Blackfriars, glasgow

Blackfriars Glasgow Student Accommodation

Blackfriars Glasgow is based at 4 Blackfriars Road, Glasgow, G1 1QL in the center of the city close to Blackfriars of Bell Street. The property provides ensuite rooms in shared flats, studios and one-bedroom flat options, all utility bills and content insurance included within the weekly rent.

The University of Strathclyde is 0.34 miles from the property and the City of Glasgow College City Campus is 0.53 miles away. This guide covers the address, room types and prices, including bills, facilities, nearby universities, and local amenities.

About Blackfriars Glasgow

Blackfriars Glasgow offers a mix of shared flat ensuite rooms, self-contained studios, and one-bedroom flat options. Ensuite rooms in shared flats give students a private bathroom alongside a communal kitchen and living area with flatmates.

Studios provide fully independent living with a private bathroom and kitchenette. One-bedroom flats offer a distinct bedroom, private bathroom, and separate living and kitchen areas.

Social spaces, a common room, on-site laundry, bike storage, printing services, a vending machine, recycling facilities, and paid car parking cover the communal and practical side of the property. On-site management, 24-hour security and staff, CCTV, secure door entry, fire alarm systems, and on-site maintenance cover security and resident support.

Blackfriars Glasgow Address and Location 

Blackfriars Glasgow is located at:

4 Blackfriars Road, Glasgow, G1 1QL, Scotland, UK

The address sits beside Blackfriars of Bell Street, a central and historically significant part of Glasgow with strong transport connections and city centre amenities within walking distance.

Living in Glasgow

The Blackfriars Road location puts students close to transport hubs, supermarkets, cafes, pubs, restaurants, parks, libraries, and shopping.

Transport: Queen Street Station and Glasgow Central Station are both within walking distance for rail travel. Buchanan Street Subway Station provides quick connections across the city. The Blackfriars Road bus corridor is directly outside the property.

Groceries: Sainsbury's Local is conveniently close for daily grocery needs.

Food and Drink: The Merchant City area has a range of cafes for coffee and lunch. Panang restaurant is a nearby dining option. The Blackfriars Basement Bar is on the doorstep of the property. The Raven is another nearby pub option.

Fitness: PureGym Glasgow City Centre is close to the property for external fitness needs.

Green Space: George Square is a nearby park for outdoor time.

Libraries: The Mitchell Library is accessible for academic research and study.

Healthcare: Glasgow Royal Infirmary is accessible for medical needs.

Shopping: Buchanan Galleries shopping centre is a short walk from the property.

Room Types and Prices at Blackfriars Glasgow

Blackfriars Glasgow offers seventeen room types across ensuite rooms in shared flats, self-contained studios, and one-bedroom flats. All utility bills and content insurance are included across every room type. Several room types require direct contact with House of Student for current pricing.

Room Type	Price Per Week
Extra Large Highest Double Studio	£131
Large Standard Double Ensuite	£137
Large Standard Double Ensuite: Three Bed Flat	£142
Extra Large Standard Double Ensuite: Three Bed Flat	£142
Extra Large High Double Ensuite	£145
Large High Double Ensuite	£140
Large Highest Double Ensuite	£148
Extra Large Highest Double Ensuite	£153
Large High Double Ensuite: Three Bed Flat	£150
Large Standard Double Studio	£197.00
Large High Double Studio	£200.00
Extra Large Standard Double Studio	£202.00
Extra Large High Double Studio	£205.00
High Double One Bed Flat	Contact for price
Standard Double One Bed Flat	Contact for price
Premium Range 1 Studio	Contact for price
Small Standard Double Studio	Contact for price

Extra Large Highest Double Studio: £131.06 per week. The most affordable room at Blackfriars Glasgow. A self-contained studio with an extra-large double bed, private bathroom, and compact kitchen area.

Large Standard Double Ensuite: £137 per week. A comfortable large double bedroom with a private ensuite bathroom, within a shared flat with communal kitchen and living facilities.

Large High Double Ensuite: £140 per week. A generous ensuite room with a large double bed and private bathroom in a shared flat.

Large Standard Double Ensuite, Three Bed Flat: £142 per week. A spacious double bedroom with a private ensuite in a three-bedroom shared flat, sharing kitchen and living space with two flatmates.

Extra Large Standard Double Ensuite, Three Bed Flat: £142 per week. A larger ensuite room at the same starting price as the standard three-bed flat option, also in a three-bedroom shared flat.

Extra Large High Double Ensuite: £145 per week. An extra-large ensuite room with a high-quality double bed and private bathroom in a shared flat.

Large Highest Double Ensuite: £148 per week. A top-tier ensuite room with a large double bed and private bathroom for maximum comfort in a shared flat setting.

Large High Double Ensuite, Three Bed Flat: £150 per week. A spacious double bedroom with a private ensuite in a three-bedroom shared flat.

Extra Large Highest Double Ensuite: £153 per week. A very spacious ensuite room with an extra-large double bed and private bathroom in a shared flat.

Large Standard Double Studio: £197 per week. A well-proportioned self-contained studio with a large double bed, private bathroom, and kitchenette.

Large High Double Studio: £200 per week. A self-contained studio with a large, high-quality double bed, private ensuite bathroom, and personal kitchenette.

Extra Large Standard Double Studio: £202 per week. A spacious self-contained studio with an extra-large double bed, private ensuite, and fully equipped kitchenette.

Extra Large High Double Studio: £205 per week. A spacious self-contained studio with a high-quality double bed, private ensuite, and well-appointed kitchenette.

High Double One Bed Flat: Contact House of Student for current pricing. A one-bedroom flat with a distinct bedroom area, private bathroom, and separate living and kitchen space.

Standard Double One Bed Flat: Contact House of Student for current pricing. A one-bedroom flat with a double bed, private bathroom, and dedicated living and kitchen areas.

Premium Range 1 Studio: Contact House of Student for current pricing. A premium self-contained studio with enhanced features, private bathroom, and kitchenette.

Small Standard Double Studio: Contact House of Student for current pricing. A compact self-contained studio with a double bed, private bathroom, and kitchenette.

What's Included at Blackfriars Glasgow?

Inclusion	Details
Electricity Bill	Included in weekly rent
Gas Bill	Included in weekly rent
Heating Bill	Included in weekly rent
Water Bill	Included in weekly rent
WiFi	Fast internet included in weekly rent
Content Insurance	Included as standard across all room types

All utility bills and content insurance are covered by the weekly rent at Blackfriars Glasgow. No separate utility accounts to set up or manage during the tenancy.

Facilities at Blackfriars Glasgow

Study and Academic Facilities

Facility	Details
Printing Services	On-site printing available for assignments and deadlines

Social and Communal Spaces

Facility	Details
Social Spaces	Communal areas for relaxing and meeting other residents
Common Room	Dedicated communal area for socialising and unwinding
Vending Machine	Snacks and drinks available within the building

Security and Convenience

Facility	Details
24-Hour Security	On-site security presence around the clock
24-Hour Staff	Support available at all hours
CCTV	Surveillance monitoring across the property
Secure Door Entry	Controlled access for residents only
Fire Alarm	Building-wide fire safety system
On-Site Management	Team available for queries and support
On-Site Maintenance	Quick resolution of maintenance issues
On-Site Laundry	Laundry facilities within the building
Bike Storage	Secure storage for bicycles
Recycling	On-site recycling facilities
Paid Car Parking	Available for residents with vehicles

Universities Near Blackfriars Glasgow

University / Institution	Distance
University of Strathclyde	0.34 miles
City of Glasgow College, City Campus	0.53 miles
City of Glasgow College, Riverside Campus	0.80 miles
Glasgow Maritime Academy	1.18 miles
Glasgow Caledonian University	1.24 miles
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland	1.39 miles
Academy of Music and Sounds, Glasgow	1.53 miles
Glasgow Kelvin College, East End Campus	1.78 miles
Glasgow Kelvin College, Springburn Campus	1.92 miles
SAE Institute, Glasgow	2.16 miles
Glasgow Clyde College, Langside Campus	2.62 miles
Glasgow Kelvin College, West End Campus	4.05 miles
Glasgow School of Art	4.21 miles
Glasgow Clyde College, Anniesland Campus	4.26 miles
Glasgow Clyde College, Main Campus	4.26 miles
Glasgow Clyde College, Cardonald Campus	4.68 miles
University of Glasgow, Gilmorehill Campus	5.05 miles
Glasgow International College	5.13 miles
University of Glasgow, Garscube Campus	6.99 miles

University Of Strathclyde

The University of Strathclyde is 0.34 miles from Blackfriars Glasgow, the closest institution to the property. The distance is a short walk from Blackfriars of Bell Street.

City Of Glasgow College

City of Glasgow College has two campuses within range of the property. The City Campus is 0.53 miles away. The Riverside Campus is 0.80 miles away.

Glasgow Maritime Academy

Glasgow Maritime Academy is 1.18 miles from the property.

Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow Caledonian University is 1.24 miles from Blackfriars Glasgow.

Royal Conservatoire Of Scotland

The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland is 1.39 miles from the property, reachable on foot or by a short bus or subway journey.

Academy Of Music And Sounds Glasgow

The Academy of Music and Sounds Glasgow is 1.53 miles from the property.

Glasgow Kelvin College

Glasgow Kelvin College has three campuses within reach. The East End Campus is 1.78 miles away. The Springburn Main Campus is 1.92 miles away. The West End Campus is 4.05 miles from the property.

SAE Institute Glasgow

SAE Institute Glasgow is 2.16 miles from Blackfriars Glasgow.

Glasgow Clyde College

Glasgow Clyde College has three campuses listed. The Langside Campus is 2.62 miles away. The Anniesland and Main campuses are both 4.26 miles from the property. The Cardonald Campus is 4.68 miles away.

Glasgow School Of Art

Glasgow School of Art is 4.21 miles from Blackfriars Glasgow, reachable via the city's transport network.

University Of Glasgow

The University of Glasgow has two campuses listed. The Gilmorehill Campus is 5.05 miles away. The Garscube Campus is 6.99 miles from the property. Both are accessible by subway and bus from the city centre.

Glasgow International College

Glasgow International College is 5.13 miles from Blackfriars Glasgow.

Why Choose Blackfriars Glasgow?

Blackfriars Glasgow sits beside Blackfriars of Bell Street in central Glasgow, within walking distance of Queen Street Station, Glasgow Central Station, and Buchanan Street Subway Station. The University of Strathclyde is 0.34 miles away. The City of Glasgow College City Campus is 0.53 miles from the property. Glasgow Caledonian University is 1.24 miles away.

Room prices run from £131.06 per week for the Extra Large Highest Double Studio up to £205 per week for the Extra Large High Double Studio across confirmed-price room types. Several additional room types including one-bedroom flats, the Premium Range 1 Studio, and the Small Standard Double Studio require direct contact with House of Student for current pricing. Students at the lower end of the budget range have genuine ensuite and studio options. Students who want more space can step into larger studio formats or enquire about the one-bedroom flat options.

Every room type at Blackfriars Glasgow includes electricity, gas, heating, water, WiFi, and content insurance in the weekly rent. The content insurance inclusion distinguishes Blackfriars from some other student accommodation Glasgow that do not include it as standard.

On-site facilities cover printing, social spaces, a common room, vending machine, 24-hour security and staff, CCTV, secure door entry, fire alarm, on-site management, on-site maintenance, laundry, bike storage, recycling, and paid car parking. The car parking option is a practical addition for students who have vehicles, which is not commonly available at city-centre student properties.