Overview
Riego Street is purpose built student residential facility built over four levels around a private courtyard. It has 264 single study bedrooms, in 4 or 5 bedroom flats with shared kitchen, lounge and bathroom facilities providing a focal point for each. Near to Edinburgh College of Art and a short walk to George Square and the University’s central area, Riego Street is in an excellent location in Tollcross, close to many shops, restaurants and cafes and with easy access to amenities in Castle Terrace, the Grassmarket, Princes Street and Fountainbridge.
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Property Features
Rooms & Prices
Academic Year 2025-26
Standard 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 | Cycle Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Square (University Campus) | 15 min (0.7mi) | With walk 0.7 mi | 35 and 47 | N/A |
| Kings Buildings (University Campus) | 43 min (2.2 mi) | With walk (2 mi) | 47 | N/A |
| Easter Bush (University Campus) | N/A | With walk 27 min (7 mi) | 15, X15, 37, 47, 101 and 102 | N/A |
| University Gym | 19 min (1 mi) | With walk 13 mi (1 mi) | 47, 2, 35, 45 | N/A |
| Princes Street (shopping) | 15 min (0.8 mi) | 15 min (0.6mi) | 23, 27 | N/A |
| Waverley Train Station | 22 min (1.1 mi) | 15 min (1.1 mi) | 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 35 and 38 | N/A |
| Edinburgh Castle | 13 min (0.6 mi) | 15 min (0.6mi) | 23, 27 | N/A |
| Closest Supermarket (Tesco Express) | 2 min (0.1 mi) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Closest Large Supermarket (Sainsburys, Westfield Road) | 34 min (1.8 mi) | With walk 18 min (1.8 mi) | 1, 2, 22 and 30 | N/A |
*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.