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About this property
Plenty of student accommodation puts you close to a university. Very few put you opposite a castle. 27 King's Stables Road Edinburgh does exactly that. The address places you beside the Grassmarket, a short walk from the University of Edinburgh and surrounded by cafés, shops and everyday essentials. Every studio gives you your own kitchen, bathroom and study space, so you can settle into university life without sharing your room. If you've been looking at King's Stables Road Edinburgh as an option, this property combines city-centre living with the privacy many students prefer.
Address:
27 King's Stables Road, Edinburgh EH1 2JY, United Kingdom
The location puts you in Edinburgh's Old Town, directly opposite Edinburgh Castle. Grassmarket is only a few minutes away, while Princes Street Gardens, Lothian Road and Princes Street are all within walking distance. Lectures, supermarkets, cafés and public transport can all fit into your daily routine without relying on long journeys across the city.
Many students shortlist 27 King's Stables Road Edinburgh because they can walk to both university buildings and the city centre in the same trip.
Accommodation usually becomes part of your routine after the first few weeks. A short walk to lectures, somewhere quiet to study and a comfortable room matter much more than they do on move-in day. King's Stables Road Edinburgh covers those everyday needs while giving you one of the best locations in the city.
Here's what you can expect:
Private studios with your own kitchen and en-suite bathroom.
Castle-view studios available in selected room categories.
Utility bills and high-speed Wi-Fi included in the rent.
Cinema room, gym, study rooms and shared lounges.
Secure entry, CCTV and on-site management.
Grassmarket, Edinburgh Castle and the University of Edinburgh all within walking distance.
Students who want independent living without moving away from the city centre usually keep King's Stables Road Edinburgh on their shortlist.
Every room at King's Stables Road Edinburgh is self-contained, so you have your own place to cook, study and relax. The main differences between room categories come down to size, location inside the building and castle views.
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Studio Type |
Weekly Price |
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Value Studio |
From £338 |
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Premium Studio – Limited View |
From £325 |
|
Premium Smaller Studio |
From £327 |
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Premium Smaller Studio – Castle View |
From £335 |
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Premium Bigger Studio – Limited View |
From £339 |
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Premium Studio |
From £340 |
|
Premium Bigger Studio |
From £347 |
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Premium Studio – Castle View |
From £366 |
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Premium Smaller Studio – Castle View with Terrace |
From £367 |
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Premium Bigger Studio – Castle View |
From £376 |
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Premium Studio – Castle View with Terrace |
From £388 |
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Premium XL Studio – Castle View |
From £393 |
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Premium Bigger Studio – Castle View with Terrace |
From £390 |
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Premium XL Studio – Castle View with Terrace |
From £397 |
Prices may change depending on availability.
Castle-view studios remain the most popular choices, while terrace rooms give you extra outdoor space that's difficult to find in central Edinburgh.
Monthly budgeting becomes much easier when the main household bills are already covered.
Bills Included
Electricity
Gas
Heating
Water
High-speed Wi-Fi
Facilities
Life at King's Stables Road Edinburgh extends beyond your studio. Shared facilities give you extra places to study, exercise or spend time with friends whenever you want a change from your room.
Study Spaces
Assignments don't always get finished at your desk. Dedicated study rooms give you another quiet place to work during busy weeks.
Social Spaces
Movie nights, conversations with friends or a break between lectures usually happen here.
Common room
Cinema room
Fitness
The on-site gym makes it easier to fit exercise around lectures without travelling across the city.
Everyday Convenience
Laundry, bike storage and on-site support all help make day-to-day student life simpler.
Laundry room
Bike storage
On-site management
Safety
Security stays in place throughout the property.
Secure door entry
CCTV
Most days begin with the same routine: leave your room, grab a coffee if there's time, then head to lectures. From 27 King's Stables Road Edinburgh, several university buildings are close enough that walking becomes part of the day.
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University |
Distance |
Typical Journey |
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0.49 miles |
Around 10 minutes on foot |
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University of Edinburgh Business School |
1.38 miles |
Around 20–25 minutes on foot |
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1.47 miles |
Around 10 minutes by bus |
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Around 1.5 miles |
Around 20–25 minutes on foot or a short bus ride |
Students who choose King's Stables Road Edinburgh usually find they spend very little time travelling between accommodation and campus.
Walking works well for many daily journeys around the Old Town, but public transport is close by whenever you need it.
Bus
West Port, Grassmarket and Bread Street bus stops are all within a few minutes' walk. Routes run across Edinburgh throughout the day, making lectures, shopping and evenings out easy to plan.
Students under 22 can travel free on buses with a Young Scot Card. Older students usually buy discounted travel through the Transport for Edinburgh app.
Train
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station is around 15 to 20 minutes away on foot. Haymarket Station is another useful option for local and regional journeys.
Tram
Princes Street tram stop is roughly a 10-minute walk away. Trams run directly to Edinburgh Airport and several other parts of the city.
Cycling
Secure bike storage is available inside the property for anyone bringing a bicycle to Edinburgh.
The first few weeks usually settle into familiar routines. Most people end up buying groceries from the same supermarket, stopping at the same café before class and walking through the same streets on the way home.
Grocery Stores
A quick shop after lectures is easy around the city centre.
Sainsbury's Local
Tesco Express
Cafés & Restaurants
Grassmarket fills up throughout the day with students, visitors and locals. Coffee shops, pubs and restaurants are never difficult to find.
Cafés around Grassmarket
Restaurants around Grassmarket
Parks & Outdoor Spaces
A bench, fresh air and half an hour away from your screen can make a busy week feel a little lighter.
Princes Street Gardens
The Meadows
Grannies Green
Shopping
Most shopping trips happen around these parts.
Princes Street
St James Quarter
Fitness
The gym is already available inside the building, and another fitness centre is only a short walk away.
On-site Gym
PureGym Edinburgh Fountainbridge
Transport Hubs
Weekend trips home or travelling across Scotland become much easier with these transport links nearby.
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station
Haymarket Railway Station
Grassmarket Bus Stops
Bread Street Bus Stop
East Fountainbridge Bus Stop
University life gets busy quickly, so having everything close by makes a real difference. From walking to lectures and picking up groceries to meeting friends in Grassmarket or catching a train for the weekend, 27 King's Stables Road Edinburgh keeps everyday essentials within easy reach. If you're looking for student accommodation in Edinburgh, this address gives you the convenience of the city without making daily travel part of the challenge.
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Room types

Premium Studio - Limited View
Tenancy 44 week | 43 week | 51 week
4 Tenancy options
From£325 /week

Premium Smaller Studio
Tenancy 51 week | 44 week | 9 week
3 Tenancy options
From£337 /week

Premium Bigger Studio - Limited View
Tenancy 51 week | 44 week | 9 week
3 Tenancy options
From£339 /week

Premium Studio
Tenancy 51 week | 44 week | 29 week | 7 week | 9 week
6 Tenancy options
From£342 /week
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Review and ratings
Monique Tschachtli
My boyfriend and I switched to Hello Student after a bad experience with a different student accommodation in Edinburgh. The administrative team at Hello Student supported us through a very stressful last-minute booking to bridge the time before our city flat became available (1 month). Mathias especially made us feel very welcome and organised several events during our short but enjoyable stay, encouraging students to socialise. We stayed in a studio on the second floor and enjoyed spectacular views of the castle. It was spacious enough for a couple and had everything you'd need. We appreciated that it is very centrally located, and the gym, common room, and cinema were a huge bonus as well!
chengcong wu
Everything about this accommodation is perfect, the room is spacious and always filled with sunshine( not to mention the view of castle), great facilities to study and enjoy your time with friends, super convenient to go anywhere, and the most welcoming reception!
xiaohao
I am extremely disappointing with the management team, especially Molly. The lack of communication and understanding from the management team is both disappointing and unprofessional. Due to personal reason, I missed the tenancy signing date. However, I clarified the situation as soon as I can. I was initially asked if I was still looking to stay and was told that my booking could be reinstated with my confirmation. However, later in the same email, I was told that my application could not be processed. This inconsistency and poor communication have caused me a great deal of frustration. Based on this experience, I personally cannot recommend this place to anyone.
Chengke Liu
Water Leakage and Mold Issues: Upon moving into my accommodation, I immediately faced issues such as water leakage on the floor and mold growth on the balcony due to the lack of mats. Despite continuous communication with the accommodation management, these issues were not resolved. I paid all my rent as agreed, based on the promise from the manager that I would receive a £100 voucher as compensation. However, when I vacated the room on June 7th, the manager addressed me with a very poor attitude and suggested that I was not entitled to the compensation, which was extremely frustrating. This treatment is unacceptable, and I question the quality of your service. Subletting Request: In May, I submitted a request to sublet my room. The front desk staff initially appeared helpful and provided the necessary procedures. However, my subtenant only received the contract on May 28th, despite our application being submitted two weeks earlier. The deadline for signing was May 30th, which my subtenant missed due to surgery. Despite her urgent need to sublet the room, our subsequent emails explaining the situation were met with inconsistent and unhelpful responses from the front desk. This lack of professionalism and reliability caused significant inconvenience to both my subtenant and me, leaving me with serious doubts about the competence of your front desk staff. Maintenance Issues: In April, my stovetop broke, and I was assured it would be replaced. Ironically, the replacement occurred on my first day of vacating the premises, which indicates a severe delay and lack of promptness in addressing maintenance issues.
Emma
Wonderful place to live in for students! I have visited other friends’ studio, and always found 27 is the most cost-effective place! It is close to the gs, Prince Street and castle, and own good and new indoor environment, public areas are always clean and neat, and I love the indoor layout. Besides, always receive some small gifts in the festival! And the team here are quite nice and helpful, providing help for every time I need! A warm accommodation to live, highly recommended!
Monique Tschachtli
My boyfriend and I switched to Hello Student after a bad experience with a different student accommodation in Edinburgh. The administrative team at Hello Student supported us through a very stressful last-minute booking to bridge the time before our city flat became available (1 month). Mathias especially made us feel very welcome and organised several events during our short but enjoyable stay, encouraging students to socialise. We stayed in a studio on the second floor and enjoyed spectacular views of the castle. It was spacious enough for a couple and had everything you'd need. We appreciated that it is very centrally located, and the gym, common room, and cinema were a huge bonus as well!
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If your visa is declined after you have signed your tenancy, you may be able to cancel your booking, though we do need proof that it has been declined. Having a visa is needed for you to be able to study and remain in the UK.
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