Student Accommodation Edinburgh

You should be looking for Edinburgh student accommodation as early as possible. Well-done research is important though, just to make the booking process as easy as it can be. Casita is there to help you with most of the steps; the room type, the amenities provided, the location, and proximity to your university.

Just to be on the safe side, book your Edinburgh student accommodation between January and March. If you are selected for the September intake, you may begin your search for accommodation or preferably around six months before your intake.

Some providers offer short-term stays in Edinburgh. However, you should check the availability of your student accommodation of choice during your desired period. You can also refer to a Casita accommodation expert to help you find accommodation that accepts short-term stays.

The average weekly cost for student accommodation in Edinburgh, specifically a single room, is around £180. Other room types like en-suite rooms or studios may cost more depending on the provider.

You pay via net banking or through your debit card. We also have our own payment portal at Casita, where we can assist you with the entire payment process. 

Yes, you can pay your rent in instalments. However, some providers may require you to have a UK guarantor. Refer back to your accommodation expert for further help on the matter.

It depends on the provider as many Edinburgh student accommodation options offer essential utilities such as electricity, water, and gas in the rent, while some also offer Wi-Fi and insurance at no extra cost. However, referring to the listing pages or contacting an accommodation expert for the specific rent inclusions is recommended.

Yes, students who book early or a while in advance are eligible for good discounts and pay lower rent in Edinburgh. You can also save on rent by making a group reservation. Other offers are constantly available; we recommend you keep an eye out for the latest ones on our website! 

A guarantor is a person who signs the rental contract with you and commits to paying your rent if you are unable to do so yourself. A guarantor is most often a family member, but it can be anyone. Most UK landlords require you to have a guarantor, so you’ll probably need to find one if you’re planning to study or live in Edinburgh.

Once you enquire on our website, one of our accommodation experts will contact you to proceed with the booking of your room of choice or offer you alternatives if the room is not available for your dates. To enquire, simply choose a room and click on the "Enquire" button, then fill out the enquiry form you see in front of you.

While searching for student accommodation in Edinburgh, you want to look for places that offer all-inclusive bills, as well as fully-furnished accommodation options, accommodation close to your university of choice, and student homes that have the basic amenities you might need, including Wi-Fi, secure parking, and on-site laundry facilities among others. 

Edinburgh has a variety of neighbourhoods that are close to its numerous university and college campuses. Students will be able to find good and affordable student accommodation in Edinburgh with ease in areas like Calton Road, Lady Lawson Street, Potterrow, Haddington Place, and West Park Place.

The types of student accommodation in Edinburgh vary and range from PBSAs (Purpose-Built Student Accommodation) to private lets and co-living spaces. 

The available room types in Edinburgh student accommodations range from single rooms, double rooms, triple rooms, and en-suite rooms, to private flats, apartments, self-contained studios, and penthouses. 

Using Casita’s services, you can easily find fully-furnished rooms in Edinburgh that are fitted with the essentials of a bed, a wardrobe, a study area with a desk and a chair, a bathroom, and a fully-equipped kitchen.

Almost all Edinburgh student accommodation options allow students to see the property either through online viewings through Skype or Zoom or through virtual tours of the property so you can take a look at your new home before moving in.

When booking student accommodation in Edinburgh, you can get around the city through its various transport links. You either use the tram, take the bus, hail a cab, bike, or walk from one place to another.

Typically, dual occupancy refers to accommodations that are generally one or two-bedroom properties, where more than one person is allowed to stay at either the same price or a slightly higher fee.

Most Edinburgh student accommodation providers have now intensified their cleaning and sanitising measures of student apartments and communal areas; some providers offer weekly cleanings free of charge. Ask your accommodation expert for further details on the COVID measures implemented in your building of choice.

Landlords are carefully and thoroughly vetted before being posted to our websites. Edinburgh student accommodation providers are always chosen to be the safest and most trustworthy options for students. 

Most of our available options for Edinburgh student accommodation, specifically PBSAs (Purpose-Built Student Accommodation), are safe and secure, with additional safety measures, like CCTV and a security team being used and with students’ safety being taken into account. 

Yes, only students can book with Casita. Students over the age of 18 can easily find a fitting student accommodation in Edinburgh, while students under the age of 18 can also book with Casita but might require guidance from accommodation experts to find a fitting accommodation. 

While some Edinburgh student flats may allow for parents or guardians to stay over, every student accommodation in Edinburgh has its own set of rules and regulations regarding hosting outsiders. We recommend you either check with the provider or contact an accommodation expert to get all the information you need. 

This mostly depends on the provider and the specific accommodation you choose. In most cases, you can rent an apartment with your friends. You may, however, be charged a small fee to do so, or you can rent a dual occupancy unit.

At Casita, we try our best to find student accommodation that meets all your priorities and preferences. If you happen to not like your accommodation due to any unforeseen or unaccepted circumstances, referring back to the provider is recommended, as cancellation policies vary from one provider to another.