{"id":1511,"date":"2018-04-10T09:28:58","date_gmt":"2018-04-10T03:58:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/67.205.158.89\/?p=1511"},"modified":"2025-01-29T16:15:20","modified_gmt":"2025-01-29T10:45:20","slug":"excellent-student-accommodation-in-edinburgh-to-try-right-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/accommodation\/excellent-student-accommodation-in-edinburgh-to-try-right-now\/","title":{"rendered":"Excellent Student Accommodation in Edinburgh to Try Right Now"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Edinburgh,&nbsp;Scotland\u2019s capital city&nbsp;is a hub for international students and with its eclectic mix of culture and grand architecture, it is no wonder why the city is so popular!<\/p>\n<p>The city has a wealth of marvellous tourist destinations whether you\u2019re looking for&nbsp;history,&nbsp;monuments, or even just a plain old glass of&nbsp;scotch. It is also home to the renowned <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/united-kingdom\/edinburgh\/u\/universities-of-edinburgh\"><strong>University of Edinburgh<\/strong><\/a>,&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/united-kingdom\/edinburgh\/u\/heriot-watt-university\"><strong>Heriot-Watt University<\/strong><\/a>,&nbsp;and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/united-kingdom\/edinburgh\/u\/edinburgh-napier-university\"><strong>Edinburgh Napier University<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Choosing this spectacular location for your study abroad might have been a no-brainer, and our handy guide is here to ensure that finding a place to stay becomes just as hassle-free!<\/p>\n<h2><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/united-kingdom\/edinburgh\/property\/iq-fountainbridge\">IQ Fountainbridge<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>It is in an outstanding location \u2013 it is situated just a 10-minute walk away from the city centre, so you\u2019ll have a multitude of great bars and restaurants available at your fingertips. On top of this, all of the universities are easily accessible, and it has great public transport links.<\/p>\n<p>Not only is it in a great location, but the interior of the accommodation is very luxurious, and it has sociable communal areas. It offers both en-suite and <strong>studio rooms<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/united-kingdom\/edinburgh\/property\/new-park\"><strong>New Park<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p>It is the most modern of all the <strong>student accommodations<\/strong> on offer in Edinburgh as it only opened. Each individual room is kitted out with an en-suite bathroom, large beds, smart TV\u2019s and areas perfect for studying.&nbsp;The accommodation also has a spacious communal lounge where you can ease off the day\u2019s tension by interacting with fellow residents.<\/p>\n<p>Those staying here and studying at the University of Edinburgh can reach there in just 11-minutes of walk while Paterson&#8217;s Land is 9-minutes away from the residence.<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/united-kingdom\/edinburgh\/property\/the-haymarket\"><strong>Nido Haymarket<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p>The accommodation got its name as it is handily less than a 5-minute walk away from Haymarket Station. It is set in the lively West End of Edinburgh, so has a great variety of great bars, shops, and caf\u00e9s.<\/p>\n<p>The lovely management team creates events aimed specifically at students which helps those missing home and is a great opportunity to meet other students! This accommodation has a great combination of apartments and studios to cater for all students\u2019 needs.<\/p>\n<h2><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/united-kingdom\/edinburgh\/property\/meadow-court\">Meadow Court<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>This student accommodation is in a terrific location \u2013 handily only half a mile away from The University of Edinburgh, and 1.3 miles from <strong>Edinburgh Napier University\u2019s Merchiston Campus<\/strong>. It is also right next to The Meadows, and only a short walk from the spectacular Arthur\u2019s Seat!<\/p>\n<p>Flats vary between three and six people, and have shared bathroom, living, kitchen and laundry facilities, with each living room complete with leather sofas and a flat-screen TV, making it the perfect space to sit around and socialise.<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/united-kingdom\/edinburgh\/property\/arran-house\"><strong>Arran House<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p>Located right in the heart of the city, this accommodation puts you within easy reach of everything which is why those who are new to the city prefer to stay here.<\/p>\n<p>The University of Edinburgh takes only 26-minutes to reach by bus while Edinburgh Napier University is just a 15-minutes\u2019 bus ride away. You can easily explore the nearby cities&nbsp;as the&nbsp;Haymarket Railway Station is located within 10-minutes of walking distance from the residence.<\/p>\n<p>Edinburgh has a great range of student accommodation on offer \u2013 don\u2019t hesitate to get in touch with our support team to find your perfect room today!<\/p>\n<p><em>Written by Polly Hatcher <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Edinburgh,&nbsp;Scotland\u2019s capital city&nbsp;is a hub for international students and with its eclectic mix of culture and grand architecture, it is no wonder why the city is so popular! The city has a wealth of marvellous tourist destinations whether you\u2019re looking for&nbsp;history,&nbsp;monuments, or even just a plain old glass of&nbsp;scotch. 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