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Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments

4.0 star property
Apartments with kitchens, a short walk to Princes Street
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom
Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Bathroom
Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
17 Thistle Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 1DF
  • St. Andrew Square
    2 min walk
  • George Street
    2 min walk
  • Princes Street Gardens
    5 min walk
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    27 min drive

Room options

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 45.0 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments places you in the centre of Edinburgh, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street. .You can enjoy a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, and each apartment features a washer/dryer, free WiFi and free wired Internet. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A balcony, an iPod dock and a living room are also available. Weekly housekeeping is available. .This smoke-free apartment building offers free WiFi in public areas.

What's nearby

  • George Street - 2 min walk
  • Princes Street - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 10 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 13 min walk

Getting around

  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dome - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hard Rock Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Amarone - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Why Not - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 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 - Thistle Street Apartments

Apartments with kitchens, a short walk to Princes Street
WiFi is free in public spaces.

This 4-star Edinburgh apartment is smoke free.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • No smoking on site
Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments offers 3 accommodations with iPod docking stations and washers/dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodation at this 4-star apartment has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with DVD players. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 20 per night); reservations required

Family friendly

  • Highchair

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

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

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • IPod dock

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 3 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 24 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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

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.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments?

Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments?

The closest beach to Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments is Portobello Beach (5.4 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments?

No, Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Destiny Scotland - Thistle Street Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 121 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 121 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 121 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 121 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 121 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Shirley

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jed

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was very clean and spacious. It is close to many amenities and near the rail station.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Fabulous
In a quiet back street not far from the city centre - ideal
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great little apartment in the heart of New Town Edinburgh. A lot within walking distance, yet on a quiet side street. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

ian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mrs J

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Mr Terence, Tea Gardens

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was warm and comfortable and plenty of space for the 2 of us. It was centrally located in the heart of Edinburgh and close to main transport options of the tram and buses.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Jiawei

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Brilliant stay
Fantastic apartment very comfortable On first night we had a problem with no hot water or heating but I rang the maintenance number provided and someone was out within an hour and a half to sort it. Fantastic service definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Joanne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great apartment but noisy!
Stayed 4 nights in number 1 apartment Thistle Street. The apartment is in a great location for the new town and hopping on the tram or a bus. It had everything you needed for a great stay, kitchen kitted out, sofa, table, chairs, heating. Bed was comfortable and apartment spacious. If you want a view though and from the pictures on the website you think you'll be getting a lovely view and the apartment will be bright. Not in apartment 1, ground floor which is good as no lift but living room view was just other offices and bedroom view with the balcony was the carpark. Not very private either as people can just look straight into the living area and bedroom walking passed. It is really noisy on the ground floor too, you're right next to the entrance so hear everyone coming and going, bins being emptied at stupid o'clock on the street and in the entrance hall of the building. Then you have the car park and road noise. Communication and instructions were great, we left our luggage at the office on the day of departure so that was a bonus. We would stay again but request an apartment higher up
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from the 4th floor was beautiful with balconies on each side of the living room and kitchen. The living room/kitchen was large and comfortable. The only negative was no lift/elevator. Four floors of steps is quite a challenge several times daily and lifting luggage up and down. But it was nice and served us well. Staff was friendly, outstanding with directions and assistance.

8/10 Good

Heidi

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Brilliant
Excellent stay. Location superb, literally in the middle of everything. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

D

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tobi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Beautiful view and very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lovely apartment
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

JIAWEN, Calgary

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Looked good based on the reviews, but toilet had fecal stains that were brushed off by management when I mentioned concerns. No confirmation email was sent to me despite requesting it to the agent. Good location though.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rossy

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Amazing apartments in Edinburgh
What an amazing apartment we had , it was spacious clean & so close to the centre. Perfect for everything. Could not fault it & would certainly come back & stay there again. Excellent. Perfect location for sightseeing .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Room comfort
Beautiful well equipped apartment. Ideal location. Very comfortable for a couple of nights. Unfortunately one rug had a stain on it that wasn’t ideal. This was reported to the office at the time they said they were aware of it but failed to remove/clean it. This wouldn’t put me off booking again though.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Perfect location & beautiful apartments
Absolutely perfect location. We were central to everything we wanted to get to & very close to bus stops and train station. Apartment was quite clean & felt very Covid safe there. We had flat 1. The living room windows looked right into the street, so grateful for the shutters to have privacy, but was awesome for people watching. The kitchen had all the plates, mugs, knife and forks etc. The mugs were very well used as had old tea/coffee marks in 2 of them. Kitchen had basic cooking tools. If you intend to whip up regular meals, bring your favourite cooking utensils. Sainsbury’s, M&S food & Tesco express close by. The bedroom was cozy and comfy & the bathroom has underfloor heating which we loved. The apartments mention a balcony & my husband being Deaf (he’s very visual due to this) had psyched himself up for having a wonderful view from this balcony as per the pictures. The view we had overlooked the back of a business property where they parked their cars & every morning when we opened the patio doors to let in some air we were greeted with a business man on his mobile phone discussing business for a few hours. It’s not a complaint, but an observation. Don’t get your hopes up unless u request a high floor apartment (which I’m not sure if you can). We did email to ask for an early check-in about 2pm. We’d already walked past the apartments and guessed which was ours. It was empty & lights off, but they still said no. (In a polite way).
View from the balcony
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great stay ~ Destiny are great!
Great stay Well located apartment short walk from Princes Street. Comfortable apartment - number 1 - on ground floor which is probably the downside to it. Some road noise at the front of apartment and door noise from other residents. Spacious and well equipped flat - as always destiny is a good, reliable company.
Bedroom
Bathroom
Lounge
Balcony and view
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

george

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great stay but little parking issues
Great place and very clean also only a short walk to shopping streets .Downside is no parking available except outside for residents of area small bays for street parking but only short term .while we were there saw 3 cars getting parking tickets perhaps the company running here could get some permits for guests
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great Apartment and Location
Great location, stunning apartment and only a 10 minute walk from Waverley station. Great for a group of friends looking for a weekend get away, would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020