Haddington Place is a contemporary, purpose-built student accommodation in Edinburgh, comprising 240 en-suite rooms in a modern building on the edge of the New Town, one of Edinburgh's most desirable and well-connected areas. Every room features an en-suite bathroom and a small double bed (larger than the standard single bed found in many Edinburgh halls), alongside a designated study space and storage. With the University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Napier, Heriot-Watt and Queen Margaret University all reachable by bus or tram, and the city centre within walking distance, Haddington Place suits students who want modern, comfortable accommodation in a central but residential setting. This guide covers the rooms, location, amenities, the honest picture and who it suits.
Haddington Place Edinburgh rooms
| Item | Details |
| Location | Haddington Place, Edinburgh (New Town edge) |
| Rooms | 240 en-suite rooms |
| Bed type | Small double bed (larger than standard single) |
| Bathrooms | Private en-suite in every room |
| Study space | Designated desk and chair |
| Kitchen | Shared, fully equipped |
Rooms are modern, contemporary and spacious by Edinburgh PBSA standards, with the small double bed being a genuine comfort advantage over the single beds common in many halls. Shared kitchens are fully equipped for self-catering. Rent varies by room type and the letting season, so confirm current rates at booking.
How far is Haddington Place from Edinburgh's universities?
Haddington Place sits on the New Town edge, well connected to all of Edinburgh's main universities. The University of Edinburgh's central campus is reachable on foot or by a short bus ride, Edinburgh Napier University, Heriot-Watt University and Queen Margaret University are all accessible by bus or tram. The Edinburgh tram network, which runs from the airport through the city centre to Newhaven, adds another fast, frequent connection. My tip: the New Town-edge position gives you a quieter, more residential setting than the Old Town while still being within easy reach of everything, a genuine balance that many Edinburgh students value.
Haddington Place amenities
- 240 en-suite rooms with small double beds
- Shared, fully equipped kitchens
- Communal lounges and social spaces
- Study areas
- Laundry facilities
- Bike storage
- CCTV and secure entry
- On-site management team
The honest picture
Haddington Place's strengths are its modern, contemporary build, the small double beds (a genuine upgrade), its 240-room community size (big enough to be social, small enough to feel personal), and its New Town-edge location balancing residential quiet with city-centre access. The honest counterpoints: it does not have a gym or cinema (the amenity set is practical rather than premium), and the specific distance to your own university campus depends on which institution you attend, so check the commute time for your course before booking. For students who want comfortable rooms and a central-but-calm setting over flashy amenities, it works well.
Who Haddington Place suits
Strong fit: students at any of Edinburgh's universities who want modern en-suite rooms with small double beds; those who value a New Town-edge location; students who want a mid-sized (240 room) community.
Weaker fit: students who want a gym, cinema or extensive on-site amenities; those who want to be right on a specific campus doorstep.
Conclusion
Haddington Place is a strong, modern choice for Edinburgh students who want comfortable en-suite rooms with small double beds in a central-but-residential New Town-edge setting. For other Edinburgh options, see our guides to 200 Cowgate, 8 Roxburgh and Capitol Students Westfield, and browse student accommodation in Edinburgh.
FAQs
Where is Haddington Place in Edinburgh?
On the edge of the New Town, one of Edinburgh's most desirable areas, with the city centre within walking distance and all main universities reachable by bus or tram.
What bed size does Haddington Place have?
Small double beds in every room, larger than the standard single beds found in many Edinburgh halls, a genuine comfort upgrade.
How many rooms does Haddington Place have?
240 en-suite rooms, making it a mid-sized community, big enough to be social but small enough to feel personal.
What amenities does Haddington Place have?
En-suite rooms, shared kitchens, communal lounges, study areas, laundry, bike storage, CCTV and an on-site team. No gym or cinema.
