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 Destiny Student - Holyrood (Brae House)

31 Abbeyhill, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH8 8EL, United Kingdom – Great location - show map

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6.7
Pleasant
2,518 reviews
6.7
Pleasant
2,518 reviews

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  • Staff8.4
  • Facilities 6.9
  • Cleanliness 6.9
  • Comfort 6.5
  • Value for money 7.4
  • Location8.1
  • Free WiFi8.2
Low score for Edinburgh

Stay in the heart of Edinburgh – Great location - show map

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Destiny Student – Brae House (Campus Accommodations) is a glass-covered student campus accommodations lying in the shadow of Arthur’s Seat. Sitting at the foot of the Royal Mile, the National Parliament and Holyrood Palace are less than 5 minutes' walk away. A short stroll up the Royal Mile brings guests in the heart of the Old Town, Edinburgh’s historic district.

The property has double rooms with attached bathroom with a shared kitchen and living area. There are also private apartments for larger groups or families. Studios with private bathrooms, and private kitchen and living areas are also available.

All rooms are en-suite with 47 in-wide small double beds and fresh linen access to kitchen facilities and living areas with TV. Guests can make use of free WiFi access in all areas, as well as the common area, games room and pay-as-you-go laundry facility. Simple key fob entry throughout the building.

Staff are on hand 24 hours a day to provide information on the building and the local area.

Brae House is a great option for guests interested in architecture, history and fitness with many local runs and parks within close proximity.

This is our guests' favorite part of Edinburgh, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.

Destiny Student - Holyrood (Brae House) has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Dec 21, 2015

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Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Elevator
Heating

Property Highlights

Located in the real heart of Edinburgh, this property has an excellent location score of 8.1!

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6.7
Pleasant · 2,518 reviews
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  • Staff8.4
  • Facilities 6.9
  • Cleanliness 6.9
    Bed
  • Comfort 6.5
    Bed, Room temperature, Room size
  • Value for money 7.4
    Convenient location
  • Location8.1
  • Free WiFi8.2
Low score for Edinburgh

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  • Child 9 years old is allowed to live
    Accompanied by an adult yes
    Asked about: Double Room En-Suite • Answered on October 20, 2019
  • What is the cost of double bedding and towels for 2 people, 3 nights in August 2020
    Bed linen is included in the price of the reservation. Towels can be rented from reception for £3.00.
    Answered on January 13, 2020
  • Is there a communal kitchen?
    Yes, our apartments all have a shared communal kitchen that is fully equipped
    Asked about: Double Room En-Suite • Answered on October 20, 2019
  • if I were to make a booking could I drop a bag off earlier in the day before checking in later ?
    Hi, Yes, if you arrive before 3pm you may store your luggage at reception.
    Answered on June 30, 2021
  • Hi do you have to pay for the street parking?
    Hi there, There is free parking available on the streets immediately adjacent to our property. Please enquire at reception for further details.
    Answered on June 13, 2021

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Area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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Located in the historic old town

Stay in the oldest part of Scotland's capital, where gas lamps light up elegant buildings and cobblestone streets. Nearby, the impressive Edinburgh Castle looks over the city.

What's nearby
  • Palace of Holyrood House
    0.2 miles
  • Nelson Monument
    0.3 miles
  • Scottish Poetry Library
    0.4 miles
  • Our Dynamic Earth
    0.4 miles
  • Calton Hill
    0.4 miles
  • The City of Edinburgh Council
    0.5 miles
  • Edinburgh Playhouse
    0.5 miles
  • Omni Center
    0.6 miles
  • Museum of Childhood
    0.6 miles
  • Geoffrey Kiltmakers and Weavers
    0.6 miles
Top attractions
  • Arthur's Seat
    0.8 miles
  • The Real Mary King's Close
    0.8 miles
  • National Museum of Scotland
    0.9 miles
  • Royal Mile
    1 miles
  • Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
    1.1 miles
  • University of Edinburgh
    1.1 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle
    1.2 miles
  • Royal Yacht Britannia
    1.8 miles
  • Murrayfield Stadium
    2.8 miles
  • Edinburgh Zoo
    3.9 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Mountain Arthurs Seat
    0.5 miles
Closest Airports
  • Edinburgh Airport
    7.5 miles
  • Dundee Airport
    34.8 miles
  • Glasgow Airport
    49.2 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Destiny Student - Holyrood (Brae House)

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Elevator
Heating
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Walking tours
  • Pool table Additional charge
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage Additional charge
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules Destiny Student - Holyrood (Brae House) takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of GBP 100 is required on arrival. That's about 121.17USD. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Destiny Student - Holyrood (Brae House) accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

A prepayment of the full amount will be taken at the time of booking and is required to secure your reservation.

Please note, all beds are 47 in-wide small double beds, oppose to 53 in-wide standard double beds

Towels are available from reception and cost GBP 3 per towel.

Free luggage storage available prior to check-in.

Luggage storage after check-out is available at a cost of GBP 5 per bag.

Shower gel is available at reception.

Double rooms have access to a shared fully equipped kitchen.

Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

No meal options available.

All rooms are nonsmoking and there is a fine of GBP 150 for smoking in the building.

Please inform Destiny Student - Brae House (Campus Accommodations) in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

We need a valid credit card to charge a security deposit for the room.

A damage deposit of GBP 100 is required on arrival. That's about 121.17USD. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.