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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  • Sleeps 2
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  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Edinburgh City Centre stay.A stay at this Edinburgh City Centre apartment places you steps from George Street and a 5-minute walk from Princes Street. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • George Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Princes Street Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St. Andrew Square - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Standing Order - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fat Hippo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Greenwoods - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Element - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kitty O’Shea’s - ‬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 New Town Apartments

3.5-star apartment near Edinburgh Castle
Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments offers its guests an elevator. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 3.5-star Edinburgh apartment is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments offers 11 accommodations with all-in-one washer/dryers and espresso makers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Accommodations at this 3.5-star apartment have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Edinburgh apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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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 0.2 miles (GBP 20 per night); reservations required

Family friendly

  • Travel crib

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Laundry

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

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Weekly housekeeping

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 11 units
  • 6 floors
  • Recycling

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 11:00 AM
Contactless 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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Deposit of 100% is payable and is due at the time of booking the reservation.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of GBP 300 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 20 per night (984 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15 per night

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

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 cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and high chair
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 and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments to the airport?

Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments is 7.8 mi (27-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments.

How close is Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments to the beach?

This apartment is 3.5 mi (15-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14.9 mi (35-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments offer free breakfast?

Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments?

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

Is there free parking at Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments have a pool?

Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments does not have a pool.

Does Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments to downtown Edinburgh?

Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments is 0.5 mi away from Edinburgh.

Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 214 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 214 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 214 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
We loved our apartment. It had everything we needed in an excellent location for sightseeing and tours.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Raul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The apartment was spacious and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pawan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dale

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was a bit nervous of where we had to enter the apartment. It was in a back lane and looked a bit sketchy. The office staff were wonderful and the apartment was great. It was clean and very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, liked have kitchen & washer/dryer
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was pretty unsettling when we arrived to find the door to the apartment in an ally with all of the trash containers and restaurant back doors and even a residing homeless person. Then you go into a beautifully finished apartment building and very nice accommodations. Well, we got to know the homeless guy and actually got a kick out of the location. Definitely different!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myla

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Destiny New Town apartments were clean, comfortable and well appointed. The staff at the office were very helpful. The location is perfect for exploring central Edinburgh. I would rebook this location again: great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Helgi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, location, location to Royal Mile, Tattoo, restaurants, Fringe,. Didn’t feel safe at night access in dark alley to apt entrance.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought it was way overpriced for a start and the customer service was not up to standard … very disappointing. I found the homeless man in the doorway next to the apartment entry door more helpful. The apartment was quite comfortable but the bed mattress was very hard.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious and great location. Good communication. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jemelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had the best stay at New Town apartments managed by Destiny Scotland. The studio apartment was very clean and well equipped. Very centrally located with shopping and restaurants close by. It was also very quiet so I was able to get great quality sleep. I enjoyed my stay very much and would recommend it to anyone traveling in Edinburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Lovely place but it felt rather unsafe in its location, I wouldn’t have been happy staying here alone. It’s a street directly behind shops and a pub, We arrived home late one evening and a group of drunk men were toileting and hanging around close to the entrance. This is a shame as the apartment was clean and well equipped, central location and good walking distance for most tourist attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roshni

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Incredible stay, Tough check-in

We had an excellent stay in Edinburgh at Destiny Scotland New Town apartments. Exceptionally clean, modern and well kept. Unfortunately directions to the property are tough especially when checking in after 5pm and the office is closed. It is difficult to find the exact property location and we were not given the after hours checkin information until we called the emergency phone number. We were then promptly directed to correctly enter and use our code. Other than that little hiccup, I still give 5 stars because the property and apartment were exceptional. Excellent location and place was so comfortable for us spending the weekend to go to a concert at the castle. If we come back to Edinburgh I will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed staying here. The apartment is brand new. Only a few blocks a way from the train station. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liesl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We loved the location of this apartment! Just around the corner and you're in the middle of beautiful Edinburgh! The property was clean, nicely decorated and entry was easy. We will definitely consider this as a future stay when we return to Edinburgh!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Taryn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great to have a full apartment to ourselves, but the check in process was a bit of a shambles. We hadn’t received the check in information and upon arriving at the property to find it unmanned, we had a lot of trouble calling the emergency number to connect with someone. About one hour later, we were in. The room itself was pleasant, but there is no cooling and the shower was luke warm, at best. We also noticed light coming from behind the robe at night and identified a small door in the bottom of the robe, which was disturbing. Turned out to be access to some pipes etc. The lift takes a long time and the voiceover is extremely loud.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Go

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The location is good. A lot of nice restaurants pubs, close to central. Washer and dryer worked well. Only one thing fire alarm didn’t work properly. Means it ringed in the middle of the day without any use of dryer etc. it annoyed and terrified my kids. Except this overall great place to stay. Also very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven, Lucan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great size apartment, close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great place destiny new town apartment

The location was excellent! Near all supermarkets such as tesco and marks and Spencer. Close to princes st. The bus and train station and the royal mile. The playhouse theatre. Lots of bars nearby . Only a little problem with the bed. It was too hard/firm. Little inconvenience, but place had dishwasher , washing machine and full functioning kitchen! Lovely stay for 7 days! Staff at office very kind and helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Apartment and general area was very convenient. The lane leading up to the property was dirty and disconcerting
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025