Destiny Student - Cowgate

Destiny Student - Cowgate

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Ziggurat, Wellgate House 200 Cowgate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

GoodBased on 430 reviews
7.4

C$ 848

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About Destiny Student - Cowgate

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Good to Know

Check-in time3:00 PM
Check-out time10:00 AM
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+44 131 344 4897

Perks and amenities at Destiny Student - Cowgate

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at Destiny Student - Cowgate
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Elevator
  • Storage available

General

  • Elevator
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Storage available

Reviews for Destiny Student - Cowgate

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at Destiny Student - Cowgate, providing insights into their experiences. Travellers have left 430 reviews of Destiny Student - Cowgate to date. Review data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
7.4
GoodBased on 430 verified guest reviews
7.5Friends
7.8Solo
7.3Couples
7.0Families
Pros +
  • Extremely convenient for Edinburgh Festival. (in 4 reviews)
  • Great budget accomodation with kitchen and laundry. (in 8 reviews)
  • Amazing location and helpful staff (in 54 reviews)
Cons -
  • "The room was very hot and very noisy, even with the earplugs they provided." (in 5 reviews)
  • "Very noisy at night with the windows open, and very hot with them closed." (in 5 reviews)
  • The shower was barely lukewarm. (in 16 reviews)
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Destiny Student - Cowgate is located at Ziggurat, Wellgate House 200 Cowgate in the Old Town neighbourhood of Edinburgh. Popular landmark data was lasted updated on 24 April 2025.

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  • How far is Destiny Student - Cowgate from National Museum of Scotland?

    Destiny Student - Cowgate is a walkable distance (0.2 km) from National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh.

  • Is Destiny Student - Cowgate close to Greyfriars Kirk?

    Destiny Student - Cowgate is a good choice to stay at if you want to visit Greyfriars Kirk, which is 0.3 km away.

FAQs when booking at Destiny Student - Cowgate

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding reservations, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at Destiny Student - Cowgate. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2025.

  • How close is Destiny Student - Cowgate to the nearest airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    With a distance of 18.5 km between Destiny Student - Cowgate and the nearest airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, the drive typically takes about 0h 14m depending on traffic. Be sure to check traffic trends near the hotel and airport as some areas experience higher traffic than others and can increase your expected travel time.

  • What is the best way for guests to get from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Destiny Student - Cowgate?

    One of the more popular options today is to take a taxi or ridesharing service directly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to the hotel. This option is often cost effective, but guests must keep a lookout for peak time rates.

  • How close is Destiny Student - Cowgate from the Edinburgh city center?

    The center of Old Town, Edinburgh, is just 0.2 km away from the front doors of Destiny Student - Cowgate. You can find many fellow tourists at places such as Usher Hall, which you can get to from Destiny Student - Cowgate using any means of transportation.

  • What is the Destiny Student - Cowgate phone number?

    You can reach the front desk of Destiny Student - Cowgate at +44 131 344 4897.

  • Does Destiny Student - Cowgate have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Destiny Student - Cowgate has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What is the check-out time at Destiny Student - Cowgate?

    The standard check-out time at Destiny Student - Cowgate is 10:00 AM. Guests can usually check-in from 3:00 PM. Special arrangements may be available if discussed with the front desk.

  • What is the cheapest month to stay at Destiny Student - Cowgate?

    For the best chance to save money on your Destiny Student - Cowgate reservation, consider staying in January, when prices are typically at their lowest (C$ 89).

  • In what area of Edinburgh is Destiny Student - Cowgate located?

    Destiny Student - Cowgate is located within the Old Town area of Edinburgh. Utilize the map on this page to understand where Destiny Student - Cowgate is in relation to the rest of Edinburgh.

  • How far is Destiny Student - Cowgate from National Museum of Scotland?

    Destiny Student - Cowgate is a walkable distance (0.2 km) from National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh.

  • Is Destiny Student - Cowgate close to Greyfriars Kirk?

    Destiny Student - Cowgate is a good choice to stay at if you want to visit Greyfriars Kirk, which is 0.3 km away.

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