Silk Mill has provided ideal residence for myself as a student since I moved in September 2023. The building contains all the facilities you would need; an on site gym up to date with all the equipment necessary, a spacious dry bar for inviting a group of friends to hang out in, and 24/7 access to coffee, for when studying gets tiresome. There are regular events held throughout the building for anybody to join in, providing Silk Mill with a status of more than just another student accommodation. Maintenance is efficient and quick, when I had an issue with my shower, I submitted the report on the app, for it to be seen to and fixed within five minutes. All members of staff are incredibly friendly and approachable, Sam, Aoife and Robbie at reception are brilliant and always happy to help, and there are people working through the night always available, for those times where you forget your key! Overall my stay here has been brilliant, allowing me to have the best student experience
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Silk Mill has provided ideal residence for myself as a student since I moved in September 2023. The building contains all the facilities you would need; an on site gym up to date with all the equipment necessary, a spacious dry bar for inviting a group of friends to hang out in, and 24/7 access to coffee, for when studying gets tiresome. There are regular events held throughout the building for anybody to join in, providing Silk Mill with a status of more than just another student accommodation. Maintenance is efficient and quick, when I had an issue with my shower, I submitted the report on the app, for it to be seen to and fixed within five minutes. All members of staff are incredibly friendly and approachable, Sam, Aoife and Robbie at reception are brilliant and always happy to help, and there are people working through the night always available, for those times where you forget your key! Overall my stay here has been brilliant, allowing me to have the best student experience
Silk Mill Information
| Telephone | +44 13 1608 1772 |
| Postcode | EH11 1FH |
| Price from | £270.00 per week for 24/25 (subject to availability) |
| Features | 12-minute walk from Edinburgh Napier University & 26-minute walk from the University of Edinburgh. On-site team, high speed WiFi, karaoke room, gym, digital gaming area, dry-bar, private dining room, study spaces, social lounge, breakfast bar, all-inclusive bills (to reasonable consumption), bike storage & hire & frequent social calendar of events, free 24/7 coffee & free in apartment washer-dryers. |
| Top tip | Visit the website and contact the property directly to find out more about their availability and exclusive bookings offers. |
Silk Mill Biography
Silk Mill is just a twelve-minute walk to Edinburgh Napier University, and a ten-minute cycle or fifteen-minute bus journey to the University of Edinburgh. The accommodation is situated near Fountainbridge meaning you have numerous shops, bars and cafes within easy reach.
Inside the building, you'll find incredible amenities, including a lower ground-floor dry bar, a fully equipped gym, study rooms and private dining. There is even free coffee available 24/7 from the breakfast bar. You won’t have to deal with the hassle and cost of communal laundry rooms, as there are free-of-charge washer-dryers located within the studios and shared apartments. On-site parking is available, so simply speak to a member of the team for availability and costs.
At Silk Mill, there is a selection of apartments each comes with its own Smart TV. There are 4 different types of studios or 6-9-bedroom ensuite apartments. The studios are self-contained and ideal if you are after more privacy, you’ll have your own ensuite, an abundance of storage, a Smart TV and a fully fitted kitchen including an in-room washer-dryer and dishwasher. For those looking to share with friends or to be introduced to new flatmates, the ensuite rooms have a shared living area featuring a sofa and Smart TV, a dining area, a fully fitted kitchenette, and washer-dryers.
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Great, but expensive. Nice people
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that you found our service great and our team nice. We understand concerns about pricing, and we continuously strive to offer the best value for the quality we provide. If there's anything specific we can do to enhance your experience or address any pricing concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out. We appreciate your support and hope to serve you again soon!
Overall I recommend this accomodation
Thank you very much for recommending our accommodation! We're thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience during your stay. If you have any specific feedback or suggestions for improvement, please feel free to share them with us. We're always looking for ways to enhance our guests' experience. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Fantastic building with great social spaces and community vibe
thrilled to hear that you find Silk Mill fantastic, with its great social spaces and community vibe. Creating a welcoming and vibrant community is one of our core goals, and we're glad to see that our efforts are resonating with you. We believe that fostering a sense of community enhances the living experience for all our residents, and we're delighted that you've been able to experience that firsthand. Our social spaces are designed to provide residents with opportunities to connect, relax, and enjoy each other's company. Whether it's our communal lounges, outdoor areas, or other shared facilities, we aim to create environments where residents can come together and build lasting friendships. Thank you once again for your positive review. We're thrilled to have you as part of our community and look forward to continuing to provide you with a fantastic living experience at Silk Mill.
Silk Mill has provided ideal residence for myself as a student since I moved in September 2023. The building contains all the facilities you would need; an on site gym up to date with all the equipment necessary, a spacious dry bar for inviting a group of friends to hang out in, and 24/7 access to coffee, for when studying gets tiresome. There are regular events held throughout the building for anybody to join in, providing Silk Mill with a status of more than just another student accommodation. Maintenance is efficient and quick, when I had an issue with my shower, I submitted the report on the app, for it to be seen to and fixed within five minutes. All members of staff are incredibly friendly and approachable, Sam, Aoife and Robbie at reception are brilliant and always happy to help, and there are people working through the night always available, for those times where you forget your key! Overall my stay here has been brilliant, allowing me to have the best student experience
hank you for sharing your experience at Silk Mill! We are delighted to hear that our residence has been an ideal home for you since your move in September 2023. It's fantastic to know that you find our facilities up to your standards. We take great pride in offering a comprehensive range of amenities, including our well-equipped gym, spacious dry bar, and 24/7 access to coffee to fuel your study sessions. We believe that a comfortable living environment enhances the overall student experience. We're thrilled that you appreciate the regular events we organize. At Silk Mill, we aim to foster a sense of community and provide opportunities for residents to socialize and connect beyond just accommodation. Efficient maintenance is one of our top priorities, and we're glad to hear that your shower issue was promptly resolved within five minutes of your report. Our dedicated staff, including Sam, Aoife, Robbie, and the night team, are committed to ensuring that all residents feel supported and cared for throughout their stay. Thank you once again for choosing Silk Mill as your residence. We are thrilled to have contributed to your positive student experience, and we look forward to continuing to provide you with exceptional service and facilities.
Incredibly kind and friendly staff, large and up-to-date facilities, tons of facilities including an on-site gym, close to shopping, restaurants, and cinema. They work hard to create a community in the building, with monthly events, dinners, sports event viewings, and collaborative study areas. Truly fantastic (especially compared to university-owned accommodations...)
Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you've had such a positive experience at our facility. Our team takes great pride in providing excellent service and creating a welcoming community for all our residents. We're delighted that you appreciate our efforts to offer a wide range of amenities, including our on-site gym and collaborative study areas. It's also wonderful to hear that you enjoy our monthly events, dinners, and sports event viewings. Building a sense of community is one of our top priorities, and we're glad to know that it's been successful in enhancing your living experience. We understand the importance of location, and we're pleased that our proximity to shopping, restaurants, and the cinema has been convenient for you. Thank you again for your kind words and for choosing to be a part of our community. We look forward to continuing to exceed your expectations in the future! If you have any further feedback or suggestions, please don't hesitate to let us know.
I currently live in this building and can truly say its a great building. Lived in a few other accomodations in the city but this has by far been the best experience so far. The team are so welcoming and always on board when there is an issue.
We're delighted to hear that you're enjoying your experience living in our building! Thank you for taking the time to share your positive feedback. Our team takes great pride in providing exceptional service and creating a welcoming environment for all residents. If there's anything else we can do to enhance your living experience, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to ensure your time with us continues to be enjoyable. Thank you for choosing to call our building home!
I have loved my stay here, 5 stars all around!
Thank you so much for your kind words and the 5-star rating! We're thrilled to hear that you've enjoyed your stay with us. If there's anything else we can do to make your experience even better, please don't hesitate to let us know. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back again soon!
The staff at the building are great! Really creates a welcoming and happy atmosphere, been living here for two years already and love it! Special mention to Aoife and Robbie for running a smooth operation!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you've had such a positive experience living here for the past two years. Creating a welcoming and happy atmosphere is always our goal, and we're delighted that our staff, including Aoife and Robbie, have contributed to that atmosphere. We appreciate your recognition of their efforts in running a smooth operation. If there's anything else we can do to enhance your experience further, please don't hesitate to let us know. We're here to ensure your continued satisfaction and comfort in your home. Thank you for choosing to be a part of our community
This place is not just unsafe, but dangerous. The staff will come into your room without notice and sometimes in the very early morning even though your are sleeping. The worst case for me was when I was sleeping at around 9am, I didn’t hear anyone knocked my door but suddenly my room was accessed by a staff with they powerful common key, even though I locked the safety lock. I was frightened to be woken up but the staff even know you were sleeping, he didn’t close the door but just asked me an idiot question which was regarding another tenant. Also, the whole property is always under construction so if you want to have a place for study, here’s not your option. The property management will also give the common key to construction workers so that the workers can get into your room anytime. None of the property staff will accompany them. Worst student accommodation I’ve ever lived but due to the housing shortage in Edinburgh, I have no choice.
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Worst experience ever! I pay 325 per week and this place sucks. The room and space are really small. Stuff come to your room without any notice. Hot water and wifi broke for multiple times. For the worst part, this place is a new apartment, however, for the 10 months i lived in here, 5 months are in construction. Constant drilling, giant noise all day just drive me crazy.
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I’ve really liked living at Silk Mill, the amenities are great, there’s a wonderful amount of social spaces and the team is always ready to help!
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review. We are always thrilled to hear of any resident enjoying their stay! If there is anything additional we can do to maximize your time at Silk Mill, please do not hesitate to drop us a line at silkmill@novelstudent.com or visit us at reception. We always love to hear from you!
We pay way too much for what we get. When moving in everything always dirty and the cleaning is really bad. The breakfast bar should also be much better as promised
Hi there, Thank you for leaving a review. We are disappointed to hear of any experiences that have been anything less than exceptional and would like to reassure you that we take any and all feedback very seriously to ensure complete resident satisfaction. We’d love the opportunity to work with you to make this right, and ask that you please reach out to us directly at silkmill@novelstudent.com or alternatively, if you are in the property, please visit reception to speak to a member of the Novel Student team. Sincerely, The Silk Mill Team
Management is excellent to the tenants and the staff this year. I am thoroughly impressed by their support in accommodating for all my needs and keeping check of my welfare when I was in physical pain. The community here does care for each other.
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review. We are always thrilled to hear of any resident enjoying their stay! If there is anything additional we can do to maximize your time at Silk Mill, please do not hesitate to drop us a line at silkmill@novelstudent.com or visit us at reception. We always love to hear from you!
The accommodation is nice but the management could get better. They need to improve the cleaning services.
Hi there, Thank you for leaving a review. We are disappointed to hear of any experiences that have been anything less than exceptional and would like to reassure you that we take any and all feedback very seriously to ensure complete resident satisfaction. We’d love the opportunity to work with you to make this right, and ask that you please reach out to us directly at silkmill@novelstudent.com or alternatively, if you are in the property, please visit reception to speak to a member of the Novel Student team. Sincerely, The Silk Mill Team
Hermione Morris is great as is leasing manager Manon Sluysmans aswell as Andy Cooper. However everything else is to be desired.
Hi there, Thank you for leaving a review. We are disappointed to hear of any experiences that have been anything less than exceptional and would like to reassure you that we take any and all feedback very seriously to ensure complete resident satisfaction. We’d love the opportunity to work with you to make this right, and ask that you please reach out to us directly at silkmill@novelstudent.com or alternatively, if you are in the property, please visit reception to speak to a member of the Novel Student team. Sincerely, The Silk Mill Team
I strongly advise against anyone who wants to have a decent university experience staying here. Your personal safety is not guaranteed; in the three months I have lived here, I have already witnessed a number of break-ins. The security is obviously a joke. Additionally, the management staff is pretty careless; don't entrust them with any crucial letters or shipments. Even if they signed the receipt, they will still deny receiving it and refuse to accept responsibility for it or assist the residents in solving the problems they caused. Messy common areas with poor soundproofing are also an issue, but I will not be concerned.
Hi there, Thank you for leaving a review. We are disappointed to hear of any experiences that have been anything less than exceptional and would like to reassure you that we take any and all feedback very seriously to ensure complete resident satisfaction. We’d love the opportunity to work with you to make this right, and ask that you please reach out to us directly at silkmill@novelstudent.com or alternatively, if you are in the property, please visit reception to speak to a member of the Novel Student team. Sincerely, The Silk Mill Team
Not only the accommodation itself is incredible, but also the atmosphere and the community feel that the staff are passionately creating. Regular treats (such as doughnuts and smoothies from Hula!), parties (Oktoberfest, Halloween) and activities (yoga in the on-site gym) are regular occurrences here which, when you come to think of it, is mind-blowing! Silk Mill is truly more than just a student accommodation. It is a place to relax, study and socialize with incredible like-minded people! - Ekaterina
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review. We are always thrilled to hear of any resident enjoying their stay! If there is anything additional we can do to maximize your time at Silk Mill, please do not hesitate to drop us a line at silkmill@novelstudent.com or visit us at reception. We always love to hear from you!
Silk Mill is a really nice place, there is a nearby bus stop and everything you beed is close to Silk Mill. The staff are amazing, events are so much fun, and the private studio is spectacular!
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review. We are always thrilled to hear of any resident enjoying their stay! If there is anything additional we can do to maximize your time at Silk Mill, please do not hesitate to drop us a line at silkmill@novelstudent.com or visit us at reception. We always love to hear from you!
Silkmill has given me the opportunity to call this my second home. I’m from South Africa (which is really far away) so you know that I would’ve been extremely homesick. Although this was not the case because Silkmill has extremely friendly staff, exciting events that bring the students together, fantastic amenities (especially the gym) and incredible study spaces (insert heart eyes emoji)!! I have rebooked Silkmill for my next academic year and I did not make any second thoughts about my decision. -Luallan
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review. We are always thrilled to hear of any resident enjoying their stay! If there is anything additional we can do to maximize your time at Silk Mill, please do not hesitate to drop us a line at silkmill@novelstudent.com or visit us at reception. We always love to hear from you!
This is a great place to live whilst studying in Edinburgh. Has great amenities which can be used 24/7 - even a gym! As I'm at Napier it didn't take me too long to get to classes either which I found super useful. 100% would recommend!
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review. We are always thrilled to hear of any resident enjoying their stay! If there is anything additional we can do to maximize your time at Silk Mill, please do not hesitate to drop us a line at silkmill@novelstudent.com or visit us at reception. We always love to hear from you!
An amazing venue for social students who like to study in luxury and make the most of their time together!
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review. We are always thrilled to hear of any resident enjoying their stay! If there is anything additional we can do to maximize your time at Silk Mill, please do not hesitate to drop us a line at silkmill@novelstudent.com or visit us at reception. We always love to hear from you!
The place is lovely and organises a ton of events every month which are free for the residents and the staff is also very helpful.
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review. We are always thrilled to hear of any resident enjoying their stay! If there is anything additional we can do to maximize your time at Silk Mill, please do not hesitate to drop us a line at silkmill@novelstudent.com or visit us at reception. We always love to hear from you!