Destiny Student – Holyrood (Brae House) Review: Everything You Need to Know
Destiny Student – Holyrood (Brae House) Is This the Best Place to Stay in Edinburgh (GB)?
Destiny Student – Holyrood (Brae House) serves as a premier campus accommodation for students. The Royal Mile, the National Parliament, and Holyrood Palace are all within a 5-minute stroll. A short walk up the Royal Mile immerses guests in the vibrant heart of Edinburgh’s historic Old Town.
This property features double en-suite rooms alongside a shared kitchen and living area. For larger groups or families, private apartments are also available. Additionally, studios equipped with en-suite facilities and private kitchen and living spaces can be found.
Every room includes en-suite bathrooms, 120cm-wide small double beds, fresh linens, and access to kitchen amenities as well as living areas with a TV. Guests can take advantage of complimentary WiFi throughout the premises, and they can enjoy the communal area, a games room, and a pay-as-you-go laundry service. The building is secured with a simple key fob entry system.
Support staff are available 24/7 to offer guidance on the building and the surrounding area.
Brae House is an excellent choice for those with interests in architecture, history, and fitness, with numerous local running paths and parks conveniently close by.
Couples especially appreciate the location, giving it a rating of 8.1 for a getaway for two.
Facilities of Destiny Student – Holyrood (Brae House)
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Free WiFi
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Non-smoking rooms
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24-hour front desk
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Lift
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Heating
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Toilet paper
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Private bathroom
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Toilet
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Shower
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Linen
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Wardrobe or closet
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Shared kitchen
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Socket near the bed
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Desk
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Shared lounge/TV area
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Luggage storageAdditional charge
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Express check-in/check-out
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24-hour front desk
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Fire extinguishers
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CCTV outside property
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CCTV in common areas
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Smoke alarms
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Key card access
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Non-smoking throughout
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Heating
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Lift
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Non-smoking rooms
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English
House rules
Destiny Student – Holyrood (Brae House) takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
Essential information for guests at this property
At the time of booking, a full prepayment will be charged to secure your reservation. Guests must present a photo identification and credit card during check-in. Please be aware that all Special Requests depend on availability and might incur additional charges. It’s important to note that all beds are 120cm-wide small double beds, rather than the standard 135cm-wide double beds. Additionally, towels are not provided; upon arrival, guests can collect a complimentary towel at the reception, limited to one towel per person. For extra towel replacements, a fee of £5 per towel will apply. Luggage storage is offered before check-in and after check-out for a cost of £5 per bag. Shower gel is available at the reception. Double rooms come with access to a shared fully equipped kitchen. Guests under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult. Please note that there are no meal options available. All rooms are designated non-smoking, and a fine of £150 will be imposed for smoking inside the building. On arrival, a damage deposit of £100 must be provided, which will be processed via credit card. This deposit will be refunded in full within 7 days after check-out, pending an inspection of the property.
A damage deposit of £100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.







