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Destiny Scotland - Distillers House

Self-catering apartments in Edinburgh's West End, close to the conference centre and transport links.

  • Self-catering kitchens with dishwasher, kettle, and cookware
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • On-site car park for those travelling by car
9.1 Perfect 1166 reviews Booking.com 9.1 · 1166 reviews

About

Destiny Scotland - Distillers House

Destiny Scotland - Distillers House sits on Torphichen Street in Edinburgh's West End, within a 5-minute walk of the Edinburgh International Conference Centre. The property offers a car park for guests arriving by car, and is about 20 minutes' walk from The Robertson Mausoleum Parish Church.

The apartments are designed for independent stays, with fully equipped kitchens including a microwave, electric kettle, dishwasher, and cookware. Each unit features a sitting area, flat-screen TV, tea and coffee facilities, and a washing machine. Cots are available for families travelling with babies.

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Central location for transport and sights — A 5-minute walk to the Edinburgh International Conference Centre, close to a train station, shops, pubs, and on tram routes. Several guests mentioned the location as a highlight.
  • Fully equipped self-catering kitchens — Each apartment includes a microwave, electric kettle, dishwasher, and cookware, making it easy to prepare meals. Guests appreciated the facilities.
  • Comfortable rooms and décor — Guests described the rooms as top quality, well-decorated, and spacious, with high ratings for Rooms (9.5).
  • Friendly and helpful staff — The service rating is 9.5, and many reviews mention the accommodating and amiable staff, including arranging a late check-out.
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Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • No pets allowed — The property does not permit pets, which may be a drawback for travellers with animals.
  • Check-in window is limited to afternoon/evening — Check-in is only between 15:00 and 23:59, with a fixed 11:00 check-out, which might be less flexible for early arrivals or late departures.
  • Some general rating categories slightly lower — While rooms and service score high, the general rating is 8.7 and staff 9.0, suggesting overall satisfaction is still strong but not uniformly top-tier.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Studio

  • 1 King-size bed

Apartment

  • 2 King Size Beds,1 King-size bed

Deluxe Studio

  • 1 King-size bed

Superior Studio

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • 1 King-size bed,2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating

Superior King Studio

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Kitchen

  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave

Comfort

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Carpeted floor
  • Ironing facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Media & Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Safety

  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security

Family

  • Cots

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

9.1
Perfect 1166 reviews

Guest-rated 9.1/10 from 1,166 reviews

Booking.com · 9.1 · 1166 reviews
9.1Verified guest

“Stayed here with my baby and overall loved this apartment.”

9.1Verified guest

“Magnificent and absolutely perfect location for transport, it was close to a train station. And it was close to a supermarket and stores.”

9.1Verified guest

“Satisfied with the place, spent great 14 days here. Accommodating staff did everything they could. The bed was exceptionally comfortable; perfect night's sleep. Stunning location close to everything, enjoyed it.”

9.1Verified guest

“We stayed 3 nights here, nevertheless it was a fabulous experience. We appreciated fantastic staff. The kitchen had a microwave oven, an electric kettle, and a dishwasher etc to cook a meal. Location was brilliant and super, adjacent to pubs, restaurants, old part of Edinburgh, a road junction, and tram routes.”

9.1Verified guest

“We really enjoyed the stay, it was very pleasant. A microwave oven, an electric kettle, and a dishwasher etc were much appreciated.”

9.1Verified guest

“In our opinion, it's a super base for travelling to Edinburgh. Its location is marvellous and incredible, approx 10-15 minutes' walk from Royal Mile.”

04 — Location

Getting around Edinburgh

The property sits in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh International Conference Centre: About a 5-minute walk away, making the apartments a practical choice for conference attendees.

Royal Mile: Roughly a 10-15 minute walk, giving easy access to Edinburgh's historic old town and its attractions.

12 Torphichen Street, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH3 8JQ, United Kingdom

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-23:59
Check-out
By 11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
15 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 11:00.

Is parking available?

Yes, there is a car park on site for those travelling by car.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at the property.

Do the apartments have a kitchen?

Yes, each apartment has a kitchen with a microwave, electric kettle, dishwasher, and cookware.

Is there free Wi-Fi?

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available in public areas.

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The bottom line

A well-rated self-catering base in Edinburgh's West End, ideal for those wanting a central location with kitchen facilities and parking.

9.1Based on guest reviews and ratings (9.1/10 from 1,166 reviews)

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