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🍸 Edinburgh Cocktail Week is nearly over!

Got plans for the weekend? This is your last chance to raise a glass to one of Edinburgh’s tastiest festivals, with Cocktail Week wrapping up on Sunday 11 October.

From creative cocktails at some of the city’s best bars to the buzzing Cocktail Village at Festival Square, there’s plenty to sip, savour and enjoy. With £6 signature cocktails available at over 120 participating bars, there’s no shortage of reasons to explore somewhere new.

Weekend wristbands are £12 and include entry to the Cocktail Village, with its pop-up bars, live music, DJs and street food.

Make a weekend of it, discover a new favourite bar and enjoy Edinburgh at its best.

https://www.edinburghcocktailweek.co.uk/



18+ only. Please drink responsibly.

Make a night of it this Hogmanay 🍾🥂

There’s nowhere quite like Edinburgh to see in the New Year.

From the excitement building around the city to the famous Hogmanay celebrations, live music, fireworks and that unmistakable Edinburgh atmosphere, it’s the perfect excuse to make a few days of it.

And why rush home?

Stay 2 or 3 nights or more and enjoy competitive direct rates, with more room to relax than you’d get from a traditional hotel room. Settle in, cook breakfast when you’re ready, take your time getting ready for the celebrations and enjoy the freedom of an apartment throughout your stay.

Many of our apartments also offer views towards Edinburgh Castle, giving you a beautiful backdrop to your Hogmanay break - ask us for details.

Head out and join the celebrations, or take things at your own pace. It’s Hogmanay, your way.

Make Edinburgh your home for Hogmanay.

Book direct with Destiny Scotland.

October Half Term in Edinburgh

Planning an escape this half term? Edinburgh is the perfect size for a few days away, with plenty to see and do without spending your whole trip travelling.

Explore the Old Town, discover Edinburgh Castle, take a spooky tour, visit a museum, enjoy a family-friendly meal or simply wander the city and see where the day takes you.

And when it’s time to relax, having your own apartment makes a family trip that little bit easier.

Stay for 1, 2 or 3 nights or more, with competitive direct rates and more space for your money. Everyone gets room to relax in their own spot, while you still have a kitchen and shared living space to enjoy together.

Whether you’re making it a quick city break or staying a little longer, make Edinburgh your home for half term.

5 things families love about Edinburgh this October half term

Planning a family escape? Edinburgh has something for everyone, whatever their age and whatever your budget.

➡️Explore Edinburgh Castle
History, stories and incredible views across the city.

➡️Get lost in the National Museum of Scotland
Dinosaurs, space, science and fascinating things to discover, and it’s free.

➡️Discover Edinburgh’s spooky side
October is the perfect time for ghost stories, underground vaults and Halloween adventures.

➡️Get outside
Climb Arthur’s Seat, explore Holyrood Park or simply wander Edinburgh’s beautiful streets and hidden closes.

➡️Eat your way around the city
From family-friendly cafés and casual bites to great-value restaurants and special-occasion dining, there’s something for every appetite and every budget.

And when everyone is tired after a busy day exploring, there’s always the option to make the most of your apartment kitchen and enjoy a relaxed dinner in your own space.

And why rush home?

Stay 3 nights or more and enjoy our Autumn exclusive discount. No code needed, simply search & book and the discount is already applied for all direct bookings.

Because everyone deserves to experience Edinburgh, and sometimes the best way to do it is to stay a little longer.

Stay your way. Explore more. Make a few more memories.

🎃 Fancy a Halloween with a little more history… and a lot more haunting?

This Halloween, step into the shadows of Edinburgh with Mercat Tours and discover the city’s darker side.

From haunted underground vaults and eerie graveyards to the true stories behind Scotland’s witch trials, there’s a Halloween tour for every brave explorer.

👻 Raising the Dead – infamous murderers, cursed souls, underground vaults and Canongate graveyard.

🕯️ Halloween Underground – venture beneath Edinburgh’s streets and explore some of the city’s most haunted vaults.

🧙 Witches: Trial & Truth – uncover the real history behind Scotland’s witch trials and the people accused of witchcraft.

🥃 Spirits of Halloween – explore the Old Town and underground vaults before finishing with a complimentary witches’ brew in a candlelit cellar.

And if you're staying with Destiny Scotland, you can enjoy 10% off Mercat Tours as part of our partnership

Perfect for a spooky Edinburgh escape this October… if you dare. 👀

Two awards. One very proud team.

We’re delighted to share some fantastic news from the 10th annual Scottish Enterprise Awards 2026, a decade of recognising the ambition, innovation and achievements of businesses across Scotland.

For the second year running, Destiny Scotland has been recognised, and this year we’re incredibly proud to receive two awards:

🏆 Best Serviced Apartment Operator 2026 – Edinburgh

🏆 Guest Experience Excellence Award 2026 – Edinburgh

The Guest Experience Excellence Award is particularly special to us. Creating a great stay is about so much more than the apartment itself. It’s about giving our guests the freedom and comfort of a home, combined with the reassurance and care of a professional team.

These awards are recognition of the people behind every stay, from our housekeeping and reservations teams to operations and everyone working behind the scenes.

A huge thank you to our wonderful team, and to every guest who has stayed with us, shared a review, recommended us or returned to Edinburgh with us.

To be recognised during the 10th year of the Scottish Enterprise Awards makes this achievement even more special.

We’re incredibly proud to be part of Edinburgh’s hospitality community and to continue doing what we love, creating great places to stay in our favourite city.

Rugby fans, this November is a little different…

2026 sees the launch of the brand-new Nations Championship, bringing together the world's top rugby nations across a summer and autumn series.

And Edinburgh is right in the middle of it.

Scotland welcomes New Zealand, Australia and Japan to Scottish Gas Murrayfield this November.

🏉 Scotland v New Zealand — 7 November
🏉 Scotland v Australia — 15 November
🏉 Scotland v Japan — 21 November

With Murrayfield just a short journey from the city centre, Destiny Scotland is the perfect base for a rugby weekend, whether you're here for the match, the atmosphere or simply an excuse for a great weekend in the city.

Stay central. Stay your way.

🎄 Sorry… we’re saying the C-word.

Christmas is coming to Edinburgh, and we’re not going to pretend we’re above getting excited about it.

The lights. The smell of cinnamon and hot chocolate. The twinkling trees. The Christmas Market. A wander through the Old Town with Edinburgh looking just a little bit more magical than usual.

And no, Christmas doesn’t have to mean spending a fortune.

Sometimes it’s simply wrapping up warm, having a wander, grabbing a hot drink, soaking up the atmosphere and enjoying a few hours of that lovely “it’s nearly Christmas” feeling.

Edinburgh’s Christmas Market returns this winter, bringing festive cheer to the city centre, and we’re already looking forward to it, running from 14 November 2026 – 03 January 2027

So yes… we said it.

🎄 CHRISTMAS.

There, we’ve done it.

Who else is ready for a little festive magic?

WH**KY LOVERS, THIS ONE’S FOR YOU! 🥃

Edinburgh’s Wh**ky Festival returns to Murrayfield Stadium on Saturday 10th October 2026, and it’s set to be a brilliant day for wh**ky lovers!

With 60+ wh**ky brands and over 1,000 attendees, expect a fantastic celebration of Scotland’s national drink, with hundreds of whiskies to sample from distilleries and independent bottlers from Scotland and beyond.

✨ What’s in store?
➡️Hundreds of whiskies to discover & sample
➡️Meet the distillers and bottlers behind your favourites
➡️Live traditional coopering demonstrations
➡️Explore Scotland’s rich wh**ky heritage
➡️Food, drinks and plenty of wh**ky chat!

And with the festival supporting the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation, there’s an extra special reason to raise a glass. 💙

📅 Saturday 10th October 2026
📍 Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh

Making a weekend of it? Edinburgh is looking particularly good in October, and our stylish serviced apartments are the perfect base for your wh**ky-filled weekend.

Stay your way. Explore Edinburgh. Raise a dram. 🥃

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Autumn is a brilliant time to visit Edinburgh

Edinburgh’s calendar is packed with reasons to visit over the coming months.

Planning an October half-term break? Looking for a Halloween getaway? Or heading to Edinburgh for one of the exciting autumn rugby weekends? 🏉

Make a few days of it and experience more of the city from the comfort of your own apartment.

🏡 Stay 3 Nights & Save

For a limited time, our Stay 3 Nights offer gives guests booking direct access to exclusive embedded discounts, making a longer Edinburgh stay even better value.

Choose the rate that suits you:

✨ Flexible rates – for added peace of mind if your plans change
✨ Non-refundable rates – for our best value if your plans are fixed

And with a city-centre Destiny Scotland apartment as your base, you can enjoy Edinburgh at your own pace; from autumn walks and cosy cafés to shopping, restaurants, attractions and everything happening across the city.

More time to explore. More time to relax. More value when you stay 3 nights.

Available across all dates for a limited time.

👉 Book direct to unlock your exclusive rate.