Moving to university can be daunting. Especially when you know that your student accommodation can make or break your first year at university. However, don’t worry- we’re here to help. Here’s our ranking of the best student halls at Edinburgh Napier University, Queen Margaret University and the University of Edinburgh for freshers.
Private Student Halls in Edinburgh
The Bridge House
Home to 319 students, The Bridge House has lots of well-equipped, modern rooms in shared facility flats. Each room has a sink, and the bathrooms, kitchens and lounges are shared in each flat. The building is 15 minutes away from many of Edinburgh’s treats and tourist favourites, including both Napier and the University of Edinburgh campuses. With prices starting at £120 per week, it’s easily one of the best student halls in Edinburgh.
Student Castle
Student Castle accommodation in Edinburgh has ultra-fast WiFi, bike storage and 24/7 security. Additionally, it has a common area, a study area, a gym and an outdoor courtyard. You can schedule a virtual viewing here.
Canal Point
Less than 15 minutes away from The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle, Princes Street and The National Museum of Scotland, Canal Point has all of your bills included, including internet and WiFi. This student accommodation in Edinburgh has 24-hour staff available, a post and parcels service and en-suite bathrooms, as well as on-site maintenance, laundry, contents insurance, bike storage and security. Prices start at £166 per week.
Haddington Place
Located in the city centre, Haddington Place has private en-suites, a variety of communal spaces, a free on-site gym and 24-hour security. You can choose from studios, rooms with views, couple studios, or lower floors with accessibility.
Edinburgh Napier University Accommodation
Bainfield
Fancy living 15 minutes away from downtown, somewhere close to cinemas, bars, and restaurants? Then Bainfield student halls might well be for you. You can choose between standard en-suite rooms for £158 per week, sharing a kitchen/living room with 5-9 students, or a studio flat for £158 per week. It’s easily one of the best halls in Edinburgh.
Orwell Terrace
Opened in 2016, Orwell Terrace is Edinburgh Napier University’s newest student accommodation. It is near the city centre, and you can choose from twin/shared en-suite bedrooms from £102 per week or standard en-suite rooms for £158 per week. There are communal lounges and mixed or single-gender flats available.
Slateford Road
Slateford Road is only a short walk from the Napier Merchiston campus, making it one of the top accommodation options for Edinburgh Napier University students. Here you can choose from standard rooms with or without en-suite, or premium rooms wherein you only share your living area with one other student, and then have your own private bedroom.
University of Edinburgh Student Accommodation
Ascham Court 
These student halls in Edinburgh are award-winning, making Ascham Court one of the best accommodation choices for University of Edinburgh students. They’re a modern development of two-storey houses in the heart of Edinburgh, next to Meadows park. The rooms come with a three-quarter bed and complete furnishings, likewise, the kitchens are equipped with white goods, an ironing board, mop, broom and hoover. The rooms have shared bathrooms between 3 – 6 people. Prices start at £8,954 per year.
Brae House
Recently built, Vrae House is a short work from Arthur’s Seat, The Royal Mile, and Holyrood Palace. Brae House student halls are a half-hour walk from the University of Edinburgh campus or a short bus journey. This Edinburgh Uni accommodation features a common room, en-suite bedrooms, cycle storage, and is self-catered. Prices start at £6,262 per year.
Chancellors Court
The final student halls on our list of the best university accommodation in Edinburgh is Chancellors Court. Chancellors Court is at the base of Arthur’s Seat and offers easy access to Edinburgh’s central area. All of the rooms are en-suite and have access to shared pantries, a common room and a computer lab. Prices begin at £5,374 per year.
When it comes to making a decision on your student accommodation, it can be very difficult and stressful. Hopefully, this list of the best student halls in Edinburgh helps.
