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Potterrow, Edinburgh

18 Potterrow, Edinburgh, EH8 9BL

Overview and location

Stylish student living next to the University of Edinburgh

Located directly opposite the University of Edinburgh, Potterrow offers a boutique student accommodation experience in the heart of the city. With modern en suite studios and shared apartments, you’re surrounded by everything Edinburgh has to offerโ€”restaurants, cafรฉs, bars, shops, and stunning city views.

Live just a short walk from Edinburgh College of Art, and enjoy easy access by bus to Edinburgh Napier University and Heriot-Watt University. When itโ€™s time to explore, you’re minutes away from Edinburgh Waverley Station, the Royal Mile, and Princes Street. During festival season, youโ€™ll be right at the centre of the action!

Location highlights

Potterrow is perfectly placed for university life and city exploration:

  • University of Edinburgh โ€“ 2 minutes walk
  • Edinburgh College of Art โ€“ 12 minutes walk
  • Edinburgh Napier University โ€“ 17 minutes by bus
  • Heriot-Watt University โ€“ 49 minutes by bus
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station โ€“ 8 minutes walk

Room types

Whether you want your own private space or prefer a shared living setup, Potterrow has a range of stylish studios and shared apartments to suit your lifestyle:

  • Studios: En suite shower room, private mini-kitchen, spacious work area, and under-bed storage
  • Shared apartments: Private bedroom with small double bed, shared kitchen and living area with dishwasher, and shared high-spec bathrooms with showers and bathtubs

Potterrow’s studios feature unique Bespoke En Suite Pods, available only at this location. Top-floor studios also offer incredible views of the university from the private dining area.

Whatโ€™s included

Enjoy a boutique-style student experience with excellent facilities:

  • All bills included*
  • High-speed Wi-Fi and broadband
  • Private dining room with university views
  • On-site gym
  • Study rooms
  • Games room and lounge
  • Cycle storage
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Vending machines
  • CCTV and secure access
  • On-site residentsโ€™ team
  • Regular residentsโ€™ events

*Includes hot water, electricity, contents insurance, and Wi-Fi.

Potterrow offers high-end student accommodation in one of the most iconic and inspiring cities in the UKโ€”just steps away from the University of Edinburgh.

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Luke 15 January 2021
The building is safe and management are lovely and welcoming. They are always happy to help.
Jose Romo 7 March 2017
I booked my accommodation at Potterrow for my one-year MSc at the University of Edinburgh and it has been the best decision. I live super close to George Square campus (central campus) so I can go to Uni or come back to eat dinner in only a few minutes! no one lives closer to the central campus than the students at Potterrow! Also, the place is all new (including the furniture) and at everything is fixed immediately in case something happens! I also like that the admin team of Potterrow is always super friendly and warm! Definitively is a great choice!
Emily 6 March 2017
Amazing! I would 100% recommend this accommodation to any student. You literally cannot get a better location for studying at Edinburgh University. The rooms are spacious, the bathrooms are lovely, the kitchen is great and the staff are so kind and helpful. Any issues will be resolved asap as long as you report them. Every friend who came to visit complimented it - I can't think of a better place to live in town. There are shops and restaurants near by and it is a central and safe area. The bins outside didn't bother me at all - like in the other review - and if you feel like you cant study here (don't know why that would be) the library is literally on the campus across the road so no issues. The staff are so kind and try their best to match people into flats at the time of booking. You can make requests e.g. first years, by sex etc but obviously this cant be 100% guaranteed. If there are problems they are happy to help and will move you in to a flat you feel more comfortable in. Would not hesitate to recommend Potterrow, I am so glad this is where I chose to live! Best accommodation in Edinburgh!
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