Destiny Student

2 stars
8 Middlefield, Edinburgh, EH7 4QW, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
7.3
Good
based on 2794 reviews
2,794 reviews
Wed 24/12
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Thu 25/12
1 room, 2 guests
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$142
/Cheapest rate per night
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Provider
Nightly total
Double room
$142
Standard Room
$193
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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

Wed 24/12
Thu 25/12
Double room
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$142
nightly with fees
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$146
nightly with fees
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$149
nightly with fees
Standard Room
bed type unknown
$193
nightly with fees
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$215
nightly with fees
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$551
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

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 Hill0.9 km
  • Holyrood Palace1.2 km
  • St. Andrew Square1.2 km
  • Scottish Parliament Building1.3 km
  • Edinburgh City Centre1.3 km
  • The Royal Mile1.6 km
  • Princes Street1.7 km
  • St Giles' Cathedral1.7 km
  • Princes Street Gardens1.7 km
  • National Museum of Scotland1.9 km
  • Royal Botanic Garden1.9 km
  • Edinburgh Castle2 km

Policies

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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August
August
$410
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Destiny Student

  • How long should you stay at Destiny Student? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 5 days.

FAQs when booking at Destiny Student

  • Where is Destiny Student located?

    Destiny Student is located at 8 Middlefield in Leith, 1.6 km 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 12.1 km from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Destiny Student is 55.2 km from Dundee.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

7.3
1.6 km
Edinburgh Turnhouse
12.1 km

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