Destiny Scotland - Royal Mile Residence (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is Destiny Scotland - Royal Mile Residence?
What makes it 80% Kids-Friendly: Two-bedroom units plus rollaway beds on request sleep families, kitchen lets parents cook; elevator and 500 m walk to National Museum and Edinburgh Castle keep children engaged all day.
Good match for:
- Independent Explorers: Ideal for solo travelers who want a private base with kitchen and living space on the Royal Mile.
- History Buffs: Less than 10-minute walk to Edinburgh Castle, the National Museum, and St Giles’ Cathedral.
Things to keep in mind:
- Guests Needing On-site Parking: No on-site parking; you must use offsite paid parking nearby.
What is so special about Destiny Scotland - Royal Mile Residence for with kids?
- Self-catering apartments with full kitchens for flexible solo stays.
- Prime spot on the Royal Mile within short walks to Edinburgh Castle and top museums.
- Complimentary Wi-Fi, express check-in/out, and free luggage storage.
- Elevator access to all floors and private bathrooms with deep soaking tubs.
Transport & Nearby Access
Edinburgh Waverley Station: 500m (7 min walk)
Trains from Waverley reach Glasgow, Inverness and beyond.
Edinburgh Airport: 14.5 km (30 min drive)
Taxi or Airlink bus service to the airport in around 30 mins.
Kids-Friendly Activities around Destiny Scotland - Royal Mile Residence
Real Mary King’s Close: 240m (3 min walk)
Underground guided tours of 17th-century streets.
Tip: Bring a light jacket — tunnels are cool and damp.
National Museum of Scotland: 450m (6 min walk)
Free galleries on history, science, and art.
Tip: Don’t miss the rooftop terrace for city views.
Camera Obscura & World of Illusions: 460m (6 min walk)
Interactive optical illusions and mirror mazes.
Tip: Arrive early to avoid queues and grab photos.
Kids-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Destiny Scotland - Royal Mile Residence:
Wi-Fi:
Complimentary high-speed internet throughout the apartment and public areas.
Luggage storage:
Store bags at reception before check-in or after check-out at no extra cost.
Express check-in/out:
Skip the front desk with fast arrival and departure procedures.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Offsite parking:
Discounted parking available nearby; fees apply.
Accessibility at Destiny Scotland - Royal Mile Residence:
An elevator serves every floor.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Cook with Local Ingredients: Use the fully equipped kitchen to prepare meals with fresh produce from nearby markets or Princes Street grocers.
- Join a Free Walking Tour: Meet outside City Chambers at 10:30 for a tip-based Royal Mile tour by local volunteers.
- Book Key Tours in Advance: Reserve tickets for Real Mary King’s Close and Camera Obscura online to secure your preferred time slot.
Reviews of Destiny Scotland - Royal Mile Residence
Lexy Enoch
Fantastic accommodation in the heart of old town. Immaculately decorated and clean. Very well appointed flat with everything you’ll need for a great stay. Booking is super easy. Entry and check in/out is really well organised. This is our new go to when in Edinburgh. Thanks for a wonderful visit.
Darlene Stott
We truly enjoyed our stay at the Royal Mile. It's right in the center of the action so be prepared for lots of people everywhere. It was close to everything we wanted to see and what a great experience to stay in the midst of so much history. The accommodations were fantastic - we loved every aspect.
Ann Ashton
We had a fantastic stay at Destiny Scotland in Edinburgh! The location couldn’t be better – right in the heart of the city, making it easy to explore everything on foot. The apartment itself was spotless and very well maintained, with a real sense of comfort and style. The bathrooms were especially impressive, with spacious, modern showers that made the stay feel even more luxurious. Check-in and ...
Lisa Sprinkle
We stayed in a 3 bedroom apartment. The location was very good - right on the Royal Mile. Some noise from the bars did travel up to the bedroom at night. Notice there is no air conditioning so we needed to keep the windows open and even then it was warm. The apartment was very clean and organized. It was easy to get in and out of and there is a small lift. The master bathroom has a walk in s...
Alison Stuart
We found this accommodation on Booking.com and reviews were great. Communication on how to access property were very good, you are given an access code which works for main gate/room etc so no physical key which is good. Accommodation is right in the centre of the Royal Mile which is brilliant and for the most part is very quiet. Our room was on 1st floor and its between 2 pubs that have live musi...
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Address: 129 High St, Bishop's Cl, Edinburgh EH1 1SG, UK
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How to get to Destiny Scotland - Royal Mile Residence:
From Edinburgh Airport, take a taxi directly to the Royal Mile Residence (approx 30 min).
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