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Excellent experience living here. The overall building is situated in a very quiet, clean and beautiful place. And it is vey close to school (around 13 mins of walking). Their staff are also ver warm.

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By member4120096
On 16th October 24
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Most helpful review

Excellent experience living here. The overall building is situated in a very quiet, clean and beautiful place. And it is vey close to school (around 13 mins of walking). Their staff are also ver warm.

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By member4120096
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The Keel Houses is definitely the best choice for me. The entire apartment is not that big but warm and cozy enough. The staff here are so warm and thoughtful. My room is also enjoying a beautiful view of the city.
By member8118504 On 9th October 24
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Student Review: 5 /5
By member4120096 On 16th October 24 verified Verified student

Excellent experience living here. The overall building is situated in a very quiet, clean and beautiful place. And it is vey close to school (around 13 mins of walking). Their staff are also ver warm.

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Student Review: 4.1 /5
By member7118868 On 10th October 24 verified Verified student

Overall very happy after my first month and a bit at the keel houses, staff are very friendly and accommodating and the location is excellent for my Uni travel. Wired Wi-Fi is excellent however wireless is temperamental. Not the most active social space, which is fine for me as a MA student but may not be the best fit for some.

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Student Review: 4 /5
By member4118489 On 9th October 24 verified Verified student

My stay at this accommodation has generally been a very positive experience all things considered. I think that for the price of the accommodation, it is worth it (especially considering the available space I get in my room). I am not too worried about developing a strong sense of community at this accommodation since I have that at my university, but if you are looking for a place that prioritizes the social experience this may not be the best fit for you.

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Student Review: 4.3 /5
By member4118487 On 9th October 24 verified Verified student

Very kind both staff and students . I love the social / study space . Close to my uni by walk.

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member10118485 On 9th October 24 verified Verified student

the environment is very excellent!

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Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member4111553 On 19th June 24 verified Verified student

The staff here are great and super helpful. The location is perfect, not too busy but still just a 10-15 min walk from all the main attractions and shopping places.

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Student Review: 3.7 /5
By member13108256 On 9th May 24 verified Verified student

The overall experience has been good in the student accommodation. The staff is lovely and puts effort into interacting with students

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member7108167 On 8th May 24 verified Verified student

A very great living experience! I was very impressed with the location of the flat and the perfect view of the canal and had many great moments! The friendly and responsible staff Dani, Sofia and Louise greeted me warmly every time we met! Definitely don't miss this brand new and exquisite flat!

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Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member6106658 On 16th April 24 verified Verified student

Amazing studio! The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful.

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member5106558 On 15th April 24 verified Verified student

excellent accommodation and I would like to recommend it.

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member13105475 On 25th March 24 verified Verified student

Nice platform with full equipment, including varieties of recreational facility.

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member7100196 On 12th February 24 verified Verified student

This student residence is a hidden gem near a picturesque canal adorned with vibrant graffiti. Safety is a top priority, ensuring a secure haven for residents. With an array of dining options, proximity to the Cameo cinema, and Tepin for billiards, entertainment and leisure are always at your fingertips. Bennets provides the perfect setting for unwinding with a beer. Shared kitchens foster a sense of community, and the ping pong table adds a fun element. In essence, it’s not just a residence; it’s a vibrant community that combines artistic surroundings, diverse dining, and recreational amenities for an exceptional living experience.

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Student Review: 4 /5
By member1199677 On 8th February 24 verified Verified student

The room is really new and clean, and the surrounding environment is also quiet and beautiful! It was really good experience in living in the KH.

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Student Review: 4.6 /5
By member598629 On 31st January 24 verified Verified student

The accommodation is incredibly beautiful, from the rooms to the social spaces. Everything is kept well and maintained properly. If there are any concerns, the staff are super kind and helpful with everything you could enquire about. Overall I'd say it's incredible. Another thing I love about living here is that it's quiet, you can't hear your neighbours when you're in your room which is very convenient for students who are always busy with work.

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Student Review: 4.9 /5
By Sofia On 18th December 23 verified Verified student

Staff is exceptionally kind & always ready to help with any issues, even outside of office hours. Prompt responses to emails too, and super friendly.

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Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member495654 On 28th November 23 verified Verified student

The Keel Houses are a great building in an ideal location — in front of a beautiful canal and walking distance to many great amenities, parks like the Meadows and the central campus of the University of Edinburgh. The staff is great and super helpful!

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