Overview
5 Nicolson Street/5 South College Street has 100 single and 8-twinned study bedrooms, in flats varying in size from 2-4 bedrooms all with shared kitchen and bathroom facilities. This property shares a Common Room and site office with Robertson Close. It’s a bustling area of Edinburgh’s centre, surrounded by restaurants, bars and cafes; plus it’s right next door to the city’s Festival Theatre, Old College, the University’s iconic headquarters, and just round the corner from the Museum of Scotland and a five minute walk from the Royal Mile.
Property Features
Rooms & Prices
Academic Year 2023-24
Standard single room
Large single room
Location
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle dominates Scotland's capital city from its great rock. Its story has helped shape the nation's story. Battles and sieges were fought over it, royalty lived and died within its walls, and countless generations have been and inspired by it.
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Places near you
| Location | Walking Distances* | Bus Distances** | Bus Numbers |
|---|---|---|---|
| George Square (University Campus) | 7 min (0.3 mi) | N/A | N/A |
| Kings Buildings (University Campus) | 35 min (1.8 mi) | 23 min (1.8 mi) | 3, 7, 8, 29, 31, 37, 41 |
| Easter Bush (University Campus) | N/A | 42 min (6.8 mi) | 37, 47, 62A, N37, X37, 67 |
| University Gym | 1 min (427 ft) | N/A | N/A |
| Princes Street (shopping) | 18 min (0.6 mi) | 21 min (0.6 mi) | 29, 37, N37 |
| Waverley Train Station | 12 min (0.6 mi) | 21 min (0.6 mi) | 3, 29, 31, 37, X95 |
| Edinburgh Castle | 16 min (0.8 mi) | N/A | N/A |
| Closest Supermarket (Tesco Metro): | 3 min (0.2 mi) | N/A | N/A |
| Closest Large Supermarket (Sainsburys, Cameron Toll) | N/A | 20 min (1.6 mi) | 3, 7, 8, 29, 31, 37 |
*Duration of journeys and distances are approximate and provided by Google Maps.
**Bus services are provided by Lothian buses and are subject to change. Visit their website for more info: http://lothianbuses.com/ The duration of journeys and distances are approximate and provided by Google Maps.