Haymarket Yards, edinburgh

Haymarket Yards Edinburgh Student Accommodation

When you're planning your trip to Edinburgh, it generally comes down to two main things: location and how well the property fits in with your daily life. Haymarket Yards combines the two in one location. The private studio apartment is located in Haymarket, Edinburgh’s well-connected area, within easy access of the universities, transport links and city center.

If you’re coming to Edinburgh for your first year or postgraduate study, Haymarket Yards Edinburgh student accommodation is ideal. It gives an autonomous way of living without disconnecting you from student life. All studios are self-contained with shared facilities throughout the building, offering options for study, relaxation and socialising with other tenants at your leisure.

About Haymarket Yards

Haymarket Yards is designed with students in mind and aims to provide independent living but with practical shared facilities. Each room is a self-contained studio with kitchen, bathroom, study and sleeping areas, ideal for students who want everything under one roof.

Outside the flats, tenants will find study rooms, conference rooms, a lounge, landscaped courtyards and a rooftop terrace with views over part of the city. Utility costs, heating, gas, water and Wi-Fi are included in the rent, which allows students to manage their monthly spending without the need for separate contracts or unexpected charges.

If you are thinking about Haymarket Yards Edinburgh, the accommodation is a good compromise between having your own room and privacy and being able to socialise in shared spaces when you want to mix things up.

Haymarket Yards Address & Location

Address: Haymarket Yards, 18 Haymarket Yards,  Edinburgh EH12 5BH

Living in Haymarket

Haymarket is one of Edinburgh's best-connected neighbourhoods, making it a practical place to live throughout the academic year. The area combines residential streets with cafés, supermarkets, restaurants and transport services, allowing most day-to-day errands to be completed close to home.

Haymarket Station sits only a short walk from the property and serves as one of Edinburgh's main transport hubs. Rail services, city buses and the tram network all operate from here, making travel across Edinburgh straightforward whether you're heading to university, the city centre or Edinburgh Airport.

The surrounding neighbourhood also has plenty of places to eat, grab coffee or shop for groceries. Tesco Express, Sainsbury's Local and Baixing Chinese Supermarket are all nearby, while cafés and restaurants around Haymarket provide plenty of options between lectures. Murieston Park is also within walking distance when you want some time outdoors away from campus.

Room Types & Prices at Haymarket Yards

Every room at Haymarket Yards Edinburgh student accommodation is a fully self-contained studio with a private kitchen and bathroom. The different categories mainly vary in size and layout, allowing students to choose according to both their budget and space requirements.

Studio Type	Weekly Rent
Accessible Studio	From £260.00
Essential Studio	From £260.00
Bronze Studio	From £270.00
Large Studio	From £300.00
Bronze Plus Studio	From £310.00
Silver Plus Studio	From £310.00
Silver Studio	From £330.00
Gold Studio	From £350.00
Gold Plus Studio	From £355.00
Large Gold Studio	From £365.00

Every studio includes a private bathroom, fitted kitchen, study area, storage space and bed. Utility bills and high-speed Wi-Fi are already included in the rent, so there are no separate household bills to arrange after moving in.

What's Included

One weekly payment covers the main household expenses, helping students keep their monthly budget predictable.

Your rent includes:

• Electricity

• Gas

• Heating

• Water

• High-speed Wi-Fi

With these essentials already covered, residents can settle into Haymarket Yards without needing to organise separate utility accounts.

Facilities at Haymarket Yards

The building combines study spaces, social areas and practical facilities that support everyday student life without making the accommodation feel overcrowded.

Study & Academic Spaces

Students have access to dedicated areas intended for coursework, revision and collaborative projects.

• Study rooms

• Meeting room

Shared Social Spaces

Communal facilities provide places to spend time outside your studio during the day or in the evenings.

• Resident lounge

• Outdoor courtyards

• Rooftop terrace

Everyday Facilities

Practical amenities help simplify daily routines throughout the academic year.

• On-site laundry

• Secure bike storage

• Electricity included

• Gas included

• Heating included

• Water included

• High-speed Wi-Fi

Safety & Security

Residents benefit from CCTV coverage throughout the property, helping maintain a secure living environment.

Universities Near Haymarket Yards Edinburgh

Living at Haymarket Yards Edinburgh student accommodation means you're well placed for several of Edinburgh's universities. Whether you're attending lectures in the city centre or travelling to one of the specialist campuses, the property's location near Haymarket Station makes commuting straightforward.

University of Edinburgh

Students attending the University of Edinburgh can reach multiple campuses with ease.

Campus	Distance
The University of Edinburgh Business School	2.16 miles
King's Buildings Campus	2.80 miles
Little France Campus	4.37 miles

Frequent buses and tram connections from the Haymarket area make travelling between campuses simple throughout the academic year.

Edinburgh Napier University

Several Edinburgh Napier campuses are located within a short journey of the property.

Campus	Distance
Morningside Campus	1.58 miles
42 Colinton Road Campus	1.88 miles
Merchiston Campus	1.90 miles
Craiglockhart Campus	2.96 miles
Screen Academy	4.04 miles
Sighthill Campus	4.10 miles

Heriot-Watt University

Heriot-Watt University's main Edinburgh campus is approximately 5.32 miles away and can be reached using direct public transport from the Haymarket area.

Other Institutions Nearby

Several additional higher education institutions are also accessible from the property.

Institution	Distance
Edinburgh College of Art	1.11 miles
Academy of Music and Sounds – Edinburgh	3.64 miles
Queen Margaret University	6.95 miles

Getting Around Edinburgh

One of the strongest advantages of Haymarket Yard Edinburgh is its transport connectivity. Haymarket is one of Edinburgh's main transport hubs, giving residents convenient access to buses, trams and rail services throughout the city.

Bus Services

Nearby bus stops include:

• Edinburgh Haymarket Station Stop HH

• Haymarket Station (Stop HJ)

• Haymarket Station (Stop HG)

• Stanhope Street

• Caledonian Village

Regular services connect Haymarket with university campuses, Princes Street, the Old Town, Newington, Morningside and many other parts of Edinburgh.

Rail Connections

Haymarket Station is only a short walk from the accommodation and offers frequent ScotRail services across Scotland.

Edinburgh Waverley Station is also easily accessible by train, tram or bus, providing direct rail connections to Glasgow, Newcastle, York, London and other major UK cities.

Trams

Edinburgh's tram network also serves Haymarket, making journeys to the city centre and Edinburgh Airport straightforward without changing transport.

Is Haymarket Yards the Right Choice?

Haymarket Yards is a favourite among students looking for independence, as every room is a private apartment complete with its own kitchen and bathroom. Complementing such solitude are communal facilities throughout the building, providing tenants with areas to study, make friends or just get away from their apartments.

Another advantage is the location of the property. Just across the corner from Haymarket Station, it's simple to get around Edinburgh whether you're commuting to university, heading into the city center or heading home on university breaks. Shops, cafes, supermarkets and restaurants are all within walking distance, making day-to-day routines much more convenient.

Utility bills and Wi-Fi are included so you’ll also have a lot less admin involved than you normally would with a private rental. The facility features study rooms, laundry facilities, bike storage and security entry, to provide a practical living environment for students throughout the academic year.

Nearby Places

• Shopping: Waverley Market offers a selection of retail, restaurants and everyday goods, all within easy distance of the property.

• Convenient grocery shopping is available throughout the week at supermarkets Tesco Express, Sainsbury’s Local and Baixing Chinese Supermarket.

• Cafés & Restaurants: Luckie Beans Haymarket Coffee Cart, Honeycomb Tearoom, Haymarket Café by L&G, The Palmerston, Bluerapa Thai, Nomad, Coates Cafe and Ignite Bengali & Indian Restaurant all provide a range of options for coffee, lunch or evening meals.

• Pubs: Ryrie's Bar, Platform 5, Haymarket, Teuchters and The Mad Hatter are popular hangouts for friends after lectures.

• Libraries: The Edinburgh College of Art Library, Main Library of the University of Edinburgh, the Noreen and Kenneth Murray Library and the Library of Mistakes are good places to study and access scholarly information.

• Healthcare: The Western General Hospital, Outpatient Building Western General Hospital, Royal Edinburgh Hospital, Astley Ainslie Hospital and the Edinburgh Cancer Center are all easily accessible.

• Murieston Park, Calton Hill, Starbank Park and the Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve provide open green spaces to walk, exercise or take a break from studying.

• Transport: Haymarket Station Stop HH, Haymarket Station Stop HJ, Haymarket Station Stop HG and Edinburgh Waverley Station all offer good train, tram and bus links across the city and beyond.

Conclusion

If you’re a student who wants to have their cake and eat it, Haymarket Yards Edinburgh student accommodation is a practical place to live during university. An all-inclusive system, with private studio apartments, bills and common facilities, that facilitates academic study and everyday life without the fuss.

The location is another big asset. Haymarket Station is nearby, and a number of colleges are linked by frequent public transport, making commuting across Edinburgh easy. Whether you’re starting your first year or continuing your studies, Haymarket Yards offers a well-connected base with the resources and flexibility many students look for when choosing accommodation in the city.