Destiny Student

2 stars
8 Middlefield, Edinburgh, EH7 4QW, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
7.3
Good
based on 2794 reviews
2,794 reviews
Mon 29/12
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Tue 30/12
1 room, 2 guests
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£56
/Cheapest rate per night
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Nightly total
Double room
£56
Standard Room
£83
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Overview

Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, near Edinburgh Castle This smoke-free hostel features a refrigerator in a common area, concierge services, and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour front desk, an arcade/game room, and tour/ticket assistance. Limited housekeeping is available. Destiny Student Shrubhill - Campus Accommodation offers 238 accommodations. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
7.3
Good rating
Based on 2,794 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Destiny Student

Mon 29/12
Tue 30/12
Standard Room
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£83
nightly with fees
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£92
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£237
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Double room
4 double beds
£56
nightly with fees
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£61
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£63
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Amenities at Destiny Student

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge service
  • Game room
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenware
  • Stovetop
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating

General

  • Family rooms
  • Carpeted
  • Privacy curtain
  • Sofa
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Express check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Lift
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Bathroom

  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Health and safety

  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • Game room
  • Pool table

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Reviews of Destiny Student

7.3
Good
2794 verified ratings
Wonderful
556
Very good
560
Good
682
Okay
356
Fair
331
Mediocre
132
Poor
177

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location and friendly staff, but many expressed dissatisfaction with the cleanliness and comfort of the beds. The rooms were often described as small and not very comfortable, leading to a mixed overall experience.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
Bed Comfort2.5 out of 10
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5.7
Fair
Anonymous, Jun 2019
Pros (+) No breakfast. Double bed too little for two

Location

8 Middlefield, Edinburgh, EH7 4QW

What's nearby

  • Calton Hill0.6 mi
  • Holyrood Palace0.8 mi
  • St. Andrew Square0.8 mi
  • Scottish Parliament Building0.8 mi
  • Edinburgh City Centre0.8 mi
  • The Royal Mile1 mi
  • Princes Street1 mi
  • St Giles' Cathedral1 mi
  • Princes Street Gardens1 mi
  • National Museum of Scotland1.2 mi
  • Royal Botanic Garden1.2 mi
  • Edinburgh Castle1.3 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 10:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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June
July
£113
£146
Cheapest month to stay with an average 9% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 53% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Destiny Student

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Destiny Student, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in June and August.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Destiny Student, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • How long should you stay at Destiny Student? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Destiny Student

  • Where is Destiny Student located?

    Destiny Student is located at 8 Middlefield in Leith, 1 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. Calton Hill is the closest landmark to Destiny Student.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Destiny Student?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Destiny Student.

  • Does Destiny Student offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Destiny Student offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Destiny Student from the airport?

    Destiny Student is 7.5 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Destiny Student is 34.3 miles from Dundee.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Destiny Student hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Destiny Student in Edinburgh and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Destiny Student and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Destiny Student.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

7.3
1.0 mi
Edinburgh Turnhouse
7.5 mi

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