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I recently stayed at Thurso Street and had a very pleasant experience. I stayed in the premium ensuite room type, which is modern and spacious with all the amenities, including a comfortable bed and plenty of storage space, which fully met my daily needs. The common areas are also great, clean and tidy, providing a comfortable space to study and relax. The staff are friendly and welcoming, always happy to help, especially when I needed help. The location is also very convenient, with many shops and restaurants nearby, making life very convenient. Overall, it made my stay very relaxing and enjoyable, and I would highly recommend Thurso Street to anyone looking for a comfortable and convenient place to stay.
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Most helpful review
I recently stayed at Thurso Street and had a very pleasant experience. I stayed in the premium ensuite room type, which is modern and spacious with all the amenities, including a comfortable bed and plenty of storage space, which fully met my daily needs. The common areas are also great, clean and tidy, providing a comfortable space to study and relax. The staff are friendly and welcoming, always happy to help, especially when I needed help. The location is also very convenient, with many shops and restaurants nearby, making life very convenient. Overall, it made my stay very relaxing and enjoyable, and I would highly recommend Thurso Street to anyone looking for a comfortable and convenient place to stay.
Value for money
Location
Property management
Cleaning
Social spaces
Social experience
Internet / Wifi
Thurso Street Information
| Telephone | 0300 303 8642 |
| Postcode | G11 6PE |
| Price from | £235.00 per week for 25/26 (subject to availability) |
| Top tip | Thurso Street is in Glasgow’s West End, opposite the University of Glasgow campus, beside the River Kelvin, and next to the world-famous Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. Visit the website to find out more. |
Room Types
Single Studios Premium Range 1 Studio
5 Single Rooms - Classic Ensuite
5 Single Rooms - Premium Range 1 Ensuite
4 Single Rooms - Premium Range 1 Accessible Ensuite
Single Studios Classic Studio
Single Studios Premium Range 1 Studio
Amenities
This property offers car parking, cinema room, outdoor social space & vending machines (snack food). Discover more!
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- Cinema
- Common Room
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Access
Features
- Common Room
- Communal Kitchen
- Vending Machines
Internet Access
- WiFi
Laundry
- Coin-operated Communal Laundry
People/Staff
- Maintenance Team (Daytime Only)
- Onsite Manager
Recreational Facilities
- Cinema
- Outdoor Area
Security & Safety
- CCTV / Surveillance Cameras
- Secure Building Entry
Services
- Contents Insurance
Special Policies
- No Smoking
Transport
- Bike Storage
- Car Parking For Additional Fee
Travel Times
Thurso Street is beside the River Kelvin & Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum & has easy access to bakeries, bookshops, bars, museums, incredible green spaces, independent shops & stunning views of the river.
University of Glasgow
Gilmorehill Campus2 mins1 min2 mins0.1 mi
Glasgow School of Art
Glasgow Campus28 mins10 mins16 mins1.5 mi
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
Main Campus38 mins12 mins22 mins2.1 mi
Thurso Street Biography
Thurso Street is perfectly located for students studying at the University of Glasgow as the accommodation is located opposite the campus. Situated beside the River Kelvin and in the heart of Glasgow’s West End where residents can enjoy the many bars, green spaces, shops and bookshops as well as the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and museum.
You can hang out with friends and neighbours in the cinema room, outdoor social space or common room equipped with a TV, comfy couches, foosball and ping-pong. The communal study room is perfect for getting all your work and studying done. Students can also benefit from having handy vending machines and car parking available.
If you are looking to stay with friends, the en-suite rooms with a shared kitchen and lounge area are a perfect choice. If you prefer to have your own space and kitchen then look no further than the studio apartments.
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May I invite my friends to visit me?? And can they stay on my room for few nights??
By member10106769 On 18th April 24
Reply from Thurso Street
On 18th April 24
Hi
No problem with your freinds visiting or staying so long as they are mindful that you have flatmates and not to inconvienience them.
Hope this helps.
Kind regards
Kenny
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With how many students do i share kitchen
By member698703 On 1st February 24
Reply from Thurso Street
On 1st February 24
Hi
Thanks for the question.
It would depend on the flat you select but most likley 5 or 6.
Kind regards
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Read Thurso Street Reviews
I recently stayed at Thurso Street and had a very pleasant experience. I stayed in the premium ensuite room type, which is modern and spacious with all the amenities, including a comfortable bed and plenty of storage space, which fully met my daily needs. The common areas are also great, clean and tidy, providing a comfortable space to study and relax. The staff are friendly and welcoming, always happy to help, especially when I needed help. The location is also very convenient, with many shops and restaurants nearby, making life very convenient. Overall, it made my stay very relaxing and enjoyable, and I would highly recommend Thurso Street to anyone looking for a comfortable and convenient place to stay.
Hello Thank you for such a lovley review. Our team work hard to make Thurso St a great place to live and we are so pleased that you enjoyed your time stayng there. I know the team will be delighted with your feedback. Kind Regards Liz
The dorm is really nice. When I arrived on my first day, I saw the bedding and kitchen supplies that the school gave me for free.
Hi Many thanks for thaking the time to review your stay at Thurso. I'm gald you like your roomm. Kind regards Kenny
It's calm and peaceful here. And very close to university. The best part is everything is provided by accommodation so it is super convenient.
Hi Thanks for your review, I am glad you have had a good start to your stay. Kind regards Kenny
Perfect for students who want to live in a vibrant but quiet area. Easy access to the University of Glasgow and a short walk from all the essential stops. Super friendly staff and management!
Hi Many thanks for your review, I am pleased you are enjoying your stay with us. Kenny
Ideal accommodation for University of Glasgow students.
Hi Many thanks for your review, I'm delighted that you are finding your accommodation "ideal" Kind regards Kenny
I live in Thurso Street student accommodation, the staff are all nice and the flat is close to the University of Glasgow. Yet it has some flaws: it is next to a bar so it will be very noisy in the midnight, and the room is not spacious. What’s more, there seems to be a problem with the floor drain system in my shower room, it has not been draining properly since I moved in. I will report it and hopefully it will be fixed soon.
Hi Thanks you for your review and I'm sorry that the bar next door is noisy in the evening. have you reported the shower draining slowly to the team? I don't know your room number but if you pop into reception and check they have a note of this and I'm sure they will get it soreted for as soon as possible. Kind regards Kenny
My stay in Thurso Street has been great - the facilities around the accommodation are good, it is regularly kept clean and the ensuite bathrooms are better than any other uni bathroom I have seen. The customer service in the reception is great, the staff are very friendly including Joseph who has always greeted everyone with a smile and was always ready to help me with whatever.
Hi Many thanks for thaking the time to review your stay at Thurso Street. I'm delighted you are enjoying your stay and will pass on your kind comments to the team. Kind regards
Edit: In my previous review, I mistakenly referred to Joseph by the wrong name. I wish to correct that oversight and express my special thanks to Joseph. Please pardon my error, as my memory was clouded having just returned from a 2-month vacation. I have resided at Thurso Street for nearly three years and have already arranged to continue my stay into the next year. Every moment spent here has been thoroughly enjoyable. The location is unbeatable, offering great value for the price – certainly a prudent choice. What stands out most is the exceptional management team. Their approachability, respectfulness, and professionalism are commendable. They consistently ensure effective communication and are always ready to assist when needed. Among them, Joseph deserves special mention for his passion and unparalleled supportiveness – truly one of the kindest individuals I have encountered. In summary, I wholeheartedly recommend Thurso Street for anyone looking for high-quality accommodation.
Hi Many thanks for your lovely review. I'm delighted that you are having a good stay and Thurso St and that the team look after you so well. I will pass on your kind works.
I have resided at Thurso Street for nearly three years and have already arranged to continue my stay into the next year. Every moment spent here has been thoroughly enjoyable. The location is unbeatable, offering great value for the price – certainly a prudent choice. What stands out most is the exceptional management team. Their approachability, respectfulness, and professionalism are commendable. They consistently ensure effective communication and are always ready to assist when needed. Among them, Chris deserves special mention for his passion and unparalleled supportiveness – truly one of the kindest individuals I have encountered. In summary, I wholeheartedly recommend Thurso Street for anyone looking for high-quality accommodation.
Many thanks, I see you have updated this review. Kind regards & thanks for taking the time.
The maintenance team is very efficient. And the reception staffs are enthusiastic and helpful. My life of living there is very happy and the location is great. The only thing is about the cleaning within the kitchen, there is suggested to arrange a weekly clean. Thank you.
Hi Many thanks for yor lovely review of your stay at Thurso Street. I will pass on your comments to the team. Kind regards Kenny
honestly an amazing place to live but social life is really dead. also the receptionist Joseph is such a gem!! always brightens my day
Hi Many thanks for taking the time to complete a review for Thurso St. I am delighted to read that Joe from the team stands out. If there are any events or things that we could do to improve the social aspect of your stay please let the team know and if we can make it happen we will. Kind regards Glasgow Team
It is nice and Joseph the receptionist is accountable
Hi Many thanks for taking the time to add a review for Thurso Street. Kind regards Glasgow Team
The accomodation service is perfect. An awesome experience it is! Highly recommended.
Hi there Thank you for your lovely review, we are so happy to hear you enjoyed living with us at Thurso Street. Kind Regards Liz
Perfect place to stay in if you’re studying at UofG. 7min walk to any place within the south gates of the university. Beautiful view of river kelvin from the rooms and kitchens facing south in block D. The proximity to a LIDL and Morrison’s as well as being able to take a walk in kelvingrove park which is across the street were also a huge plus. Most of the team in the reception were very nice especially Kate and Joseph. Very few things were annoying, like that the windows in the rooms don’t fully open and it can get stuffy and if you try to iron your hair you might start the fire alarm, the fact that we were paying an additional 60£ per week more than the true value of the rooms for the first 9 months because of booking through the university, and the rats that were present in the garbage shed and the garage the first couple of weeks this year but they got rid of them right away. Overall, I would choose to live here if I had to do it all over again.
Thanks for taking the time to review your stay at Thurso St. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay and it's great to read the positive comments about the team and in particualr Kate & Joseph. Kind regards Thurso St Team
Wasn’t clean when I move in in, but everything apart from that has been great. Kate and Joseph are among the most warm and welcoming staff I’ve ever met, and they’re always ready to help
Hi there Thank you for your review. I am sorry to hear about your experience when you first came to us however so pleased to know it has improved and you have enjoyed your stay with us. Kate and Joseph will be happy they have had a positive impact on your stay. Kind Regards Liz
I had a great time here in thurso street. Great staff. I re-booked again with them for a new academic year!
Hi there Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased to hear you have enjoyed living with us and are going to continue to do so! Please feel free to speak to the reception team if you have any suggestions of events you would like to see us run to make your experience next year even better. Kind Regards Liz
The staff here, especially Kate and Joseph are an absolute delight and are incredibly kind and helpful. For the location it's acceptable value for money. There are a few issues that took a while to fix, but overall it has been a good experience
Hi there Thank you for your review. Kate and Joseph will be so happy to hear they have helped make your stay with us enjoyable. Kind Regards Liz
The experience for me personally was very good. Making friends in your accomodation is one thing but the experience is only good if you have got an amazing team and that was what thurso street had. Joseph, especially is one of the most liked people and whenever I visit him in the reception we always have jolly conversation about what's going on in Glasgow or discussing about restaurants and food in general.
Hi there Thank you for your lovely review. The team work hard to make Thurso St a great place to live and they will be delighted to hear you have enjoyed living with us. Joseph loves taking time to get to know our residents and I'm glad you have found him so friendly and supportive. Kind Regards Liz
Joseph is really good, he answered everything I asked
Hi there Thank you for taking the time to leave Joseph such a positive review. I know he will be so happy he has been able to support you. Kind Regards Liz
Good clean Joseph is a nice staff really like it
Hi there Thank you for your review. We are so pleased to hear you enjoy living with us and I know Joe will be delighted you have taken the time to mention him. Kind Regards Liz
Joe and Cris are amazing stuff !
Hi there Thank you for the lovely words regarding Joe and Chris. I know they will be so happy to hear they have had a positive impact on your stay with us. Kind Regards Liz
Chris, Joseph, Kate and Liz are doing great work at the frontdesk! Extremely friendly, helpful and always available to help. They make the place a nice welcoming environment.
Hi there Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. The team work hard at making Thurso St a great place to live and they will be delighted to hear you have enjoyed your time lving with us. Kind Regards Liz
It was decent. The staff was very accommodating and helpful. Big up Joseph and Kate for being the best!
Hi there Thank you for your review, the team work hard to ensure our residents feel supported and I know Kate and Joseph will be delighted to hear your comments. Kind Regards Liz
Very friendly atmosphere with great spots to hang out in the accomodation. The staff is also very friendly, especially Joseph. He makes you comfortable from day one and you can chat to him about anything and have fun banter too. The property should definitely organize some more events though. Overall a very nice experience with Thurso street.
Hi there Thank you for your lovely review. The team work hard to try and make our residents feel really at home and supported so they will be delighted to know they have succeeded for you especially Joseph. We appreciate all feedback and will take on board your comments surrounding events for the future to enhance the experince of living with us further. Kind Regards Liz
Great experience! Maintenance requests were resolved swiftly. Staff took good care of our welfare. Staff were friendly especially Joseph.
Hi there Thank you for your review, we are so glad you have enjoyed your time with us and I know Joseph will be so pleased to see your feedback. We take the welfare of our residents very seriously and we are happy to know you felt supported. Kind Regards Liz
It really Worth it cause The location is best!
Hi there We are so glad to hear you are enjoying living at Thurso Street and that it is has been the best location for you. Kind Regards Liz
I hope accommodation can provide kitchen and room clean.
Hi there Thank you for taking the time to leave us some feedback, we appreciate your comments to help us plan what else we could do to support our residents. Kind Regards Liz
Kate and Joe in the reception are always so wonderful and helpful whenever I need help! They always remember me and take the moment to chat, when they can!
Hi there Thank you so much for your lovely review, I know Kate and Joe will be so pleased they have been supportive to you during your time with us. Kind Regards Liz
Great location and accommodation for first year especially. Staff members are great, in particular Joseph Kate Christopher Christine and the Liz’s!!
Hi there Thank you for your lovely review, we are so pleased to hear you are enjoying your stay with us at Thurso St. Kind Regards Liz
My room could have definitely been cleaner moving in. The drawers on my desk were broken, parts of the floor have water damage and there was mold in the sink and shower when I moved in. On a positive note, property management has been super helpful and nice. Kate and Joseph have helped me many times with questions. Also, the building maintenance was quick to help when I was have plumbing issues.
Hi there Thank you for your feedback. We are so sorry to hear your room was not as expected moving in although pleased to hear our team were able to resolves issues quickly for you. We always aim to improve and your feedback is valuable to us. Thank you for your lovely comments regarding the team who work hard to ensure all our resdients feel supported and will be happy to hear they have been able to help. Kind Regards Liz
It is in a great location and the staff are very friendly and helpful. However I believe it is not worth how much we pay.
Hi there Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback. I know the team will be pleased to hear they have helped you during your time with us. Please let us know at reception if there is anything you would like to see us do to help enhance your experience further while staying with us. Kind Regards Liz
Kate and Joe are the STARS of Unite Students. I absolutely love them. They’re so kind and professional and always brighten my day! They are also excellent problem solvers and have helped me sort out several issues with flat mates. They are excellent humans all the way around.
Hi there Thank you so much for your lovely review. I know Kate and Joseph with be delighted to hear they ate helping make your experience with us a positive one. They love ensuring our residents feel happy at Thurso St :) Kind Regards Liz
I have spent a WONDERFUL time in Thurso Street and all the staffs are very friendly especially Kate and Joseph who are warm and kind when I chat with them. The building is basically clean yet our corridor has not been cleaned for a period of time. It is worth noting that the outer door of BlockA seems to be broken and it would be nice if it’s fixed for safety purposes. Overall it is worth the money considering all the elements for international students to start a new life here.
Hi there Thank you for your feedback and your lovely comments regarding the team, I know Kate and Joseph will be delighted to hear they are helping make you feel at home. Thank you for raisind the issue regarding our block A door, we will ensure our Facilities team look into this. We hope you continue to enjoy your stay with us at Thurso St and please let us know at reception if there are any events you would like to see us run, we love to hear your ideas! Kind Regards Liz
The staff at reception are excellent--very friendly, and professional. Katie and Joseph have been especially helpful during my stay here this far. The only really notable issue I have at this property is that the WiFi via Glide can be unreliable. This is stressful because many of my exams are online and connectivity issues are not grounds for excusing late submissions.
Hi there Thank you for your lovely review, we are so pleased to hear you are enjoying your stay with us. Kate and Joseph will be delighted to hear they have helped create a positive experience for you. We are sorry to hear you have had wifi issues, please let us know at reception if you would like us to help further engage with Glide for you to help get any issues resolved. Kind Regards Liz
There was a rat problem in the outside bins when I had moved in in September but it has since been taken care of. The noise is a bit of a problem; the walls/doors are not at all sound proof so I can hear everything from the other rooms and the corridor. Other than that, the reception staff is lovely and the location is perfect.
Hi there Thank you for leaving us your feedback, we are glad to hear your time with us has for the majority been positive. Due to waste strikes in September, our bin store did attract some unwelcome guests however we did engage with our pest control company quickly to resolve this and are glad to hear our residents have seen an improvment in this. Our team work hard to make Thurso St a nice place to live and will be thankful for your lovely comments about them. Kibd Regards Liz
Awesome place to live. The guys at the reception, specially Kate and Joseph, go beyond their way to make it an amazing experience to live here. There are always events organized by them to help you make friends and feel welcome. When I have problems, they're always promptly solved. The room's a bit small for the price, but they compensate it with the quality of the accommodation. Extremely close to the glasgow uni, it's a 10 min walk to the main building. 100% recommend it.
Hi We are so pleased to hear you are enjoying living with us at Thurso St. Kate and Joseph will be so happy to hear they are adding to your time here and they are always excited to hear suggestions of events you would like to see us run. Thank you for your lovely review and we hope continue to have a great experience with us. Kind Regards Liz
In 6 months of living in thurso street Kate and joseph did an excellent job for helping everyone here. No matter in the regular days or in the Christmas festival these two distinguished staff are always be available to contact and they are always ready for solving every tricky problems. I appreciate it.
Hi there Thank you for your lovely feedback. Our team work hard to ensure Thurso Street is a nice place to live and I am sure Kate and Joseph will be delighted to hear they are having a positive impact. Kibd Regards Liz
My stay in Thurso Street was made excellent by the staff members. Special shout out to Kate who has always made extra effort to connect with students. Her personal touch has made us feel safe and welcome. She has also on numerous instances helped me to resolve issues expediently and professionally. Joseph is always bubbly and ready to help. There were a couple of times when I've had to carry heavy items back to my apartment, and he jumped in to help without any hesitance. Big thanks to Kate and Joseph for making my stay with Thurso Street memorable!
Thank you for your lovely review, we are so pleased to hear you are enjoying your stay at Thurso St. Our team work hard to make our residents feel welcome and supported and it is great to hear Kate and Joseph have done just that! I know they will both appreciate your kind words. :) Kind Regards Liz