- Student accommodation
- Studio
- En-suite
- Apartment
- Non en-suite
- Bills included
- Furnished
- Available
About Riverside Quay, Stirling
- Price from
- £199 / wk
- Range £199 – £260 / wk
- Room types
- 11 options
- Studio, En-suite, Apartment
- Move-in from
- 26 Oct 2026
- Lease length
- 43 weeks
- Deposit from
- £150
- Up to £250
- Bills
- Included
- Water, Electricity, Gas
- Furnishing
- Fully furnished
Riverside Quay Stirling is an innovative accommodation facility situated at 1, Forthside Way, Stirling, FK8 1QZ. The property is very near the city centre and the River Forth. Riverside Quay Stirling provides accommodation for studio, ensuite, 3B, and non-ensuite rooms. This gives the students an opportunity to live either independently or together in apartments. Stirling University is about 26 minutes from Riverside Quay Stirling via bus, while Forth Valley College Stirling Campus is about 16 minutes via bus.
Stirling is populated by about 37,000 people, whereas the Stirling Council Area hosts about 94,000 people (Office for National Statistics). Students should be ready to spend about £900 - £1,300 per month depending on expenses related to accommodation, food, transportation, and other personal preferences. Stirling features a safety index of about 70 (Numbeo) and a walk score of about 74/100 (Walk Score), which means that a large number of the city's facilities will be available to students regardless of whether they have a car or not. The employment rate equals about 75% (Office for National Statistics). Its compact centre and strong rail and bus connections also make it easy to explore nearby cities such as Glasgow and Edinburgh.
- 1 students enquired about this property in last 15 days
- Shortlisted by 19+ students
Features
- The room types available at Riverside Quay cater to students who want either private studios or bedrooms within shared apartments. The Studio options provide a private bathroom and kitchen, while Ensuite and 3B rooms offer private bedrooms with shared kitchens. The Non-Ensuite option provides a private bedroom with a shared bathroom and kitchen. Rooms feature a 3/4 Size double-bed, under-bed storage, Wardrobe, Full-length Mirror, and study desk with drawer Space and Chair. Studios also include a Dining Area, while their kitchens feature an Oven, Hobs, Fridge/freezer, and Breakfast Bar with Seating.
- The Riverside Quay Stirling students benefit from facilities which include study rooms, which facilitate learning, and the communal kitchen, which helps in making meals. For leisure purposes, there is the games room and cinema room, while for exercising, there is the on-site gym. The high-speed Wi-Fi allows students to connect to the internet for studies and entertainment, while the on-site laundry helps students do their laundry. Additionally, the Courtyard offers residents a chance to unwind outdoors. Wi-Fi, Electricity, Gas, and Water are provided at no extra charge, with a total saving of £22 per week.
Nearby places
- The Riverside Quay Stirling provides easy commute to the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and Glasgow Caledonian University, allowing students to easily juggle university and life. Coffee enthusiasts may go to The Ground House Coffee Company or Toast. There are many dining places like Brea – Scottish Restaurant and Maharaja for various eating choices. The Tesco Superstore will be helpful in purchasing grocery items. Stirling Community Hospital is located close by for health services. There is Boots Pharmacy to help you meet your prescription requirements. Students can visit Stirling Central Library or University of Stirling Library for studying.
- Living at Stirling Riverside Quay will place the students in proximity to other important historical and cultural sights of Stirling. Stirling Castle is considered to be one of the most important historical sites in all of Scotland, and provides stunning views of its surroundings. Other historical buildings within easy reach include Church of the Holy Rude and Old Town Jail. For those who are interested in the history of Scotland, Smith Art Gallery and Museum will be worth visiting. For outdoor plans, King's Park offers open green spaces, walking routes, sports facilities, and views towards the surrounding hills. Students can also take a trip to the National Wallace Monument, located on Abbey Craig, or explore the scenic trails around the River Forth. The city's compact centre has independent shops, cafés, restaurants, and pubs, creating plenty of options for casual evenings out. Stirling also hosts cultural events, live performances, markets, and student activities throughout the year. Albert Halls provides a regular programme of music, theatre, comedy, and community events, while students can find additional nightlife around the city centre. Football fans can follow Stirling Albion FC at Forthbank Stadium, while those seeking larger weekend plans can easily travel to Glasgow or Edinburgh by train. With its convenient location and transport links, Riverside Quay is a practical choice for students considering student accommodation in Stirling.
Commute
- It is easy to get around Riverside Quay Stirling by walking to the nearby bus stops, which offer services from student accommodation in Stirling Scotland, and other areas. Sheriff Court (0.3 miles) and Wellgreen Road (stance 4) (0.7 miles) are the nearest bus stops to Riverside Quay Stirling. Stirling Railway Station is a 6-minute walk away and offers services to Glasgow, Edinburgh, Perth, and many other cities in Scotland through ScotRail. These connections are very helpful for students at Stirling University accommodation. Edinburgh Airport is around 30 miles away, with rail and road connections available, while Glasgow Airport is approximately 37 miles away. Cycling is also practical around central Stirling. With excellent public transportation, road connectivity, and cycling routes, Riverside Quay Student Accommodation Stirling offers outstanding accessibility throughout the city.
Rooms & prices
Choose a room to enquire about it directly.
11 room options
3 photosBronze Studio
StudioAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 26 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
3/4 Size Double Bed · Under Bed Storage · Wardrobe · Full-length mirror · Study desk with drawer space and chair
Enquire for this room£199 / wk
3 photosBronze Two Bed En Suite
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 2 bedrooms
- Move in 26 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
3/4 size double bed · Under bed storage · Wardrobe · Full-length mirror · Study desk with drawer space and chair
Enquire for this room£199 / wk
3 photosThree Bed Apartment
ApartmentAvailable- Private bathroom
- 3 bedrooms
- Move in 26 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
3/4 size double bed · Under bed storage · Wardrobe · Full-length mirror · Study desk with drawer space and chair
Enquire for this room£204 / wk
3 photosSilver Two Bed En Suite
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 2 bedrooms
- Move in 26 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
3/4 Size Double Bed · Under Bed Storage · Wardrobe · Full-length mirror · Study desk with drawer space and chair
Enquire for this room£209 / wk
Bronze Two Bedroom Apartment
Non en-suiteAvailable- Shared bathroom
- 2 bedrooms
- Move in 26 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
3/4 size double bed · Under bed storage · Wardrobe · Study desk with drawer space and chair · Shower and WC
Enquire for this room£210 / wk

Gold Two Bed En Suite
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 2 bedrooms
- Move in 26 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
3/4 size double bed · Under bed storage · Wardrobe · Full-length mirror · Study desk with drawer space and chair
Enquire for this room£219 / wk
3 photosSilver Studio
StudioAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 26 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
3/4 Size Double Bed · Under Bed Storage · Wardrobe · En-Suite Bathroom and Shower · Full-length mirror
Enquire for this room£224 / wk
3 photosGarden Studio
StudioAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 26 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
¾ Size Double Bed · Under Bed Storage · Wardrobe · En Suite Bathroom and Shower · Full-length mirror
Enquire for this room£229 / wk
2 photosUniversal Studio
StudioAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 26 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
3/4 Size Double Bed · Under Bed Storage · Wardrobe · En Suite Bathroom and Shower · Full-length mirror
Enquire for this room£260 / wk
3 photosPremium Studio
StudioFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
3/4 Size Double Bed · Under Bed Storage · Wardrobe · En Suite Bathroom and Shower · Full-length mirror
Ask about availability£229 / wk

Gold Studio
StudioFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
3/4 Size Double Bed · Under Bed Storage · Wardrobe · En Suite Bathroom and Shower · Full-length mirror
Ask about availability£234 / wk
Amenities
12 facilities confirmed for this residence.
Essentials
- Wi-Fi
- Bills included
- Fully furnished
- Private bathroom
Living & social
- Kitchen
- Laundry
- Study space
- Common room
- Cinema room
- Games room
- Outdoor space
Health & wellbeing
- Gym
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- Study Rooms
- Communal Kitchen
- High Speed Wi-Fi
- Games Room
- Cinema Room
- On Site Gym
- On Site Laundry
- Courtyard
Ratings & reviews
4.7/ 5
Based on resident feedback
- Location
- 5.0 / 5
- Value for money
- 3.5 / 5
- Cleanliness
- 4.7 / 5
- Staff
- 5.0 / 5
- Amenities
- 5.0 / 5
- Internet
- 4.7 / 5
- Social life
- 5.0 / 5
Riverside Quay offers excellent study accommodation with modern and spacious rooms, complemented by wonderful staff and great facilities. The social spaces such as the common room, cinema room, and gym provide opportunities for relaxation and study. Situated in a convenient location near the town center and university bus links, it caters well to students looking for a comfortable and inviting place to stay.
Who lives here
Share of recent residents.
Students from
- Indian
- 46%
- Nigerian
- 23%
- British
- 8%
- Canadian
- 8%
- Ghanaian
- 8%
Popular with students at
- Stirling University92%
- University of Stirling8%
Location
1 Forthside Way, Stirling FK8 1HZ, UK
Nearby
- city center0.4 mi
- Stirling University1.7 mi
- Royal Conservatoire of Scotland21.4 mi
- Glasgow Caledonian University21.5 mi
- City of Glasgow College21.5 mi
- University of Strathclyde21.6 mi
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1 Forthside Way, Stirling FK8 1HZ, UK, Stirling, United Kingdom
Open in Google Maps(opens in a new tab)Bills & policies
Bills included in the rent
- Water
- Electricity
- Gas
- Wifi
Payment
Guarantor Requirement
- A valid domestic or international guarantor is required for students choosing to pay rent in instalments.
- No guarantor is required for students who pay the full rent upfront.
Pay In Instalment
- Students can choose to pay rent in full (no guarantor required).
- Students who wish to pay rent in instalments must provide a valid domestic or international guarantor.
Mode Of Payment
- Credit card, debit card, and bank transfer.
Additional Fees
- £50 fee for preparing room for replacement tenant
- Possible administration/remarketing fee (where permitted by law)
- Cleaning/admin charge for room move requests
Booking Deposit
- Amount: £150
- Payable at the time of signing the tenancy agreement
- Must be paid within 7 days; otherwise room may be released
- Type: Deposit (to secure booking)
Cancellation
Cooling Off Period
- A 14-day cooling-off period is applicable to bookings.
- All monies paid are refundable if cancellation is made within this period.
Replacement Tenant Accepted
- Tenant is responsible for finding a suitable replacement.
- The replacement tenant must be acceptable to the property.
- Liability for rent continues until:
- A suitable replacement is found, and
- The room is successfully re-let.
- Refunds (if applicable) are only processed after a suitable replacement is secured.
No Visa No Pay
- Tenancy can be cancelled without financial penalty if the visa application is unsuccessful.
- A written cancellation request must be submitted.
- Official evidence of visa refusal from the UK Home Office or relevant authority is required.
- Evidence must be submitted within 72 hours of the refusal letter/correspondence date.
- Cancellation requests must be received by 5th September 2026 for September tenancies.
- If evidence is not provided within the timeframe and tenancy has started:
- Tenant remains liable for rent until a replacement tenant acceptable to the property is found and the room is re-let.
- Full refund of any deposit or advance rent paid, if valid documentation is provided within the stated period.
- Applicable to both direct bookings and third-party bookings.
No Place No Pay
- Applicable only to first-year students.
- Tenancy can be cancelled without charges if the student does not meet required entry grades and the university withdraws the offer.
- A written cancellation request must be submitted.
- Required documents:
- Formal rejection letter from the university/HEI, or
- UCAS status screenshot showing required grades were not achieved.
- Evidence must be submitted within 72 hours of receiving confirmation from the institution.
- Cancellation requests must be received by 5th September 2026 for September tenancies.
- If evidence is not provided within the timeframe:
- Tenant remains liable for rent for the full tenancy duration until a replacement tenant acceptable to the property is found and the room is re-let.
- Full refund of any deposit or advance rent paid, if valid documentation is provided within the stated period.
Delayed Arrivals & travel restrictions
- If you are unable to travel due to government-imposed travel restrictions, please contact the team with the relevant supporting documentation. We will facilitate the request to review your circumstances and explore the possibility of cancellation/contract amendment. Requests are considered individually, and any outcome will depend on the property's review and applicable booking terms.
University Course Cancellation/Modification
- If your course has been cancelled by your university, please reach out to the team with the relevant supporting documentation. We will liaise with the property team to review your request on a case-by-case basis for cancellation. The resolution will be subject to the property's assessment and the terms of your booking.
Deferring Studies
- If you have deferred your studies, please contact the team and share your updated university documentation. We will notify the property team to review your request for cancellation/contract amendment. Requests are assessed individually, and the final outcome will be subject to the property's review and booking terms.
House rules
Room allocation
- Students can indicate specific room number or location preferences during the booking process, and the team will accommodate these preferences wherever possible, based on availability.
Check in guide
- Approximately 2–4 weeks prior to the scheduled move-in date, students will receive check-in instructions via email. This communication will include the steps required to select a check-in date and time slot, complete necessary documentation, and settle any outstanding payments prior to arrival.
Renewal policy
- Students who wish to extend their stay can contact the team for renewal or rebooking at the same accommodation. Our team will support the renewal process and help students secure a suitable room of their choice. Students are encouraged to reach out early to ensure they can rebook the same room or another room of their choice at the same property.
Early check in policy
- Early check-in requests can be shared in advance with the team. Our team will do a feasibility check to facilitate early check-in requests based on room readiness and availability. Additional charges may apply where applicable.
Smoking
- Smoking is not permitted inside the building. Smoking is allowed only outside in designated areas, where permitted by property rules and local regulations.
Guest policy
- Guests may stay with you where permitted by the property. Always notify the property 1 to 2 weeks in advance to complete the required formalities.
Minimum age
- You must be 18 years or older on your move-in date to stay at this property. Please ensure you meet the age requirement before booking. In case you do not meet the minimum age requirement, inform the team while enquiring with us, and we can suggest you accordingly.
Student eligibility
- This accommodation is exclusively available to students. Non-students are not eligible to stay at the property.
Questions about this residence
How much does Riverside Quay, Stirling cost?
Rooms start from £199 / wk across studio, en-suite, apartment and non en-suite options. Prices vary by room type and tenancy length.
What's included in the rent?
Bills are included in the rent: water, electricity, gas and wifi.
How long can I stay?
Tenancies here run 43 weeks.
When can I move in?
The earliest move-in date listed is 26 Oct 2026. Dates can differ by room, so ask us to confirm the one you want.
Is there a deposit?
Yes. Deposits start from £150 and go up to £250, depending on the room.
Where is Riverside Quay, Stirling?
Riverside Quay, Stirling is at 1 Forthside Way, Stirling FK8 1HZ, UK. It is 0.4 mi from city center.





