The Keel Houses is a new student accommodation in Edinburgh, opened in 2023, offering self-contained studios. The apartments are situated beside the canal, a 13-minute walk from the Edinburgh College of Art, a 17-minute walk from the University of Edinburgh, and a 17-minute walk from Edinburgh Napier University, making them ideal for students studying in the area. Prestige Student Living The Keel Houses features a communal lounge, a pool table, a cinema room and an outdoor exercise area to meet students' daily needs. There are several supermarkets within a 10-minute walk, and restaurants such as The Blackbird are nearby, making it easy to enjoy a good meal. The Keel Houses Edinburgh is also close to two major parks, Bruntsfield Links and The Meadows, where you can unwind and relax after classes.

Features

The Keel Houses offer students studio flats with en-suite bathrooms and private kitchens, ensuring residents' privacy is fully respected. Each room is furnished with a bed, a study desk and chair, and a wardrobe, whilst the kitchen is equipped with a fridge, oven, microwave and a range of other appliances. Both the interior and exterior of the apartments are kept in pristine condition, and the rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows; some even offer views of the Union Canal and Edinburgh Castle from the balcony.

Prestige Student Living The Keel Houses have everything you need to study hard and unwind properly. Forget fighting for library seats — there's a dedicated study area right on-site. When you're done for the day, kick back in the common lounge, challenge your flatmates to a game of pool, or settle in for a film in the private cinema room. There's even a free outdoor fitness area and a gorgeous canalside setting just outside your door. Secure bike storage, a laundry room, superfast free WiFi, 24-hour electronic access control, and CCTV monitoring mean that practicality and safety are both well covered. At The Keel Houses, student living genuinely works for you.

Universities Near Prestige Student Living The Keel Houses

Prestige Student Living The Keel Houses is situated on 8 Lower Gilmore Place, EH3 9NY, next to the picturesque Union Canal, in a beautiful neighbourhood with a great location and easy access to public transport, with a bus stop 2 minutes walk away.

• 10-minute walk to the College of Art
• 15-minute walk to the University of Edinburgh GS Campus
• 17-minute walk to the Edinburgh Napier University 
• 16-minute walk to the University of Edinburgh Main Library
• 28-minute walk to University of Edinburgh Moray Hosue School of Education and Sport
• 30-minute bus ride to University of Edinburgh KB Campus
• 31-minute bus ride to Heriot Watt University

Location and What's Hot?

Just a 4-minute walk from The Keel Houses, a vibrant food street serves up Chinese, Japanese, Korean BBQ, and Indian cuisine — perfect for satisfying those cravings from back home. Several supermarkets are within a 10-minute walk for everyday essentials, and local favourites like The Blackbird are right on your doorstep when you fancy dining out. In your free time, the historic Kings Theatre is just a short stroll away with fantastic performances running throughout the year, while Escape Reality's thrilling escape rooms are only 2 minutes from your door for a fun night out with friends. When you simply need some fresh air, the green spaces of Bruntsfield Links and The Meadows are ideal for a relaxing walk or a peaceful afternoon outdoors.