Lady Nicolson Court is ideally located next to the University of Edinburgh’s main campus, making it one of the most convenient student accommodation options in the city. The university is only around 1 minute away on foot, while Edinburgh Napier University, Queen Margaret University and Heriot-Watt University can be reached by public transport. The nearest bus stop is also about 1 minute away, and Edinburgh Waverley Station is around 11 minutes away. Daily life is extremely convenient, with Sainsbury’s, Chinese supermarkets, Lidl, Tesco, the National Museum of Scotland, The Elephant House, the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street all within easy walking distance.
Opened in 2008, Lady Nicolson Court is a 5-storey student accommodation with 45 beds. The property offers studio-only rooms, making it especially suitable for students who prefer privacy, independent living, or sharing with a close companion. Each studio includes a private bathroom, private kitchen and spacious living area, with plenty of storage space for long-term student living. The rooms are fully furnished and include kitchen facilities, cable TV, contents insurance, a washing machine and dryer.
The accommodation provides essential facilities and services to support a safe and comfortable student experience. Residents can enjoy WiFi, electronic access control, 24-hour security, 24-hour CCTV, property service, maintenance support, cleaning service, accessible facilities and lifts. There is also a communal lounge shared with other residents, as well as weekly free social events, helping students meet new people and enjoy a friendly community atmosphere in central Edinburgh.