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Fantastic student accommodation! The location is great, just 15 minutes walking distance from the city centre. There are many local food shops around to try different types of food. There are direct bus routes to the city centre and to all of the universities campuses. The staff are incredibly friendly and always ready to help. Finally there are many different social spaces and events that give you the opportunity to meet new people.

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By member12102350
On 28th February 24
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Most helpful review

Fantastic student accommodation! The location is great, just 15 minutes walking distance from the city centre. There are many local food shops around to try different types of food. There are direct bus routes to the city centre and to all of the universities campuses. The staff are incredibly friendly and always ready to help. Finally there are many different social spaces and events that give you the opportunity to meet new people.

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By member12102350
On 28th February 24
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I wanted to confirm if there is wardrobe along with the underbed storage for 3 bed ensuite, please let me know
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Student Review: 5 /5
By member5102557 On 29th February 24 verified Verified student

The staff are incredibly helpful and lovely from the first day I moved in. They are part of the reason why I rebooked for September 2024

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member12102350 On 28th February 24 verified Verified student

Fantastic student accommodation! The location is great, just 15 minutes walking distance from the city centre. There are many local food shops around to try different types of food. There are direct bus routes to the city centre and to all of the universities campuses. The staff are incredibly friendly and always ready to help. Finally there are many different social spaces and events that give you the opportunity to meet new people.

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Reply from McDonald Road On 28th February 24

Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member5102227 On 27th February 24 verified Verified student

This property is located to many food shops as well as located in a safe location right outside several bus and tram stops that go straight to the university and airport. The facilities are clean and the gym and cinema room are a great addition!

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Reply from McDonald Road On 27th February 24

Student Review: 5 /5
By member5101724 On 22nd February 24 verified Verified student

facilities are great and the staff are all very nice and accommodating

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Reply from McDonald Road On 27th February 24

Student Review: 4 /5
By member9101549 On 21st February 24 verified Verified student

I’m a masters student and have found this accommodation great considering it is my first time living in Edinburgh. The location is great and Kerri is always there to offer assistance when required so big s/o. A shame I won’t be living here for another year as my course is only one year.

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Reply from McDonald Road On 27th February 24

Student Review: 5 /5
By member9101430 On 20th February 24 verified Verified student

very good experience overall..

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Reply from McDonald Road On 27th February 24

Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member797555 On 18th January 24 verified Verified student

The staff are really friendly and make every experience with them personal, make sure they get to know you individually

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Reply from McDonald Road On 14th February 24

Student Review: 3.9 /5
By member1172336 On 14th December 23 verified Verified student

On site staff amazing and caring. Off site staff. IE their bosses see students as cash cows.

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Reply from McDonald Road On 17th January 24

Student Review: 4 /5
By member796419 On 14th December 23 verified Verified student

It is close to many facilities.

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Reply from McDonald Road On 17th January 24

Student Review: 4.6 /5
By member674149 On 9th December 22 verified Verified student

My experience here has been phenomenal. The accommodation provides good value for money in terms of services and friendly staff.

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Reply from McDonald Road On 15th November 23

Student Review: 5 /5
By member872904 On 31st October 22 verified Verified student

People in here really nice and friendly and have lots of activities

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Reply from McDonald Road On 15th November 23

Student Review: 4.3 /5
By member1172336 On 12th October 22 verified Verified student

Awesome staff, friendly an attentive, especially Kerri who always welcomes you with a friendly smile.

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Reply from McDonald Road On 15th November 23

Student Review: 1.9 /5
By member1268993 On 16th May 22 verified Verified student

Probably one of the worst student accommodations you could go to. Although the facilities are excellent, including a gym and private cinema room, there is almost never anybody on site. Repairs take over a month despite the online logging system. Hallways are often left dirty and unclean for over two months. Collecting parcels and deliveries is going to be almost impossible. The electric doors often leave people locked out of their rooms and the emergency phone line tends to take 3-4 hours to reach any resolution or to have someone arrive on site. Whilst the location on Leith walk is quite convenient, the tram works make bus journeys very difficult. It’s around a 40 minute walk to George Square campus otherwise….

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Reply from McDonald Road On 15th November 23

Student Review: 2.6 /5
By member1362971 On 19th October 21 verified Verified student

If you want to live miles from the city on a street where people are routinely attacked and in a building where everything is falling apart then 6 McDonald Road is for you.

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Reply from McDonald Road On 15th November 23

Student Review: 1 /5
By member961557 On 4th August 21 verified Verified student

Do not come here, you will become unfortunate. The staffs are rude, they reply to emails very slowly, and even don't reply to emails. They also think you're annoying.

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Reply from McDonald Road On 15th November 23

Student Review: 3.4 /5
By member655599 On 25th March 21 verified Verified student

it has been quiet during lockdown but the staff are really nice and give a welcoming feeling.

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Reply from McDonald Road On 15th November 23

Student Review: 4.7 /5
By BeckyBlack On 11th February 21 verified Verified student

I have lived in the McDonald Road accommodation since my first year at uni. Their studio apartments are very spacious and have a great layout. The staff are all very welcoming, friendly and extremely helpful. The location is great with only a 20 minute walk to the city centre and bus stops are only a few minutes walk away. Make sure to read the descriptions on the rooms as the studio do not come with a microwave or toaster (it doesn’t say on the website that they do anyway). Overall I have had a great stay and will be coming back to live here for my final year.

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Reply from McDonald Road On 15th November 23

Student Review: 5 /5
By member954128 On 11th February 21 verified Verified student

Really nice!!!I’m celebrating CNY with my roommates!!

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Reply from McDonald Road On 15th November 23

Student Review: 3.4 /5
By member946784 On 16th March 20 verified Verified student

6 Mcdonald road tbh this year has been overpriced at 5700 pound no kettle, toaster or microwave, ironing board available, we were provided with a kettle and toaster months after moving in. one fridge freezer for 5 people which has had its challenges. The desk in the room is far to small and not realistic to get uni work done on. despite paying 5700 pound there are only 2 washing machines in the whole complex for over 100 people and one of these has been continually breaking throughout the year. however, despite these issues the staff at this complex are lovely. The location is great 10 minute walk to waverly. A co-op right outside and a tesco and sainburys close by. I would recommend staying here for students despite the issues mentioned above.

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Reply from McDonald Road On 15th November 23

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