Best Student Accommodation, Edinburgh

Around 56,000 students live in Edinburgh and there are 86 halls spread between 3 universities.

Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland and is full of culture, as well as being home to some of the most beautiful architecture and scenic countryside. It is the perfect place for any history and art lovers as it is home to a range of historic buildings including the famous Edinburgh Castle. It also boasts some of Scotland’s most important national galleries. The city is full of culture and hosts 12 diverse festivals throughout the year, including the 25-day-long Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the world’s largest art festival. There are several bars and clubs around the city, and you can always find cheap student nights. If you are looking to party over New Year’s, you do not want to miss out on Hogmanay, a Scottish celebration of New Year over 3 days!

The average cost of student accommodation in Edinburgh is around 31% more expensive than the national average (we've tracked costs for private and uni halls over the last 12 months) and cost of living in Edinburgh is around 13% cheaper than London (Numbeo).

Learn about all the student halls and accommodation in Edinburgh by browsing through our list below.

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