Destiny Scotland - Royal Mile Residence (solo trip)
How Solo-Friendly is Destiny Scotland - Royal Mile Residence?
What makes it 71% Solo-Friendly: Apartments sit on the Royal Mile, 500 m to Waverley Station, ideal for solo sightseeing. Secure coded entry, CCTV and free Wi-Fi support safety and work. No staffed desk overnight, so plan ahead.
Good match for:
- Self-catering Solo Travelers: Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen and apartment comforts steps from Edinburgh’s main sights.
Things to keep in mind:
- Travelers needing on-site parking: This property does not offer on-site parking; nearby parking is offsite and fee-based.
What is so special about Destiny Scotland - Royal Mile Residence for solo trip?
- Central Royal Mile location steps from top attractions.
- Self-catering apartments with kitchens and free Wi-Fi.
- Express check-in/out and secure luggage storage.
- Elevator access to all floors; quiet, smoke-free environment.
Transport & Nearby Access
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station: 500m (6 min walk)
Walk to the station for direct connections across Scotland.
Solo-Friendly Activities around Destiny Scotland - Royal Mile Residence
Royal Mile: 100m (2 min walk)
Historic thoroughfare linking Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace.
Tip: Explore early morning to enjoy quieter streets and street performances.
National Museum of Scotland: 450m (6 min walk)
Free-entry museum featuring Scottish history, science, and art exhibits.
Tip: Check opening hours and visit the rooftop terrace for city views.
Edinburgh Castle: 840m (10 min walk)
Iconic fortress with panoramic city views and Crown Jewels display.
Tip: Book tickets online in advance to skip the queue.
Solo-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Destiny Scotland - Royal Mile Residence:
Wi-Fi in public areas:
Complimentary wireless internet throughout the property.
Luggage storage:
Store your bags before check-in or after check-out at no extra cost.
Express check-in and check-out:
Save time with fast self check-in and check-out procedures.
Safe at front desk:
Secure valuables in the front desk safe during your stay.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Offsite parking:
Discounted parking nearby; contact the property for rates and reservation.
Accessibility at Destiny Scotland - Royal Mile Residence:
Elevator provides access to all floors.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Use the self-catering kitchen: Buy fresh ingredients at Lidl (560m, 7 min walk) and cook in your fully equipped apartment to save on dining.
- Request self check-in code: Contact the property before arrival to get your door access code and skip the front desk line.
- Pre-book key attractions: Reserve Edinburgh Castle tickets online in advance to avoid sold-out dates and long queues.
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, a taxi takes about 30 minutes. From Edinburgh Waverley Station, exit onto Waverley Bridge and walk 500m (6 min) to the property.
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