Tramworks is a highly convenient student accommodation for those studying at the University of Glasgow, with the campus around 12 minutes away on foot via the scenic route through Kelvingrove Park and across the River Kelvin. Glasgow School of Art can be reached in approximately 17 minutes by public transport, while Glasgow Caledonian University and the University of Strathclyde are around 25–31 minutes away. The nearest bus stop is around 7 minutes away, and Exhibition Centre railway station is approximately 12 minutes away on foot. Daily amenities are also close by, with Tesco, Lidl, Chinese supermarkets, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, and Kelvingrove Park all within walking distance.
The accommodation was completed in 2018 and is arranged across 5 floors, offering bed spaces for around 230 students. Tramworks provides both Ensuite rooms and Studio apartments, allowing students to choose according to their lifestyle and budget. All room types include a private bathroom, giving residents their own personal space. Ensuite rooms are ideal for students who enjoy a more social shared-flat environment, while Studio apartments also include a private kitchen, making them better suited to students who prefer a more independent and self-contained living experience.
Residents benefit from a wide range of facilities designed for study, fitness, relaxation and social life. Outside the room, students can use the free on-site gym, communal lounge with table tennis and comfortable sofas, study areas and peaceful courtyard garden. The building also provides Wi-Fi, electronic key card access, on-site security, CCTV coverage, a 24/7 service hotline, property services, maintenance support, fire safety systems, accessible facilities, lift access, bicycle storage, printing facilities, laundry facilities, outdoor seating areas, free social events and paid parking. Rooms are fully furnished and include a fresh air system, kitchen facilities, cable TV and contents insurance, creating a convenient and well-supported student living experience in Glasgow’s West End.