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Edinburgh College Residences Reviews

10 Reviews by Students

3.09 / 5
3.09 / 5
3.7 mi from nearest campus View map
  • 1 hour 13 mins
  • 19 mins
  • 36 mins
3.7 mi from nearest campus View map
  • 1 hour 13 mins
  • 19 mins
  • 36 mins

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Most helpful review

Amazing staff, really helpful and will sort out any issue with ease! Also have a great common area with a TV, plenty of couches, a foosball table and a ping pong table! There are plenty of places to get food nearby including morrisons and a lidl. there are also 4 bus stops 5 seconds away all of which can take you into town!

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By Mackenzie Duncan
On 22nd November 22
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Most helpful review

Amazing staff, really helpful and will sort out any issue with ease! Also have a great common area with a TV, plenty of couches, a foosball table and a ping pong table! There are plenty of places to get food nearby including morrisons and a lidl. there are also 4 bus stops 5 seconds away all of which can take you into town!

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By Mackenzie Duncan
On 22nd November 22
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Can you be 17 years od and stay in the college residence?
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All the Answers You Need About Student Accommodation

What tenancy length do I need?

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Should I stay in catered student accommodation?

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A guarantor is a person who signs a contract to agree to pay your rent if you are unable to. Most university accommodation requires a guarantor, and this applies to both domestic and international students.

Will I need to pay a deposit on student accommodation?

Most likely, yes, you’ll need to pay a deposit. This will be refunded at the end of your stay as long as there is no damage to the room or property.

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Read Edinburgh College Residences Reviews


Student Review: 1.7 /5
By member8114508 On 9th September 24 verified Verified student

I’ve never written a review before, let alone a negative one, but i’ve compelled to do so. I’ve never felt so unsafe in my life as I have in this place. I’ve had £30 worth of food stolen from me and had intruders into our flat, and the staff have acted like it’s completely our fault, being patronising and demeaning towards us while also refusing to help. The rooms are stained, worn and somethings are just broken. I am just waiting for the day my contract is up so I can leave. I cannot stress strongly enough how unsafe i feel here, and I would strongly encourage no one to stay here, especially not the girlies.

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Student Review: 5 /5
By Mackenzie Duncan On 22nd November 22 verified Verified student

Amazing staff, really helpful and will sort out any issue with ease! Also have a great common area with a TV, plenty of couches, a foosball table and a ping pong table! There are plenty of places to get food nearby including morrisons and a lidl. there are also 4 bus stops 5 seconds away all of which can take you into town!

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member573521 On 22nd November 22 verified Verified student

It's the perfect place and environment to study. The treatment is excellent, and the management is fantastic. I had a wonderful time, and all was sorted on time.

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Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member1373520 On 22nd November 22 verified Verified student

A really good place to stay with nice friendly people and good management. Any issues you have are looked at promptly and solved as soon as possible. Hugo is always ready to help. Would definitely recommend staying here!

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Student Review: 3.7 /5
By member771828 On 27th September 22 verified Verified student

Comfortable living space and right beside Morrison's and PureGym. The accommodation manager is very welcoming and attentive to any issues. Regular and nearby bus routes into the city centre.

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Student Review: 3.4 /5
By member771826 On 27th September 22 verified Verified student

A great place to stay, the flats are spacious and up to date. Great location within walking distance of the beach, many supermarkets and easy to bus into the centre. Would recommend

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Student Review: 4 /5
By member666719 On 27th February 22 verified Verified student

I had a wonderful time here. A great location near the beach with availability of walking distance supermarkets. Easy to access various destinations including the city centre by bus and includes a convenient amount of facilitations.

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Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member961909 On 24th August 21 verified Verified student

The lady at the front desk is super helpful and extremely kind. I had a great year here!

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Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member1261905 On 24th August 21 verified Verified student

The location is great, close to numerous supermarkets, a dentist, the college campus, beach and a doctors surgery. Our accommodation manager is amazing, so lovely and welcoming.

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Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member661904 On 24th August 21 verified Verified student

Had a wonderful time. Kind accommodation manager that deserves more respect with the cutest dogs. Friendly place to stay and felt very welcome. Made my year!

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