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Straits Meadow was the ideal place to spend my Masters year. Rachel et al. at reception are incredibly welcoming reception staff, and the building itself is of a fine standard. The number 5 runs from the accommodation doorstep to the UoE main campus (Bristo Sq, Appleton Tower, George Sq, etc.) at the exact perfect time for the start of UoE lectures, arriving at XX:05 for a XX:10 start. If you're under 22 you can get free bus travel in Scotland which means quick and easy access to campus while buying an extra half hour in bed. Believe me this is vital across the academic year. I believe there is a similar bus for students at Heriott-Watt as well. The location, although initially seeming out the way, is very well connected with all the shops and 24hr McDonalds a University student may need on the doorstep (the Nepalese across the road is by far the best curryhouse I came across in Edinburgh too...)
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Most helpful review
Straits Meadow was the ideal place to spend my Masters year. Rachel et al. at reception are incredibly welcoming reception staff, and the building itself is of a fine standard. The number 5 runs from the accommodation doorstep to the UoE main campus (Bristo Sq, Appleton Tower, George Sq, etc.) at the exact perfect time for the start of UoE lectures, arriving at XX:05 for a XX:10 start. If you're under 22 you can get free bus travel in Scotland which means quick and easy access to campus while buying an extra half hour in bed. Believe me this is vital across the academic year. I believe there is a similar bus for students at Heriott-Watt as well. The location, although initially seeming out the way, is very well connected with all the shops and 24hr McDonalds a University student may need on the doorstep (the Nepalese across the road is by far the best curryhouse I came across in Edinburgh too...)
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Straits Meadow Information
| Telephone | 0343 253 9119 |
| Postcode | EH7 6AA |
| Price from | £214.00 per week for 25/26 (subject to availability) |
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Room Types
Single Studios Premium Plus Studio
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Single Rooms - Classic Ensuite
Single Studios Premium Plus Studio
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Amenities
This property offers an outdoor area, bike storage, common room, vending machine, CCTV, fob entry system, laundry room, games room, all utility bills included, table football, communal TV, WiFi & on-site maintenance. Discover more!
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- Common Room
- Library or Study Area
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- Wheelchair Access
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- Aircon
- Common Room
- Communal Kitchen
- Vending Machines
Internet Access
- WiFi
Laundry
- Free Communal Laundry
People/Staff
- Courtesy Officer (24-hour Patrol)
- Maintenance Team (Daytime Only)
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- Entertainment Room
- Outdoor Area
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- CCTV / Surveillance Cameras
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- Cleaning Service
- Contents Insurance
- Recycling
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- No Smoking
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- Bike Storage
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Straits Meadow is a 10-minute walk from central Edinburgh & is within easy reach of historical & cultural attractions, green spaces, nightlife hotspots, shops, transport links, shopping centres, a gym, cafes, museums, bars, restaurants & cinemas.
University of Edinburgh
Central Area Campus, George Square34 mins12 mins24 mins2.2 mi
Holyrood Campus23 mins10 mins24 mins2.2 mi
Central and Kings Buildings34 mins12 mins24 mins2.2 mi
Straits Meadow Biography
Located in Edinburgh, Straits Meadow offers students the perfect home away from home. You have easy access to numerous universities such as the University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh College of Art and Queen Margaret University. If you are looking to get out and about you can take a five-minute walk to Holyrood Park and a ten-minute walk to central Edinburgh.
You have all the amenities you need to make your student life as comfortable as possible. There is a common room with a communal TV, a pool table and table football in the games room for you and your friends to enjoy or you can bask in the sun in the outdoor area. When needing to concentrate on your studies you can make use of the WiFi. For added convenience, there are also handy laundry facilities, bike storage, a vending machine, on-site maintenance, CCTV and a fob entry system.
At Straits Meadow, you have a range of modernly designed ensuite rooms and studios to choose from. Each room has its own private bathroom, study area, comfortable bed, wardrobe and storage space. If you choose to stay in an ensuite room you will have access to a large communal kitchen, alternatively, if you prefer to have some more privacy you can opt to stay in a studio, where you will have your very own kitchen.
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All the Answers You Need About Student Accommodation
What tenancy length do I need?
Some students choose to stay during the academic year, whilst others – particularly international students – require a tenancy that covers the entire year. You can also find student accommodation that is available for one or two terms, classified as a “short stay” on our search filters.
Should I stay in catered student accommodation?
This is totally up to you! Catered accommodation means you will be served meals at set times in a dining hall, and you’ll likely have access to fewer kitchen facilities than if you were to stay in self-catered accommodation.
What is a guarantor and do I need one?
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.
What bills will my rent include?
If you are staying in university-run accommodation or private halls, your rent should include any utilities such as electricity, gas, water, and internet. Students are not required to pay council tax, however you may need to fill in an exemption form so make sure you check with your local council.
What is purpose-built student accommodation?
Purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) are residential buildings designed for students. They are often located close to campus, boast modern facilities, include all bills, and often have staff on site to assist residents.
Will my student accommodation be furnished?
Student accommodation is typically fully furnished. Your room should include at least a bed, clothes storage, desk and chair. You’ll likely need to bring things such as bedding and kitchen utensils, but we have a full list here of everything you’ll need.
Read Straits Meadow Reviews
Straits Meadow was the ideal place to spend my Masters year. Rachel et al. at reception are incredibly welcoming reception staff, and the building itself is of a fine standard. The number 5 runs from the accommodation doorstep to the UoE main campus (Bristo Sq, Appleton Tower, George Sq, etc.) at the exact perfect time for the start of UoE lectures, arriving at XX:05 for a XX:10 start. If you're under 22 you can get free bus travel in Scotland which means quick and easy access to campus while buying an extra half hour in bed. Believe me this is vital across the academic year. I believe there is a similar bus for students at Heriott-Watt as well. The location, although initially seeming out the way, is very well connected with all the shops and 24hr McDonalds a University student may need on the doorstep (the Nepalese across the road is by far the best curryhouse I came across in Edinburgh too...)
Hello, Thank you for leaving such a helpful review- it's reat to hear the thoughts of our residents and their experiences living here with us at Straits Meadow. The bus routes are absolutely fantastic here and you are quite right the local restaurants are also great! Kind Regards, Rachel General Manager
It is a quite and tidy place and I have a really happy experience of living.
Hello, Dave, our wonderful housekeeper and Paul, our excellent Maintenance operative, work really hard to keep on top of everything here and make sure the building is kept clean and presentable. We are so glad that you are having a really good time here. Kind Regards, Rachel General Manager
Very excellent living experience. I love the window
Hello, We do have some spectacular views especially from our top floors- right out to the sea or Arthur's Seat! On a nice sunny day the common room on the top floor is a beautiful space to study or chill out with friends. Kind Regards, Rachel General Manager
very excellent live experience！
Hello, We are really happy to hear you've had an excellent time here with us at Straits Meadow. We really do try to make sure our residents feel at home here in any way that we can. Kind Regards, Rachel General Manager
Excellent! I am really happy living here!
Hello, Thank you for letting us know- we are so glad to hear that you are enjoying living here at Straits Meadow! Kind Regards, Rachel General Manager
Good overall, but could improve in activities that help us make friends.
Thank you very much for your feedback- it's great to help us improve! We are always looking for our residents thoughts on what events we should be holding so please do let us know through KLIQ or come and see us at reception :) Kind Regards, Rachel General Manager
I’m happy to be here. Especially it is in quiet and calm area, but not far from the center which makes you feel botu engaged in the city and feel safe.
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review- we really apprciate it! We think our location is great, it is not too far from the hustle and bustle of the city centre but far enough that it is quite qiuet. There are a lot of lovely green areas around us, most impressively Holyrood park just on our doorstep! Kind Regards, Rachel General Manager
nice place and great location. very close to bus stop and big shopping centre (easy to go grocery shopping)
Hello, Thank you for leaving us a review. We quite agree, the location of our building is very handy for everything you might need from local transport links to shops and greenspaces for a lovely walk! Kind Regards, Rachel General Manager
Great time here，nice staff and great room！highly recommend！
Hello, Thanks for giving us your feedback- it's great to hear that you are enjouying your time with us here and that you would recommend us to your firends! Kind Regards, Rachel General Manager
I like the arrangement of studio, cozy and has everything i need. Feels secure to live here, especially with friendly and helpful staff. perfect location, right next to 24 hrs McDonald's, and lots of supermarkets are in walking distance. Highly recommended.
Hello, Thank you for leaving such a helpful and infomative review. We really appreciate your feedback and couldn't agree more, our location is ideal for everything you might need from a late night snack to beautiful green spaces. Kind Regards, Rachel General Manager
Ultimately a very pleasant experience, made possible by the wonderfully supportive staff 💕 Happy to have spent my final year at university here 💕
Hello, Thank you for leaving us such a lovely review- it is great to hear that we have made a positive impact on your last year of studies! We wish you all the best for your future :) Kind Regards, Rachel General Manager
Great, very engaged staff, Rhys in particular is great.
Hello, Thank you for leaving us your feedback. We are glad you have such lovely things to say about our team in particular. We work really hard to make sure our residents feel at home here and it is great to hear that this is the case! Kind Regards, Rachel Property Manager
My staying is good. The temperature is quite hight in the share room in the ground floor. My room is perfect, maybe I would have preferred a “real” mattress instead of a water one. The shared kitchen is fine, it has everything that you need. Everything else is perfect. Management really nice
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, it really helps us make sure we are providing all that we need to for our residents. Our common room temperature is controlled by the residents who use it and we agree it does get rather warm in there! It can be controlled and turned down whenever you feel it necessary though. We actually don't supply water mattresses but instead use standard mattresses. Our shared flat kitchens are a big size and have plenty of cupboard space for all five residents who share it. Kind Regards, Rachel Property Manager
Really nice location. The staff is really helpful and supportive. The room ate really nice
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We really appreciate your feedback and love to hear you enjoyed your time here at Straits Meadow. Kind Regards, Rachel Property Manager
Great experience. Team is lovely and nice to have a chat with. Close to multiple big supermarkets and has frequent busses to get into the city and to uni. Rooms are very modern and comfortable. Can be a trek to get to Kings Campus but other than that a 10/10 experience.
Hello, Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review- we really appreciate your feedback! It is great that we have Medobank retial par on our doorstep with loads of convenient shops like aldi, home bargains, sainsbury's and even a costa coffee! The team are always willing to have a quick catch up as you pass through reception. Kind Regards, Rachel Property Manager
My stay at Straits Meadow has been remarkable so far. Despite its location being a bit farther away from the main city center of Edinburgh, there is everything you need nearby and many bus links to different parts of the city. I also enjoy how close Arthur’s seat is from the accommodation as it makes for nice walks (you can even get a nice view of it if you are located on the upper floors). The social spaces are always clean and comfortable, with regular and fun events held throughout the semesters. The property team is always there to listen, help and overall very supportive through any issue encountered. I would only have nice things to say about Rhys and Rachel. Finally, Meadowbank stadium being located on the other side of the road is also a big plus for anyone looking to get easy access to sport / gym facilities. I would recommend anyone to stay there for their studies at Edinburgh. — Léa
Hello Léa, Thank you so much for leaving such a lovely and helpful review. We are so glad to hear your positive feedback about your stay with us here at Straits Meadow. We completely agree- we love having Arthur's Seat on our doorstep and the retail park just up the road too! Kind Regards, Rachel Property Manager
Very quiet and convenient living experience facilitating by several grocery stores and a bus station nearby. The staffs are always ready to help me collect my parcels. Would recommend!
Hello, thank you for this lovely review! We are glad to hear that you would recommend staying here and will continue to help you with your parcels! Kind Regards, Rachel Property Manager
Straits Meadow is a great place to stay as a student. The rooms are very pretty and the staff here are very kind and helpful individuals. They will always take your concerns seriously and provide helpful solutions to the problem. The distance between Straits Meadow and the University of Edinburgh’s Main Campus takes around 20-25 mins on the bus. It is also within walking distance as well and will take roughly the same amount of time as the bus. Some people may find it a little far away, but I personally think having a little distance between the accommodation and campus makes your student life more enjoyable and can help to separate your private life and your academic life. There are a reasonable amount of bus links nearby to go anywhere in Edinburgh as well so I am rarely worried about travelling here. In the year I have stayed here, I have made many friends and fantastic memories. I definitely do not regret staying here!
Hello, Thank you for leaving us such a thorough review. We are glad to hear that you have made some lovely memories and friends in your time here. We quite agree, the walk from Straits Meadow into town is a lovely one through Holyrood Park and the old town and can be the perfect time for some self reflection or catching up with your favourite podcast or even just enjoying the views and taking in your surroundings. It is lovely to hear you mention how kind and helpful our team are- we always try to put our residents needs first! Kind Regards, Rachel Property Manager
Really good student accommodation. Location very good with supermarkets near by. Reception staff Rhys and Rachel are amazing and are always willing to help with anything that they can. Very good communication sources about events/fire alarms/important things we students should know. The building is always looking clean. Best of all it makes me feel safe!
Hello, This is such a great review, thank you so much! We are so glad to hear that you are safe and happy living here and always happy to help :) Kind Regards, Rachel Property Manager
in the straits meadow I have plenty of memorable experience and I am so thankful to have these experience. The people here are nice and kind. Love them so much
Hello, This is such a lovely review and we are so glad to hear that you are making wonderful memories here. We will have plenty more events throughout the year for you to make many more memories. Kind Regards, Rachel Wimberley Property Manager
It’s a nice place to live! It’s pretty near to Sainsbury’s, so it is convenient.
Hello, Thank you for leaving us this review! We are glad you enjoy living here and quite agree the Sainsburys just up the road is super handy. Kind Regards, Rachel Wimberley Property Manager
The facilities of the studio are very complete and the heating is very warm. I am very satisfied with this. There is a bus stop at the door, making traveling very convenient.
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we really appreciate it! We are glad that you find your studio to be comfortable and have everything you need including being nice and warm. The bus links here are super convenient with most taking you into the town centre quickly. Kind Rgards, Rachel Wimberley Property Manager
Perfect living experience，close to the bus station and shops， the environment around there is safely and quite.
Hello, Thank you for leaving us a review, we really appreciate it! We are glad to hear you are enjoying living here and find it convenient with bus routes and shops close by. Kind Regards, Rachel Property Manager
A warm and kind experience! Amazing staff, extremely lovely and always helpful.
Hello, Thank you for leaving us a review and saying such positive things, we are so glad to hear it! Kind Regards, Rachel Wimberley Property Manager
I had a great experience staying at Straits Meadow. It's just 15 mins away from the city center with very good connectivity. The location of the accomodation is pretty amazing. It is very close to Portobello Beach and Arthur's Seat and also has McDonald's right next to it which is open 24/7. The property staff is very friendly and helpful who oragnise a lot of events for us to socialise (my favourite being the painting sessions). Would definitely recommend you to book your stay here.
Hello, We are really glad you enjoyed your time here and hope you share your art work! Thank you for your review. Kind Regards, Rachel Wimberley Property Manager
Extremely rewarding year spent at Straits Meadow. Great location for students as it is far from the hustle bustle and noise of the city center, it helps you to focus on self studying. Great links to bus stops (walking distance) to reach the Uni. (Although can be a bit far from the King's Campus) 10-15 minutes bus ride to Portobello beach, which allowed us to have random bonfire nights. Also, walking distance to Arthur's seat, great area to jog/cycle around. Situated right next to McDonald's, very convenient to fulfill late night (or literally anytime) hunger cravings. Very friendly staff at the property, helps with any issue. Study space and common room are very comfortable. They also organize various events, grab and go breakfast, mental health days where you can draw and paint on the canvas provided. I've found an amazing bunch of friends too! It is a relatively new property, built a couple of years ago, so no maintenance issues as such. Totally recommend to future students!!
Hello, Thank you very much for such a lovely and well rounded informative review. We are really glad to hear you have enjoyed living here with us. Kind Regards, Rachel Wimberley Property Manager
A very good living experience, staff are really helpful and nice. There are social activities and snacks occasionally in the reception or common room. Parcels are collected in an efficient way. I really enjoy living here.
Hello, Thank you for leaving us a review- it's great to hear your feedback and lovely that it is so positive. Kind Regards, Rachel Wimberley Property Manager
The management team is great, they’ll make you feel right at home; they are really very helpful throughout your entire tenancy. I would totally recommend this property to anyone
Hello, This is such a lovely review- thank you! We are so glad to hear that you have enjoyed your time with us! Kind Regards, Rachel Wimberley Property Manager
I really had a good time living in Straits Meadow. Although it a little far from Campus GS, it near the bus stop. The price also offset its distance defect. The staffs are all friendly.
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we really appreciate your feedback and are glad that you enjoyed your time here with us. Kind Regards, Rachel Wimberley, Property Manager
it is a little bit far away from the school
Hello, Thak you for your review and your feedback. We are located a little outside of town but we have excellent bus links right into the city centre. Kind Regards, Rachel Wimberley Property Manager
The building is impeccably maintained, with clean common areas, hallways, and other shared spaces. The kitchen is shared with only four other flatmates, which contrasts most university accommodations where 7-9 people typically share a kitchen. Throughout the year, numerous events take place, including a visit from Santa Claus during Christmas, Easter Egg activities, Ramadan celebrations, and various giveaways like books. Additionally, monthly free breakfasts and complimentary fruits are provided for the residents. Overall, the living experience here is both comfortable and engaging.
Hello, Thank you for such a lovely review! Dave our wonderful housekeeper works hard to make sure the builing is clean and well presented and our property team, Rachel and Rhys enjoy organising and running the events for our residents. Kind Regards, Rachel Property Manager
A great place to stay, staff are friendly and help you out with a range of issues. Good transport to the city centre as well within walking distance, there is a retail park with a food shop as well as a range of other shops. well recommended
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so glad you enjoy staying here and have shared your experience for others. Kind Regards, Rachel Property Manager
Straits Meadow is a great place to stay! My studio is quite roomy. It’s also very pleasant and convenient to live here because there are a large shopping center ( Sainsbury’s, M&S outlet etc.) and several bus stops nearby.
Hello, Thank you for leaving us a review. We really appreciate you sharing your views or others to see and are glad you enjoy living here with us. Kind Regards, Rachel Property Manager
A lovely place to stay. All the staff are very helpful and friendly. Had a wonderful time here and would definitely rebook again.
Thank you to all the friendly staff - Bex, Rhys, Colin and David. It was such a pleasure to stay at Straits Meadow and finish up my thesis :) Love, Fatma
So, I started my stay in september 2021, i booked the classic ensuite, and honeatly speaking, i was quite worried at first, since i arrived, i received so much support from the Team itself and specially talking about Rhys and Rebecca, rhet are the best. For Accommodation Feedback: The rooms are really good, well-built, great space even for the class ensuite. The washrooms are the best. Kitchens are amazing, so big with a lot of space for storage. The best thing is that, its quite near to Meadowbank Market where Kfc, Mcdoalds, Sainsbury, Poundland , MnS and Tk Max are just 5 mins walk. For Team Feedback: Amazing team (Especially Rebecca and Rhys as I have been in contact with them the most, always ready to help and always supported). Thank you so much!! Student of Room 509-C
Thank you so much for such a wonderful review! It's so nice to hear that you feel supported in your stay with us, and we definitely agree - the shared flats are very spacious and really well thought out, making use of all the space for storage. We're really happy you chose to stay with us and that you appreciate the location too. Bex Property Manager
Perfect :) very accommodating staff and good facilities
Perfect! High praise but we'll take it :) Thank you for taking the time to review, and we're so glad you've settled in well. Bex Property Manager
The management is pretty good and the room is also perfect, all things are prefect and I enjoy living there.
Thanks for taking the time to give us a review! Sounds like you are really enjoying your accommodation, and that makes us happy :) Bex Property Manager
While it's a little farther from the university buildings and other amenities, the place has an amazing accommodation team who are friendly and very helpful. Unfortunately there's been constant construction going on on the building so it can get really noisy but hopefully that'll go away when construction is over.
Thank you so much for your review! We're glad to hear you find our team helpful and friendly - we're always available for a chat and love to catch up with our students. Our building is looking wonderful now that the work is completed. It has been noisy at points but the end result is worth it! We are now looking forward to the completion of the second phase of our building just next door, and can't wait to meet the new residents who will benefit from it. We appreciate your good nature and patience! Bex Property Manager
The experience has been good so far, but it's a little farther away from my university which has been a problem.
Thank you for taking the time to review! I'm glad you're having a good experience so far. In terms of location, we are on a major bus route between Heriot-Watt and Queen Margaret Uni, which is pretty much door to door. If you attend another university, we are always happy to work with you to discover the easiest route. The public transport is a wonderful option, and we can show you some tools to make things easier. Pop along to reception and we can give you a hand! Thanks again, Bex Property Manager
I think this is a good place to live at, but it is quite a trek from the universities
Thank you for your review! We're pleased that you're enjoying living with us. In terms of travel to uni, we are always happy to help with planning routes and recommending ways to help your commute feel a little easier. If you want to come along to reception and have a chat, we can help with information and local knowledge! Bex Property Manager
Love my home! There initially were some hiccups but the management handled it so well! Very happy with the accomodation!
How nice it is to hear the word 'home'! It's good to know that you have settled in well, and that you feel the team supported you during those initial bumps in the road... we try very hard to minimise any sort of disruption so I'm glad to hear we've helped. Bex Property Manager
Great place to live, in a quiet area and walking distance for the center if u enjoy long walks. Nice rooms with quite a lot of space and storage. Friendly property team and overall would highly recommend!
Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We do have some really lovely spaces around the property for walks, so I'm glad you're getting to know the area. It's so good to hear that you find your room comfortable - it really is surprising just how much storage there is! Your kind words about the team are very much appreciated too. Bex Property Manager
The staff were great from the beginning and very accommodating, always trying to help and resolve any issues quickly and efficiently
It's so nice to hear that you have had a great experience with our team. We have a great property and some wonderful students, so we are always keen to work on ways to make things even better. Bex Property Manager
Good for students living I like the location best for many near shopping malls
Thank you for your review - we're happy to hear that you are enjoying your time with us, and getting out into the local area. The nearby shops are so handy! Bex Property Manager
It’s a lovely accommodation and I love the flatmates. The people at the accommodation are very helpful.
Thank you so much for your kind words about your accommodation and our team on site. Most importantly, I'm so happy to hear that you are building some great relationships with your flatmates! Bex Property Manager