Student Housing in Edinburgh

Student Accommodation Edinburgh

You can find any student accommodation on UniAcco where, you can compare student housing options based on price, amenities, distance from universities, features and more. Feel free to consult our super-friendly team of experts over a call, chat or email who can suggest you the best options as per your requirements. Choose from over 5000 student housing options across Edinburgh. So whether you are looking for private studios, flats to share with other students, halls, we have got it covered.

Student housing experience in Edinburgh

The Edinburgh city is the second-best city in the UK, behind only London which topped the rankings.
QS named the city's most significant student population and its internationally diverse community as the main reasons for Auld Reekie's high ranking. Edinburgh is lauded for the standard of education to offer.

Edinburgh is well known for its historic castle, old towns and significant annual events like the Edinburgh International Festival and Hogmanay street party, the city is also home for lots of the top universities in the UK. 

Transport in Edinburgh is experiencing an overhaul in preparation for the introduction of a whole tram system in the centre of the city. Fortunately, most of the Edinburgh students need public transport in their day-to-day activity,

Edinburgh's nightlife rivals its neighbouring Glasgow's with its various pubs, bars and clubs. The popular nightclubs are to be found on George Street. Add on to your student housing experience in Edinburgh you will find fantastic restaurants, mainly on George Street, chains of restaurants like Bella Italia, Jimmy Chung's, Prezzo and Gusto have many great eateries for students on a budget. Overall the city takes significant efforts to make your student housing experience better.

What makes Edinburgh unique?

Edinburgh is  Scottish capital which has all of the magnificence a big city should, but with the allure of a small town. The city is modern, but with a firm grip over its heritage, the city welcomes visitors with enthusiasm and a wee dram.
It’s the birthplace of numerous literary classics, good whisky and Sean Connery. You won't be able to buy alcohol after 10 pm, and everybody has an opinion on the trams. Still, Edinburgh will grab your heart, and there are a little things anyone who has been to the capital of Scotland will always miss, wherever they go.
Students who go for the renowned University, visitors who go for the clubs or history and locals, grew up on its shiny wet cobbled streets all like Edinburgh for its unique personality. The top things about Edinburgh are the tiny, abstract quirks that make this city what it is. 

Edinburgh is a city that catches the cliche: the aroma of hops wafts from the breweries and around your nostrils as you hop off the train at Waverley and the red-faced piper, in his kilt and sporran, welcomes clicks with delighted visitors. The city is radiant in the summer sun, but Edinburgh is one of the few towns that suits a gloomy cloud or two.

Universities to study in Edinburgh

Heriot-Watt University, Napier University Edinburgh, Queen Margaret University, Scottish Rural College

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for student accommodation?

Applying for student accommodation with UniAcco is very easy. Figure out which property you like, after that you can make a request to book the room or flat for the dates you need it. After clicking “Book Now”, we’ll ask you to leave your contact details so that one of our experts can call you and take you through the next steps and eventually sign the contract.

You don’t have to worry about costs as UniAcco does not charge you anything for this service, you’ll only need to pay the rent to your chosen landlord.

Can I get any options for my contract length?

Most property contracts last for one academic year. If you have a plan for a longer or shorter stay, You can contact our team and our property consultants will be surely able to provide information regarding which properties are open for different contract lengths.

Are my bills included in the rent?

This depends on the property you rent, but most of our London properties have bills included, so you're only going to pay the rent and nothing else. Remember to make sure that this is the case with the property you have chosen.

What do our different room types mean?

Ensuite: Private room with private bathroom and shared kitchen and living area.

Non-Ensuite: Private room with shared bathroom, kitchen and living area.

Studio: Private room with private bathroom as well as the kitchen.

Standard(6 bed & 4-bed sharing): Private room with shared bathroom, kitchen and living area.

Twodio: Private room (in a 2 bedroom flat) with Private bathroom and a kitchen that is shared between 2 people.

Threedio: Private room (in a 3 bedroom flat) with Private bathroom and a kitchen that is shared between 3 people.

Twin Ensuite: Room (shared between 2 people) with attached bathroom where the kitchen and living area shared with more tenants.

Dorms: 4 or more people sharing the same dormitory.

Two Bedroom and 3 bedroom Apartments: Private rooms with Private/Shared bathrooms (varying from property to property) and a communal kitchen and living area

How safe is it to rent student accommodation in the private sector?

We cautiously choose our properties before featuring on a website. Our student accommodation providers are trustworthy, and they provide housing options which are safe to use.

What is a guarantor? Do I need one?

A guarantor is a person (often a family member) that signs an agreement of being financially responsible for paying the rent in case the tenant is unable to. Many properties require a guarantor if the tenant wishes to pay the rent in instalments.

Can I schedule a tour of a property before I book?

Of course! To arrange a viewing of a property, we need you to complete an application form on our website. As soon as we have all your details, you can contact our booking experts, and they will arrange a property viewing for you.

What if my questions are not included here?

In this case, you can directly contact our property consultants. They will be happy to help you out.